POLITICS
Only handful people getting loans due to centralization of loan expansion: NRB Governor
Only handful people getting loans due to centralization of l...
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Governor Dr Biswo Nath Poudel has said that the loans offered by banks and financial institutions have become centralized and a large portion of the total circulating loans is going to a limited number of individuals and groups.
Jun 02, 2025
SOCIETY
First computerized knee replacement surgery in Nepal
First computerized knee replacement surgery in Nepal
With the introduction of this service, better outcomes are expected in knee and hip replacement surgeries compared to previous procedures, according to Dr Suman Babu Marahattha, an orthopedic and joint replacement specialist at the hospital.
Jun 02, 2025
ECONOMY
Public transport strike adversely affects tourism sector: NATTA
Public transport strike adversely affects tourism sector: NA...
The Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA) has expressed serious concern over the nationwide transport strike called by various transport entrepreneurs, stating that it has adversely affected the tourism industry.
Jun 02, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal’s Hindu population suffers decline as other faiths grow
Nepal’s Hindu population suffers decline as other faiths gro...
Although the Hindu population increased in raw numbers across all eight censuses, the percentage of Hindus relative to the total population has declined between 2048 BS and 2078 BS.
Jun 02, 2025
SOCIETY
Second round of talks begin between govt and transport operators
Second round of talks begin between govt and transport opera...
Gandaki Province had introduced a law allowing privately owned vehicles to operate as commercial transport under the guise of ride-sharing services. Protesting the law, public transport operators have halted both short- and long-distance services nationwide.
Jun 02, 2025
SOCIETY
15 arrested for enforcing transport strike across country
15 arrested for enforcing transport strike across country
According to Nepal Police spokesperson Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ramesh Thapa, they were taken into custody for obstructing transportation services.
Jun 02, 2025
POLITICS
Top leaders fail to reach consensus, parliamentary deadlock continues
Top leaders fail to reach consensus, parliamentary deadlock...
The discussion held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar aimed to resolve the ongoing parliamentary deadlock. However, no agreement was reached, according to Maoist Chief Whip Hit Raj Pandey.
Jun 02, 2025
SOCIETY
Govt fails to curb tobacco use despite calls for higher tax
Govt fails to curb tobacco use despite calls for higher tax
The government has failed to curb tobacco consumption by increasing excise duty as intended. Organizations working to control tobacco use, along with experts and the Ministry of Health and Population, urged the Ministry of Finance to raise taxes on tobacco products based on evidence.
Jun 02, 2025
SOCIETY
Sajha Yatayat operates under armed police protection amid transport strike in Kathmandu va...
Sajha Yatayat operates under armed police protection amid tr...
As public transport entrepreneurs continue their strike, causing hardship for passengers, Sajha Yatayat has started operating its buses under armed police protection. The company took this step to ensure service for commuters amid the disruption of public transport due to the ongoing protest.
Jun 02, 2025
Market
Daily turnover surges to Rs 9.22 billion as NEPSE inches up by 1.60 points
Daily turnover surges to Rs 9.22 billion as NEPSE inches up...
KATHMANDU, June 2: Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) increased by 1.60 points to close at 2,694.66 points on Monday.
Jun 02, 2025