Kathmandu: Direct flights from Pokhara International Airport to Paro, Bhutan, officially began on Tuesday, marking a key milestone for Nepal’s newest international airport. Universal Tours and Travels (UTT) had earlier announced four charter flights starting September 28, but the schedule was repeatedly pushed back due to “various reasons,” including the unrest in Nepal in early… Continue reading Pokhara–Bhutan direct flights begin as Bhutan Airlines inaugurates new route
Month: November 2025
World Children’s Day: Call for improved child rights, gender equality from TU Cricket Ground
Kathmandu: Today, November 20, marks World Children’s Day. In partnership with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and the Australian Embassy, the day was observed at the TU Cricket Ground through a special programme themed “Levelling the Playing Field.” The event aimed to advocate for equal opportunities for children across the country, promote the retention… Continue reading World Children’s Day: Call for improved child rights, gender equality from TU Cricket Ground
Recommendation made to mobilize Nepali Army in election
Kathmandu: The Council of Ministers has been recommended to mobilize the Nepali Army in the election to the upcoming House of Representatives. A meeting of the National Security Council held on Thursday under chairmanship of Prime Minister Sushila Karki, decided to recommend before the Council of Ministers to mobilize Nepali Army in accordance with Article… Continue reading Recommendation made to mobilize Nepali Army in election
MCC Nepal Compact: Additional 50 million USD funding confirmed
Kathmandu: The Government of Nepal and Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) under the US Government have announced an additional grant financing of 50 million US dollars (around 7 billion rupees) for the MCC Nepal Compact. With this announcement, the total amount available for Nepal under the Compact has reached 747 million US dollars (around 106 billion… Continue reading MCC Nepal Compact: Additional 50 million USD funding confirmed
Communication Minister sees need of amendment in film bill
Kathmandu: Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Jagadish Kharel, has said that the Film Bill, 2081 needs to be revised as it is incomplete. He mentioned that the bill, which came after 56 years, is not timely and urged the National Assembly’s Legislative Committee to make it more refined and dispute-free with necessary amendments. Speaking… Continue reading Communication Minister sees need of amendment in film bill
“AI for Tourism & Hospitality Excellence” Workshop kicks off in Kathmandu
Kathmandu: A two-day Human Capital Development (HCD) workshop on “AI for Tourism and Hospitality Excellence” began in Kathmandu on Sunday, bringing together 60 professionals from Nepal’s tourism and hospitality sector. The workshop, jointly organized by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), is being held at Hotel Yak… Continue reading “AI for Tourism & Hospitality Excellence” Workshop kicks off in Kathmandu
Inflation down significantly in Q1 compared to same period last year: NRB
Kathmandu: Inflation has decreased significantly compared to last year as the average inflation stood at 1.67 percent in the first quarter of current fiscal year compared to 4.26 percent a year ago. This is stated in a report entitled ‘Current Macroeconomic and Financial Situation of Nepal based on three months data of 2025/26’ published by… Continue reading Inflation down significantly in Q1 compared to same period last year: NRB
Nepal and India agree to make border security more effective
Kathmandu: An understanding has been reached between the Armed Police Force, Nepal, and the Seema Surakshya Bal (Border Security Force), India, to forward necessary coordination and collaboration to make joint border patrol and border security more effective. During the 9th bilateral coordination meeting, discussions were held on the issue of controlling cross-border crimes and drug… Continue reading Nepal and India agree to make border security more effective
Nepal receives USD 9.4 million from World Bank’s FCPF
Kathmandu: Nepal has received $9.4 million (Rs 1.19 billion) from World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) for reducing approximately 1.88 million tons of carbon dioxide under its REDD+ Emission Reductions Program in the Terai Arc Landscape. This is the first payment under the FCPF’s Emission Reductions Payment Agreement (ERPA) — a major milestone in… Continue reading Nepal receives USD 9.4 million from World Bank’s FCPF
Nepal-Australia celebrate 65 Years of Diplomatic Relations
Kathmandu: Prime Minister Sushila Karki has said that Nepal truly values Australia’s friendship, its continued development assistance and its principled support to the country’s democratic and inclusive transformation. Participating in a special reception hosted by the Embassy of Australia in Nepal to commemorate 65 years of diplomatic relations between Australia and Nepal on Saturday, Prime… Continue reading Nepal-Australia celebrate 65 Years of Diplomatic Relations