Radio Nepal reported that a woman in Baglung gave birth while being carried toward a health post after landslides blocked the road. The mother and newborn were reported safe.
9 OctNepal’s education minister said temporary learning centres, community-based education and counselling would support children before damaged schools are rebuilt. The report also mentions a scholarship scheme for children who lost parents; confirm implementation details with the ministry and affected schools.
9 OctGandaki Province has selected 11 community schools to establish science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics laboratories. Follow up with the province and schools on funding, installation dates and which students will be able to use the labs.
9 OctA new health centre has opened in Sekhuwa, Sakela Rural Municipality, reducing the need for residents to travel far for basic care. The municipality says it is the eighth community health unit it has established.
9 OctAathrai Rural Municipality has started a daily service between Sakranti Bazaar and Phidim, a roughly 35-kilometre route. Radio Nepal reports the fare is Rs 200, with free travel for children under five and adults over 70 and a discount for people with disabilities; reconfirm current operation and fares.
9 OctRepairs to a water-supply scheme in Baireni, Dhading, restored household service for 180 families, Radio Nepal reports. The Nepal Red Cross Society’s district chapter provided Rs 446,680 for the work.
9 OctIreland’s Roadmap for Social Inclusion 2026–2030 sets out a government plan covering income, employment, housing, education, health, transport, childcare and community supports. A follow-up should track measurable targets and progress rather than treating the launch as evidence that outcomes have already changed.
9 OctThe West Cork Feel Good Festival runs from 9–16 October with storytelling, music, film, cooking and wellbeing events across the region. The HSE says local organisations are partners; verify the programme because dates and venues can change.
9 OctA campaign supported by Tipperary Public Participation Network and See Her Elected is encouraging women to consider standing in the 2029 elections.
9 OctAn interview with Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland chair Richard Bruton argues that social enterprises need appropriate public support to deliver community benefits. Present this as his position and seek responses from relevant departments or other sector representatives for a fresh news report.
9 OctA Changing Ireland commentary uses Ireland’s EU Council presidency to highlight volunteering and social inclusion.
9 Oct“Off the Scéal” brings people together to perform short prose and poetry in English, Irish or other languages.
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