Kathmandu: Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and a global humanitarian, passed away at 100 in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, after entering hospice care in early 2023. Carter, a peanut farmer turned politician, rose to the presidency during a turbulent time following the Watergate scandal and the Vietnam War. Although his… Continue reading Jimmy Carter, the 39th US president, has died at 100
Month: December 2024
Nepal govt amends passport regulations to extend red passport privileges
Kathmandu: The government has amended the Passport Regulations, 2077, granting the privilege of red (diplomatic) passports to senior officials from Nepal’s security and intelligence agencies. This includes the Chief of the Nepali Army, Additional Inspector Generals (AIGs) of Nepal Police and the Armed Police Force, and the Additional Chief Investigation Director of the National Investigation… Continue reading Nepal govt amends passport regulations to extend red passport privileges
New ordinance introduces stricter rules for cooperative sector
Kathmandu: The cooperative sector in Nepal is set to undergo significant reforms as a new ordinance, issued by President Ram Chandra Paudel on Sunday, enforces stricter regulations aimed at enhancing governance and transparency. One of the key provisions of the ordinance requires individuals depositing over Rs 1 million in cooperatives to disclose the source of… Continue reading New ordinance introduces stricter rules for cooperative sector
Bhim Rawal to announce plans for new political party on Wednesday
Kathmandu: Dr. Bhim Rawal, who was recently expelled from the CPN-UML, is preparing to disclose his future political plans at a press conference scheduled for Wednesday. According to his associate Govinda Duwal, Rawal will use the platform to outline his next steps and address ongoing speculation about his political trajectory. The event will take place… Continue reading Bhim Rawal to announce plans for new political party on Wednesday
Gurung community celebrates Tamu Lhosar as New Year across the country
Kathmandu: The Gurung community is celebrating Tamu Lhosar as their New Year today, with various programs being held across the country, including the capital city. The Tamu Lhosar Main Organizing Committee has organized a grand celebration at Tundikhel, Kathmandu, where cultural performances and traditional rituals are being showcased to mark the occasion. Tamu Lhosar is… Continue reading Gurung community celebrates Tamu Lhosar as New Year across the country
Purnima Shrestha named in CNN’s list of Extreme Athletes for 2024
Kathmandu: Nepali mountaineer and photojournalist Purnima Shrestha has been featured in CNN’s list, ‘The Extreme Athletes Who Pushed Limits in 2024.’ Purnima made history as the first woman in the world to scale Mount Everest three times in a single climbing season. She successfully reached the summit on May 12, 19, and 25 this year,… Continue reading Purnima Shrestha named in CNN’s list of Extreme Athletes for 2024
Trump Asks SC to delay potential TikTok ban, seeks political resolution
Kathmandu: President-elect Donald Trump on Friday requested the U.S. Supreme Court to halt the potential ban on TikTok until his administration can pursue a “political resolution” to the matter. The request coincides with opposing briefs filed by TikTok and the Biden administration. TikTok argued that the court should overturn the law, which could force the… Continue reading Trump Asks SC to delay potential TikTok ban, seeks political resolution
Plane crash in South Korea leaves 124 dead
Kathmandu: At least 124 people have died after a plane crash during landing at Muan Airport in South Korea. The Boeing 737-800, operated by Jeju Air, was carrying 181 passengers on a flight from Bangkok, Thailand. Footage circulating online shows the aircraft veering off the runway, colliding with a wall, and bursting into flames. While… Continue reading Plane crash in South Korea leaves 124 dead
NASA’s Parker Solar probe makes history with closest-ever approach to the Sun
Kathmandu: NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has made history by surviving the closest-ever fly-by of the Sun, enduring extreme conditions to send a successful signal back to Earth. The spacecraft passed just 3.8 million miles (6.1 million kilometers) from the solar surface on Christmas Eve, marking a groundbreaking milestone in solar exploration. After several days of… Continue reading NASA’s Parker Solar probe makes history with closest-ever approach to the Sun
Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passes away at 92
Kathmandu: Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away today at the age of 92 after battling age-related medical conditions, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) confirmed. In response to his passing, the Government of India has declared seven days of national mourning to honor the life and legacy of the esteemed leader.… Continue reading Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passes away at 92