ECONOMY
Koshi Province launches Udaya Guarantee and Challenge Funds to boost SME financing
Koshi Province launches Udaya Guarantee and Challenge Funds...
In an effort to strengthen small and medium enterprise (SME) financing and promote economic growth, the Koshi Province Government on Monday launched the Udaya Guarantee Fund and Udaya Challenge Fund. These funds aim to provide loan guarantees for SMEs, reducing lending risks for banks and financial...
Mar 25, 2025
WORLD
US, Russia conclude marathon Ukraine war dialogues
US, Russia conclude marathon Ukraine war dialogues
United States and Russian negotiators meeting in Saudi Arabia’s capital, Riyadh, have concluded a 12-hour round of talks aimed at securing a partial ceasefire in Ukraine, Al Jazeera reported.
Mar 25, 2025
BLOG
Time to think outside the box
Time to think outside the box
In the last few weeks the country has seen an intense debate about a possible comeback of the monarchy. As many analysts and observers have already highlighted, despite the hype and rumors, there is no immediate nor medium term risk of collapse of the “republican order”.
Mar 25, 2025
Market
Nepal's all-electric pickup Riddara RD6 4WD unveiled
Nepal's all-electric pickup Riddara RD6 4WD unveiled
Nepal's fully electric pickup truck, the Riddara RD6 4WD, was unveiled on Monday at an event in Hattiban Resort, Pharping, allowing participants to test its off-road performance. The vehicle, introduced by CG Motors, features an all-electric platform with an emphasis on off-road capability.
Mar 25, 2025
WORLD
Secret US military plans leaked on group chat
Secret US military plans leaked on group chat
The White House on Monday confirmed that top Trump administration officials inadvertently included a journalist in a group chat about US military plans, Deutsche Welle reported.
Mar 25, 2025
SPORTS
Delhi secures thrilling one-wicket victory over Lucknow
Delhi secures thrilling one-wicket victory over Lucknow
Delhi Capitals pulled off a thrilling one-wicket victory over Lucknow SuperGiants in the fourth match of IPL 2025. Batting first on Monday, Lucknow set a target of 209 runs, losing eight wickets in 20 overs.
Mar 25, 2025
WORLD
EU top diplomat: Israel strikes on Syria, Lebanon 'risk further escalation'
EU top diplomat: Israel strikes on Syria, Lebanon 'risk furt...
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warned on Monday during a visit to Jerusalem that Israeli strikes on Syria and Lebanon threatened to worsen the situation.
Mar 25, 2025
OPINION
Glacier Preservation: Securing Our Water Future
Glacier Preservation: Securing Our Water Future
Water is deeply connected with human culture, traditions, social values and life itself. It is essential to human survival, shaping civilizations and sustaining ecosystems. From birth rituals to death rites, water plays a critical role in connecting people to the land and each other.
Mar 25, 2025
Market
Value of US Dollar declines compared to previous day
Value of US Dollar declines compared to previous day
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has determined the foreign exchange rates for today, with the US dollar's value declining compared to the previous day. According to the central bank, one US dollar is being bought at Rs 136.72 and sold at Rs 137.32.
Mar 25, 2025
SOCIETY
Clear weather likely in most parts
Clear weather likely in most parts
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has predicted a partial influence of westerly and local winds across the country. While hilly areas remain partly cloudy, the rest of the country is experiencing clear weather.
Mar 25, 2025