Kathmandu: Kathmandu is set to host the first Late Babu Chiri Sherpa Memorial Open Sport Climbing Competition on March 14, as revealed during a press conference today by Nwang Nima Sherpa, President of the Alpine Sports Association (ASP). Jointly organized by the New York-based Alpine Sports Association, INC., and Everest Summitter’s Association (ESA), the event… Continue reading Inaugural ‘Late Babu Chiri Sherpa Memorial Open Sport Climbing Competition’ announced for March 14 in Kathmandu
Month: March 2024
Gold surges to record high in domestic market
Kathmandu: On Thursday, the domestic gold market witnessed another remarkable surge, with the yellow metal climbing by Rs 1500 per tola, setting a new record high. Similarly, silver prices experienced a significant increase of Rs 30 per tola. This marks the third noteworthy price hike in gold within the domestic market this week, accumulating a… Continue reading Gold surges to record high in domestic market
Bagmati provincial officer arrested for illegitimate citizenship to chinese gold smugglers
Kathmandu: Police has arrested Ram Chandra Aryal, a sixth-level officer at the Bagmati Provincial Assembly Secretariat in Hetauda-10, for granting Nepali citizenship to two Chinese nationals engaged in gold smuggling. Aryal, formerly stationed at the Transport Management Office, Thulo Bharyang, Kathmandu, was apprehended at the Provincial Assembly Secretariat on Wednesday following a request from Kavre… Continue reading Bagmati provincial officer arrested for illegitimate citizenship to chinese gold smugglers
Kathmandu security enhanced as district police range utilizes EQRT
Kathmandu: The District Police Range, Kathmandu, has started mobilizing the Electronic Quick Response Team (EQRT) along with the GPS for controlling and minimizing crime and boosting law and order and public security in the Kathmandu Valley. According to the Range, the EQRT is being employed under the ‘Safer Valley Project’ concept for promptly responding to… Continue reading Kathmandu security enhanced as district police range utilizes EQRT
Political shift: Nepali Congress shifts to opposition bench as CPN-UML assumes key position in house seating
Kathmandu: In a significant development following the recent political changes, the seating arrangement within the House of Representatives has been reshuffled. The Nepali Congress has transitioned to the main opposition bench, marking a notable shift, while the CPN-UML has assumed its place among the ruling party ranks. According to the latest update from the Parliament… Continue reading Political shift: Nepali Congress shifts to opposition bench as CPN-UML assumes key position in house seating
Customs dispute grounds aircraft and helicopters, jeopardizing tourism season
Kathmandu: In a protracted customs dispute, six aircraft and four helicopters have been rendered inoperable, causing significant disruptions just as the tourism season is set to commence. The impasse, originating from a clash between the Department of Customs (DoC) and an airline operator over customs duties on imported spare parts, has persisted for nearly two… Continue reading Customs dispute grounds aircraft and helicopters, jeopardizing tourism season
China optimistic about new coalition government’s impact on Nepal’s political stability
Kathmandu: In a press conference held on Tuesday in Beijing, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China conveyed its expectations for positive changes in Nepal’s power dynamics following the formation of a new coalition government. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning expressed awareness of the recent shift in Nepal’s political landscape and voiced optimism about its… Continue reading China optimistic about new coalition government’s impact on Nepal’s political stability
Prinkya Rani Joshi secures top 10 spot in Miss World’s ‘Beauty With a Purpose’
Kathmandu: Miss Nepal Prinkyarani Joshi has clinched a coveted spot in the top 10 of the ‘Beauty With a Purpose’ segment at the ongoing Miss World competition in India. Following Monday’s semifinals, Nepal has asserted its presence in the competition. Alongside Nepal, Botswana, Brazil, Czech Republic, Indonesia, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Uganda, and Ukraine… Continue reading Prinkya Rani Joshi secures top 10 spot in Miss World’s ‘Beauty With a Purpose’
PM Dahal reshuffles cabinet, forms new alliance, as three ministers take oath
Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has undertaken a significant Cabinet reshuffle. The reshuffled Cabinet welcomed three new ministers who, on Monday afternoon, solemnly took the oath of office and secrecy. This restructuring follows Prime Minister Dahal’s decision to form a new alliance, breaking ties with the Nepali Congress and aligning with the UML and… Continue reading PM Dahal reshuffles cabinet, forms new alliance, as three ministers take oath
Malaysia may renew hunt for missing flight MH370, 10 years after its disappearance
Kathmandu: Malaysia’s government said Sunday it may renew the hunt for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370 after a U.S. technology firm proposed a fresh search in the southern Indian Ocean where the plane is believed to have crashed a decade ago. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said Texas-based Ocean Infinity has proposed another “no find, no… Continue reading Malaysia may renew hunt for missing flight MH370, 10 years after its disappearance