Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has directed the stakeholders to ensure that patients coming to the Bir Hospital, the oldest hospital of the country, seeking treatment will have no complaints about its services. He described the Bir Hospital as the pillar of the country’s health sector. During the meeting with the office-bearers of the… Continue reading Prime Minister Dahal advocates enhanced services and affordability at Bir Hospital
Month: January 2024
Druk Air introduces chartered flights on Paro-Pokhara-Delhi route
Kathmandu: Bhutan’s prominent airline company, Druk Air, is set to elevate its services with the introduction of chartered flights on the Paro-Pokhara-Delhi route, commencing from March of the upcoming year. Currently operating commercial flights on the Paro-Kathmandu-Delhi route, Druk Air aims to enhance its connectivity by incorporating Pokhara as a new destination. Official communication from… Continue reading Druk Air introduces chartered flights on Paro-Pokhara-Delhi route
Grand inauguration of E-library at Tribhuvan University celebrated by Kathmandu Metropolitan City
Kathmandu: Deputy Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC), Sunita Dangol, officially inaugurated the state-of-the-art E-library at the Central Department of Nepali, Tribhuvan University (TU). The inauguration marked a significant step towards harnessing 21st-century technology to showcase Nepal’s rich linguistic, artistic, literary, and cultural heritage on a global scale. The E-library, enriched with a diverse collection… Continue reading Grand inauguration of E-library at Tribhuvan University celebrated by Kathmandu Metropolitan City
Over 50 countries go to the polls in 2024. The year will test even the most robust democracies
Kathmandu: More than 50 countries that are home to half the planet’s population are due to hold national elections in 2024, but the number of citizens exercising the right to vote is not unalloyed good news. The year looks set to test even the most robust democracies and to strengthen the hands of leaders with… Continue reading Over 50 countries go to the polls in 2024. The year will test even the most robust democracies
South Korea passes law banning dog meat trade
Kathmandu: The slaughter and sale of dogs for their meat is to become illegal in South Korea after MPs backed a new law. The legislation, set to come into force by 2027, aims to end the centuries-old practice of humans eating dog meat. Dog meat stew, called “boshintang”, is considered a delicacy among some older… Continue reading South Korea passes law banning dog meat trade
Mustang secures a spot in The New York Times’ top 37 destinations to Visit in 2024
Kathmandu: The New York Times has featured Mustang, Nepal, in its prestigious list of 37 must-visit destinations around the globe for the year 2024. Positioned at number 37 among the 52 destinations highlighted by The New York Times, Mustang is praised for its captivating natural beauty and rich historical significance. Nestled amid the towering peaks… Continue reading Mustang secures a spot in The New York Times’ top 37 destinations to Visit in 2024
World Bank forecasts satisfactory growth for Nepali Economy in 2024, outpacing global average
Kathmandu: In its latest ‘Global Economic Prospects’ report, the World Bank anticipates a favorable economic trajectory for Nepal, projecting a growth rate of 3.9 percent in the current fiscal year (FY) 2023/24. This forecast indicates a significant improvement from the 1.9 percent expansion observed in the previous fiscal year 2022/23.The World Bank further envisions a… Continue reading World Bank forecasts satisfactory growth for Nepali Economy in 2024, outpacing global average
Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane sentenced to 8-year in prison for rape conviction
Kathmandu: Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane has been handed an eight-year prison sentence by the Kathmandu District Court following his conviction in a rape case. The verdict was delivered by Judge Shishir Raj Dhakal in a single-bench hearing at the court. Lamichhane was found guilty on December 29, and the sentencing hearing took place today. The court… Continue reading Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane sentenced to 8-year in prison for rape conviction
CIB arrests fugitive spiritual leader Ram Bahadur Bomjan from Kathmandu
Kathmandu: Ram Bahadur Bomjan, the elusive spiritual leader wanted by authorities, has been captured by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CIB). The arrest was confirmed by CIB spokesperson Navaraj Adhikari, who revealed that the operation unfolded in the Budhanilkantha Hattigauda area of Kathmandu. “Bomjan, who has been on the police’s wanted list due to various… Continue reading CIB arrests fugitive spiritual leader Ram Bahadur Bomjan from Kathmandu
Nepal Telecommunications Authority Chairman, Purushottam Khanal, Resigns
Kathmandu: Purushottam Khanal, the Chairman of the Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA), has submitted his resignation from the position. The decision comes amid criticisms for not taking significant steps in various matters during his recent tenure. NTA spokesperson Santosh Poudel informed today that Khanal has conveyed his resignation to the Minister of Communication and Information Technology,… Continue reading Nepal Telecommunications Authority Chairman, Purushottam Khanal, Resigns