गृहपृष्ठ ∕ Nepal ∕ Press Union demands thorough investigation into journalist Baniya demise Nepal Press Union demands thorough investigation into journalist Baniya demise KathmanduPati August 13, 2020 Kathmandu- Nepal Press Union(NPU) has demanded thorough investigation into the circumstances leading to the death of Assistant Editor of the Kantipur daily, Balaram Baniya. Issuing a condolence message on Wednesday, General-secretary Ajaya Babu Shiwakoti has called for carrying out in-depth investigation into all aspects associated with the demise of Baniya and revealing the truth to the public. “It has not been ascertained whether it was accidental, suicidal or murder. Baniya was found dead with severe injuries on his face. Police should undertake fair and in-depth investigation into the incident and bring the truth to the public”, general-secretary said. The NPU has said it was deeply saddened by the passing away of Baniya who was also the former central secretary of the Federation of Nepali Journalist and central council member of the NPU. NPU has paid homage to journalist Baniya and expressed deep condolence to the grief-stricken family members at the difficult time. Write your comments RELATED NEWS Efforts launched to collect bodies of Russian climbers Dadeldhura bus accident: Death toll reaches five, 12 critically injured… Nepal condemns Israeli attacks against peacekeepers in Lebanon Dashain holidays conclude: govt offices reopen today Around 100 thousand people leave Kathmandu Valley daily for home Five sections of different highways completely obstructed: one way traffic… Top Headlines Nepal, India sign long-term agreement on electricity export, materializing MoU reached during PM’s visit1 NC, Maoist Centre discuss about NA election2 Dhakal recommended as SC chief registrar3 1.3 kilos of gold confiscated from TIA4 President expresses concern over ’emptying’ villages for lack of employment opportunities5 PM Dahal stresses on developing innovative agricultural system6 Govt. forms former-judge Poudel led probe commission to investigate Balkumari incident7 Manpower agency owner arrested for cheating more than Rs 1.9 million8 TRENDING Bamdev Gautam’s appointment as National Assembly member challenged in Supreme Court The origins of MCC and its future in Nepal ‘Visit Sauraha campaign’ to attract tourists New IGP Kshetri sets new police force reforms into motion Novak Djokovic disqualified from the US Open for hitting line judge Karnali’s Chief Minister Shahi averts no-confidence motion following agreement with Madhav Kumar Nepal-led faction Preparation underway to open religious shrines from October 17: Minister Bhattarai How to learn online