SOCIETY
Adverse weather disrupts flights at TIA, elsewhere
Adverse weather disrupts flights at TIA, elsewhere
The continuous rainfall has reduced visibility, impacting flights at Tribhuvan International Airport as well as other airports throughout the country, according to the airport authorities.
May 04, 2025
ECONOMY
Thulo Khola Hydroelectric Project (21.3 MW) nears completion
Thulo Khola Hydroelectric Project (21.3 MW) nears completion
The 21.3-megawatt Thulo Khola Hydroelectric Project is bracing for test production in Kuinemangle, Raghu Ganga Rural Municipality-8. United Energy Limited has completed the infrastructure work for the project, and the testing of machinery and equipment installed in the powerhouse and switchyard is u...
May 04, 2025
ECONOMY
Egg demand surges as summer heat slows production
Egg demand surges as summer heat slows production
Egg demand has surged as summer heat continues to reduce production. The high temperatures have made chickens eat less feed, which has led to smaller and fewer eggs.
May 04, 2025
Market
Gold price rises
Gold price rises
The Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association stated that the price of gold, which stood at Rs 183,500 per tola, rose to Rs 184,100 today.
May 04, 2025
WORLD
CRPF jawan sacked for hiding marriage to Pakistani woman, aiding visa overstay
CRPF jawan sacked for hiding marriage to Pakistani woman, ai...
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan has been dismissed from service with immediate effect for concealing his marriage to a Pakistani national and knowingly helping her stay in India beyond the validity of her visa, according to a report by India Today.
May 04, 2025
WORLD
U.S. approves 310 mln dollars of F-16 training package for Ukraine
U.S. approves 310 mln dollars of F-16 training package for U...
The U.S. State Department has approved an F-16 fighter jet training and sustainment package worth 310 million U.S. dollars for Ukraine, the Pentagon announced Friday.
May 04, 2025
SOCIETY
Rain causes one-way traffic on Suryabinayak–Sanga road
Rain causes one-way traffic on Suryabinayak–Sanga road
Continuous rainfall since last night has disrupted traffic on the Suryabinayak-Jagati section of the Araniko Highway in Bhaktapur, causing significant mobility issues.
May 04, 2025
Market
US Dollar remains stable
US Dollar remains stable
Nepal Rastra Bank has set the exchange rates for foreign currencies today. According to the fixed rates, the buying rate for one US dollar is Rs 135.04, while the selling rate is Rs 135.64, maintaining the same price as yesterday.
May 04, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal celebrates Compost Awareness Week
Nepal celebrates Compost Awareness Week
With the slogan 'Sustainable communities begin with compost,' Nepal Compost Awareness Week 2082 BS kicked off today with a series of events. The Nepal Compost Consortium is leading the week-long initiative, which brings together participants from composting, waste management, agriculture, rooftop fa...
May 04, 2025
SOCIETY
Bay of Bengal wind brings rain in several areas
Bay of Bengal wind brings rain in several areas
Different parts of the country, including the Kathmandu Valley and some hilly areas, have received rain since last night due to the influence of the westerly and local winds.
May 04, 2025