Rs 280 mn pours into ‘Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund’ for Jajarkot victims

Rs 280 million has been collected in the Prime Minister’s disaster relief fund dedicated to Jajarkot earthquake victims. Spokesperson at Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Narayan Prasad Bhatta, informed the Fund had collected over Rs 279.89 million so far. It was possible with the generosity of over 117 depositors- individuals and… Continue reading Rs 280 mn pours into ‘Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund’ for Jajarkot victims

Public Procurement Monitoring Office issues warning to construction companies

Kathmandu: Public Procurement Monitoring Office (PPMO) under the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers has issued a notice to nine construction companies, demanding explanations within seven days following recommendations from various governmental bodies. The PPMO has cautioned that failure to provide satisfactory responses within the stipulated timeframe may result in the blacklisting of these companies.… Continue reading Public Procurement Monitoring Office issues warning to construction companies

Strange US kidnap trend targeting Chinese students

Kai Zhuang is alleged to be a victim of cyber kidnapping Photo Courtesy: Riverdale Police Department via BBC

Kathmandu: The “cyber kidnapping” scam that extorted the Chinese family of a foreign exchange student studying in the US is part of a larger criminal trend that parents across the globe could fall victim to, experts warned. Student Kai Zhuang was reported missing by his high school last week and later found “very cold and… Continue reading Strange US kidnap trend targeting Chinese students

3rd International Investment Summit in Kathmandu rescheduled to May 16-17

Kathmandu: The third International Investment Summit, originally scheduled for May 9-10, is now set to be held on May 16-17 in Kathmandu. The decision to reschedule the summit was made due to various reasons, as announced by Tungo, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Investment Board, and Susheel Bhatta, the Secretary of the Investment… Continue reading 3rd International Investment Summit in Kathmandu rescheduled to May 16-17

KMC Mayor Balen suspends 3 employees

Kathmandu: Mayor Balendra Shah of Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has taken the decision to suspend three employees, including the Chief Secretary, on charges of irregularities in decision-making and implementation within the municipal executive and administration. The suspended individuals are Chief Secretary Nurnidhi Nyupane, Head of the Health Department Ram Prasad Poudel, and Senior Section Officer… Continue reading KMC Mayor Balen suspends 3 employees

Health Ministry warns of rising risk from JN.1 sub-variant of Covid-19

Kathmandu: The Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) has issued a cautionary advisory, urging the public to exercise vigilance as the risk associated with the JN.1, a sub-variant of the Covid-19 virus, continues to escalate. While the JN.1 sub-variant has witnessed a surge in infection rates globally, including confirmed cases in neighboring countries like India… Continue reading Health Ministry warns of rising risk from JN.1 sub-variant of Covid-19

Prime Minister Dahal emphasizes need for innovative agricultural systems

Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has pointed out the need for promoting innovation-oriented agricultural systems for the country’s prosperity. Addressing a program titled ‘Present Status and the Future of Sustainable Development’ held at the Prime Minister’s Office in Singha Durbar today, he opined that the country’s prosperity is not possible with the traditional style… Continue reading Prime Minister Dahal emphasizes need for innovative agricultural systems

Janakpurdham gears Up for ‘Maithili Language and International Drama Festival’

Kathmandu: In a bid to promote Maithili language, literature, art, culture, economy, and tourism, a literature and international drama festival is set to take place in Janakpurdham. Organized by the Mithila Development Fund, the festival will be hosted at the Mahendra Narayan Nidhi Mithila Cultural Center from February 1 to 5. The festival will comprise… Continue reading Janakpurdham gears Up for ‘Maithili Language and International Drama Festival’

Nepal and South Korea discuss criterias for EPS test

Kathmandu: In response to the recent tragedy during a protest related to the Employment Permit System (EPS) language test, the Nepali government engaged in talks with South Korean Ambassador to Nepal, Park Tae-Young. The EPS allows Nepali nationals to work in Korea under a bilateral agreement. The meeting, held on Tuesday at the Ministry of… Continue reading Nepal and South Korea discuss criterias for EPS test

Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar to visits Nepal for two days

Kathmandu: Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to arrive in Kathmandu on Thursday for a significant two-day official visit to Nepal. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and foster cooperation between the two neighboring nations. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), Minister Jaishankar’s visit centers around the seventh meeting of… Continue reading Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar to visits Nepal for two days