SOCIETY
Medical Education Council approves 1,394 additional seats for health education
Medical Education Council approves 1,394 additional seats fo...
Although medical education in Nepal covers 17 disciplines, the demand for MBBS and nursing remains highest domestically and internationally. Based on data from studies and research, Prime Minister Oli stated that 495 MBBS seats and 440 BSc Nursing seats have been added this year.
Aug 15, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepali death toll from toxic alcohol in Kuwait rises to 16
Nepali death toll from toxic alcohol in Kuwait rises to 16
At least 16 Nepali nationals have lost their lives in Kuwait after consuming toxic alcohol.
Aug 15, 2025
TECHNOLOGY, SOCIETY
Google launches street view in Nepal
Google launches street view in Nepal
Google has rolled out its Street View feature in Nepal, allowing anyone with a phone or computer to explore Kathmandu’s bustling alleys, the Terai’s plains and roads, snow-capped Himalayan peaks through immersive, 360-degree panoramas. Users can access the newest imagery by opening Googl...
Aug 15, 2025
WORLD
In Israel for first time, Nepali hostage's family ache for his return
In Israel for first time, Nepali hostage's family ache for h...
Soon after Palestinian militants kidnapped Joshi from a farm in southern Israel during Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, all trace of the agriculture student vanished, plunging his family into agonising turmoil thousands of miles away.
Aug 15, 2025
WORLD
Flash floods triggered by torrential rains kill over 200 people in India and Pakistan
Flash floods triggered by torrential rains kill over 200 peo...
Helicopter carrying relief supplies to flood-hit northwestern Pakistan crashes
Aug 15, 2025
POLITICS
Indian embassy celebrates 79th Independence Day in Kathmandu
Indian embassy celebrates 79th Independence Day in Kathmandu
Ambassador of India to Nepal, Naveen Shrivastav, hoisted the national flag, followed by a broadcast of President Droupadi Murmu’s address to the nation highlighting India’s progress since independence in 1947.
Aug 15, 2025
SOCIETY
Landslide blocks Kodari Highway; 600 containers stranded across Nepal-China border
Landslide blocks Kodari Highway; 600 containers stranded acr...
It has been 12 days since landslide debris blocked the way at Iku in Bhotekoshi rural municipality-2.
Aug 15, 2025
POLITICS
Speaker directs implementation of ‘cooling period’ removal investigation report
Speaker directs implementation of ‘cooling period’ removal i...
The Parliamentary Special Committee, formed to examine alleged tampering in the ‘Cooling Off Period’ provision of the Federal Civil Service Bill, 2080 BS, had previously submitted its findings to Speaker Ghimire.
Aug 15, 2025
POLITICS
NC revokes membership granted to fugitive accused of murdering Thaman BK
NC revokes membership granted to fugitive accused of murderi...
NC leadership has called for the Home Ministry’s attention to ensure he is brought under legal proceedings. The statement also noted that the party is seeking clarification from the individuals who facilitated Yadav’s entry into the party.
Aug 15, 2025
SOCIETY, DIASPORA
Nine Nepali nationals dead after toxic alcohol consumption in Kuwait
Nine Nepali nationals dead after toxic alcohol consumption i...
According to the embassy, more than 30 Nepalis are currently receiving treatment in various hospitals in Kuwait after falling ill after consuming toxic alcohol. Several of the patients are reported to be in critical condition.
Aug 15, 2025