Kathmandu: At least eight people, including a six-year-old boy and his mother, were killed and over 130 injured in overnight Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv, Ukrainian officials confirmed Thursday, as reported by the BBC. According to Mayor Vitali Klitschko, 12 children were among the injured — the highest number of child casualties in… Continue reading 8 dead, over 130 injured in massive Russian strikes on Kyiv
Month: July 2025
Prime Minister launches ‘FIFA Football for Schools’ campaign
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli inaugurated the ‘FIFA Football for Schools’ campaign today. During the inaugural ceremony organized by the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) at the Dashrath Stadium Kathmandu, the Prime Minister said the government accorded priority to the further development of sports sector.He also announced to build an advanced stadium in Suryabinayak… Continue reading Prime Minister launches ‘FIFA Football for Schools’ campaign
PM Oli announces construction of 50,000-capacity Stadium in Bhaktapur
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Thursday announced that the government will build a new international stadium with a seating capacity of 50,000 in Suryabinayak, Bhaktapur. Speaking at the inauguration of the ‘FIFA Football for Schools’ program at Dasharath Stadium, PM Oli said the government is accelerating the development of sports infrastructure across the… Continue reading PM Oli announces construction of 50,000-capacity Stadium in Bhaktapur
Nepal to host 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier
Kathmandu: Nepal is set to host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier in 2026, marking the country’s biggest-ever international cricket tournament. According to the ICC announcement, the tournament will take place from January 12 to February 16, 2026. The competition will feature 10 teams, with the top four earning spots in the 2026… Continue reading Nepal to host 2026 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifier
Nepal’s Dipendra Singh Airee rises to second in ICC T20I all-rounder rankings
Kathmandu: Nepal national cricket team Vice Captain Dipendra Singh Airee has climbed to second place in the ICC T20 International all-rounder rankings, marking a major milestone for Nepali cricket on the global stage. According to the latest rankings released by the International Cricket Council (ICC), Airee moved up one spot, overtaking West Indies’ Roston Chase,… Continue reading Nepal’s Dipendra Singh Airee rises to second in ICC T20I all-rounder rankings
1,401 Nepali migrant workers’ bodies repatriated in FY 2024/25
Kathmandu: A total of 1,401 bodies of Nepali migrant workers who died abroad were repatriated and handed over to their families in the Fiscal Year 2024/25, according to data released by Nepal Police. The highest number of fatalities occurred in the 26–30 age group, with 233 deaths recorded. Other major age categories included 226 deaths… Continue reading 1,401 Nepali migrant workers’ bodies repatriated in FY 2024/25
Nepal-India agree to hold next border talks in Kathmandu in August
Kathmandu: Nepal and India have agreed to convene the next meeting of the Survey Officials’ Committee (SOC) in Nepal in August 2025, as part of ongoing bilateral efforts to manage and maintain the border between the two countries. The agreement was reached during the 7th meeting of the Boundary Working Group (BWG), which reviewed progress… Continue reading Nepal-India agree to hold next border talks in Kathmandu in August
Indian film icons Amol Palekar, Illa Arun, and Prajakta Koli to attend Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival in September
Kathmandu: Indian cinema legends Amol Palekar, Illa Arun, and digital sensation Prajakta Koli are set to headline the 4th edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF), scheduled to be held on September 13 and 14 at Hotel Yak and Yeti in Kathmandu. KLF Founder and Director Rashmi Ranjan Parida announced the high-profile participation on… Continue reading Indian film icons Amol Palekar, Illa Arun, and Prajakta Koli to attend Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival in September
NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025 to feature over 50 auto brands, launching 35 new vehicles
Kathmandu: The Nepal Automobile Importers and Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) announced that the Nepal Mobility Expo 2025 will be held from August 6 to 10 at the Bhrikutimandap Exhibition Grounds in Kathmandu, showcasing more than 50 auto brands and launching 35 new vehicles, including 15 two-wheelers, 15 four-wheelers, and 5 commercial vehicles. At a press conference… Continue reading NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2025 to feature over 50 auto brands, launching 35 new vehicles
Civil society leaders urge Nepal to condemn Gaza atrocities, criticize silence on Israeli actions
Kathmandu: A group of prominent civil society leaders has called on the Government of Nepal to break its silence on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and publicly condemn what they describe as genocide and large-scale atrocities committed by the Israeli government. In a strongly worded letter submitted to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and… Continue reading Civil society leaders urge Nepal to condemn Gaza atrocities, criticize silence on Israeli actions