SOCIETY
133 tuberculosis cases detected in Gorkha in eight months
133 tuberculosis cases detected in Gorkha in eight months
Health authorities have identified a total of 133 tuberculosis cases across Gorkha district in the past eight months. From mid-July to mid-February of the current fiscal year, tuberculosis cases were detected in all 11 local units of the district.
Mar 24, 2025
SOCIETY
370 punished over passenger harassment complaints
370 punished over passenger harassment complaints
Police have taken action against 370 individuals for harassing passengers inside the New Bus Park in Gongabu.
Mar 24, 2025
SOCIETY
World TB Day being observed today
World TB Day being observed today
The World Tuberculosis (TB) Day is being observed today by organising a variety of programmes. Every year, 24 March is marked as World TB Day to amplify the urgency of ending tuberculosis (TB), one of the world’s deadliest infectious disease. TB continues to devastate millions globally,...
Mar 24, 2025
WORLD
Israel’s war on Gaza has killed 50,000 Palestinians since October 2023
Israel’s war on Gaza has killed 50,000 Palestinians since Oc...
The number of Palestinians killed since Israel launched its war on Gaza in October 2023 has crossed 50,000, according to health officials, as reported by Al Jazeera.
Mar 24, 2025
SOCIETY
Weather to remain partly cloudy today
Weather to remain partly cloudy today
The weather is expected to remain partly cloudy to clear across the country today. This is due to the partial influence of westerly winds and local winds, says the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.
Mar 24, 2025
Market
Exchange rate of US dollar remains stable
Exchange rate of US dollar remains stable
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has announced the foreign exchange rates for today. The exchange rate of the US dollar remains stable. According to the central bank, the buying rate for one US dollar is Rs 137.26, while the selling rate is Rs 137.86.
Mar 24, 2025
SOCIETY
Fire engulfs plywood factory in Dang
Fire engulfs plywood factory in Dang
A fire engulfed Shangri-La Plywood Factory in Khaira, Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City-9, around 2 am last night and continues to rage uncontrolled.
Mar 24, 2025
SPORTS
Chennai Super Kings defeat Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets
Chennai Super Kings defeat Mumbai Indians by 4 wickets
Chennai Super Kings secured a 4-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians in the third match of the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Playing at Chepauk Stadium on Sunday, Chennai successfully chased down the target by scoring 158/6 in 19.1 overs.
Mar 24, 2025
Editorial
A Boost to MCC Programs
A Boost to MCC Programs
Many Nepalis breathed a sigh of relief after the US government nodded the continuation of the projects under Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Nepal Compact. While a broader review of foreign aid continues, the US government has approved the resumption of some MCC Compact programs that ha...
Mar 24, 2025
ECONOMY
Chobhar Dry Port sees increase in imports but no exports
Chobhar Dry Port sees increase in imports but no exports
Despite having the necessary infrastructure and workforce, traders prefer other entry points due to convenience, according to officials from the Nepal Intermodal Transport Development Board which handles the dry port.
Mar 24, 2025