WORLD
India says 420m pilgrims have visited Hindu mega-festival
India says 420m pilgrims have visited Hindu mega-festival
The Kumbh Mela, a six-week-long Hindu celebration of prayer and bathing held every 12 years in the northern city of Prayagraj, has more than two weeks yet to run, ending on February 26.
Feb 07, 2025
POLITICS
Ex-NPC Vice Chair Paudel proposes abolishing Infrastructure Ministry
Ex-NPC Vice Chair Paudel proposes abolishing Infrastructure...
Former Vice Chairman of the National Planning Commission and economist Dr Bishwo Paudel has urged the government to abolish the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport.
Feb 07, 2025
ECONOMY
Only 25.70% of budget spent on National Pride Projects
Only 25.70% of budget spent on National Pride Projects
The National Pride Projects in Nepal, intended to enhance public services and stimulate economic growth, have shown disappointing progress. Even with government funding and resources, these projects haven’t met expectations.
Feb 07, 2025
SOCIETY
CIAA files fifth case against Sunil Paudel
CIAA files fifth case against Sunil Paudel
The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) filed a fifth corruption case against suspended Nepal Telecom Managing Director Sunil Paudel. On Thursday, the CIAA accused Paudel of violating Section 3(1) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2002, and demanded a restitution of Rs 3...
Feb 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Mother, daughter found hanging in Kailali
Mother, daughter found hanging in Kailali
A mother and daughter were found hanging in Godavari Municipality-11, Kailali. Mira Kami, 24, and her two-year-old daughter, Prinsi Kami, were found hanging in their room.
Feb 07, 2025
Market
Gold price decreases by Rs 400 per tola
Gold price decreases by Rs 400 per tola
The gold price has been set at Rs 168,100 per tola, marking a decrease from Rs 168,500 per tola on Thursday.
Feb 07, 2025
SOCIETY
One dead, 5 injured in Sindhuli road accident
One dead, 5 injured in Sindhuli road accident
A person died and five others were injured in a car accident at Golanjor Municipality-5 in Sindhuli district along the BP Highway this morning. The car was heading to Kathmandu from Jhapa.
Feb 07, 2025
SPORTS
Triangular Women's T20 Cricket: Nepal to face Thailand today
Triangular Women's T20 Cricket: Nepal to face Thailand today
Nepal will be aiming for a consolation win by defeating Thailand. A comprehensive win would also give the Netherlands a chance to win the title. The team that wins the most points or games by the end of the series will be the winner.
Feb 07, 2025
ECONOMY
Remittance inflow reaches Rs 763 billion in six months
Remittance inflow reaches Rs 763 billion in six months
Nepal received Rs 763.08 billion in remittances during the first six months of the current fiscal year. The Ministry of Finance reported a 4.1 percent increase in remittance inflow (in Nepali currency) in its mid-term budget review report.
Feb 07, 2025
DIASPORA
Nepal embassy urges Nepalis not to enter Ukraine
Nepal embassy urges Nepalis not to enter Ukraine
The Nepali Embassy in Germany has urged Nepali citizens to avoid entering war-torn Ukraine under any circumstances.
Feb 07, 2025