Kathmandu: The Supreme Court of Nepal has upheld its previous verdict, ordering Bhatbhateni Supermarket, accused of using fake VAT bills, to pay more than Rs 1.6 billion to the government. The decision confirms that Bhatbhateni conducted business using counterfeit VAT bills, affirming the tax evasion allegations. After an initial tax assessment by the Inland Revenue… Continue reading Supreme Court orders Bhatbhateni Supermarket to pay over Rs 1.6 billion for tax evasion
Month: January 2024
Elon Musk says Neuralink implanted wireless brain chip
Kathmandu: Tech billionaire Elon Musk has claimed his Neuralink company has successfully implanted one of its wireless brain chips in a human. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, he said “promising” brain activity had been detected after the procedure and the patient was “recovering well”. The company’s goal is to connect human brains to… Continue reading Elon Musk says Neuralink implanted wireless brain chip
Pakistan former PM jailed in state secrets case as election looms
Kathmandu: Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan has been sentenced to 10 years in jail in a case in which he was charged with leaking state secrets. Khan, who was ousted by his opponents as PM in 2022, is already serving a three-year jail term after being convicted of corruption. He has called all the… Continue reading Pakistan former PM jailed in state secrets case as election looms
Nepal asks Russia to send back Nepalis recruited to fight in Ukraine and the bodies of those killed
Kathmandu: Nepal has asked Russia to send back hundreds of Nepali nationals who were recruited to fight against Ukraine and repatriate the bodies of those who died in the conflict, Nepal’s top diplomat said Thursday. The Russian army is estimated to have recruited more than 200 Nepali nationals to fight in Ukraine and at least… Continue reading Nepal asks Russia to send back Nepalis recruited to fight in Ukraine and the bodies of those killed
‘Nepal International Tourism Fair’ set to showcase global tourism potential
Kathmandu: The Nepal International Tourism Fair is going to be held with the aim of publicizing the tourist destinations of Nepal at the international level. The fair is going to be organized on coming May 31 to June 1 to promote the tourism sector of Nepal globally, said Bishnu Pandey of Summit Event and Market… Continue reading ‘Nepal International Tourism Fair’ set to showcase global tourism potential
Celebrating 50 years of diplomatic ties: Nepal and Republic of Korea unveil commemorative logo and success stories book
Kathmandu: In a special ceremony today, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and Nepal jointly unveiled a commemorative logo and a book highlighting success stories after the Employment Permit System (EPS) program, marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The diplomatic relations between Nepal and the Republic of Korea were… Continue reading Celebrating 50 years of diplomatic ties: Nepal and Republic of Korea unveil commemorative logo and success stories book
Nepal marks ‘Martyrs Day’
Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has said that today is the day for making resolve to fulfilling the remaining works of the revolution, keeping in mind the martyrs’ dreams and their commitment. Addressing a programme organised at the Martyrs Memorial, Lainchaur today on the occasion of the Martyrs Day, PM Dahal said, “The… Continue reading Nepal marks ‘Martyrs Day’
Govt plans revival of closed industries for economic growth
Kathmandu: In a bid to revive stagnant industries, the government, led by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, has set the stage for the re-operation of four long-closed establishments. The Prime Minister engaged in discussions with the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies to explore options for reviving Biratnagar Jute Mills, Hetauda Textile Industry, Gorakhkali Rubber… Continue reading Govt plans revival of closed industries for economic growth
Japan: Moon lander Slim comes back to life and resumes mission
Kathmandu: Japan’s Moon lander has resumed operations after being shut down for a week due to a power supply issue. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Jaxa) said it re-established contact with the lander on Sunday, indicating that the glitch had been fixed. Its solar cells are working again after a shift in lighting conditions allowed… Continue reading Japan: Moon lander Slim comes back to life and resumes mission
Tribhuvan University introduces online services for exam-related procedures
Kathmandu: Tribhuvan University has commenced online services for exam-related procedures starting today. Students can now apply for and obtain their exam certificates from the comfort of their homes. This marks the first time in the university’s 74-year history that such services are being provided online. Shivalal Bhusal, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Tribhuvan University, inaugurated the… Continue reading Tribhuvan University introduces online services for exam-related procedures