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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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...

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

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.

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

Mar 24, 2025

OPINION

Nepal's Political Dilemma

Nepal's Political Dilemma

Despite the shift to a republic, many Nepali citizens remain disillusioned with the functioning of the country’s democratic system. The democratic transition promised a more inclusive and participatory system of governance, yet the results have been far from satisfactory.

Despite the shift to a republic, many Nepali citizens remain disillusioned with the functioning of the country’s democratic system. The democratic transition promised a more inclusive and participatory system of governance, yet the results have been far from satisfactory.

Mar 24, 2025

Mar 24, 2025

ECONOMY

Over 6.65 million now in Nepal’s tax bracket as taxpayer base expands

Over 6.65 million now in Nepal’s tax bracket as taxpayer bas...

The number of taxpayers who have taken permanent account numbers (PAN) has reached 6,659,836, with a notable number of individuals and companies registering in the government tax system.

The number of taxpayers who have taken permanent account numbers (PAN) has reached 6,659,836, with a notable number of individuals and companies registering in the government tax system.

Mar 24, 2025

Mar 24, 2025

POLITICS

NC leadership divided over Chief Whip Ghimire’s remarks on prostitution

NC leadership divided over Chief Whip Ghimire’s remarks on p...

Lawmakers of the ruling Nepali Congress have sought action against the party’s Chief Whip Shyam Kumar Ghimire for his controversial appeal for legalizing prostitution in Nepal during a meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) held on March 16. 

Lawmakers of the ruling Nepali Congress have sought action against the party’s Chief Whip Shyam Kumar Ghimire for his controversial appeal for legalizing prostitution in Nepal during a meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) held on March 16. 

Mar 24, 2025

Mar 23, 2025

SOCIETY

Tanker kills two children, sparks unrest in Banke

Tanker kills two children, sparks unrest in Banke

The incident occurred at Betahani Chowk when a tanker with registration number Bhe 1 Kha 4107 fatally struck 8-year-old Bishal Godiya and 9-year-old Shiu Kumar Godiya, according to Banke police.

The incident occurred at Betahani Chowk when a tanker with registration number Bhe 1 Kha 4107 fatally struck 8-year-old Bishal Godiya and 9-year-old Shiu Kumar Godiya, according to Banke police.

Mar 23, 2025

Mar 23, 2025

SOCIETY

Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu marks 85th National Day

Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu marks 85th National Day

Likewise, Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif highlighted the historical significance of March 23, recalling the Lahore Resolution of 1940, which led to the creation of Pakistan in 1947, the press release said. He praised the role of Pakistan’s armed forces in safeguarding national sovereig...

Likewise, Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif highlighted the historical significance of March 23, recalling the Lahore Resolution of 1940, which led to the creation of Pakistan in 1947, the press release said. He praised the role of Pakistan’s armed forces in safeguarding national sovereig...

Mar 23, 2025