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Nepal defeated Bahrain by seven wickets to register their second victory in a row in the ACC Men's U19 Premier Cup in Malaysia on Sunday.

Chasing a meager target of 78 runs, Dev Khanal and Arjun Kumal scored 32 runs each off 27 balls with four boundaries and one six and off 31 balls with five fours respectively to achieve comfortable victory.

Nepal reached the target in 11. 4 overs at the loss of three wickets. 

In their first match, Nepal had thrashed Iran by a wide margin of 274 runs.

For Bahrain, Anas Obaid Syed took three wickets.

Electing to bat first after winning the toss, Bahrain scored 77 runs in 37.5 overs losing all wickets.

Muhammad Basil scored highest 34 off 77 balls with two sixes and two fours. However, other players could not score double digits for the team.

For Nepal, Dipesh Kandel claimed six wickets while Durgesh Gupta four.

Nepal will play their third match against Saudi Arabia on October 19.

Top three winners in the tournament will qualify for the ACC Asia Cup to be held in Pakistan in December.

Tilicho Lake that lies at an altitude of 4919 meters in Manang district has now access to internet connectivity.

The newly launched service is for the convenience of tourists visiting the lake in the mountainous district Manang, it has been said. It is expected to be highly effective for communications in case of altitude sickness and other emergencies, said Cholpa Gurung, Ward Chair of Manang Dinsang Rural Municipality-9.

 "The availability of the facility is expected to reduce incidents of visiting people going missing or falling ill. Visiting people can have contact with their families and relatives," he said.

The service has come into operation to facilitate visiting tourists in coordination with tourism and hotel entrepreneurs, said a hotel entrepreneur Karma Dendu Gurung. "Internet connectivity has been set up to serve the needs of tourists," he said.

With the inflow of tourists during the tourist season, the service has been a boon for them, said tourism entrepreneurs.  Tourist arrival is increasing in Manang.

Tourists, both domestic and foreign, visit the tourist spot to view sceneries of the mountains, hill, culture and lifestyle of the local people. Mountaineers and trekkers wanting to climb mountains or trekking many routes go through the district.

Over 200 foreign tourists visit the district on a daily basis, said Bhupendra Gurung, Chief of the Tourist Check and Information Centre of the Area Office, Dharapani and the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP).

The pressure of tourists may increase during Dashain and Tihar.

The Annapurna Circuit is connected with five districts, Lamjung, Manang, Kaski, Mustang and Myagdi.

In eight months, over 14,200 tourists have trekked the route. Most of the trekkers were from Israel, France and Germany, said the center. However, according to the center, it does not have exact data of domestic tourists hiking the route.

The increasing inflow of tourists, both domestic and foreign of late, has encouraged tourism entrepreneurs.

In view of the health of visiting tourists, a temporary health post has been set up in the area in coordination with the rural municipality and the Area Office, ACAP.

The ACAP provides information to tourists visiting Tilicho Lake and Thorangla Bhanjyang about possible health hazards and risks that may take place in the course of a journey.

The Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP) has reshuffled the party district-level committees in five districts.

According to party publicity and publication department chief, Purna Basnet, the committees in Bhaktapur, Kavrepalanchowk, Sindhupalchowk, Dhading and Ilam have been reshuffled. Each of these committees have a total of 31 members. 

Five persons from Ilam, who went out of contact following flash floods and landslides, in Sikkim, India have come into contact with their families.

It has been learnt that they have recently made contact with their families by phone and social media. The families of Sen Bahadur Karki, Kumar Basnet, Naramaya Basnet, Khusi Karki and Lhakpa Lama of Ilam Municipality-9 are happy and felt a great sense of relief after they contacted home 11 days after the disaster.

Assistant Chief District Officer of Ilam Dhruba Prasad Koirala said they have been informed by the families of the five persons that they have contacted home. He said the five persons were on their way back home, according to their family sources.

Power supply to places where the Nepalis were residing and surrounding areas was cut off after the flooding. It is said that these people could not call back home as the means of communication were also dysfunctional for lack of electricity.

The five people had gone missing after the flooding in the Teesta River on October 3.

A cloud burst over Lhonak Lake in north Sikkim resulted in a flash flood in the Teesta River in Lachen Valley on 4 October.

At least 14 people died and 102 went missing. The floods in Sikkim that started around 1.30 am was made worse by the release of water from Chungthang dam. Several towns, including Dikchu, Singtam, and Rangpo located in the Teesta basin, were affected by the floods.

The biggest festival Dashain began with Ghatasthapana today by worshiping the deity Shailaputri in accordance with Vedic rituals and sowing barley seeds for jamara in a jar filled with soil and cow dung for germination.

The auspicious hour for observing Ghatasthapana is 11:29 am today, according to the Nepal Calendar Determination Committee. Deity Shailaputri is one of the nine deities worshiped in Navaratri.

Prayers are also offered to Durga Bhavani, the goddess of power today. Germination of the auspicious "Jamara" is also initiated at Hanumandhoka Dashain Ghar in accordance with Vedic rituals.

With the marking of Ghatasthapana, celebrations and worship take place in the Shaktipeeth across the country including in the Kathmandu Valley.

Likewise, there is also a tradition of sacrificing animals while initiating the germination of the "jamara".

My grandmother is a 65-year-old retired teacher. Lately, she has been experiencing memory problems, such as forgetting appointments, misplacing keys, and struggling to recall the names of familiar people. What could it be and is there anything that could be done

Answered by Rishav Koirala, psychiatrist and researcher

Age-related cognitive changes are common, and some degree of forgetfulness is considered a normal part of aging. Chronic stress can lead to cognitive difficulties, and addressing stress management techniques may help improve memory. Sleep disturbances, such as sleep apnea or insomnia, can also impair cognitive function, and optimizing sleep quality can have a positive impact. 

If your grandmother is on some medication regimen, there are some drugs that may be affecting her memory. So a review of her medication is essential. Additionally, addressing any underlying medical conditions and ensuring proper nutrition can play a crucial role in memory improvement.

With the aging population in Nepal, the prevalence of cognitive disorders, including dementia, has been on the rise. In the context of dementia, individuals may experience a distorted sense of temporal orientation, emphasizing past memories while struggling to remember or anticipate the future. This temporal disorientation can lead to a sense of ‘wandering’ through time, where past experiences become more accessible, while future events and plans become increasingly elusive. 

As a result of this temporal disorientation, individuals experiencing memory problems may also find it challenging to remember tasks or work that was in progress, which can be disruptive and disorienting. This issue can further compound the difficulties associated with dementia, as individuals may ‘lose track’ of their ongoing tasks, adding to their sense of temporal disorientation and causing frustration and confusion. Understanding and addressing these challenges are essential in providing appropriate care and support to individuals with dementia.

Moreover, it’s crucial to recognize that the person looking after the patient, such as family members or caregivers, may experience significant emotional and psychological challenges. The constant adjustments and uncertainties brought about by dementia can lead to caregiver anxiety, stress, and burnout. Caregivers often grapple with the demanding responsibilities of ensuring the patient’s safety, providing emotional support, and managing the daily care routine, all while witnessing the progressive decline of their loved one's cognitive function. Recognizing and addressing the caregiver’s well-being is a vital aspect of holistic care for individuals with dementia, as it helps ensure the patient receives the best possible support while also maintaining the caregiver’s own mental and emotional health.

To determine the exact cause and appropriate interventions, it is crucial for your grandmother to seek a comprehensive evaluation from a healthcare professional, be it a psychiatrist, neurologist, or geriatrician, who can provide a tailored assessment and guidance for her specific situation. Early intervention and support can significantly affect the management of memory issues, irrespective of their underlying cause, and may involve addressing temporal disorientation and providing a supportive environment for individuals with dementia.

A senior pilot was injured when a Manang Air chopper crashed as it was trying to land at Lobuche of Solukhumbu on Saturday.

The chopper with a call sign 9N-ANJ was heading towards Lobuche from Lukla to rescue foreign tourists when the incident occurred this morning, it has been learnt.

Critically injured pilot Prakash Sedhai has been airlifted to Hams Hospital of Kathmandu by the Fishtail Air chopper for treatment, Chief District Officer Basanta Bhattarai said.

Pilot Sedhai was the only person onboard the chopper.

According to an eyewitness, Mingmar Nuru Sherpa, the incident occurred at the helipad of Lobuche at around 7:30 am.

Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality-4 ward Chairman Laxman Adhikari said that the chopper may have crashed while landing at the helipad situated at an altitude of 4, 900 meters.

The chopper caught fire after the crash.

The Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) decided to stay neutral in the formation of a new government in Koshi Province.

A meeting of the central office-bearers of the party held at Central Office, Dhumbarahi, on Friday made the decision to this effect.

The meeting called for holding discussions on the recently developed scenario in Koshi Province, the country's overall political and social situation and to determine the party's strategy in this regard, said RPP Spokesperson and Publicity Department Chief, Mohan Kumar Shrestha.

Shrestha said, "We have seriously reviewed the scenario developed in Koshi Province. The meeting decided to remain neutral regarding the matter of selecting the new Chief Minister. Decision will be taken if needed."