Chinese researchers have cloned the first rhesus monkey, a species which is widely used in medical research because its physiology is similar to humans. They say they could speed up drug testing, as genetically identical animals give like-for-like results, providing greater certainty in trials. Previous attempts to clone a rhesus have either not led to… Continue reading Cloned rhesus monkey created to speed medical research
Month: January 2024
China records population decline for second straight year
Kathmandu: China’s population has declined for a second consecutive year, underscoring concerns about the future growth of the world’s second-largest economy. Data released on Wednesday showed a population of 1.409 billion at the end of 2023 – a 2.08m decrease from 2022. The most recent decline is double that of the previous year, which marked… Continue reading China records population decline for second straight year
Prime Minister Dahal takes swift action to curb harassment of Nepali travelers abroad
Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has issued directives to relevant ministries and authorities to promptly address the reported harassment faced by Nepali citizens departing with visit visas and work permits at the airport.The Prime Minister’s intervention follows multiple complaints received regarding the mistreatment of Nepalis embarking on international journeys.During a comprehensive discussion with key… Continue reading Prime Minister Dahal takes swift action to curb harassment of Nepali travelers abroad
6th Nepal Agritech International Exhibition set to kick off from Jan 26
Kathmandu: The eagerly awaited sixth edition of the Nepal Agritech International Exhibition is poised to commence at Bhrikuti Mandap, Kathmandu, on January 26. Organized by Media Space Solutions Pvt Ltd in collaboration with Futurex Trade Fair and Events Pvt Ltd and ETSIPL, the three-day event aims to revolutionize Nepal’s agricultural landscape. Scheduled to conclude on… Continue reading 6th Nepal Agritech International Exhibition set to kick off from Jan 26
Donald Trump triumphs in Iowa Republican Caucuses, setting stage for 2024
Kathmandu: Donald Trump has won the Iowa Republican caucuses. The Associated Press declared the former president the winner based on an analysis of early returns as well as results of AP VoteCast. Initial results showed Trump with far more than half of the total votes counted as of 8:31 pm. ET, with the rest of… Continue reading Donald Trump triumphs in Iowa Republican Caucuses, setting stage for 2024
Technical issues ground two NAC aircraft, disrupting international flights
Kathmandu: In a setback for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC), two out of its four aircraft designated for international flights have been grounded due to technical problems, causing disruptions for hundreds of passengers. Ramesh Poudel, the spokesperson for NAC, explained that one of the affected aircraft, bearing registration number 9N-ALZ and belonging to the A330 series… Continue reading Technical issues ground two NAC aircraft, disrupting international flights
Prime Minister Dahal implements significant staff reduction in secretariat
Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has initiated a substantial downsizing of his secretariat, resulting in the removal of 13 individuals, effective from January 15. The Prime Minister’s Secretariat officially announced the dismissals, citing a commitment to streamline and optimize the workforce. Among those dismissed are Narayan Prasad Dhungana, who held the position of… Continue reading Prime Minister Dahal implements significant staff reduction in secretariat
EPS language test for Korean manufacturing jobs faces delay due to technical issues
Kathmandu: The scheduled Employment Permit System (EPS) language test, crucial for individuals applying to work in Korea’s manufacturing sector, has been postponed due to technical glitches in the online system. The test, initially slated for January 20, will now be delayed, with an official notice regarding the new exam schedule expected to be issued on… Continue reading EPS language test for Korean manufacturing jobs faces delay due to technical issues
COVID-19 resurfaces in Chitwan after 10-month hiatus
Kathmandu: Coronavirus infection has been confirmed in Chitwan after a hiatus of 10 months. The virus was confirmed in a 29-year-old youth and a 66-year-old man in the lab tests conducted on Sunday and Tuesday, according to Information Officer at Bharatpur Hospital, Gopal Paudel. The man visited the hospital for the treatment of pneumonia. He… Continue reading COVID-19 resurfaces in Chitwan after 10-month hiatus
More delays for NASA’s astronaut moonshots
Kathmandu: Astronauts will have to wait until next year before flying to the moon and at least two years before landing on it, under the latest round of delays announced by NASA on Tuesday. The space agency had planned to send four astronauts around the moon late this year, but pushed the flight to September… Continue reading More delays for NASA’s astronaut moonshots