Kathmandu: Three individuals have tested positive for COVID-19 in Sudurpaschim Province in the past 24 hours, according to data released by the Provincial Health Emergency Operations Centre on Wednesday afternoon. The cases were identified during border screening at the Gauriphanta border crossing in Kailali district. All three individuals tested positive while entering Nepal. In response… Continue reading 3 COVID-19 cases confirmed in Sudurpaschim Province
Nepal govt to borrow Rs 215 billion from multilateral lenders
Kathmandu: The government will take foreign loans amounting to Rs 215 billion in the upcoming fiscal year 2025/26, according to the Ministry of Finance. Out of the total foreign assistance commitment of Rs 232 billion from multilateral lending institutions, only Rs 16.92 billion will be in the form of grants, with the remainder comprising loans.… Continue reading Nepal govt to borrow Rs 215 billion from multilateral lenders
CIAA files cases against 93 people including former PM Nepal
Kathmandu: The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has today filed a charge sheet at the Special Court against 93 individuals including former Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal regarding the land scam of Patanjali Yoga Peeth and Ayurveda Company Nepal. With the filing of the charge sheet against former Prime Minister Nepal,… Continue reading CIAA files cases against 93 people including former PM Nepal
Demonstrations by royalists meaningless: NC President Deuba
Mahendranagar: Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba has expressed the view that agitation launched by the supporters of the former king was meaningless. In a press meet organized at Janakpurdham Airport today, President Deuba argued that there was no meaning to hold demonstrations by the supporters of the former king as the agitation of royalists… Continue reading Demonstrations by royalists meaningless: NC President Deuba
Gandaki Province suspends ride-sharing regulation after nationwide transport strike
Kathmandu: The Gandaki Province government has suspended its newly introduced Ride-Sharing Regulation 2082 BS for a month following pressure from transport entrepreneurs, who had launched a nationwide strike earlier this week. The move led to the immediate resumption of public transport services across the country. The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers… Continue reading Gandaki Province suspends ride-sharing regulation after nationwide transport strike
President Paudel calls for standing firmly against caste discrimination and untouchability
Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel has called for standing firmly against caste-based untouchability and discrimination. The President stated this in his message of best wishes on the occasion of the National Day on the Abolition of Caste Discrimination and Untouchability today. On this occasion, the President has wished happiness, peace, and prosperity to all Nepali sisters… Continue reading President Paudel calls for standing firmly against caste discrimination and untouchability
Virat Kohli’s RCB finally lifts IPL trophy after years of heartbreak
Kathmandu: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) ended a 17-year title drought by defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by six runs in a thrilling Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. In front of a 91,419-strong crowd, RCB defended a total of 190 through a disciplined bowling performance to lift… Continue reading Virat Kohli’s RCB finally lifts IPL trophy after years of heartbreak
Transport strike to continue as talks with government fail
Kathmandu: Talks between the government and transport entrepreneurs ended without agreement on Monday, with transport associations announcing that the strike will continue on Tuesday. According to participants in the negotiations, no consensus was reached on the first and most critical demand — the withdrawal of the ride-sharing bill introduced by the Gandaki Province government. Transport… Continue reading Transport strike to continue as talks with government fail
Hindus make up 81.2% of Nepal’s population, census shows declining proportion
Kathmandu: Hinduism remains the dominant religion in Nepal, followed by 81.2% of the population, according to the 2078 BS (2021 AD) National Census. However, the proportion of Hindus has declined steadily from 86.5% in 2048 BS. Buddhists make up 8.2% of the population, followed by Muslims at 5.1%, Kirat at 3.2%, and Christians at 1.8%.… Continue reading Hindus make up 81.2% of Nepal’s population, census shows declining proportion
World Bank pproves $257 million to improve electricity and irrigation services
Kathmandu: The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved two projects for Nepal on May 29 totaling $257 million aimed at enhancing electricity distribution services and improving irrigation services to boost agricultural productivity. The Electricity Supply Reliability Improvement Project ($120 million) will strengthen the electricity distribution network and enhance electricity supply to users in Koshi,… Continue reading World Bank pproves $257 million to improve electricity and irrigation services