KATHMANDU: Nepal News brings you a short update every evening so you never miss an important story from Nepal. Today is. Here’s a Quick concise evening update of today (Saturday, February 22, 2025) at what happened in Nepal—just in case you missed it.

Four Killed, Six Injured Returning from Mahakumbha Mela

• A tragic road accident claimed four lives and left six injured as pilgrims returned from the Mahakumbha Mela.

Fresh Clashes Erupt Over Pathibhara Cable Car Project

• Protesters from the ‘No Cable Car’ group clashed with police in Phungling, Taplejung, leaving several injured as tensions over the project escalate.

Prime Minister Oli Suggests Revising Number of Provinces

• Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has proposed adjusting Nepal’s provincial structure from seven to either five or nine provinces, based on national needs. He emphasized that such changes are structural and do not affect the constitution’s fundamental principles.

Prachanda Calls for Socialism Through Local Implementation

• CPN (Maoist Centre) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ stressed the importance of practicing socialism at the grassroots level.

Congress Respects Internal Dissent: General Secretary Thapa

• Nepali Congress General Secretary Gagan Thapa stated that the party is not one to expel members for questioning leadership. He emphasized the importance of internal debate for strengthening democracy within the party.

Dr. Shekhar Koirala Warns Nepali Congress Against Delaying General Convention

• Nepali Congress leader Dr. Shekhar Koirala warned that delaying the Nepali Congress general convention could weaken the party.

Madhesh Protesters Join Anti-Cable Car Movement

• Demonstrators from Madhesh Province have joined the opposition against the Pathibhara cable car, intensifying pressure on authorities to address growing concerns.

First Lady Radhika Shakya Releases Autobiography ‘Karuna’

• Prime Minister KP Oli’s wife, Radhika Shakya, has unveiled her autobiography, ‘Karuna,’ sharing insights into her life and experiences.

Home Minister Lekhak: ‘No Alternative to Democracy’

• At the Sudurpaschim Law Society’s first convention, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak underscored democracy’s critical role in Nepal’s progress.

20 KIIT Students Return Home via Kakarbhitta

• Twenty Nepali students studying at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in India have safely returned home through the Kakarbhitta border.

Foreign Minister Departs for UNHRC Session in Geneva

• Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba has left for Geneva to attend the 58th High-Level Session of the UN Human Rights Council.

Minister Dr. Rana Discusses Nepali Student’s Death with Odisha CM

• Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba spoke with Odisha’s Chief Minister regarding the tragic death of Nepali student Prakriti Lamsal at KIIT.

Foreign Trade Hits Rs 1,115 Billion with Rs 861 Billion Deficit

• Nepal’s total foreign trade reached Rs 1,115 billion, with a trade deficit soaring to Rs 861 billion.

Private Sector Calls for Cooperation to Meet Nepal’s Electricity Target

• Nepal’s private energy entrepreneurs urge collaboration to achieve the government’s goal of generating 28,500 MW of electricity within a decade. They advocate for crowd financing in hydropower projects and request policy reforms to attract investment.

Heavy Snowfall Disrupts Life in Pathibhara

• The Pathibhara region has been hit by heavy snowfall, impacting local communities and travel routes.

FNJ Condemns Pressure and Assault on Journalists

• The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) has strongly condemned cases of intimidation and manhandling of journalists, calling for media freedom protection and urging authorities to prevent unnecessary pressure on the press.

Three Hydropower Projects Begin Construction in Myagdi’s Mudi

• Construction of three hydropower projects with a combined capacity of 132 MW has commenced in Mudi, Myagdi. These projects aim to boost Nepal’s energy production and economic growth by utilizing local water resources.

Trump Fires Top US General in Unprecedented Pentagon Shake-Up

• US President Donald Trump has dismissed the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General C.Q. Brown, & pushed out 5 other admirals and generals.

Machhindra Wins Itahari Gold Cup Title

• Machhindra Football Club clinched the Itahari Gold Cup championship, defeating its opponent in a thrilling final. The victory adds another major title to the club’s achievements in Nepal’s domestic football scene.

Nepal Super League Mini Auction Concludes

• The third edition of the Nepal Super League (NSL) held its mini auction in Kathmandu, finalizing seven participating teams. Notably, eight players were sold for the maximum price of NPR 400,000 each. The tournament is scheduled for the upcoming Chaitra month.