Kathmandu: Air pollution is the number one risk factor for death and disability in Nepal. Single-sector solutions are not sufficient to meet any clean air target. Public policy and investment need to optimize air quality actions across sectors, prioritizing those with the most cost-effective solutions, says the World Bank in a new report. The report,… Continue reading Air pollution is number one health risk factor in Nepal: World Bank
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Government files Rs 1.36 billion tax evasion lawsuit against ‘Nepal Can Move’
Kathmandu: The Government of Nepal has filed a lawsuit demanding over Rs 1.36 billion from Nepal Can Move Pvt Ltd and its operators, accusing them of large-scale tax evasion through concealed sales and undeclared income. The Department of Revenue Investigation (DoRI) registered the case at the High Court on Sunday, charging Nepal Can Move Pvt… Continue reading Government files Rs 1.36 billion tax evasion lawsuit against ‘Nepal Can Move’
Inter-tier collaboration necessary for development of IT sector: Minister Gurung
Kathmandu: Minister for Communications and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung has said that collaboration between all three levels of government is necessary for the development of the information technology sector. At a program held to review the National Information and Communication Technology Day-2082 at the ministry today, Minister Gurung emphasized that the development of information… Continue reading Inter-tier collaboration necessary for development of IT sector: Minister Gurung
Call to review VAT, luxury tax on diamond, gems jewelries and gold
Kathmandu: The Federation of Nepal Gold Silver Gem and Jewelry Associations has urged the government to review the decision to impose Value Added Tax (VAT) on diamond and gems, and luxury tax on gold. At a news conference today, the Federation feared that such taxes could impact the business too, while some of the businesses… Continue reading Call to review VAT, luxury tax on diamond, gems jewelries and gold
PM Oli directs to take action against those involved in vandalism
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has directed Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak to take legal action against those involved in vandalism and violent activities in Tribhuvan University. During the meeting with TU office-bearers at Singha Durbar on Monday, PM Oli, also the Chancellor of the University, shared that he had drawn the attention of the… Continue reading PM Oli directs to take action against those involved in vandalism
Israel-Iran conflict escalates into third day as civilian casualties mount
Kathmandu: The conflict between Iran and Israel has entered its third consecutive day, with both nations continuing to exchange deadly strikes that have left scores of civilians dead and heightened fears of wider regional instability. The escalation began early Friday when Israel launched a series of coordinated attacks on Iran, targeting nuclear facilities, military sites,… Continue reading Israel-Iran conflict escalates into third day as civilian casualties mount
Two people including Indian national found dead in Kathmandu
Kathmandu: Two people including an Indian national were found dead at Pasikot in Budhanilkantha Municipality-4, Kathmandu. Police said that Indian national Param Narayan Gil, 54, and 28-year-old Anjana Tamang of Galchhi Rural Municipality in Dhading district were found dead at a house located at the premises of Kid Zone School in Budhanilkantha, Spokesperson of District… Continue reading Two people including Indian national found dead in Kathmandu
Case filed against RSP Chairman Rabi Lamichhane in Parsa over cooperative fund misuse
Kathmandu: A case has been formally registered against Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairman and former Deputy Prime Minister Rabi Lamichhane at the District Court in Parsa, on charges of misappropriating funds from the Sano Paila Cooperative. Lamichhane is currently under police remand at Bhairahawa jail in connection with the high-profile Supreme Cooperative fraud case, which… Continue reading Case filed against RSP Chairman Rabi Lamichhane in Parsa over cooperative fund misuse
India gifts 40 ambulances to Nepal
Kathmandu: The Government of India on Friday handed over 40 ambulances to various health institutions across Nepal, reinforcing its continued commitment to strengthening the country’s healthcare infrastructure. The vehicles were distributed in a coordinated handover ceremony held at four locations: the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu, the Consulate General in Birgunj, and the Pension Paying Offices… Continue reading India gifts 40 ambulances to Nepal
Nepal resumes power export to Bangladesh, to earn Rs 1.29 billion in five months
Kathmandu: Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has resumed the export of electricity to Bangladesh, sending 40 megawatts of power through India’s transmission line starting today. Nepal had exported electricity to Bangladesh for the first time on July 15, 2024, but it lasted only 12 hours. The export has now resumed after nearly a year, following a… Continue reading Nepal resumes power export to Bangladesh, to earn Rs 1.29 billion in five months