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PANCHTHAR, JUNE 18All 5 who went missing in a flooded Hewakhola river in Panchthar have actually been determined. The river links Phidim rural town and Hilihang rural municipality in the district.
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SINDHUPALCHOWKIn the captivating hills of Nepal, an age-old tradition called honey searching unfolds, as brave individuals endeavor into the treacherous cliffs looking for nature's golden nectar. With simply a single rope as their lifeline, these honey hunters scale excellent heights, risking their lives for the chance to gather honeycombs hidden in the heights. Bhotekhosi Rural Municipality in the Sindhupalchowk district acts as their bold playground.
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While minimal safety equipment is utilized by honey hunters, some believe that presenting modern precaution, such as harnesses, might much better protect their lives.Abhi Rai, an observer, expresses affection for their skills while acknowledging the inherent risks. He suggests the incorporation of safety harnesses and improved equipment to guarantee their well-being as they browse the heights and harvest the honeycombs.Honey hunting is a seasonal activity, thoroughly timed to happen during beneficial weather conditions. The process involves smoking out the bees from the honeycombs and quickly cutting them to collect the valuable honey. Timing is crucial, as any hold-ups could cause the bees consuming their own development.
A honey hunter hanging onto a rope to collect honey from the honeycomb of wild bees in Sindhupalchowk on June 5. Photos: Skanda Gautam/ THT
Palden Sherpa, representing generations of honey hunters, shares the challenges and rewards of this dangerous pursuit.He speaks of the steep heights they dominate and the health benefits credited to consuming the wild honey, which he claims can ease numerous ailments such as gastrointestinal issues, high blood pressure, gouty arthritis, acne, and persistent cough.
In spite of the risks they deal with, the honey hunters continue their timeless pursuit. As they collect honey from the cliffs, they recognise the essence of the surrounding flora, reflecting the region's special biodiversity. They understand the fragile balance in between their pursuit and the conservation of the honeybee population, guaranteeing the sustainability of this practice for future generations.And so, the ageless custom of honey searching in the hills of Nepal resides on, echoing through the generations and mesmerizing the hearts of all who dare to embark on this remarkable journey.As the honey hunters scale treacherous cliffs, their steadfast spirit and deep connection with nature remind us of the profound lengths humans will go to open the tricks of nature's golden nectar.It is a testimony to the indomitable human spirit, the enduring bond in between people and honeybees, and the enduring magic of Nepal's cultural heritage.A variation of this post appears in the print on June 18, 2023, of The Himalayan Times.
A group of honey hunters bring ropes and other pieces of equipment crossing the Bhotekoshi River in Sindhupalchowk on June 5. Images: Skanda Gautam/ THT
Honey hunting is certainly an unsafe profession, and Khadka's family fret about his security. During the open season, he feels a strong desire to continue regardless of the risks. I genuinely enjoy honey searching. Throughout the offseason, I participate in agricultural work and take care of my livestock and chicken, he includes. This time, the hunt was more satisfying as we were stung less by the bees. Generally, even the people who pertain to witness the hunting process get stung by 25-30 bees, states Khadka.Recalling a remarkable incident from a few years back, Khadka recounted how all the hunters indulged in the wild honey they had harvested causing hunters to either vomit or have explosive diarrhoea. Little did they understand that by just licking the honey off their hands, unwilling to let any of the precious compound go to squander, the honey would have such an effect.Khadka now usually warns all the hunters about the different effects of honey along with its hallucinogenic effect.
Wild bees covering a honey hunter's protective equipment during honey hunting in Sindhupalchowk on June 5. Pictures: Skanda Gautam/ THT
A honey hunter climbing up a rope to isolate bees from their honeycomb. Pictures: Skanda Gautam/ THT
Despite being stung in his left eye during the hunt, Pemba Rinchen, a dedicated honey hunter, stays undaunted. Despite the threats and absence of precaution, he states, I continue to work, making a part of the honey gathered, together with assistance from the federal government and my company. During the off-season, Pemba takes part in agricultural farming and cattle breeding to sustain himself.With impaired vision from the bee sting, he makes his method back home, permitting another hunter to take his place in the tough job of honey searching.
KATHMANDU, JUNE 17Newly appointed Chief Justice Hari Krishna Karki has only until August 4 to serve the judiciary, but the legal fraternity expects him to start some major reforms which his successors will be bound to follow and even broaden on.
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Senior Advocate Radheshyam Adhikari, who is likewise a previous lawmaker, stated if CJ Karki started automation-based cause list that would address the present issues to a big extent.At present the Supreme Court utilizes lottery-based cause list, but this system does not offer checks versus recusal on technical grounds. Currently, numerous cases are listed to judges who have to recuse themselves due to the fact that they have actually passed orders in those cases in the past. The CJ can do an excellent service if he gets rid of political pressure and picks judges on the basis of benefit, Adhikari added.Six vacancies for the post of judge stays at the SC, 47 in high courts, and 37 in district courts, according to Spokesperson of the Judicial Council Man Bahadur Karki.Senior Advocate Prof Gandhi Pandit said that CJ Karki need to try to implement the report he had actually sent to the SC and try his finest to introduce automation-based lottery game system which was one of the significant recommendations of the report. He said that the Karki-led panel had actually mentioned that intermediaries were active in the judiciary and to end anomalies and irregularities, automation-based cause list should be introduced without any delay.Many legal representatives complain that judges are not punctual. If judges decide to begin their bench at 11:00 am, they ought to be present at the bench on the dot, however judges hardly maintain punctuality, a senior advocate, who did not want to be quoted, said.Senior Advocate Meera Dhungana said that CJ Karki might serve the judiciary better if he made sure quick delivery. We filed a petition at the constitution bench of the SC on behalf of women development officers who were denied promotion above the under-secretary level, however the case continues to be sub judice for the last 4 years. A few of the intended recipients have actually retired from service, she said and added that the SC had not delivered justice in a few of the citizenship cases submitted 11 years ago. Eligible citizens knock the door of the SC and yet they do not get justice in time, Dhunagana added.A version of this post appears in the print on June 18, 2023, of The Himalayan Times.
Pakistan will select Saturday whether displaced individuals can be permitted to go back.
People in that region lined up to get food contributed by charities, help agencies and local authorities. Pakistan's nationwide disaster management agency said the cyclone was 125 kilometers (75 miles) south-southwest of Keti Bandar, a port in flood-hit Sindh province.
The full degree of the damage in western India wasn't immediately known. In addition to the 2 deaths, 23 individuals were injured in numerous locations, authorities stated. About 100,000 individuals who were left in western India have been momentarily moved to relief camps, authorities said.
On Thursday, UNICEF alerted that more than 625,000 kids were at instant risk in Pakistan and India.
Attendees will also find out about the essential business and technical skills for an effective online career.During the occasion, unique sessions will concentrate on ways developers can utilize social networks for effective public advocacy and on the functions of females in digital spaces.US Embassy Public Affairs Officer Garrett Wilkerson stated, Creativity is historically intrinsic to Nepal and it is clear, youth are wishing to get associated with tech and the digital space where there are numerous chances. This first-of-its-kind occasion is created to sharpen the skills of digital creators and influencers in order to launch and grow their online presence, businesses, and careers. With this event, we likewise hope to stress that the digital area, be it podcasting, being a social media influencer or material developers, and so on, is also a fantastic way for advocacy, democratic action, and to develop platforms and profession opportunities for underrepresented minorities. The occasion is being organized at the Aloft Hotel, Chhaya Devi Complex, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu.
KATHMANDU, JUNE 17With an aim to hep children construct an effective online profession, the United States Embassy in Kathmandu arranged the very first CREATOR'S Mela in Kathmandu. CREATOR'S Mela: EMPOWER, INNOVATE, INSPIRE is a two-day event of some of Nepal's most ingenious digital media manufacturers, social networks influencers, and consumers, according to the embassy.Featuring 17 lectures and interactive sessions, as well as vendor display screens, the Creator's Mela will be a forum for aiming creators to discover how to develop compelling audio and visual content consisting of podcasts, animations, and vlogs, and to produce their own online brands.
KATHMANDU, JUNE 16The Nepal Horticulture Promotion Centre (NHPC), in partnership with Manakamana Training and Skills Development Institute, successfully organized the Provincial Level Validation/Findings Sharing Workshop of the Research on the identification of vegetable crops that minimize imports and increase self-reliance in Hardinath, Dhanusha, Madhesh Pradesh on June 14.
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