Kathmandu: The ‘Nepal-Myanmar Trade and Tourism Expo 2025’ has concluded in Yangon, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties and promote Buddhist tourism in Nepal. According to the Nepal Tourism Board, the expo served as a platform to invite Buddhist pilgrims from Myanmar to visit Nepal. The event was organized on March 21-22 to mark the 65th… Continue reading ‘Nepal-Myanmar Trade and Tourism Expo 2025’ concludes in Yangon
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India, Nepal sign MoU to strengthen investment banking cooperation
Kathmandu: The Association of Investment Bankers of India (AIBI) and the Merchant Bankers Association of Nepal (MBAN) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration in the investment banking sector. According to a press release issued by AIBI, the agreement aims to promote capacity building, professional development, regulatory understanding, and best practices for… Continue reading India, Nepal sign MoU to strengthen investment banking cooperation
Nepal govt considers lowering marriage age, introducing ‘Romeo-Juliet’ model
Kathmandu: The government is considering two potential changes to the legal marriage age as part of an amendment to the Child Act, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak said on Sunday. During a discussion in the Law, Justice, and Human Rights Committee of the House of Representatives, Minister Lekhak stated that the Cabinet is reviewing an amendment… Continue reading Nepal govt considers lowering marriage age, introducing ‘Romeo-Juliet’ model
UNDP and Nepal Tourism Board launch $5M Sustainable Tourism Project
Kathmandu: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) have signed a $5 million financing agreement to launch the Sustainable Tourism Project (STP), an initiative aimed at strengthening tourism infrastructure, skilling the workforce, and creating 2,500 sustainable jobs across Nepal. The project aligns with Nepal’s 16th Plan, the Sustainable Development Goals… Continue reading UNDP and Nepal Tourism Board launch $5M Sustainable Tourism Project
Nepal urges Ukraine to release 7 Nepali nationals held captive by military
Kathmandu: Nepal’s Foreign Minister, Arzu Rana Deuba, has called on the Ukrainian government to release seven Nepali nationals currently being held captive by the Ukrainian military. Minister Rana made this appeal during a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi, India. According to Minister Rana’s… Continue reading Nepal urges Ukraine to release 7 Nepali nationals held captive by military
Gold price hits record high in Nepali market
Kathmandu: The price of gold in the domestic market has reached a new all-time high, setting a fresh record on Wednesday. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Associations, the price of gold surged by Rs 800 per tola, reaching Rs 176,000 per tola. This marks the highest price ever recorded for… Continue reading Gold price hits record high in Nepali market
1st commercial charter flight from Pokhara to Chengdu takes off
Kathmandu: For the first time, a commercial charter flight has been operated from Pokhara International Airport to Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China. The flight, which took off on Tuesday, marks a significant milestone for the airport, which opened its doors in January 2023. The historic flight was made possible through the collaboration of several organizations, including… Continue reading 1st commercial charter flight from Pokhara to Chengdu takes off
NASA astronauts return to earth after extended mission in Space
Kathmandu: NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, alongside their fellow crew members, have safely returned to Earth after a nine-month mission in space. Their journey back concluded with a dramatic re-entry through Earth’s atmosphere in a SpaceX capsule, followed by a gentle splashdown off the coast of Florida. The astronauts’ capsule was greeted by… Continue reading NASA astronauts return to earth after extended mission in Space
Russia doesn’t want peace, says EU foreign chief
Kathmandu: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has said he will discuss “land,” “power plants,” and “dividing up certain assets” with Russian President Vladimir Putin during Ukraine peace talks set for Tuesday. According to a BBC report, Moscow has confirmed that a call between the two leaders is being planned but has not disclosed details of… Continue reading Russia doesn’t want peace, says EU foreign chief
Nepal govt eases NID requirement for vulnerable groups
Kathmandu: The government has introduced exemptions allowing children, persons with disabilities, the helpless, and citizens above 90 years of age to access essential services even without a national identity card. Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak announced the decision during a House of Representatives meeting on Monday, stating that the move aims to prevent barriers in service… Continue reading Nepal govt eases NID requirement for vulnerable groups