POLITICS, Latest Updates
Nation in crisis due to President Bhandari: Koirala
Nation in crisis due to President Bhandari: Koirala
SUNSARI, Feb 16: Dr Shekar Koirala, one of the key leaders of Nepali Congress, has said that the nation is facing a crisis due to an irresponsible move taken by President Bidya Devi Bhandari irrespective of her dignity and position.
Feb 16, 2021
WORLD
Iraq rocket attack hits U.S. forces, killing contractor
Iraq rocket attack hits U.S. forces, killing contractor
ERBIL, Feb 16: A rocket attack on U.S.-led forces in northern Iraq on Monday killed a civilian contractor and injured a U.S. service member, the U.S. coalition in Iraq said, in the deadliest such attack in almost a year.
Feb 16, 2021
ECONOMY
Fewa Lake’s new area is 5.72 square kilometers
Fewa Lake’s new area is 5.72 square kilometers
POKHARA, Feb 16: A demarcation committee has prepared a report stating that the new area of Fewa Lake is 5.72 square kilometers (11,255 ropanis).
Feb 16, 2021
SOCIETY, Latest Updates
Nepalis pray for health and wisdom as coronavirus curtails crowds at festival
Nepalis pray for health and wisdom as coronavirus curtails c...
KATHMANDU, Feb 16: Amid sparser crowds than usual, mask-wearing worshippers offered prayers to Hindu goddess of education Saraswati in annual celebrations in Nepal on Tuesday - this year seeking safety from the coronavirus pandemic as well as greater wisdom.
Feb 16, 2021
WORLD
UN warns Myanmar against harsh response to protesters
UN warns Myanmar against harsh response to protesters
NEW YORK, Feb 16: The United Nations special envoy has warned Myanmar’s army of “severe consequences” for any harsh response to protesters demonstrating against this month’s coup in a call with the military leadership, a U.N. spokesman said.
Feb 16, 2021
SOCIETY, SPECIAL, PHOTO FEATURE/Video
IN PICS: Saraswati Puja celebration amid COVID-19 Pandemic
IN PICS: Saraswati Puja celebration amid COVID-19 Pandemic
KATHMANDU, Feb 16: Devotees flock to Saraswati temple on Saraswati Puja, also known as Basanta Panchami.
Feb 16, 2021
WORLD
South Korea reaches deals to buy more COVID-19 vaccines for 23 million people
South Korea reaches deals to buy more COVID-19 vaccines for...
SEOUL, Feb 16: South Korea has arranged to buy coronavirus vaccines for 23 million more people, its prime minister said on Tuesday, a day after authorities decided to scale back initial vaccination plans, citing delays and efficacy concerns.
Feb 16, 2021
OPINION
Nepal’s unreliable vision for seeds
Nepal’s unreliable vision for seeds
Availability of good quality seeds is a prerequisite to increase crop production. But seed supply system of Nepal is not reliable and farmers have always complained about unavailability of quality seeds.
Feb 16, 2021
OPINION
Let’s get real about AI
Let’s get real about AI
This is an exciting time for AI. But that is all the more reason to remain realistic about the field’s future.
Feb 16, 2021
ECONOMY
Himalaya Airlines to operate three flights a week to Dubai
Himalaya Airlines to operate three flights a week to Dubai
KATHMANDU, Feb 16: Himalaya Airlines will operate its flight to Dubai three times a week.
Feb 16, 2021