Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has said the government was determined to make Nepal’s air safety systematic. Receiving a memorandum submitted by a delegation led by the acting chairperson of Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Dol Prasad Aryal, Prime Minister Dahal mentioned that the government was effortful to remove Nepal’s air space from the blacklist… Continue reading Govt working hard to remove Nepal from EU airspace blacklist: PM Dahal
Month: December 2023
Finance Minister optimistic as economic indicators point to growth
Kathmandu: In a recent gathering organized by the Nepal Trade Union Congress in Lalitpur, Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat asserted that the country’s economy is on an upward trajectory. Minister Mahat highlighted various positive indicators, fostering optimism for economic growth. Tourist arrivals are experiencing an uptick, and interest rates at banks and financial institutions… Continue reading Finance Minister optimistic as economic indicators point to growth
Nepal Police arrests 32 in document forgery and unauthorized travel ring
Kathmandu: In a significant operation, Nepal Police have apprehended 32 individuals, including travel agency operators and government employees, involved in a sophisticated forgery and illegal travel syndicate. The arrests were made by the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office of Nepal Police. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Somendra Singh Rathore, head of the Kathmandu Valley Crime… Continue reading Nepal Police arrests 32 in document forgery and unauthorized travel ring
KMC implements comprehensive ban on tobacco products starting from today
Kathmandu: Kathmandu Metropolitan City has officially enforced a comprehensive ban on the selling, consumption, and transaction of tobacco products within its boundaries, effective today. Ram Prasad Poudel, Chief of the City’s Health Department, announced the complete prohibition of tobacco product sales across all 32 wards of the metropolis. This ban extends to the selling, storage,… Continue reading KMC implements comprehensive ban on tobacco products starting from today
Over 5,000 victims liberated from loan shark exploitation
Kathmandu: The Commission formed by the government to inquire and resolve usury related cases has resolved 5,155 cases out of over 28,000 complaints so far. Uttamraj Subedi, member of the Commission and also former Additional Inspector General of Police, shared that since the formation of the Commission, a total of 218 bigha 10 kattha 7… Continue reading Over 5,000 victims liberated from loan shark exploitation
JSP leader emphasizes balanced relations with China amid concerns over Prime Minister’s visit
Kathmandu: Raj Kishor Yadav, leader of the Janata Samajwadi Party (JSP), has underscored the importance of maintaining balanced relations with China and regional powers during an interaction program organized by the Center for Social Inclusion and Federalism (CESIF). Yadav, who also chairs the International Relations and Tourism Committee of the House of Representatives, spoke on… Continue reading JSP leader emphasizes balanced relations with China amid concerns over Prime Minister’s visit
Nepal Govt allocates Rs 6 bn for employment amid rising unemployment
Kathmandu: In response to escalating unemployment, the government is investing Rs 6 billion to create jobs for 60,000 individuals. Shifting focus from past controversies, the initiative emphasizes local-level development for infrastructure-related employment. Under the program, each worker will receive Rs 668 per day for up to 100 days. The effort aims to address past criticisms,… Continue reading Nepal Govt allocates Rs 6 bn for employment amid rising unemployment
US inflation likely cooled again last month as Fed prepares to assess interest rates
Kathmandu: This year’s steady slowdown in U.S. inflation likely continued in November, though the latest data may also point to steadily higher prices in some areas of the economy. Tuesday’s inflation report from the Labor Department is expected to show that businesses kept overall prices unchanged for a second straight month. Falling gas prices, in… Continue reading US inflation likely cooled again last month as Fed prepares to assess interest rates
Restrictions imposed on alcohol and meat sales during Janakpurdham’s Sita-Ram Vivah Panchami festival
Kathmandu: On the occassion of Sita-Ram Vivah Panchami festival in Janakpurdham, the sale and distribution of alcohol, as well as fish/meat, has been prohibited for three days. The District Administration Office, Dhanusha, issued a notice on Tuesday, stating that a ban on the sale and distribution of alcohol and fish/meat is in effect from 12:00… Continue reading Restrictions imposed on alcohol and meat sales during Janakpurdham’s Sita-Ram Vivah Panchami festival
NAC official Homanath Pokharel, detained for alleged involvement in forging documents
Kathmandu: Homanath Pokharel, an official of Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), has been detained on allegations of involvement in forging documents to facilitate illicit activities related to international travel. According to the police, Pokharel’s detention is linked to accusations of assisting in the creation of fraudulent documents for overseas travel. Further investigation is underway, and additional… Continue reading NAC official Homanath Pokharel, detained for alleged involvement in forging documents