Kathmandu: A new mobile application aimed at supporting Nepali migrant workers has been launched with financial and technical support from the Government of the Republic of Korea. The app, named Hami (Happy Migration), was officially inaugurated in Lalitpur on Wednesday in the presence of high-level officials and stakeholders. The application is designed to provide simplified… Continue reading Mobile app ‘Hami’ launched to support Nepali migrant workers
Home Minister announces establishment of dedicated department against drug abuse
Kathmandu: The government is set to establish a dedicated department for the drug control. This information was shared here today at a programme held on the occasion of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking which is observed on June 26 each year. It has been said the department will be established in… Continue reading Home Minister announces establishment of dedicated department against drug abuse
Special Court grants Rs 3.5 million bail to former PM Madhav Kumar Nepal in Patanjali land scam
Kathmandu: The Special Court has granted bail of Rs 3.5 million to former Prime Minister and CPN (Unified Socialist) Chairman Madhav Kumar Nepal in connection with the high-profile Patanjali land scam case. Nepal appeared before the court on Wednesday as arguments were heard regarding his alleged involvement in the illegal registration of public land. The… Continue reading Special Court grants Rs 3.5 million bail to former PM Madhav Kumar Nepal in Patanjali land scam
Nepal exports record 700 MW of electricity to India amid monsoon surge
Kathmandu: Increased monsoon rainfall has dramatically boosted river flows, allowing Nepal to export as much as 700 megawatts of electricity daily to India, the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) said. With internal power generation soaring to around 2,700 megawatts, Nepal is producing significantly more electricity than it currently consumes. Peak domestic demand hovers around 2,000 megawatts,… Continue reading Nepal exports record 700 MW of electricity to India amid monsoon surge
Nepal cricketers climb ICC rankings after European tour
Kathmandu: The Nepal Men’s National Cricket Team’s recent European tour has triggered major shifts in the ICC rankings, with several players making notable gains—particularly spinners Lalit Rajbanshi and Sandeep Lamichhane. Among all-rounders in T20 Internationals, Dipendra Singh Airee continues to lead the Nepali contingent, holding third position globally. He trails only India’s Hardik Pandya and… Continue reading Nepal cricketers climb ICC rankings after European tour
Two Nepalis rescued from war-torn Iran with India’s help
Kathmandu: Two Nepali nationals stranded in conflict-ridden Iran have been rescued with the assistance of the Indian government, the Nepali Embassy in New Delhi confirmed on Tuesday. Ganesh Prasad Pokharel and Suman Gaire were evacuated from Iran alongside a group of Indian citizens and flown to New Delhi. The embassy stated that both individuals are… Continue reading Two Nepalis rescued from war-torn Iran with India’s help
Nepal enforces stricter vehicle emission standards after years of delay
Kathmandu: The government has finally enforced the long-pending Vehicle Emission Standard 2082, tightening regulations on vehicle pollution in Nepal. Under the new rule, light vehicles—including two, three, and four-wheelers—must now comply with Euro-5 standards, while heavy four-wheelers must meet the more stringent Euro-6 norms. The regulation was officially published in the Nepal Gazette, marking a… Continue reading Nepal enforces stricter vehicle emission standards after years of delay
Supreme Court orders not to suspend Ride Sharing regulations
Kaski: The Supreme Court has asked the Gandaki Provincial Government not to suspend the enforcement of the ‘Ride Sharing’ regulations. Responding to a writ petition filed against the provincial government’s decision to suspend the implementation of the Ride Sharing regulations, the court issued an order in the name of the provincial government to not implement… Continue reading Supreme Court orders not to suspend Ride Sharing regulations
Diversity in dance and music fosters national unity: President Paudel
Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel has said diversity in Nepal’s ethnicities and their cultures including song, dance and music have contributed to strengthening of national unity. It has kept intact social harmony, he argued. Addressing the award handover ceremony organized by the Nepal Academy of Music and Drama in the federal capital on Wednesday, President Paudel… Continue reading Diversity in dance and music fosters national unity: President Paudel
BYD Dolphin 2025 launched in Nepal with major upgrades and new technology
Kathmandu: Cimex Inc. Pvt. Ltd., the authorized distributor of BYD in Nepal, has officially launched the 2025 edition of the BYD Dolphin electric hatchback, introducing significant upgrades, including the industry-first Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Low Voltage Battery (LVB), aimed at enhancing durability, performance, and sustainability. Replacing the conventional lead-acid battery, the new LFP LVB is… Continue reading BYD Dolphin 2025 launched in Nepal with major upgrades and new technology