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The government introduced the Covid-19 insurance scheme soon after the Covid-19 hit the country.

Many people signed up for the Covid-19 insurance. But, the insurance companies have not paid the insurance claim amount to a majority of policy holders.

Because of that, general people have started moving the court and other concerned agencies demanding that they be given their insurance amount at the earliest.

“We have filed complaints at the Tulsipur High Court demanding that they be given their insurance claim amount,” Bikas Acharya of Nepalgunj said.

Basundhara Gyawali said that the insurance company had promised her to give the insurance amount within mid-July 2021, but she has not got the money yet.

They had bought the coronavirus insurance plan from Shikhar Insurance, National Insurance Company and Siddhartha Insurance.

The victims have filed complaints against 20 non-life insurance companies.

Finance Minister Janardan Sharma had already said that the insurance companies should pay the insurance amount to the people at any cost.

The insurance companies have stopped taking applications of claimants since mid-July.

As many as 161,549 people had filed applications within that period. It has been learnt that over Rs 4 billion has already been paid.

In a period of one year, non-life insurance companies had sold 1,758,343 Covid-19 policies.

The government of Nepal provided humanitarian relief materials for the people of Afghanistan on Sunday.

Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal Sewa Lamsal handed over the humanitarian assistance containing medicines, garments, and household items to Dr Ramiz Alakbarov, Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan amid a program organized at the Kabul Airport today, read a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

Earlier this morning, the Government of Nepal had sent a chartered aircraft with humanitarian relief materials for the people of Afghanistan from the people of Nepal.

Foreign Minister Narayan Khadka led the efforts in realizing the humanitarian assistance as a goodwill gesture of the people of Nepal. Economic hardship and harsh winter weather in Afghanistan necessitated humanitarian assistance and support from the international community to the people of Afghanistan, the statement read.

Private sector apex bodies, organizations, and individuals including the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Nepal Chamber of Commerce, the Confederation of Nepalese Industries, Honorary Consular Corps- Nepal, Agrawal Sewa Kendra, and Himalaya Airlines extended their generous hands in support of the mission.

The Nepal government has urged India to stop construction or extension of roads in Lipulekh of Nepal.

Speaking at a press conference organised at the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, government spokesperson and Minister for Communication and Information Technology Gyanendra Bahadur Karki said that the government is committed to resolve the border issue with India through diplomatic channels.

He said that the government of Nepal is clear on the fact that Limpiyadhura, Lipulekh and Kalapani are integral parts of Nepal.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a programme a few days ago had said that the Indian government has been constructing a road to Mansarovar of China through Lipulekh of Nepal.

Ruling coalition Nepali Congress, CPN (Maoist Centre) and CPN (Unified Socialist) have already expressed their dissatisfaction over the remarks of Indian Prime Minister Modi.

The government has decided to shut down cinema halls and gym clubs till January 29.

A Cabinet meeting held on Sunday made the decision to this effect,  Minister for Communication and Information Technology Gyanendra Bahadur Karki said.

He said that the government decided to shut down cinema halls and gym halls to stem the surge of Covid-19.

Earlier, the government had also closed the educational institutions and banned the gatherings of more than 25 people in public places.

The eighth edition of the Annapurna Post Corporate Badminton organized by the Annapurna Media Network concluded amidst a special function on Saturday.

A three-day event was organized at the covered hall of the Nepal Army Physical Training and Sports Center in Lagankhel, Lalitpur.

During the program, Annapurna Network Chairman Rameshwor Thapa welcomed the guests by giving flowers and plants.

Addressing the concluding ceremony, Nepal Bankers’ Association President Anil Kumar Upadhyay said that the Annapurna Corporate Badminton has made a different impression in the corporate sector.

“Not only in Nepal, this tournament has become successful in making an identity abroad also,” he said, adding, “The campaign against climate change started by the Annapurna has sent a different message in the world.”

“We also need to learn from Chairman Rameshwar Thapa, who has contributed to the society and the nation from various fields,” Chairman Upadhyay said.

On the occasion, Nepal Badminton Association Chairman Ramji Bahadur Shrestha expressed his happiness for making the tournament successful in this critical situation.

Giving a welcome speech at the program, Editor of Annapurna Post Akhanda Bhandari said that the Annapurna Media Network has started a campaign of building a healthy nation.

Meanwhile, Ganesh Rayamajhi of Lumbini General Insurance won the title of Banking/Insurance Men’s single.

Similarly, Bishal Khadka of Bindhyabasini Printing and Press clinched the title of Regular Men’s Single.

Likewise, Bishwas Khadka and Bishwas Nepal grabbed the title of Regular Men’s Doubles.

Santosh Sapkota has debuted in acting career through a new music video ‘Man Pareki Pauda’. He has played a supporting role in the song written by Mani Sapkota and sung by Smriti Magar and Sapkota himself.

Madan Khadka and Anil Rana respectively have directed and edited the video which has featured Arjun Sapkota, Ishwar Bhandari, Gumi Gharti, and other artists.

The vibrant colors of Utopia Restaurant must have caught your eyes if you have ever walked on the Ekantakuna-Bhanimandal road in Lalitpur. A treat for your eyes, mouth, and heart, its welcoming ambience will make you want to keep coming back. 

With a menu that includes Italian, the foodie in you won’t be disappointed with whatever you order here. When it comes to light food, the Mustang Aloo is a savory must-have, followed by their most popular dish, Pad Thai. The pizza is also worth a shot. There are both indoor and outdoor seating options in this spacious restaurant that is both clean and green. 

Utopia Restaurant

Chef’s Special Dishes:

Mustang Aloo
Buffalo Wings
Pad Thai (Veg and Chicken)

Opening time: 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: Bhanimandal
Meal for 2: 1000
Card/Phone pay: Yes
Reservation:  9808068576

‘Banki Chari’, the song released two years ago has gained over 10 million views on YouTube. Arjun Sapkota, along with Devi Gharti Magar had sung it which was aired from Sapkota’s YouTube Channel. Lyricist Krishna Basyal had written the song.

The music video directed by Smriti Timalsina aka Guru Aama featuring Sapkota himself, Raju Dhakal, and Karishma Dhakal tells a break-up story.