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Dashain observances begin with jamara planting at Hanuman Dhoka
Ghatasthapana ceremonies marked the start of Bada Dashain on 11 October, including traditional jamara planting at Kathmandu’s Hanuman Dhoka.
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Nepal’s week in focus: party convention and Dashain travel preparations
A 11 October photo review documented political gatherings and the start of festival travel arrangements during the previous week.
Politics
Former King Gyanendra announces no public Dashain tika event
The former monarch’s secretariat said he would not hold a public tika and jamara ceremony on Vijaya Dashami this year.
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Bailey bridge preparations begin after Aarughat road link is lost
Road authorities were arranging temporary bridge components after Budhi Gandaki floodwaters destroyed a motorable crossing between Gorkha and Dhading.
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Nepal Army reports 36 rescues in Budhi Gandaki flood response
Army teams evacuated 36 people from four locations in flood-hit Gorkha on 11 October, according to a report citing the Nepali Army.