Kathmandu: The United Arab Emirates will implement its annual midday work ban from June 15 to September 15, prohibiting outdoor labor between 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM to protect workers from extreme summer heat. Now in its 21st year, the measure applies to all work conducted under direct sunlight and in open areas, particularly affecting… Continue reading UAE enforces midday work ban to protect outdoor workers from summer heat
Month: June 2025
Air India plane with 242 passengers crashes near Ahmedabad Airport
Kathmandu: An Air India aircraft carrying 242 passengers crashed near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Wednesday, according to Indian media reports. The aircraft was reportedly on its final approach when it encountered technical difficulties and went down near the airport vicinity. The flight was believed to be arriving from an international destination. Full details… Continue reading Air India plane with 242 passengers crashes near Ahmedabad Airport
Nepal Shines with a Vibrant Tourism Showcase at ITE Hong Kong 2025
Kathmandu: Nepal Tourism Board is captivating participants at the International Travel Expo (ITE) Hong Kong 2025 by showcasing Nepal’s rich cultural heritage, majestic Himalayan landscapes, and thrilling adventure activities. Being held from June 12–15, 2025, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Nepal’s pavilion is strategically located at Booth K101, Hall 1B, aiming to strengthen marketing and… Continue reading Nepal Shines with a Vibrant Tourism Showcase at ITE Hong Kong 2025
Police Open Fire to Control Drug Dealers in Tokha, Kathmandu
Kathmandu: Police had to open fire to control drug dealers in Tokha, Kathmandu, after the drug enforcement team came under attack. Following intelligence reports of long-standing brown heroin dealing in the Kathmandu Valley, two individuals were apprehended on the road in Sundhara, Kathmandu Metropolitan City-11, at 2 PM today during a search operation. Interrogation of… Continue reading Police Open Fire to Control Drug Dealers in Tokha, Kathmandu
UNDP Human Development Report 2025 released, Nepal ranks 145
Kathmandu: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) released its ‘Human Development Report, 2025’ at a function held in the capital on Tuesday. The report focuses on the impact that artificial intelligence (AI) can have on the multidimensional aspects of human development along with the potential that it carries. The report also highlights the potential for… Continue reading UNDP Human Development Report 2025 released, Nepal ranks 145
FNCCI held discussion on multilateral trading system with IOE and WTO
Kathmandu: Chandra Prasad Dhakal, President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), has engaged in discussions with international organisations regarding investment expansion and market access for small countries like Nepal in the evolving economic landscape. During separate meetings held on the occasion of the 113th International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland,… Continue reading FNCCI held discussion on multilateral trading system with IOE and WTO
Labour agreement reached between Nepal and Saudi
Kathmandu: A labour agreement has reached between Nepal and Saudi Arabia.During the sideline bilateral meeting and discussion on Tuesday, the landmark agreement took place between Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security, Sharat Singh Bhandari, and Saudi Arabia’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tariq Al Hamad for sending Nepali workforce to Saudi Arabia, informed Minister… Continue reading Labour agreement reached between Nepal and Saudi
Protests in LA ease after 3 days of unrest amid immigration raids
Kathmandu: Protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles have calmed overnight following three days of unrest, with Mayor Karen Bass urging demonstrators to avoid “violence and chaos,” BBC reports. The demonstrations, primarily concentrated in downtown LA, saw vehicles set on fire and a British photographer seriously injured after being hit by a sponge bullet. Despite… Continue reading Protests in LA ease after 3 days of unrest amid immigration raids
US-China trade talks in London amid ongoing tensions
Kathmandu: A new round of trade negotiations between the United States and China began in central London as both sides seek to ease the ongoing trade war that threatens global economic growth, the BBC reports. A senior US delegation, including Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, met with Chinese officials such as Vice Premier He Lifeng at… Continue reading US-China trade talks in London amid ongoing tensions
Health Minister Paudel plans to add over 2,000 health workers to federal hospitals
Kathmandu: Health and Population Minister Pradip Paudel is advancing plans to recruit more than 2,000 additional health personnel across federal hospitals in Nepal to address the growing patient load and staff shortages. Following an organizational and management survey conducted by an internal task force led by Administrative Secretary Rishi Acharya, a report has recommended adding… Continue reading Health Minister Paudel plans to add over 2,000 health workers to federal hospitals