ECONOMY
Banks to invest Rs 26 billion in two hydropower projects
Banks to invest Rs 26 billion in two hydropower projects
The 49.95 MW Danakhola Hydropower Project, promoted by Lalu Pate Hydropower Company, secured Rs 9.96 billion in investments, with Rs 740 million of the shares earmarked for project-affected locals. The remaining Rs 1.74 billion will be invested by the operators and promoters.
Jan 08, 2025
PHOTO FEATURE/Video, SPECIAL
Chaku producers busy in Chaku production and distribution in Tokha (Photo Feature)
Chaku producers busy in Chaku production and distribution in...
Currently, Chaku production and distribution are concentrated in wards 2 and 3 of Tokha Municipality, which also includes Tokha's old market area. Chaku produced in Tokha is sold not only in the Kathmandu Valley's markets such as Ason, Indra Chowk, Bhaktapur, Patan, and Kirtipur but also in cities o...
Jan 08, 2025
POLITICS
UML decides to further strengthen trust and understanding with NC
UML decides to further strengthen trust and understanding wi...
The ongoing Central Committee meeting of the ruling CPN-UML concluded on Tuesday, passing a 14-point resolution addressing current political as well as other issues.
Jan 08, 2025
POLITICS
Maoist to hold General Convention by November
Maoist to hold General Convention by November
During the meeting, two different opinions emerged regarding the timing of the general convention. Some leaders pushed for an immediate special general convention, while others advocated for launching a campaign first and deciding the convention date later.
Jan 08, 2025
SOCIETY
Health Insurance Reform Committee’s report proposes health insurance coverage for all citi...
Health Insurance Reform Committee’s report proposes health i...
The Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) recently formed a Health Insurance Reform Committee to improve health insurance and enhance citizens' access to healthcare services. The committee has submitted its report, sparking growing interest in how it will address the issues in health insurance.
Jan 08, 2025
POLITICS
PM Oli honors medal-winning athletes of international competitions
PM Oli honors medal-winning athletes of international compet...
Appreciating the athletes for promoting the country’s prestige on the international stage through sports, PM Oli encouraged them to compete with a high spirit and determination, emphasizing that victory is achievable.
Jan 07, 2025
POLITICS
Maoist Center leader Janardan Sharma proposes electing party chairman through electoral pr...
Maoist Center leader Janardan Sharma proposes electing party...
CPN (Maoist Center) Deputy General Secretary Janardan Sharma has proposed electing the party chairman through an electoral process.
Jan 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Tourism Minister gives one-month ultimatum to NAC chief to resolve problems
Tourism Minister gives one-month ultimatum to NAC chief to r...
Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Badri Prasad Pandey has given a one-month ultimatum to Yuvraj Adhikari, executive chairman of Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), to address the problems of the state-owned airline company.
Jan 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Frequent tremors do not foretell major earthquake risk: Seismologist
Frequent tremors do not foretell major earthquake risk: Seis...
“The aftershocks of earthquakes occurring in the area indicate that seismic energy is accumulating there. If minor earthquakes continue, there is a possibility of a major earthquake in the future,” he said, “However, as of now, it is not possible to predict when an earthquake might...
Jan 07, 2025
ECONOMY
Rasuwagadhi border remains open as 20 containers of Chinese goods enter Nepal post-earthqu...
Rasuwagadhi border remains open as 20 containers of Chinese...
The Rasuwagadhi and Kerung border points have remained open despite the powerful earthquake in China. The Rasuwagadhi Customs Office reported that no damage reports have been received from the Kerung side so far, and cargo containers continue to flow into Nepal.
Jan 07, 2025