WORLD
India: Flash flood washes out Himalayan town, killing 4
India: Flash flood washes out Himalayan town, killing 4
Videos broadcast on Indian media showed a surge of muddy water sweeping away multi-storey apartment blocks in the tourist region of Dharali in Uttarakhand state.
Aug 05, 2025
SOCIETY
Authorities urge caution as water level rises in Mahakali River
Authorities urge caution as water level rises in Mahakali Ri...
The release of water from the dam, which began early Tuesday morning, has led to a rise in the water level of the Mahakali River. In response, the District Administration Offices of Darchula and Baitadi have urged people living along the riverbanks to remain alert.
Aug 05, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal sees less rain despite active monsoon season
Nepal sees less rain despite active monsoon season
"Rainfall is still below average, even though activities have increased nationwide in recent days."
Aug 05, 2025
Market
BYD breaks into Fortune Global 500 Top 100 at rank 91
BYD breaks into Fortune Global 500 Top 100 at rank 91
The company reported a record revenue of RMB 777.1 billion (USD 107.1 billion) for 2024, marking a 29% year-on-year growth. It also strengthened its position as the world’s leading new energy vehicle (NEV) manufacturer, selling 4.27 million NEVs which is a 41% rise compared to the previous yea...
Aug 05, 2025
Market
Trade volume shrinks to Rs 9.33 billion as NEPSE nosedives 41.78 points
Trade volume shrinks to Rs 9.33 billion as NEPSE nosedives 4...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Tuesday plummeted 41.78 points to close at 2,833.57 points.
Aug 05, 2025
Entertainment
Gen Z shift, high costs force UK nightclubs to reinvent
Gen Z shift, high costs force UK nightclubs to reinvent
Faced with Gen Z's shifting habits, rising costs, and post-Covid challenges, UK nightclubs are being forced to reinvent. With a third of venues shut since 2020, iconic clubs like Pryzm Kingston are downsizing or switching to alcohol-free events to stay relevant. Many young people now favour concerts...
Aug 05, 2025
SOCIETY
Two Indian nationals held with nearly 8 kilograms of heroin at TIA
Two Indian nationals held with nearly 8 kilograms of heroin...
In two separate incidents, the NCB seized a total of 7.8 kilograms of heroin, which is estimated to be worth millions in the international market.
Aug 05, 2025
SOCIETY
Man escapes from police custody in Kalikot
Man escapes from police custody in Kalikot
According to police, the youth had been detained for investigation in connection with drug abuse and fled around 3:30 PM on Monday.
Aug 05, 2025
POLITICS
Bagmati Province: UML finalizes names of ministers joining new govt
Bagmati Province: UML finalizes names of ministers joining n...
Among the six UML ministers, one has been reappointed, while the remaining five are new faces.
Aug 05, 2025
POLITICS
Indra Bahadur Baniya appointed Bagmati Province CM
Indra Bahadur Baniya appointed Bagmati Province CM
Nepali Congress (NC) Parliamentary Party leader Baniya assumed the office with the support of 64 lawmakers from the NC and CPN-UML in the 110-member provincial assembly.
Aug 05, 2025