Month: November 2023

Kathmandu: In a move to enhance security around vital government installations, the District Administration Office in Kathmandu has issued a prohibitionary order for specific areas encompassing the President’s Office, Sheetal Niwas, and the Prime Minister’s residence in Baluwatar. Chief District Officer Jeetendra Basnet, in a statement released last night, announced the order aimed at curbing… Continue reading Prohibitionary order enforce around President’s Office and Prime Minister’s Residence

Kathmandu: In anticipation of potential protest demonstrations slated for November 23 in various parts of the Kathmandu Valley, the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office has issued a public notice urging citizens to limit their vehicular movement to essential tasks on the specified day. The notice, released today, states, “As it seems that various groups are… Continue reading Kathmandu valley traffic police urges citizens to limit vehicular movement on Thursday

Kathmandu: In a brewing conflict between medical practitioner Durga Prasai and the government, tensions are escalating as Prasai prepares to lead a demonstration in Kathmandu on Thursday, advocating for the liberation of debtors from financial institutions, including banks. His demand for a waiver of loans has been a persistent issue for the past few months,… Continue reading Govt issues stern warning against loan defaulters as protest looms in Kathmandu

Kathmandu: Ruksana Kapali, a prominent transgender human rights activist from Nepal, has earned a coveted spot on the British Broadcasting Corporation’s (BBC) prestigious list of influential women for the year. The annual list, released on Tuesday, comprises 100 women recognized for their inspiring contributions and impact on a global scale. Kapali, a member of the… Continue reading Nepali transgender activist Ruksana Kapali featured on BBC’s list of influential women

Kathmandu: In response to potential clashes, Chief District Officer Jitendra Basnet has declared a restricted area, spanning from Maitighar Mandala to New Baneshwar Chowk, for a duration of 30 days. The move comes ahead of planned demonstrations by a youth association affiliated with UML and medical professional Durga Prasai. The order cites concerns over maintaining… Continue reading Prohibited zone declared in Kathmandu: gatherings from Maitighar to New Baneshwor restricted for 30 Days