SPORTS
Yearender: Top world sports events in 2019
Yearender: Top world sports events in 2019
KATHMANDU, Dec 31: As the year 2019 draws to a close, let’s look at some of the sporting moments from the year which had a lasting memory and meaningful impact on sports fans all around the world. This year had it all in the world of sports, World cup year for Cricket and Rugby, which was as enthral...
Dec 31, 2019
WORLD
Ten most significant world events in 2019
Ten most significant world events in 2019
UNITED STATES, Dec 31: The US-based think tank Council on Foreign Relations has released a list of the top ten world events of 2019. The list is in ascending order:
Dec 31, 2019
SOCIETY, Latest Updates
Tamu Lhosar observed in capital
Tamu Lhosar observed in capital
KATHMANDU, Dec 31: People from Gurung Community observed Tamu Lhosar by organizing various programs in Kathmandu today.
Dec 31, 2019
WORLD
Bangladesh shuts down telecoms along India border citing security concerns
Bangladesh shuts down telecoms along India border citing sec...
DHAKA, Dec 31: Muslim-majority Bangladesh has ordered telecom operators to shut down services along the border with India, citing security concerns over Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s new citizenship law which critics say discriminates against Muslims.
Dec 31, 2019
SOCIETY, Latest Updates
CIAA arrests suspended under secretary Rijal
CIAA arrests suspended under secretary Rijal
KATHMANDU, Dec 31: The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has arrested the then chief district officer (CDO) of Dolakha Khagendra Rijal who was suspended from the post for being involved in bribery last week.
Dec 31, 2019
WORLD
U.S. embassy in Baghdad evacuated as protesters denounce U.S. airstrikes
U.S. embassy in Baghdad evacuated as protesters denounce U.S...
BAGHDAD, DEC 31: The U.S. ambassador to Iraq and other staff were evacuated from their embassy in Baghdad for their safety on Tuesday, Iraqi officials said, as thousands of protesters and militia fighters outside the gate denounced U.S. air strikes in Iraq.
Dec 31, 2019
WORLD
Iraqi supporters of Iran-backed militia attack US Embassy
Iraqi supporters of Iran-backed militia attack US Embassy
BAGHDAD. DEC 31: Dozens of angry Iraqi Shiite militia supporters broke into the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad on Tuesday after smashing the main door and setting fire to a reception area, prompting tear gas and sounds of gunfire.
Dec 31, 2019
My City, Entertainment
Casting Robert Downey Jr as Iron Man could have been dumpster fire: Kevin Feige
Casting Robert Downey Jr as Iron Man could have been dumpste...
Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige has revealed casting Hollywood star Robert Downey Jr as Iron Man aka Tony Stark was a big gamble.
Dec 31, 2019
POLITICS, Latest Updates
Anyone involved in exporting, importing infected plants may be fined up to Rs 150,000
Anyone involved in exporting, importing infected plants may...
KATHMANDU, Dec 31: The amendment bill of the Plant Protection Act has envisaged a fine of up to Rs 150,000 for anyone who is involved in importing and exporting infected plants or plant products.
Dec 31, 2019
POLITICS, Latest Updates
NC CWC meet on January 2
NC CWC meet on January 2
A meeting of Central Working Committee of the opposition Nepali Congress is taking place at the party central office, Sanepa, on January 2.
Dec 31, 2019