Kathmandu: Minister for Communications and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung has announced that the government will implement the Digital Nepal Framework (DNF) 2.0 within this year. Speaking at a meeting of the Development, Economic Affairs and Good Governance Committee under the National Assembly on Tuesday, Gurung said the updated framework has been prepared and will… Continue reading Digital Nepal Framework 2.0 to be enforced this year: Minister Gurung
Month: August 2025
Nepal committed to climate-resilient agriculture: Minister Adhikari
Kathmandu: Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development Ramnath Adhikari has pledged to promote inclusive and climate-resilient farming in Nepal, emphasizing climate-friendly agriculture, sustainable livestock practices, and the use of advanced technologies. Speaking at the “Interregional Dialogues on Family Farming” in Kathmandu on Tuesday, Adhikari said Nepal is prioritizing irrigation expansion, cold storage facilities, value chain… Continue reading Nepal committed to climate-resilient agriculture: Minister Adhikari
Nepathya performs before 10,000 fans at London’s Wembley Arena
Kathmandu: Nepali band Nepathya drew a crowd of 10,000 at the world-famous Wembley Arena in London on Saturday, marking its return to the venue 12 years after its first milestone performance there. Led by frontman Amrit Gurung, the band performed a setlist that included hits such as Koshiko Pani, Aanganai Bhari, and Rato Ra Chandra… Continue reading Nepathya performs before 10,000 fans at London’s Wembley Arena
India approves additional 200 MW electricity import from Nepal
Kathmandu: India has approved the purchase of an additional 200 megawatts (MW) of electricity from Nepal, raising Nepal’s total export capacity to India to 1,010.9 MW. The approval, granted on August 11, will remain valid until October 31, 2025. The latest decision allows imports from six hydropower projects — Likhu (2), Likhu Khola A, Lower… Continue reading India approves additional 200 MW electricity import from Nepal
Cristiano Ronaldo, Georgina Rodríguez announce engagement
Kathmandu: Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo is engaged to his long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez. Rodríguez, 31, revealed the news on Instagram on Monday, posting a photo with a large ring and the caption in Spanish: “Yes, I do. In this and in all my lives.” The couple, together since 2016, share two daughters. Rodríguez has… Continue reading Cristiano Ronaldo, Georgina Rodríguez announce engagement
US, China extend trade truce until November, avoiding new tariff hikes
Kathmandu: The United States and China have agreed to extend their trade truce until 10 November, hours before higher tariffs were set to take effect, BBC reported. In a joint statement, both sides confirmed that the 30% US tariff on Chinese imports and China’s 10% tariff on US goods will remain in place for another… Continue reading US, China extend trade truce until November, avoiding new tariff hikes
Nepal waives expedition fees for 97 peaks to boost remote tourism
Kathmandu: Nepal will now allow climbers to scale 97 mountains for free over the next two years in an effort to promote tourism in remote regions, the government announced. The Tourism Department said the fee waiver applies to peaks between 5,970 metres and 7,132 metres in Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces, two of the country’s poorest… Continue reading Nepal waives expedition fees for 97 peaks to boost remote tourism
PM extends greetings on International Youth Day
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has extended best wishes to the youths on the occasion of the International Youth Day stating that this Day has inspired the youths for making them robust in social, economic, cultural and political sectors. The PM has stated that the country’s future was in the energy, creativity and dreams… Continue reading PM extends greetings on International Youth Day
Cremation Worker Detained Over Suspected Body Part Removal at Pashupati
Kathmandu: A cremation worker at Pashupati Aryaghat has been taken into police custody on suspicion of removing flesh and bones from a corpse shortly before its cremation. Kathmandu District Police Office spokesperson SP Kuldeep Chand confirmed that the suspect, a Brahmin employed at the Aryaghat, is being held at Gaushala Police Circle for questioning. The… Continue reading Cremation Worker Detained Over Suspected Body Part Removal at Pashupati
Nepal celebrates Gaijatra
Kathmandu: Gaijatra, a vibrant cultural festival celebrated in the Kathmandu Valley and several other parts of Nepal, is being observed today with a mix of fun, humor, and satire. The eight-day festival begins on the first day of the waning moon in the lunar month of Bhadra (Bhadra Krishna Pratipada) and ends on Ashtami. It… Continue reading Nepal celebrates Gaijatra