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PM Oli set to visit China on first week of December

Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is scheduled to embark on an official visit to China from December 2 to 5, according to high-level sources at the Prime Minister’s Office. The Chinese government has formally extended an invitation for the visit, and preparations are currently being made by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In advance… Continue reading PM Oli set to visit China on first week of December

TikTok founder becomes China’s richest man

Kathmandu: The surging global popularity of TikTok has seen the co-founder of its parent company, ByteDance, become China’s richest person. According to a rich list produced by the Hurun Research Institute, Zhang Yiming is now worth $49.3bn (£38bn) – 43% more than in 2023. The 41-year-old stepped down from his role in charge of the… Continue reading TikTok founder becomes China’s richest man

Mount Fuji breaks records as it remains snowless for longer than ever before

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Kathmandu: Mount Fuji is still without snow, making it the latest time in the year the mountain has remained bare since records began 130 years ago. The peaks of Japan’s highest mountain typically gets a sprinkling of snow by early October, but unusually warm weather has meant no snowfall has been reported so far this… Continue reading Mount Fuji breaks records as it remains snowless for longer than ever before

KMC bans sale of plastic flowers for Tihar Festival

Kathmandu: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has announced a ban on the sale and distribution of plastic flowers during the upcoming Tihar festival. Mayor Balendra Shah made the announcement, emphasizing the need to promote locally-produced flowers. To support local flower sellers, the KMC has designated 46 specific locations within the metropolitan area for sales during… Continue reading KMC bans sale of plastic flowers for Tihar Festival

RSP MPs urge release of Rabi Lamichhane to facilitate investigation

Kathmandu: Members of the Rashtriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have requested the release of party chairman Ravi Lamichhane from custody to allow for a fair investigation process. During a meeting of the State Affairs and Good Governance Committee in the House of Representatives, MP Dr. Chanda Karki emphasized that Lamichhane is not a flight risk and… Continue reading RSP MPs urge release of Rabi Lamichhane to facilitate investigation

Nepal to face Bangladesh in SAFF Women’s Championship final

Kathmandu: Nepal’s national women’s football team is set to compete against Bangladesh in the final of the SAFF Women’s Championship on Wednesday. This marks the second consecutive year that Nepal has reached the finals, hoping to secure their first title. Captain and goalkeeper, Anjila Tumbapo Subba, expressed the team’s determination to win the championship, emphasizing… Continue reading Nepal to face Bangladesh in SAFF Women’s Championship final

NRB to issue new 100-Rupee notes featuring updated political map

Kathmandu: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has contracted a Chinese company to produce new 100-rupee notes that will showcase the country’s revised political map, marking the first instance of currency reflecting recent constitutional amendments. The Council of Ministers approved the design change, which includes the newly recognized borders of Limpiyadhura, Lipulek, and Kalapani, as part of… Continue reading NRB to issue new 100-Rupee notes featuring updated political map

Nepal defeats India 4-2 on penalties to reach SAFF Women’s Championship final

Kathmandu: Nepal advanced to the final of the SAFF Women’s Championship after defeating India 4-2 in a penalty shootout on Sunday at Dasharath Stadium. The semifinal match ended in a 1-1 draw after regular time, marked by controversial officiating. Substitute goalkeeper Anjana Rana Magar played a crucial role, saving two penalties, including a key attempt… Continue reading Nepal defeats India 4-2 on penalties to reach SAFF Women’s Championship final