Pilgrims and devotees worship other Goddesses, Mahakali, Mahalaxmi, and Maha Saraswati. They also offer special gifts to the Goddesses.

Maha Ashtami is considered special as it is perceived that Goddess Durga attained power on this day.

On this festive day, people complete various rituals at Dashain Ghars and holy sites. They also sacrifice animals and offer them to the goddesses at various shrines.

The pilgrims chant the Durga Saptashati scriptures when they throng various goddess shrines. The worshipping starts in the Kathmandu Valley from early morning today, and worshippers even offer ducks as sacrificial animals.

Special Worship and prayer ceremonies are held at Dashain Ghars, where pilgrims also worship tools that range from weapons, vehicles, and machines.

People, who don’t wish to sacrifice animals, offer veggies and fruits instead of killing animals. On this day, a special Kalaratri worshiping ceremony is conducted at midnight. This is done at Dashain Ghar of Hanumandhoka in Kathmandu.

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Tamu Lhosar marks the beginning of the Tamu Sambat or Gurung Calendar Year. The festival is celebrated on the 15^th day of the Nepali month ‘Poush’ every year.

The Gurungs, also called Tamu, are the indigenous population of west-central Nepal known for their bravery and cultural heritage. The word Lhosar originates from “Lho” meaning Year and “sar” meaning New.

Tamu Lhosar day signifies the end of the winter season and the beginning of spring and is an occasion of great rejoicing for the Gurung community.

Tamu Lhosar Celebrations

On Tamu Lhosar day, people from the community dress in colorful traditional attire and visit various Buddhist shrines such as Swayambhu, Bouddha, and Kapan. They receive blessings from the monks for their happiness, progress, and prosperity.

Flags are erected on the rooftops of all houses, and friends, relatives, and well-wishers get together to exchange greetings and gifts. Delicious food, including sel roti (Nepali Bread) and achaar (Nepali pickles), is savored with the accompaniment of music and dance. Home-made alcohol called raksi is also consumed.

The Government of Nepal has declared a national holiday to celebrate the Lhosar festival. Several programs including traditional dances, rallies and Gurung sports are organized in Kathmandu on this day.

In the United States also, expatriates from the Tamu Gurung community celebrate the occasion at various places such as Pittsburgh-Pennsylvania, St. Paul-Minnesota and Nashville-Tennessee.

Nepal PM and President Extend Greetings

On the auspicious occasion of Tamu Lhosar Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and President Bidya Devi Bhandari extended their greetings to all the Gurung communities in Nepal and abroad.

Prime Minister’s Message

In his address, PM Oli said that the government was working to create an equitable society by erasing existing discriminations and inequalities.

“The government has started the campaign of ‘Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepali’. Supports and constructive roles from all quarters are needed to materialize the campaign. I hope the Tamu community will cooperate with the government in this campaign,” added Oli.

President’s Message

In her message, President Bhandari wished for the Gurung community and all Nepalis’ happiness, mutual harmony, peace and prosperity. Adding further, she said that the Gurung community has been instrumental in promoting cultural tourism and boosting the rural economy in Nepal.

Bhandari said that such cultural entities are unique in the world and such kinds of cultural diversities should be protected to promote economic tourism in the country.

Nepali Sansar wishes the Gurung community and all of Nepal a very Happy Tamu Lhosar!

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On the occasion, Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli extended his greetings to Nepalis at home and abroad with the message that ‘Tihar is the festival of a balance between various sides of the nature.’

The Prime Minister added that the festival has helped maintain balance between various sides of nature and self-respect through worship of humans and different animals.

“Worshipping of animals and birds including the crow, goddess Laxmi, cow and ox reflects the balance between various sides of the nature,” said PM Oli.

He further added that Tihar can also be perceived with different angles such as the festival of light, festival of flowers and the union of brothers and sisters.

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— K P Sharma Oli (@kpsharmaoli) October 27, 2019

President Bhandari’s Tihar 2076 Greetings

President Bhandari extended her greetings to all Nepalis wishing them peace, progress, prosperity and happiness on the auspicious occasion of Tihar.

In her message, Bhandari identified Deusi-Bhailo as an integral part of Tihar and said that it would further strengthen fraternity, mutual harmony, social goodwill and tolerance.

The President’s message further highlights the significance of the festival in enhancing mutual affection between brothers and sisters.

She also wished that the festival of light and colors will contribute to sustainable peace and stability in the society and economic prosperity.

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Also known by the names Deepawali and Yamapanchak, Tihar is the second biggest Nepalese festival after Dashain and usually falls in the month of October or November every year.

Yamapanchak, meaning the five days of Yama, honors Yama Raj, the God of Death.

Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and luck is also widely worshiped during this period.

The festivals brings together the key aspects of nature- people, animals and colors. As part of the festive rituals, cows, crows, dogs and ox are worshiped across the country symbolizing the manifestation of various gods.

Day 1: Kag Tihar, The Day of Crows

Tihar festival begins with the worshiping of crow, which is considered as the messenger of death in Hindu tradition. Crows are considered to be the messengers of death and the belief is that by pleasing them, they would not bring any news of sorrow to the family.

On the day, Nepali Hindus offer different food items to crows early in the morning and pray for luck, as they believe crows bring in messages to houses at the start of the dawn.

Day 2: Kukur Tihar, The Day of Dogs

The second day of the festival is dedicated to dogs and is celebrated as Kukur (dog) Tihar.

On the Kukur Tihar day, the entire Nepali Hindu community worships dogs owing to their religious significance as the guard of Lord Yama, the god of death. It is also believed that dogs can lead the souls of the dead to heaven.

Dogs are offered special prayers with tika, garland and delicious foods.

Day 3: Gai Tihar, The Day of Cows

The third day of Tihar is called Gai Tihar and marks the worshiping of holy cows, which hold great significance in the Hindu tradition. On the day, cows and goddess Lakshmi are worshiped with great fervor as cows are considered to be a form of goddess Lakshmi.

People illuminate their homes with bright lights, candles & oil lamps and keep their doors and windows open to welcome prosperity. Additionally, people play cards and light fireworks.

Day 4: Goru Puja, The Day of Oxen

The fourth day of Tihar witnesses the worshiping of oxen and is celebrated as Goru Puja. Apart from Goru Puja, this auspicious day also marks three different pujas including Govardhan Puja and Mha Puja.

On this auspicious day, Vaishnavism followers perform the Govardhan Puja, where believers worship a Govardhan Parvat made of cow dung.

After worshiping animals for three days, the fourth day justifies the concept of worshiping the soul, which is common in all beings. The Newari community performs the Mha Puja and worship their own souls.

Day 5: Bhai Tika or Bhai Duj, the Day of Colors

This is the fifth and the concluding day of the 5-day long Tihar festival.

On this Bhai Tika day, sisters adorn the foreheads of their brothers with Paanch Rangi Tika, a combination of five different colors including yellow, green, red, blue and white, wishing them a long life and prosperity.

While sisters offer Shaguns (wishing good luck) of dry fruits such as hazelnut (Katus), walnuts, sweets and fruits, brothers in return give them gifts and money along with blessings of protection assurance for the rest of their life.

Visitors to Nepal during this time can enjoy the grand Tihar festival in Kathmandu with colorful night lighting and many cultural and religious celebrations. Rani Pokhari temple, which is open to the public only on the fifth day of Tihar each year, is another attraction. The five days of the Tihar festival provide a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the Nepalese hospitality and leave with memories that last a lifetime.

Government Announcement for Tihar

The Nepal Government has issued an announcement in view of the upcoming Tihar festival on October 27, 2019.

“Anyone found indulging in activities prohibited by this notice are subject to punishment as per the existing laws,” reads the notice.

The Home Affairs Ministry has requested Nepalis to avoid any misconduct or unethical practices during the Tihar celebrations. It has also asked people to refrain from burning firecrackers, participating in Deusi-Bhailo programs celebrated in the night and producing any vulgar songs during the event.

The government has already termed gambling, playing kauda and drinking as illegal and has asked people to refrain from the same.

Special security arrangements have been made for the peaceful celebrations of the festival and citizens have been asked to report to the police in case of any suspicious activity.

Govt. Announces Public Holiday for Kija Puja

The Nepal Government has declared a public holiday on October 30, 2019 for Kija Puja, celebrated a day after Bhai Tika.

The cabinet meeting on October 22, 2019 suggested that October 30, 2019 be announced as a public holiday. The Home Ministry has issued a press statement regarding the same.

Following this announcement, the holidays for Tihar will start on October 27, 2019 and end on October 30, 2019.

Tihar’s Most Sought Collectible – Dhaka Topi

As part of the Tihar festive preparations, Nepali women are buying gifts for their brothers for Bhai Tika. And during these season, the Dhaka Topi makes for an ideal Tihar gift that sisters present to their brothers.

The Dhaka fabric of Palpa and Terathum is mostly preferred to make the Dhaka topi – the traditional Nepali cap. It is the pride of Nepali men.

Tihar 2076 Greetings

Hello Readers,

Nepali Sansar wishes you a Shubh Tihar!

May the festival of lights and the victory of good over evil mark the beginning of many good things. May Goddess Lakshmi bless your homes with prosperity and good luck. We hope that this festival brings more joy and happiness to your family and loved ones.

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Similarly, the country has also been hit by hacking attacks on its ATMs. On the Positive side, the government is doing its part in carrying out various welfare works for the benefits of its citizens.

Let’s take a look at the events in Nepal this week.

1) India Reconstructs School Building Worth INR 2.2 Cr for Nepal

India has handed over a new building worth INR 2.2 Cr to Nepal. The school building located in Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s home district Jhapa is of high reputation. The new building is a storey-structure with 25 classrooms, one multipurpose hall and furniture.

The school was established in 1965 and hosts 1,150 students. Indian Ambassador to Nepal Manjeev Singh Puri and Nepal Attorney General Agni Prasad Kharel inaugurated the school building on September 02, 2019.

2) Nepal Rastra Bank Lowers ATM Withdrawal Limit

The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has reduced the ATM withdrawal limit in Nepal following Chinese hackers’ hacking millions of Nepali rupees. Issuing a directive to all Nepali banks on September 05, 2019, the NRB asked banks to set the ATM withdrawal limit to NPR 60,000 from a previous daily withdrawal limit of NPR 100,000.

The withdrawal limit per transaction has also been reduced to NPR 20,000 from NPR 25,000 earlier.

3) Gold Prices in Nepal Down By NPR 1,400

The gold prices in Nepal continue to fluctuate owing to external factors. The price of the yellow gold on September 06, 2019 is NPR 72,000 per tola, NPR 1,400 less than the previous day’s rate of NPR 73,400 per tola.

4) Nepal to Propose 3 More Heritage Sites in ‘World Heritage Sites’ Listing

Nepal, the land of a vast majority of world heritage sites, will be proposing another three of its sites to the UNESCO to be included in the World Heritage Sites list. The three sites are Tilaurakot, Ram Janaki Mandir and Ramgram.

According to newly-inducted Nepal Aviation Minister Yogesh Bhattarai’s one-year work plan, the Nepal government will send the proposal for to list Tilaurakot as a world heritage site in the next six months, while the other places will be proposed within the next one year’s period.

5) Nepal Ministry of Health Calls for Joint Action Against Rising Dengue Cases

The Ministry of State for Health and Population Dr Surendra Yadav call for a collaboration of efforts to contain the rising number of dengue cases in the country. The illness has spread to more than 45 districts in Nepal.

In just a matter of one and a half month, the Himalayan nation has recorded 1,537 cases compared to 3,834 in the entire previous fiscal year. While addressing the Education and Health Committee under the House of Representatives on September 01, 2019, he also expressed his concern on lack of resources and funds to carry out the necessary action against dengue.

6) 11-Day International Art Expo Held in Nepal

The International Watercolor Society (IWS) Nepal and Nepal Fine Art Academy jointly organized an 11-day international level art exhibition between August 26, 2019-September 05, 2019. The event witnessed the participation of artists from four countries – Bangladesh, China, India and Nepal.

Each of the paintings were artworks of reputed and experienced artists from the respective countries. A total of 80 paintings were featured at the exhibition of which Nepal displayed 43, India showcased 15, while Bangladesh and China displayed 11 each.

7) Nepal Government Plans to Setup 14 Info Centers for Dashain

In view of Nepal’s biggest upcoming festival – Dashain, the Nepal Government has announced that its plans to set up 14 help-desks in Kathmandu Valley to facilitate easy travel for Nepalis to their native villages. The help desks will be set up between September 27 – October 01, 2019.

Similarly, a meeting at the Transport Management Office held on September 04, 2019 also decided to open pre-bookings for bus tickets.

8) Dang District Road Mishap Injures 15

Close to 15 passengers were injured in a bus accident took place in Dang district on September 02, 2019. The bus travelling from Swargadwari to Kapilvastu met with an accident on the East-West Highway owing to over speeding by the bus driver.

Four people are critically injured and are undergoing treatment with the rest of the passengers at Bhalubang Polyclinic.

9) Dholaka Municipality Issues ID Cards to 311 Disabled

The Bhaiteswor Rural Municipality in Nepal’s Dolakha district issued ID cards to 311 differently-abled people in line with the Nepal Government’s goal of issuing ID cards to every Nepali citizen.

Bhaiteshwor Municipality Chairman said that the municipality officials set up ID Card booths in each of their wards for better ease of access considering their condition.

10) Nepali Congress Appeals Amendment to Media Bill

The opposition party Nepali Congress had registered an amendment proposal to the Media bill on September 01, 2019. The amendment proposed by Nepali Congress Lawmakers seeks amendment to 29 different points listed in the bill. The bill was originally submitted by Nepal Communication and Information Technology Minister Gokul Baskota.

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The President was received by Nepal Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister Yogesh Bhattarai, Culture Ministry Secretary Kedar Bahadur Adhikari and Pashupathi Area Development Trust (PADT) officials among others.

The Pashupatinath temple on Monday welcomed a large number of women devotees since early in the morning on Teej day 2019.

As customary every year, the PADT has made arrangements to accommodate the large number of devotees to the temples. All the four temple doors were opened from 3 AM in the morning, including the eastern door that has remained closed to visitors since 11 years.

Four thousand security personnel including Nepal Army, Armed Police Force, Nepal Police, National Investigation Department and PADT were deployed in the Pashupati area on Monday, in line with an integrated security plan formulated for the festive.

The area also had scouts and volunteers from different organizations to facilitate the devotees visit to the temple and conducting a peaceful worship.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli Haritalika Teej 2019 Greetings

On the occasion of Teej, the Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli extended his greetings to all Nepali women wishing them happiness, peace, prosperity, health and longevity.

“On the occasion of the celebration of the great festival of Nepalese women, good wishes for happiness, peace, prosperity, health and longevity of the sisters living at home and abroad,” tweeted the Prime Minister.

नेपाली महिलाहरुको महान पर्व हरितालिका तीजको अवसरमा स्वदेश तथा विदेशमा रहनु भएका दिदीबहिनीहरुमा सुख, शान्ति, समृद्धि, सुस्वास्थ्य र दीर्घायुको हार्दिक शुभकामना ।

— KP Sharma Oli (@PM_Nepal) September 1, 2019

Nepal Teej 2019 Celebrations in a Reel

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Moreover, we experience a deep sense of joy when we adorn our homes and office desks with a ‘mini replica’ of our favorite holiday destination or its people, culture and heritage.

Nepal is one such destination, which offers you a variety of special things that will remind you of the warmth of its people, the beauty of the land, the timeless architecture and culture that’s brought down from generation.

Here’s a list of special things that you can buy from Nepal when you make a visit to this scenically-blessed country:

1) Handicrafts

Handicrafts speak for the craftsmanship and artistry of the people of a particular country, state or city and so is the case with Nepal. Nepal’s finest best is found in its handicrafts that represent sheer talent that is passed from generation to generation.

The choicest collection of Nepali handicrafts includes ceramics, customized covers, hemp products, kettles, knives, manikins, prayer wheels, pottery items, puppets, traditional masks, woodwork including carvings, boxes and vases.

Where to Find: Nepal’s Shopping Mecca – Thamel, Bhaktapur, Durbar Square and Patan

 2) Khukuri

Khukuri, the national weapon of Nepal with a sleek slashing edge makes the perfect collectible for collectors. The Khukuri was the Gorkha’s choice of weapons during wars held in the 1800s. They are handcrafted and look very stylish.

The Khukuri is still used by the Nepali Army, Royal Gurkha Rifles of the British Army and the Gorkha regiments of the Indian Army. Tourists visiting Nepal can adorn the walls of their house with the traditional Khukri.

Where to Find: Bhaktapur

3) Puppet Dolls

Puppets are an essential part of Nepal takeaways for tourists visiting the country. The locals make these dolls and sell them as a bunch or in singles. Nepal’s puppets are famous with the name Putali and are strung to wooden manipulation slats.

They are reminiscent of Kathmandu Valley’s Newars who use them to display local folklore and enact stories from the holy books or events from the past. The figures are clad in traditional Nepali attire and have two masks.

Where to Find: Bhaktapur

 4) Rice Paper Items

This Nepal collectible is handmade using rice husk. They are often used for painting or as a base for manuscripts and most often converted into diaries, letter writing sheets, photo albums and journals. Rice paper is one of the most popular Nepal tourist collectibles.

Where to Find: Bhaktapur, Kathmandu and Thamel

5) Singing Bowls

The singing bowl is a unique collectible made from metal and accompanied by a small wooden stick. It produces a soothing sound when the wooden stick is rotated along the rim of the bowl. The vibration produced from the contact between the bowl and the stick is said to release healing properties and creates an atmosphere of meditation.

The singing bowls are either machine made or handmade but the latter is usually expensive and are found in plain brass color.

Where to Find: Kathmandu, Durbar Square (Best Prices)

6) Spices

The wonderful aroma from Nepal‘s kitchens is mainly due to the choicest spices that the Nepalis use. Nepal is famous for its collection of spices, which include cardamom, chilli, cumin, fenugreek, pepper and saffron. Tourists throng to bazaars and streets to take home the flavors of Nepal which they find hard to leave behind.

Unique to Nepal, the Masala is a blend of spices and is the most favored in the country.

Where to Find: Kathmandu

 7) Statues and Masks

Nepal is an amalgamation of Buddhist and Hindu cultures. This is reflected in the art produced in the country including, paintings, statues, masks and wooden carvings. The statues and masks are a major attraction for tourists visiting Nepal.

Shops across Nepal offer masks that are worn during various festivals’ processions and celebrations. A perfect mix of art and antiquity, the masks are an ideal take-home, especially if you love art.

Where to Find: Kathmandu

 8) Tea

Tea is another tourist favorite and Nepal has more than enough to offer. Chiya, as it is fondly called in Nepal, is usually grown in the east of Nepal and some noteworthy Nepali tea factories include Maloon Tea Estate, Mist Valley Tea Industry and Gorkha Tea Estate.

The Nepali climate and hills present a perfect atmosphere for the flourishment of tea plantation. Nepali chiya has many health benefits to offer.

Where to Find: Thamel Chowk

 9) Thangkas

Thangkas are native to Nepal; they are traditional Buddhist religious and cultural paintings made from embroidery. They come in pocket sizes and extend to large wall hangings.

The high-end Thangkas are woven with gold and silver mixed in them. The thangkas depict the life and journey of the holy Buddha.

Where to Find: Bhaktapur, Kathmandu, Patan, Pokhara

10) Nepali Clothing

We are always attracted to traditional attire of various nations and nothing like Nepal’s pashmina. Also known as Cashmere, this material is made from the hair of Nepal’s mountain goats Chyangra or Capra Hicus. Pashmina is famous across the world and is considered as the most luxurious wool.

There are different varieties of Pashmina including a blend of silk or nylon fibers with the Pashmina wool. Pashmina is mostly taken in the form of scarves and shawls.

Where to Find: Thamel

 10)  Bead, Bone and Stone Jewelry

Nepal is home to world famous bead artisans who specialize in making bracelets, keyrings and necklaces from yak bone, beads, seeds and semi-precious stone. You can also have your jewelry custom-made to suit your likes. Nepal’s bazaars have a wide variety of beads and stones to make the jewelry of your choice.

Where to Find: Thamel, Kathmandu

Wanting to make a trip to Nepal already?

Why not wait some more until Nepal’s Tourism dedicated year. Yes! The Nepal Government has dedicated the year 2020 to Tourism and is inviting tourists to promote Tourism in Nepal under the banner Visit Nepal 2020.

It aims to draw 2 million people. Why not be one of them?

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Like all other heritage sites in Nepal, the religious site built in the Malla era was damaged in the 2015 earthquake.

The National Construction Authority (NRA) issued a press release stating that the Balgopaleshwor temple would be rebuilt in the Malla era’s traditional granthakut style. The temple was originally built in granthakut style by the then Malla rule King Pratap Malla in 1670.

“All structures built at Rani Pokhari will the given the Malla-era look,” reads the NRA press release.

Kathmandu locals, especially the Newars were demanding that the temple be built as per the former Malla-era design. They also wanted that the Ranipokhari surrounding the temple be built in granthakut style for which a 11-member committee offered suggestions on the reconstruction model at a public hearing in January, 2018.

Balgopaleshwor Temple History

The original construction of the Balgopaleshwor temple was displaced by the 1934 Nepal earthquake, after which it was reconstructed in the gumbaz model by the Rana rulers.

Even before the earthquake in 1934, the temple received changes to its original design by Jung Bahadur Rana in 1905.

In 2018, the iconic Krishna Mandir was fully restored and opened to public on the occasion of Krishna Ashtami.

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Issuing a press statement on August 11, 2019, Nepal Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Ministry urged Nepalis across the world to expand and promote VNY 2020.

The Ministry has encouraged Nepali individuals, organizations (public and private) and associations to share and post the Visit Nepal 2020 logo across their social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and their respective websites.

With this move, the Ministry aims to establish Nepal as a major tourism destination of natural beauty, cultural diversity and adventure tourism in the global tourism market. Besides, it seeks to engage Nepalis in the VNY promotions and gain their support for the same.

The government rolled out the VNY 2020 campaign with a target of drawing 2 million tourists to Nepal. The Nepal Government has approved a budget of NPR 100 million for the promotions of VNY 2020 this fiscal year.

The Himalayan nation has already recorded a total of 1.1 million tourists in the year 2018.

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This week Nepal has landed some important milestones while also making its presence felt globally in various areas including government initiatives, business and more.

Let’s take a look at the news updates for the week of July 27-August 02, 2019:

1) Nepal Province 2 Undergoes Agro Loss Following Natural Calamities

Nepal floods and landslides resulted in a loss of NPR 3.59 billion in the very first week of July. According to Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development’s report, Province 2 recorded a loss of NPR 1.62 billion on livestock, NPR 1.92 billion on crops and destruction of more than 2,230 fishponds.

2) Standard Chartered Donates NPR 3.7 million to Maiti Nepal

Standard Chartered Bank of Nepal has donated NPR 3.7 million to the human rights foundation against human trafficking Maiti Nepal. In its press statement, the financial institution stated that this donation was given to support Maiti Nepal’s project on the production of low-cost sanitary napkins.

3) Sri Lanka Offers Free Visa

In its latest announcement, Sri Lanka informed that it will give a one-month free visa on arrival to visitors from close to 50 countries. The initiative is an attempt to revive the country’s tourism that was hit by the Easter bombings in April 2019. According to Sri Lanka Tourism Minister John Amaratunga, tourists visiting the country for business purposes can avail their free visa on arrival or by applying online.

4) PM Oli to Visit Singapore

PM Oli will be making a trip to Singapore for a recurring health-checkup. The checkup will be done at National University Hospital. Oli has heart palpitations and fluctuating blood sugar level for which he will be undergoing special medical tests at the hospital, said Dr. Arun Sayami.

5) Nepal Spends NPR 2.476 billion on Mehandi

With the arrival of Shravan, women in Nepal have begun indulging in wearing green attires paired with accessories and the most-love Mehandi. Nepal Department of Customs has reported that the country has spent more than NPR 2.476 billion on Mehandi powder import in FY 2075-76. Likewise, the country has spent NPR 54.5 billion on the imports of tika, bangles and pote.

Meanwhile, this has also been an important week for us as we have launched a specialized page on Nepal Education News Updates on our website. Keep visiting the page to be updated with Nepal’s Education sector.

Previous Week:-

• Nepal Weekly Round-up: July 20-26, 2019
• Nepal Weekly Round-up July 13-19, 2019
• Nepal Weekly Round-up: July 06-12, 2019
• Nepal Weekly Round-up: June 22-28, 2019
• Nepal Weekly Round-up: June 15-21, 2019

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