Kathmandu: In a groundbreaking development, the first-ever registration of a same-sex marriage has taken place in Lamjung’s Dordi Rural Municipality. On Wednesday, Ram Bahadur Gurung and Surendra Pandey, the groom and bride, officially recorded their union under the legal framework. The certificate for the same-sex marriage was issued by Ward No. 2 of the rural… Continue reading Nepal records its first official same-sex marriage in Lamjung
Month: November 2023
Nepal Police issue warning against online delivery fraud; urges public vigilance
Kathmandu: Nepal Police have issued a public advisory urging caution against a group of fraudsters orchestrating scams under the guise of online goods delivery. The police reported that unsuspecting victims have been defrauded of significant sums of money through these fraudulent schemes. Deputy Inspector General of Police Kuber Kadayath, the spokesperson for Nepal Police, emphasized… Continue reading Nepal Police issue warning against online delivery fraud; urges public vigilance
Nepal govt issues ultimatum to ISPs for TikTok ban compliance
KathmanduL: The Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) has mandated internet service providers (ISPs) to confirm their adherence to the government’s decision to ban TikTok, a social media app. In a notice released following the Cabinet meeting on November 13, the NTA warned ISPs that failure to respond within 24 hours could result in the cancellation of… Continue reading Nepal govt issues ultimatum to ISPs for TikTok ban compliance
Axiata group berhad announces decision to exit Ncell
Kathmandu: In a surprising move, Axiata Group Berhad has officially declared its intention to part ways with Ncell, a prominent telecommunication company in Nepal. In a press statement released on Wednesday, Axiata revealed its decision to initiate the sale of its assets, marking the beginning of its exit from Ncell. The board’s resolution to divest… Continue reading Axiata group berhad announces decision to exit Ncell
KMC imposes complete ban on sale, storage, and use of plastic-packaged tobacco products
Kathmandu: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has announced a comprehensive ban on the sale, storage, and usage of tobacco products packaged in plastic. The Health Department of the Metropolitan City has informed that this regulation will be enforced within 15 days starting from today, Tuesday. According to the issued notice, the ban will be effective from… Continue reading KMC imposes complete ban on sale, storage, and use of plastic-packaged tobacco products
Gold prices hit all-time high at Rs 117,700 per tola
Kathmandu: In a significant development, gold prices have reached unprecedented levels, touching Rs 117,700 per tola (11.6 grams) on Tuesday. The surge, as reported by the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers Associations, is attributed to a remarkable increase in the international gold market, thereby setting a new record in the domestic market. Just… Continue reading Gold prices hit all-time high at Rs 117,700 per tola
Study committee formed to declare Pokhara as capital city of tourism
Kathmandu: Gandaki Province Government has established a study committee to declare Pokhara as the tourism capital, aiming to implement the policies and programs formulated in the fiscal year 2080/81. The committee, chaired by Dr. Krishnachandra Devkota, Vice-Chairman of Gandaki Province Policy and Planning Commission, comprises representatives from various organizations, including 11 members with expertise in… Continue reading Study committee formed to declare Pokhara as capital city of tourism
Two held for deceiving individual with fake U.S. Job Offer, swindling 1.5 Million Rupees
Kathmandu: Bishal Shrestha and Shanti Shrestha from Ward 14 of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, who had promised to send an individual to the United States for employment, have been arrested for allegedly committing fraud amounting to 1.5 million rupees. Chandrabahadur Rawal, who intended to travel to the United States for employment, claimed that Vishal and Shanti… Continue reading Two held for deceiving individual with fake U.S. Job Offer, swindling 1.5 Million Rupees
Police arrests individual involved in online gambling with a business worth approximately two crore rupees
Kathmandu: The police have arrested an individual engaged in online gambling, along with a business estimated to be worth around two crores. The arrested individual is Akash Regmi from Ward 7 of Kageshwari Manohara Municipality in Kathmandu. Authorities revealed that Regmi was involved in online gambling and casino games, winning money through online betting. The… Continue reading Police arrests individual involved in online gambling with a business worth approximately two crore rupees
Government launches nationwide yoga initiative for inmates
Kathmandu: In a groundbreaking move, the government is set to champion the transformative power of yoga to instill positive thinking among individuals accused of engaging in criminal activities. This initiative, spearheaded by Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha, aims to introduce yoga as a means of self-awakening in ministries and their subordinate… Continue reading Government launches nationwide yoga initiative for inmates