Kathmandu: The Nepal Police has disclosed that, aside from sporadic incidents during the Tihar festival, criminal activities across the country remained below the ‘normal’ threshold.According to the police this year’s Tihar witnessed fewer criminal incidents compared to previous years, although road accidents showed an increase. Overall, there was no significant surge in criminal activities throughout… Continue reading Nepal Police reports lower crime incidents but increase in road accidents during Tihar festival
Month: November 2023
EU commits €2 mn aid for Nepal earthquake relief
Kathmandu: In response to the recent earthquake in Nepal, the European Union (EU) has pledged a €2 million aid package to provide essential relief to the affected population. The aid will focus on critical areas such as shelter, access to clean water and sanitation, and healthcare services. Notably, €600,000 will be directed to support humanitarian… Continue reading EU commits €2 mn aid for Nepal earthquake relief
Nepal Telecommunication Authority issues warning to ISPs regarding TikTok ban
Kathmandu: In a stern move, the Nepal Telecommunication Authority (NTA) has issued a warning to internet service providers (ISPs), threatening punitive measures if they fail to comply with the ban on the popular social network TikTok. The NTA’s directive comes in response to a decision made by the Council of Ministers on Monday, emphasizing the… Continue reading Nepal Telecommunication Authority issues warning to ISPs regarding TikTok ban
CAAN expands paragliding opportunities with designation of four new zones
Kathmandu: The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has taken a significant step in promoting adventure tourism by officially designating paragliding zones at four additional locations across the country. The newly designated paragliding zones are strategically located in Manedanda-Ramechhap, Rapti-Dang, Chitlang-Makwanpur, and Andhikhola-Syangja. Commercial paragliding flights have already commenced in some of these zones, with… Continue reading CAAN expands paragliding opportunities with designation of four new zones
Nepal govt greenlights National Vocational Training Center for skilled manpower development
Kathmandu: In a recent development, the government has taken a significant step towards addressing the demand for skilled workers in both national and international markets. During the Cabinet meeting held on November 9, the approval was granted for the establishment and operation of the National Vocational and Skill Development Training Center, as per the Order… Continue reading Nepal govt greenlights National Vocational Training Center for skilled manpower development
Nepal-China border at Korala set to reopen after four years
Kathmandu: In a noteworthy development, a temporary shelter structure for security personnel has been erected on the Nepal side of the Korala border in Lo Manthang Rural Municipality of Mustang, poised for re-operation after a hiatus of four years. Under the guidance of Lomanthang People’s Representative and Armed Border Out Post (BOP), China has constructed… Continue reading Nepal-China border at Korala set to reopen after four years
Nepal Government Announces Ban on TikTok
Kathmandu: In a significant development, the government of Nepal has officially declared the prohibition of the popular social network platform, TikTok. This decision was disclosed by Rekha Sharma, Government Spokesperson and Minister for Communication and Information Technology, following today’s cabinet meeting. Expressing concerns about TikTok’s potential impact on social harmony, Minister Sharma emphasized the necessity… Continue reading Nepal Government Announces Ban on TikTok
Gucci and Moschino designer Davide Renne dies aged 46
Kathmandu: Italian fashion designer Davide Renne has died nine days after becoming the creative director of Moschino, aged 46. The cause of death is not known, but Moschino’s parent company Aeffe referred to “a sudden illness” and said that he died in Milan on Friday. Renne had previously been head of women’s wear at Gucci,… Continue reading Gucci and Moschino designer Davide Renne dies aged 46
Fast Track achieves 27.19 percent physical progress
Kathmandu: Terai Fast Track has achieved 27.19 per cent physical progress and 29.32 per cent financial progress amidst various obstacles and challenges. The national pride project is being implemented by the Nepali Army (NA). Once the four-lane express way completes, the southern plains can be reached within 2 hours 2 minutes from the Kathmandu Valley.… Continue reading Fast Track achieves 27.19 percent physical progress
South Korea extends $300,000 humanitarian aid to quake-hit Jajarkot and Rukum East in Nepal
Kathmandu: In a benevolent gesture, the Government of the Republic of Korea has committed to extending humanitarian aid valued at US $300,000 to assist those impacted by the recent earthquake in Jajarkot and Rukum East within Karnali Province. As conveyed by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal, this assistance is anticipated to… Continue reading South Korea extends $300,000 humanitarian aid to quake-hit Jajarkot and Rukum East in Nepal