SOCIETY
Former King returning to Kathmandu today, security tightened
Former King returning to Kathmandu today, security tightened
Former King Gyanendra Shah will return to Kathmandu from Pokhara today. His supporters have prepared for a grand welcome, prompting authorities to tighten security in Kathmandu.
Mar 09, 2025
SPORTS
Nepal loses to Namibia by 6 wickets
Nepal loses to Namibia by 6 wickets
Namibia defeated Nepal by six wickets in the first match of the Women's Day Cup T20I cricket tournament, which began in Uganda on Saturday.
Mar 09, 2025
SOCIETY
30 years of Beijing Declaration: Progress in women’s political representation, legal right...
30 years of Beijing Declaration: Progress in women’s politic...
The 30-year review report of the Beijing Declaration highlights significant progress regarding women’s political representation, girls' education, and legal rights.
Mar 09, 2025
POLITICS
Minister Pandey strives to return Nepali palm-leaf manuscripts from Germany
Minister Pandey strives to return Nepali palm-leaf manuscrip...
Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation Badri Prasad Pandey has initiated efforts to bring back palm-leaf manuscripts from abroad.
Mar 09, 2025
WORLD
Syria forces battle Assad loyalists
Syria forces battle Assad loyalists
Syria’s interim government has sent reinforcements to coastal cities in the country’s northwest where security forces have been engaged in heavy battles with fighters loyal to former ruler Bashar al-Assad, Al Jazeera reported.
Mar 09, 2025
SPORTS
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final: India and New Zealand square off for glory in Dubai
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final: India and New Zealand squar...
The last time India and New Zealand met in a final of an ICC white-ball tournament the world of cricket was far different. That competition was called ICC Knockouts, One-Day Internationals ruled the sport’s landscape, cricket in the Middle East just meant Sharjah and T20 was still three years...
Mar 09, 2025
WORLD
Russian assault kills 25 in Ukraine
Russian assault kills 25 in Ukraine
At least 25 people have died in Ukraine in the latest wave of Russian strikes, Ukrainian officials say, as the conflict shows no sign of easing, BBC reported.
Mar 09, 2025
Market
Euro touches Rs 151.14, US dollar Rs 139.30
Euro touches Rs 151.14, US dollar Rs 139.30
Nepal Rastra Bank has determined the foreign exchange rates for today. According to the central bank, the buying rate for one US dollar is Rs 138.70, while the selling rate is Rs 139.30.
Mar 09, 2025
WORLD
South Korea’s impeached President Yoon released from prison
South Korea’s impeached President Yoon released from prison
South Korea’s impeached conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol was released from prison on Saturday, a day after a Seoul court canceled his arrest to allow him to stand trial for rebellion without being detained.
Mar 09, 2025
Editorial
Take Urgent Measures to Curb Smuggling of Pangolins
Take Urgent Measures to Curb Smuggling of Pangolins
It is concerning to learn that pangolins, which are often overlooked due to their nocturnal nature and elusive behavior, are facing an unprecedented crisis. The recent arrest of two individuals in Kathmandu with 770 grams of pangolin scales—ironically, on the eve of World Wildlife Day 2025&mda...
Mar 09, 2025