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Nepal reported 46 new Covid-19 cases on Monday. According to the Ministry of Health and Population, 1, 183 swab samples were tested in the RT-PCR method, of which 40 returned positive. Likewise, 1, 104 people underwent antigen tests, of which six were tested positive. The Ministry said that no one died of the virus in the last 24 hours. The Ministry said that 17 infected people recovered from the disease. As of today, there are 711 active cases in the country.

The government has announced a public holiday on Tuesday to mourn the death of Veteran culture expert and historian Satya Mohan Joshi. Phanindra Mani Pokharel, spokesperson at the Home Ministry, said that it has also been decided to fly the national flag at half-mast in all the government offices, public organizations and associations and diplomatic missions abroad to mourn the death of veteran litterateur. Joshi passed away at the age of 103 on Sunday. He breathed his last during the course of treatment at the Gwarko-based Kist Medical College at 7: 09 am yesterday. According to a source at the hospital, he passed away at 7: 09 am today. Joshi, who had been suffering from prostate and heart-related ailments for the past many years, was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the hospital on October 10. Joshi was also suffering from pneumonia and was also found infected with dengue during the blood test. Earlier, he had announced to donate his body to the hospital after his death. Although Joshi’s health condition looked like it was improving in the initial few days of his hospitalization, it deteriorated later on. The KIST Medical College had been providing Joshi and his spouse free medical treatment.    

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has said that Nepal Police has been dedicating itself for the public security and service, as the closest 'friend' between the government and the people. Addressing a program organized at the Police Headquarters, Naxal to mark the 67th Police Day today, he said the Police, dedicated to the security of the nation and citizens amidst various ups and downs, has made significant achievement in maintaining law and order and security as well as in crime control front, which is worthy of feeling proud of by every Nepali. "The dedication of the former office-bearers in the leadership position and the sacrifices of the martyr police personnel have played a major role for the Nepal Police's reaching the present status," PM Deuba said, adding that the Police force which carries with it a history of around seven decades has become successful in establishing itself as a professional, capable, disciplined and dutiful public servant coming to the present situation. He reiterated that the government has been stressing on building a fear-free environment by maintaining law and order and peace and security throughout the nation keeping the country's internal and external security, protection of sovereignty and people's security at the center. "Peace and security are the basis of development and construction, and good governance," the Prime Minister said and praised the contribution of the police force dedicated selflessly to their duty day and night. The PM further said, "It is the police the people who are in distress first remember. It is the Nepal Police who is the friend and rescuer of the helpless, vulnerable and victims of crime. It is the police, the center of faith of all the citizens." Stating that the role played by the police personnel and physicians remaining in the frontline for the rescue of citizens in any natural disaster and emergencies from the 2015 mega earthquake  to the global COVID-19 pandemic is praiseworthy, he said the performance capacity of the Nepal Police is appreciated not only within the country but in foreign countries as well. It is the high professionalism shown by Nepal Police while discharging its duty that has won this accolade. "The police personnel and officials have been deployed in the United Nations peacekeeping missions by internalizing Nepal's commitment to international peace and security," PM Deuba said, adding that the government is positive towards increasing the participation and representation of Nepal Police employees in the peacekeeping operations in the coming days. He also directed that all the services of the police be made technology-friendly. "The present age is the age of information and technology. The effectiveness and efficiency of the organization has to be enhanced by equipping it with information and technology and making timely changes to the traditional system," PM Deuba stressed. Reiterating that it is the main responsibility of the police to control crime and conduct investigation, he said the law and order situation in the country would be consolidated only if the police sincerely fulfilled its responsibilities. The Prime Minister instructed the entire police rank and file to fulfill its duties and responsibilities sincerely and professionally without coming under anyone's pressure or influence and using the rights given it by the existing laws. He said that he is informed of the police force's dutifulness and its problems. The Head-of-Government stated that the police have been demonstrating its excellent capacity in spite of the limited means and resources and expressed the belief that it can render better results if the police force is provided with means and resources and appropriate training. He added that the government has been giving priority to modernization and strengthening of police and this would be continued in the coming days as well. Stating that all should pay attention to improving the career development of all employees of Nepal Police in a timely way and building an efficient police organization, PM Deuba directed the Ministry of Home Affairs to make the required plans for this purpose. Prime Minister Deuba praised the role of Nepal Police in conducting the local level election in a peaceful and fair environment and also expressed his confidence that it will not leave no stone unturned in making the upcoming House of Representatives and Province Assembly elections also in a free, fair and fear-free environment. Home Minister Bal Krishna Khand praised the roles of Nepal Police in saving lives of the country's citizens since its inception, and during earthquakes, COVID-19 pandemic and other natural disasters. "Police have reached out and helped people in need. They have played important roles in saving lives of people despite limited resources." Stating that use of new technology in criminal activities has posed additional security challenges, he said the Ministry itself was effortful to increase efficiency of the police. "The government is at work to encourage and increase efficiency of the police, and make it easier for their families to live a life," he said. Inspector General of Police Dhiraj Pratap Singh said Nepal's Police role for security of the people and the nation, during COVID-19 pandemic and incidences of natural disasters had further increased its credibility. Stating that the last local elections in the nation were held peacefully, he said the Nepal Police was committed to making all security arrangements required for conducting the elections to the House of Representatives and Province Assembly in an impartial and peaceful atmosphere. Fugitives from abroad and hiding in Nepal were apprehended with the help of 'Interpol', he said, adding that the registration of incidents of offenses last fiscal year was increased by 17 percent compared to the previous fiscal year, but the number of criminal cases declined. On the occasion, the Prime Minister awarded children of those police employees who attained martyrdom while on duty with ' Achyut-Meena Martyr Police Family Award and Fellowship'. Likewise, Superintendent of Police Santosh Khadka (Nepal Police Special Bureau) was honored with the ' Motilal Bohora Excellence Research Award' while the ' Lifetime Achievement Award' was conferred on former Additional Inspector General of Police Rajendra Bahadur Singh.  The Province 1 Police Office, Biratnagar which was adjudged the best in the inter-province police performance assessment won the ' police baton' award. The Prime Minister launched the Police Darpan-2079 BS and presented the letter of recognition to the dependent families of martyr police.  He laid a wreath on the Martyr Police Memorial.

Gandaki Province Chief Minister Krishna Chandra Nepali Pokhrel has praised the role of Nepal Police to the establishment of peace and order despite the availability of limited resources. In his address to a program organized by the Gandaki Province Police Office, Pokhara to mark the 67th Police Day here today, the Chief Minister acknowledged the 'special' contribution of the Nepal Police to the enhancement of the nation's peace, security and order. He took time to mention that the Nepali Police had its relations with the liberation army that had a crucial role in the establishment of democracy by eliminating the Rana's rule in 2007 BS. The Nepal Police has a glorious history, according to him. He said the Nepal Police which had demonstrated its integrity and accountability in each moment including the time of natural disasters and in maintenance of peace and security proved it equally competent in the professional forum. On the occasion, he honored and awarded families of martyrs’ police and other personalities for their contribution to the profession. Gandaki Province Internal Affairs Minister Dobate Bishwakarma said the role of Nepal Police to the establishment of peace and security was commendable. He was hopeful that the Nepal Police would show its role as in the past to hold the elections to the House of Representatives and Province Assembly in a free and impartial atmosphere. Gandaki Province Police Chief Deputy Inspector General of Police Ram Dutta Joshi said the Nepal Police that was always aware of the delivery of pro-people, transparent and prompt services dedicated itself to the service of the nation and the people.  He pledged to take up the role to hold the upcoming elections peacefully. The best wishes message sent by the Inspector General of Police Dhiraj Prasad Singh was read out on the occasion. Similarly, the 67th Police Day has been marked in Hetauda, the capital of Bagmati Province in Makawanpur district, today. The Bagmati Province Police Office organized the function. On the occasion, Chief Minister of Bagmati Province Rajendra Pandey laid a wreath at the image of the 'Immortal Police'. All those present at the ceremony garlanded the Immortal Police memorial. Chief Minister Pandey lauded the role of police in maintaining law and order in the country. It is the responsibility of one and all to move forward by protecting the federal democratic republic and the constitution.