SOCIETY
Rain clears air, pollution drops in Kathmandu
Rain clears air, pollution drops in Kathmandu
According to the Air Quality Index (AQI), Kathmandu, which was the most polluted city in the world until Wednesday, dropped to the 15th spot by Thursday evening. The city's overall AQI was recorded at 94.
Apr 11, 2025
ECONOMY
BFIs’ private sector loans reach 5.7 percent
BFIs’ private sector loans reach 5.7 percent
Banks and financial institutions (BFIs) posted a modest rise in private sector lending in the first eight months of the current fiscal year, driven mainly by higher borrowing for consumer goods and share investment.
Apr 11, 2025
POLITICS
Durga Prasai arrested in India
Durga Prasai arrested in India
KATHMANDU, April 10: Durga Prasai, who led the violent protest on March 28 demanding the restoration of monarchy, has been arrested in India.
Apr 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Cyber Bureau urges public to be cautious of online scams
Cyber Bureau urges public to be cautious of online scams
The bureau specifically advised the public not to click on or install software from suspicious links.
Apr 10, 2025
WORLD
Pakistan to send delegation to the US for tariff negotiations
Pakistan to send delegation to the US for tariff negotiation...
However, the US president said late Wednesday that he would hold off their imposition for 90 days, though all countries would still face a baseline rate of 10 percent.
Apr 10, 2025
WORLD
Japan 'strongly' demands US reviews other tariffs
Japan 'strongly' demands US reviews other tariffs
Trump's announcement last week of sweeping "reciprocal" tariffs for a slew of countries included a 24-percent levy on imports from Japan, the world number four economy.
Apr 10, 2025
POLITICS
Is Kulman Ghising joining politics? (Interview)
Is Kulman Ghising joining politics? (Interview)
After his removal, Ghising knocked on the doors of the Supreme Court, but when the court did not rule in his favor, he held a press conference and announced that he would take some time to decide on his next steps. Most of the people have suggested him to join politics.
Apr 10, 2025
ECONOMY
Germany's Charge d' Affaires calls on Energy Minister Khadka
Germany's Charge d' Affaires calls on Energy Minister Khadka
Energy Minister Khadka thanked the German government for its support to Nepal's hydropower sector and in the field of alternative and renewable energy.
Apr 10, 2025
ECONOMY
China Southern Airlines optimizes flight layout to promote Nepal-China cooperation
China Southern Airlines optimizes flight layout to promote N...
From April 10 to May, daytime flights will operate four times a week - on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. From June to August, daytime flights will be reduced to two times a week - on Sunday and Thursday. From September to October, daytime flights will resume daily.
Apr 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Rain obstructs Butwal-Narayanghat road
Rain obstructs Butwal-Narayanghat road
Superintendent of Police Yadav Dhakal from Nawalparasi District Police Office said the road has been obstructed due to rain at Daunne of Binayi Triveni Rural Municipality-2.
Apr 10, 2025