Frist IED explosion in UN Preneses in Nepal

There was an IED explosion in the office premises of OHCHR in Nepalgunj on 13th Feb, evening. No damage and casualty was reported form the explosion. A leaflet of ‘Bhishan Himali Bagh’ (new revolutionary group) was found at the place of explosion. According to this leaflet, it is a Hindu Fundamentalist group and also pro-king. They have given ultimatum of two moths for their demands to be fulfilled. They have mentioned that the security of the CA members will be at risk if their demands are not addressed within the stipulated time. Their demands are as follows:
(1) Nepal be re-established as a Hindu state;
(2) Declare election-regions on geographical basis;
(3) Release all rivers and streams from the grips of the foreigners;
(4) Take strict actions against those groups or organisations involved in conversion of religion;
(5) Open all northern trade passes;
(6) Withdraw Citizenship Act-2063 (BS);
(7) Impose entry restriction to foreigners without permission letters;

China pledges military support worth Rs 207 million

A high Chinese defense official on Sunday announced that China will provide Nepal with non-lethal military support worth Rs 207 million.
Visiting Deputy Chief of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Lieutenant General Ma Xiaotian pledged the support to Defense Minister Ram Bahadur Thapa in the capital today.
In the meeting held at the Ministry of Defense, Nepali Defense Minister Thapa and Lieutenant General Ma Xiaotian signed an agreement on this effect.
"The agreement has been made in a way not to affect the ongoing peace process in the country," said Minister Thapa, emerging from the meeting.
The defense minister further said that China is willing to help Nepal in the army integration.
Mentioning China expressed its commitment not to interfere with internal affairs of Nepal, Minister Thapa added, "They are ready to support Nepal to maintain national integrity and unity." Moreover, the visiting Chinese official praised Nepal's 'One-China Policy', according to Minister Thapa.
The meeting discussed the ongoing peace process, border security and mutual benefits between two neighbouring countries.
The high-level Chinese delegation is scheduled to visit Pokhara later today.
Following the high-profile visit of Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi to Nepal, the Chinese delegation led by deputy chief of the Chinese PLA had arrived here in the capital on Saturday to discuss military support and security.

Nepali young engineers successfully test-fly an ultralight plane

In a historic occasion, an ultralight aircraft built by Nepali engineering students has conducted a successful test flight, Saturday, in Pokhara.
The group of students of Pulchowk Engineering Campus led by Bikas Parajuli and Ganeshram Sinkeman had built the aircraft, which flew four times – each time for less than a minute as prescribed by the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN).
The aircraft was flown by Russian pilot Alexander Maximov of Avia Club.
The aircraft is fitted with Austrian engine while other parts and technologies used are indigenous.
After the successful flight, Parajuli said, "Seeing it fly, I feel my dreams have come true."
The students had to run from pillar to post for years to obtain permission from CAAN to conduct test flight.
The builders have said that the aircraft can fly for two hours at the speed of 100 kmph and at the altitude of 6000 feet.
The builders have named their aircraft 'Danfe.

A Maoist minister sees the need to dissolve YCL and Youth Force

A Maoist leader and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Hisila Yami
A Maoist leader and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Hisila Yami has said that the youth wings of her party the Young Communist League (YCL) and that of UML, the Youth Force should be dissolved.
Addressing the Bhedetar festival in Dhankuta, Saturday, Minister Yami said, "Their current activities have led to increased anarchy. It is necessary to dissolve them to maintain peace."
She said that at a time when youths should have worked together to build nation, they are engaged in clashes.
Referring to the trend of other parties, too, floating the youth wings, she said that none of such wings are necessary that could jeopardize the peace

Barak own

US has first African American as President, catholic as Vice-Prez.Overcoming their nation’s torturous racial history, American voters overwhelmingly elected Barack Obama as the first black president of the United States, turning to the inspiring young senator as their best hope to revive a country weary from economic turmoil and war.Obama tore up the US political map as he defeated John McCain, the veteran Republican senator who had struggled in vain to distance himself from George W Bush’s unpopular presidency. Obama captured states once seen as Republican strongholds, including Florida, Indiana and Virginia, while defending all traditionally Democratic states.The election of Obama, the son of black Kenyan man and a white Kansan woman, is a remarkable turning point for a nation that denied the vote to many African Americans just decades ago.“If there is anyone out there who still doubts that America is a place where all things are possible; who still wonders if the dream of our founders is alive in our time; who still questions the power of our democracy, tonight is your answer,” Obama said at a victory rally before more than 100,000 supporters in Chicago’s Grant Park. After almost two years of campaigning on a theme of hope and change, Obama told the crowd, “Change has come to America.”Obama scored a decisive win the in the electoral vote, the state-by-state tally that determines the winner. Needing 270 votes to claim the presidency, Obama had 349 to McCain’s 163, with Missouri and North Carolina too close to call.By comparison, Bush won the White House twice, and never tallied more than 286 electoral votes. The largely symbolic popular vote was much closer: Obama had 52 per cent to 46 per cent.Voter turnout, still being counted, was expected to shatter records. The race was the most rivetting in memory, and certainly the longest and most expensive. Obama and McCain had been on the campaign train for almost two years.McCain called his former rival to concede defeat and mark the end of his own 10-year quest for the White House. “This is an historic election, and I recognise the special significance it has for African-Americans and the special pride that must be theirs tonight,” McCain told supporters in Arizona.“These are difficult times for our country. And I pledge to him tonight to do all in my power to help him lead us through the many challenges we face.” Bush added his congratulations from the White House and promised a smooth transition.“What an awesome night for you,” he told Obama, who picked a seasoned Senate veteran, Joseph Biden of Delaware, as his running mate. Biden will be the first Roman Catholic vice president.Vital stats•Obama secured 349 electoral votes to McCain’s 163•Popular vote was much closer: Obama 52 pc; McCain 46 per cent•Obama earned 62.98 million votes nationwide and McCain, 55.78 million