WORLD
5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bay Of Bengal
5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Bay Of Bengal
An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 on the Richter scale struck the Bay of Bengal in the early hours of Tuesday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).
Feb 25, 2025
ECONOMY
SEBON asks stock market entities to exercise caution
SEBON asks stock market entities to exercise caution
The Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), by issuing a directive, has prohibited trading of stock owned by the institutions and individuals who are kept in sensitive lists by the United Nations (UN).
Feb 25, 2025
Market
US Dollar depreciates slightly
US Dollar depreciates slightly
The Nepal Rastra Bank has determined the exchange rates for foreign currencies today. According to the newly set rates, the value of the US dollar has slightly depreciated. The buying rate for one US dollar is Rs 138.42, and the selling rate is Rs 139.02. The buying rate for one euro is Rs 144.92, a...
Feb 25, 2025
Editorial
Protect Essence of Free Speech
Protect Essence of Free Speech
Fundamental rights are the backbone of a free society like ours because they offer citizens a range of freedoms and rights that help them lead meaningful, fulfilling lives. Every bona fide Nepali citizen is guaranteed all 31 of the fundamental rights enshrined in our Constitution, which is an outcom...
Feb 25, 2025
OPINION
Call for Reform in Divorce Law in Nepal
Call for Reform in Divorce Law in Nepal
Generalizing cases by assuming that victims are women only poses grievous perils to men who have been suffering at the hands of their wives.
Females today are financially independent, more educated, and increasingly aware of their rights. However, this awareness of rights seems to be a double-edged...
Feb 25, 2025
SOCIETY
Maha Kumbh pilgrims suffer from scabies, skin diseases
Maha Kumbh pilgrims suffer from scabies, skin diseases
Pilgrims returning from the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj are experiencing severe skin-related issues. Dermatologists in Ranchi have noticed a rise in cases of itching, red patches, rashes, and fungal infections among festival attendees.
Feb 25, 2025
SOCIETY
Court grants bail to student leaders accused of assaulting police personnel
Court grants bail to student leaders accused of assaulting p...
The Kathmandu District Court has ordered the release on bail of the student leaders arrested in the incident of beating up policemen in Thamel on February 6.
Feb 25, 2025
SOCIETY
Youths call for changes in education policy and curriculum to stop mass exodus
Youths call for changes in education policy and curriculum t...
Amid growing youth migration for better opportunities abroad, speakers at an event in Nepalgunj on Monday emphasized that ample opportunities exist within Nepal. They, however, stressed the need for changes in the education policy and curriculum to create a conducive environment for education and em...
Feb 25, 2025
SOCIETY
Patient dies due to inter-hospital commission ploy in Gaur, hospital operator absconding
Patient dies due to inter-hospital commission ploy in Gaur,...
A serious incident of blame game among government and private hospitals while handling a medical emergency case has come to light after a young man died during treatment in Gaur, Rautahat.
Feb 25, 2025
POLITICS
Govt instructs to halt construction works, invites agitating parties for talks
Govt instructs to halt construction works, invites agitating...
The government today invited the agitating parties to talks, temporarily halting construction of the cable car project in the Pathibhara (Mukkumlung) area of Taplejung.
Feb 25, 2025