Kathmandu: The mother and sister of Bipin Joshi have met with President Ramchandra Paudel today. It may be recalled here that Joshi from Mahendranagar was taken hostage by the Palestinian group Hamas in course of its assault on Israel on October 7, 2023. With the coordination of the Nepalese embassy in Israel, Bipin’s mother Padma… Continue reading Bipin Joshi’s mother and sister call on President
Month: August 2025
Nepal’s economic growth of 4.61 percent estimated for FY 2024/25
Kathmandu: The economic growth rate has increased and inflation has decreased in the last Fiscal Year 2024/25 as compared to the previous fiscal year. Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) stated this in its report entitled Current Macroeconomic and Financial Situation of Nepal (Based on Annual Data (Mid-July 2025 of 2024/25) which was issued today. According to… Continue reading Nepal’s economic growth of 4.61 percent estimated for FY 2024/25
Over 100,000 Nepalis apply for 5,300 Korea job quotas
More than 103,000 Nepalis have applied for just 5,300 job quotas offered by South Korea for 2025 under the Employment Permit System (EPS), according to the EPS Korea Branch in Nepal. South Korea has allocated the quota for workers in the manufacturing and agriculture, livestock sectors. Applications were open from August 10 to 15, during… Continue reading Over 100,000 Nepalis apply for 5,300 Korea job quotas
National Assembly slams India-China deal on Lipulekh trade route
Kathmandu: Lawmakers in the National Assembly on Friday strongly objected to a recent agreement between India and China to use Nepal’s Lipulekh Pass for bilateral trade, describing it as a violation of Nepal’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. During a special session, members called on the government through Speaker Devraj Ghimire to seek clarification and take… Continue reading National Assembly slams India-China deal on Lipulekh trade route
Chuden Kabimo wins Madan Puraskar for ‘Urmaal’
Kathmandu: Darjeeling-based Nepali writer Chuden Kabimo has won the 2081 B.S. Madan Puraskar for his novel Urmaal, the Madan Puraskar Guthi announced on Friday. The Jagadamba Shree award was conferred on Prem Dev Giri for his contribution to collecting and preserving folk songs. Urmaal, published by FinePrint, tells the stories of women tea-garden workers whose… Continue reading Chuden Kabimo wins Madan Puraskar for ‘Urmaal’
SAFF U-17 women’s Football: Nepal defeats Bhutan
Kathmandu: Nepal came from behind to defeat Bhutan in the South Asian Football Confederation (SAFF) U-17 Women’s Championship. In the match held at the Changlimithang Stadium in Bhutan today, Nepal defeated the hosts by a margin of 2-1 goals. Nepal was trailing by 1-0 in the first half of the match but equalized in the… Continue reading SAFF U-17 women’s Football: Nepal defeats Bhutan
Maoist Centre demands clarification on India-China deal over Lipulekh
Kathmandu: Lawmakers in the House of Representatives on Wednesday raised strong objections to the reported agreement between India and China to reopen the Lipulekh Pass for bilateral trade, saying the move undermines Nepal’s sovereignty. Speaking during the emergency hour, CPN (Maoist Centre) Chief Whip Hitraj Pandey demanded that the government brief Parliament on the deal,… Continue reading Maoist Centre demands clarification on India-China deal over Lipulekh
TikTok partners with NTB to showcase Nepal tourism to the world
Kathmandu: TikTok and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) jointly announced a partnership today to promote Nepal’s extraordinary landscapes, cultural heritage, and adventure experiences to a global audience. The initiative centers on #LifetimeExperiences, a creator-led campaign that will feature a dedicated in-app experience designed to help travelers discover the country’s must-see destinations and hidden gems. NTB… Continue reading TikTok partners with NTB to showcase Nepal tourism to the world
First Women Police Conference kicks off in Kathmandu
Kathmandu: First Women Police Conference kicked off in Kathmandu on Wednesday, bringing together 200 women police personnel from across the country for a two-day discussion on inclusion, empowerment, and gender equality within the force. Inaugurating the event, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak said women now make up 12 percent of the Nepal Police, up from near… Continue reading First Women Police Conference kicks off in Kathmandu
Second Nepal Premier League to begin from November 17
Kathmandu: The second edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) cricket tournament will take place from November 17 to December 13, the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) announced. Eight teams, Biratnagar Kings, Janakpur Bolts, Chitwan Rhinos, Kathmandu Gurkhas, Pokhara Avengers, Lumbini Lions, Sudurpaschim Royals and Karnali Yaks, will compete in the Twenty20 tournament. The player… Continue reading Second Nepal Premier League to begin from November 17