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Nepal Police arrested five people for their alleged involvement in looting, vandalism and arson in Kavre district during the Gen-Z protests on September 9.   

The District Police Office, Kavre, said that the accused were involved in damaging and looting public properties, government offices and police buildings too.

Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and Information Office of District Police Office Rabin Bista said that Ajay Tamang (21) of Dhulikhel Municipality-3, Bishal Blon ( 21) of Khanikhola Rural Municipality-1 and Rabindra Pariyar (22) and Abhi Sudhakar (19) of Banepa Municipality were nabbed for their wrongdoings during the Gen-Z protests.

Bista added that Bhim Tamang (27) of Jiri Municipality-1 in Dolakha district was also held on the same charge. 

Earlier, the police in the district had arrested 12 individuals for their alleged involvement in looting, vandalism and arson in Kavre in the Gen-Z protests. 

The Nepal Police has urged all concerned not to make unnecessary crowds in the surrounding area of Tribhuvan University-based Cricket Ground.

Issuing a notice today, the District Police Range, Kathmandu requested not to make crowds outside the cricket ground as matches of the second edition of Nepal Premiere League is beginning today. 

Superintendent of Police Pawan Kumar Bhattarai shared, "We have received the information from the bodies concerned that all tickets of today's match were sold out. So do not make any crowds outside the cricket ground."

The Nepal Police also asked the cricket enthusiasts to watch the match from the allotted spaces rather than making crowds outside the cricket ground and to fulfill civic responsibility, thereby assisting the police in managing security.

The “National Festival of Tolerance” was held at Um Al Emarat Park from November 14 to 16 on the occasion of International Day of Tolerance-2025 in Abu Dhabi.

During the program, the Nepali Embassy in Abu Dhabi showed its remarkable and active participation in the field of tourism promotion and cultural diplomacy by setting up a Nepal Tourism Booth/Stall for the first time, reads a statement issued by the Nepali Embassy in Abu Dhabi.

Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence of the UAE Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan inaugurated the 7th edition of the fair, which carried the theme ‘Hand in Hand’.

After the inauguration of the fair, His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan visited the Nepali stall and received information from Ambassador Tej Bahadur Chhetri, according to the statement. 

Ambassadors from various countries, diplomats, officials from the UAE government's Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence, tourism entrepreneurs, students, and well-wishers of Nepal also visited the Nepali stall at the fair.

On November 15, the Nepal Federation of Indigenous Nationalities performed group dances reflecting Nepal’s diverse ethnic and regional traditions and culture.

The Nepali stall was decorated with various Nepali items, including Nepali handicrafts and sculptures, tourist posters and paintings reflecting the natural beauty of Nepal and Nepali souvenirs.

In addition to that, Nuwa Puch performed a famous lakhe dance, reflecting Newari art and culture, during the three-day fair.

Similarly, drawing, coloring, and interactive activities were also conducted to attract the children and families.

The Embassy and the Nepal Tourism Board handed promotion materials as gifts to those who answered the quiz correctly on topics such as Nepal-UAE relations, Nepal's tourism, and geography, the statement further reads. 

Various diplomatic missions in Abu Dhabi, including those from Asia, Europe, and Africa, set up stalls showcasing their respective arts and cultures.

Global Heritage showcased art exhibitions and international musical and entertainment programs during the fair attended by various international schools, social organizations, and cultural groups based in Abu Dhabi.

The Embassy expressed its heartfelt gratitude to the UAE Government, the Embassy family, the Nepali community, the Federation of Indigenous Nationalities, Newa:Puch:, media personnel, and volunteers for their contribution in making the fair a success. 

Armed Police Force, Nepal, and the Seema Surakshya Bal (Border Security Force), India have reached an understanding to make joint border patrol and border security more effective.

During the 9th bilateral coordination meeting, discussions were held on the issue of controlling cross-border crimes and drug smuggling.

Nepali delegation was led by APF, Nepal, Inspector General, Raju Aryal, while Director General of SSB, India, Sanjay Singhal, had led the Indian delegation. 

The 9th meeting was held in New Delhi, India, from November 12 to 14. 

Similarly, various issues including controlling smuggling and illegal import in border areas, and exchanging information and training were also discussed, said Joint-Spokesperson at the APF, Nepal, Superintendent of Police, Shailendra Thapa.

The meeting also reviewed the implementation of the agenda passed by the 8th coordination meeting held in December last year in Kathmandu. 

Discussion was also held on the issue of effectively implementing the shared concepts passed by the meeting and the future strategy.