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In a landmark achievement, Sushil Pokharel, founder of Bizbell Private Limited, has earned the place in the International Hydropower Association (IHA) for the 2023-25 term.

This historic moment marks the first time a Nepali national has been elected in the world's apex hydropower body. Sushil Pokharel, known for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to clean energy, will represent 28 countries in South and Central Asia. His election to the IHA Board is a testament to his dedication to advancing sustainable hydropower on a global scale.

IHA is a non-profit membership association and serves as the global voice for sustainable hydropower, striving to shape the future of clean energy.

He will officially begin his role on the Board at the 2023 World Hydropower Congress in Bali, Indonesia. The selection process involved candidates from six geographical regions, resulting in the election of a diverse group of hydropower experts with extensive experience.

Eddie Rich, CEO of IHA said, “Global climate change - the greatest challenge in the world right now - will not be tackled without sustainable hydropower. Over the next decade, Central Asia and South Asia will perhaps be the fastest growing region in the world for hydropower. I am delighted that Sushil Pokharel has been elected to represent the region on IHA's highest governing body. I see his election as a breakthrough moment for the region.

Sushil Pokharel, Founder of Bizbell said, "It’s now crucial that we harness untapped resources of this region and make a substantial contribution to global hydropower generation, ultimately helping us to reach the Net Zero Goal by 2050."

As the Founder of Bizbell, Pokhrel has been at the forefront of pioneering sustainable hydropower development, building a significant 1000 MW renewable energy portfolio by 2035.  Globally acknowledged for his commitment to minimizing carbon footprints and revolutionizing the energy landscape, Sushil drives a sustainable future through Bizbell, leaving a lasting impact on Nepal and Central and South Asia region.

The price of gold has increased by Rs 100 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday.

According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the precious yellow metal is being traded at Rs 112, 600 per tola today. It was traded at Rs 112, 500 per tola on Friday.

Meanwhile, tejabi gold is being traded at Rs 112, 050 per tola. It was traded at Rs 111, 950 per tola.

Similarly, the silver is being traded at Rs 1,460 per tola today.

Two persons died in a jeep accident at Chalpunera in Kanakasundari Rural Municipality-4 of Jumla on Sunday.

The tragedy occurred when the four-wheeler (Bhe 1 Ja 1099) was heading towards Mugu from Jumla at around 6: 30 am today.

District Police Office Information Officer Yam Bahadur Budha Magar said that both the driver and the assistant driver died on the spot.

The identities of the deceased are yet to be ascertained.

The jeep fell some 300 meters down the road.

Police said that they are looking into the incident.

Two persons died and four others were injured when a jeep they were traveling in met with an accident near Panchkilo of Sunkosi Rural Municipality on Saturday.

The deceased have been identified as jeep driver Uttamraj Maharjan and Bal Bahadur Khatri of Bahrabise, Sindhupalchowk, the District Police Office, Sindhupalchowk said.

The incident occurred when the jeep (Ba 15 Cha 9370) fell some 300 meters down the road last night.

The injured are undergoing treatment in Dhulikhel, police said.

Police have arrested a woman with one kg of gold from Rasuwa on Saturday.

The arrestee has been identified as Pachemu Tamang (41) of Gosaikunda Rural Municipality-3, according to District Police Chief Subas Budhathoki.

Tamang was arrested by border security personnel while she was entering Nepal through the Rasuwagadhi border crossing with the gold brought from Kerung.

The woman was found ill and was admitted to the Rasuwa Hospital for treatment.

Police said that further investigation into the case is underway.

A person died and seven others were injured when a bus hit three moving vehicles in Pepsicola, Kathmandu on Sunday.

Senior SP Rajendra Prasad Bhatta, spokesperson at the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, said that the bus heading towards Pepsicola from Jadibutti hit a Bolero Jeep, a motorbike and a scooter.

“A person died when a bus hit three moving vehicles at Pepsicola. Seven persons were injured. Further investigation into the incident is underway,” he said.

Police said that the bus (Ba 3 Kha 4848) hit the Bolero Jeep (Ba 6 Cha 5342), the motorbike (Bagmati Province 02-041 Pa 4838) and the scooter (Bagmati Province 02-037 Pa 5311) coming from the opposite direction at 8 this morning.

It has been learnt that the injured have been taken to the Minbhawan-based Civil Hospital and Pepsicola-based Motherland Hospital for treatment.

Police said that they have taken the bus driver under control for investigation.

National Center for Security Governance (NCSG), a Kathmandu-based top security think-tank, organized a roundtable discussion with lawmakers, senior politicians, security experts and representatives from civil society on “Parliamentary Oversight on National Security and Security Institutions.

At the outset of the program, Executive Director of NCSG Abhaya Raj Joshi highlighted the objective of the program stating that in a democratic set up there should be parliamentary oversight on security and defense related issues. He further added that there should be a regular interface between security institutions and lawmakers on security related issues.

Speaking at the program, former finance minister Surendra Pandey spoke on multiple aspects of security.

“We are facing multiple problems ranging from security to the international environment, the situation is even more serious than we understand.” 

Newly elected Chairman of State Affairs and Good Governance Committee of Parliament Ram Hari Khatiwada said he will work intensively to deal with the security related issues.

Chief Whip of Rastriya Swatantra Party Santosh Pariyar opined that there should be open debate and discussions on every issue except few that are related to the core security issues.

Senior retired officials of Nepal Army and Nepal Police spoke about the various dimensions of traditional and new security challenges.

They said that the country’s security institutions must be strengthened to deal with emerging security challenges. 

It is a part of NCSG’s regular engagement with stakeholders to discuss security issues.

Permanent Representative of Nepal to the United Nations Organization Lok Bahadur Thapa presented his Letters of Credence to United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at a special ceremony held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on Friday.

Ambassador Thapa held a courtesy meeting with Secretary-General Guterres following the presentation of his credentials.

On the occasion, the Secretary-General congratulated and welcomed Ambassador Thapa as the Permanent Representative of Nepal to the United Nations and assured him of all necessary support in discharging his duties and further enhancing Nepal-UN relations, reads a statement issued by the Permanent Mission of Nepal to the United Nations in New York.

Secretary-General Guterres appreciated the role that Nepal has been playing in the United Nations over the years.

While recalling his fond memories of his visits to Nepal in his earlier capacities, Guterres expressed his thankfulness to Nepal for the support and solidarity it extended for the realization of the objectives of the United Nations.

During the meeting, Ambassador Thapa conveyed to the Secretary-General the greetings and warm wishes from President Ram Chandra Paudel, Prime Minister Mr. Pushpa Kamal Dahal and Minister for Foreign Affairs NP Saud, the statement reads.

Thanking the United Nations for its cooperation to Nepal’s development as well as the peace process, Ambassador Thapa reiterated Nepal’s full support and firm commitment to the United Nations.

Ambassador Thapa also commended the Secretary-General’s efforts and initiatives in global peace and security, sustainable development, climate justice, and UN reform among others.

Outlining Nepal’s priorities in different areas including peacekeeping, climate change, and sustainable development, Ambassador Thapa expressed Nepal’s willingness to further deepen and strengthen its relations with the United Nations.

Ambassador Thapa arrived in New York to begin his tour of duty as the Permanent Representative of Nepal to the United Nations on 31 August 2023.