Kathmandu: Health and Population Minister Pradeep Paudel highlighted that Nepal is significantly affected by climate change, urging the international community to assist in mitigating its impacts. Despite Nepal’s minimal contribution to climate change, he noted that its citizens are severely affected, and he has been advocating for actions at both national and international levels to… Continue reading Nepal is 1st country in South Asia to develop a National Health Adaptation Plan: Health Minister Paudel
Month: September 2024
Rabi Lamichhane responds to cooperative funds scandal, ready to accept committee recommendations
Kathmandu: In a Facebook Live broadcast from the Rastriya Swatantra Party office on Tuesday evening, Rabi Lamichhane, the chair of the fourth-largest party in parliament, addressed the recent cooperative funds misappropriation scandal. Lamichhane declared his readiness to implement recommendations made by the parliamentary special investigation committee, which, he asserted, found no evidence linking him to… Continue reading Rabi Lamichhane responds to cooperative funds scandal, ready to accept committee recommendations
IMF urges Nepal to strengthen bank oversight amid economic recovery
Kathmandu: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on Nepalese authorities to enhance monitoring of banks as the country works to recover from its economic slowdown. This recommendation follows a visit by an IMF team led by Sarwat Jahan on September 11-12, aimed at assessing recent macroeconomic developments and the implementation of programs supported by… Continue reading IMF urges Nepal to strengthen bank oversight amid economic recovery
Central Banking in the 21st Century discussed at Inaugural Himalaya Shumsher Memorial Lecture
Kathmandu: The inaugural Himalaya Shumsher Memorial Lecture, organized by the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), explored the evolving role of central banks in the modern economic landscape. The event honored Himalaya Shumsher Rana, the NRB’s first governor, who played a crucial role in shaping Nepal’s financial systems from 1956 to 1961. A senior official from the… Continue reading Central Banking in the 21st Century discussed at Inaugural Himalaya Shumsher Memorial Lecture
Indian actor Chiranjeevi enters Guinness World Records
Kathmandu: Indian actor Chiranjeevi has officially entered the Guinness World Records for his remarkable achievement in the film industry. Over his 45-year career, he has performed dance in 537 songs across 156 films. He was honored with this recognition by fellow actor Aamir Khan. Chiranjeevi began his acting career in 1979 with the film “Punadhirallu,”… Continue reading Indian actor Chiranjeevi enters Guinness World Records
Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month
Kathmandu: Starting this month, Americans will be able to order free COVID-19 test kits that will be mailed to their homes. U.S. households will be able to order as many as four nasal swab tests at COVIDTests.gov when the federal program reopens. The U.S. Health and Human Services agency overseeing the program has not yet… Continue reading Americans can order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month
Trump says, if he loses, 2024 run will be his last
Kathmandu: Former President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he doesn’t “think” he’d run again for president in 2028 if he falls short in his bid to return to the White House in 2024. “No, I don’t. I think that will be, that will be it,” Trump said when journalist Sharyl Attkisson asked him if… Continue reading Trump says, if he loses, 2024 run will be his last
Nepal faces 3rd straight defeat in ICC World Cup Cricket League-2
Kathmandu: Nepal has suffered its third consecutive defeat in the ICC World Cup Cricket League-2, losing to Canada by five wickets in a match held this morning at King City, Canada. Chasing a target of 182 runs, Canada reached the total in 42 overs, losing five wickets in the process. Navneet Dhaliwal and Pragat Singh… Continue reading Nepal faces 3rd straight defeat in ICC World Cup Cricket League-2
USAID launches $21 mn agricultural financing project to boost food security in Nepal
Kathmandu: The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), has announced a $21 million Agricultural Direct Financing project aimed at enhancing food security in Nepal. This initiative is part of the U.S. Government’s new Global Food Security Strategy (GFSS) Nepal Country Plan for 2024-2028 and will focus on strengthening agricultural development in… Continue reading USAID launches $21 mn agricultural financing project to boost food security in Nepal
Hulas Finserv hire purchase limited signs IPO agreement with NMB Capital
Kathmandu: Hulas Finserv Hire Purchase Limited is the one of the top hire purchase companies that has been licensed by Nepal Rastra Bank. Dedicated to bridging the gap between dreams and reality through accessible and flexible hire purchase solutions, Hulas Finserv is pleased to announce its partnership with NMB Capital Limited, a leading merchant bank… Continue reading Hulas Finserv hire purchase limited signs IPO agreement with NMB Capital