ECONOMY
Investment for Betan Karnali semi-reservoir-based hydro project approved
Investment for Betan Karnali semi-reservoir-based hydro proj...
In this connection, the Board has decided to form a talks committee for the Project Development Agreement (PDA) by channelizing an estimated investment of Rs 93 billion and 407.6 million.
Nov 20, 2025
WORLD
Trump signs bill ordering to release Epstein files
Trump signs bill ordering to release Epstein files
Trump had earlier resisted making the documents public, though he shifted course after pressure from Epstein’s victims and from lawmakers in his own party. His backing helped the measure glide through both the House of Representatives and the Senate on Tuesday, the BBC said.
Nov 20, 2025
SOCIETY
Minister Kharel directs to enlist all employees under SSF
Minister Kharel directs to enlist all employees under SSF
Minister Kharel issued the directive during the first quarter review of fiscal year 2082/83 BS and the Development Action Committee meeting organised at the Ministry on Wednesday.
Nov 20, 2025
SPORTS
NPL 2025: Lumbini to face Chitwan today
NPL 2025: Lumbini to face Chitwan today
This will be the first match of the tournament for Lumbini, led by Rohit Poudel, who is also the captain of the National Men's Cricket team of the country. Meanwhile, Chitwan Rhinos, led by Kushal Malla, is playing its second match. In the first match, Chitwan defeated Karnali Yaks by 4 wickets to c...
Nov 20, 2025
WORLD
India's Bollywood battles paid reviews and fake sale claims
India's Bollywood battles paid reviews and fake sale claims
Streaming platforms have disrupted traditional cinema but industry veterans say Bollywood's woes are also self-inflicted -- including the trend to declare a film a "hit" even before its release.
Nov 20, 2025
POLITICS
Parties urge govt to create conducive environment for elections
Parties urge govt to create conducive environment for electi...
Party leaders participating in a meeting called by Prime Minister Sushila Karki at Singha Durbar on Wednesday have urged the government to create a favourable environment for the March 5 elections.
Nov 20, 2025
ECONOMY
MCC Nepal Compact receiving additional grant of $50 million
MCC Nepal Compact receiving additional grant of $50 million
With the added amount of grant, the total available funding under the Compact has reached $747 million (Rs 106 billion), with $550 million from the USA and $197 million from the Government of Nepal.
Nov 20, 2025
ECONOMY
Investment Board approves Rs 93.40 billion cost for Betan Karnali semi-reservoir project
Investment Board approves Rs 93.40 billion cost for Betan Ka...
In its 67th meeting held on Wednesday, the board led by Prime Minister Sushila Karki endorsed the projected investment of Rs 93.4076 billion for the semi-reservoir hydropower project, according to the IBN.
Nov 20, 2025
SOCIETY
Weather to remain mainly fair today
Weather to remain mainly fair today
Light rain and snowfall are possible at one or two places in the hilly and mountainous regions of Koshi and Gandaki Provinces, according to the Weather Forecasting Division (WFD).
Nov 20, 2025
WORLD
Russian strikes kill 25 as Zelensky makes peace bid in Turkey
Russian strikes kill 25 as Zelensky makes peace bid in Turke...
A US official said however that US President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff will not be attending talks in Turkey, casting further doubt as to what the Ukrainian leader could achieve there.
Nov 20, 2025