PM Oli defends Kirtipur Cricket Stadium project amid criticism over delays

Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Wednesday defended the ongoing construction of the Kirtipur Cricket Stadium, pushing back against what he called “unwarranted criticism” over minor delays in the project. Speaking in Parliament in response to lawmakers’ concerns, Oli said the stadium was nearing completion and attributed the delays to procedural and environmental hurdles.… Continue reading PM Oli defends Kirtipur Cricket Stadium project amid criticism over delays

203 Nepalis stranded in China rescued after Bhotekoshi floods

Kathmandu: A total of 203 Nepalis stranded in Kerung, China, following the July 8 Bhotekoshi floods have been safely repatriated through the Rasuwagadhi border on Wednesday. The group, comprised mostly of drivers and their assistants, had been trapped after flooding from the Lhende River damaged the Nepal-China border customs point. The disruption left them unable… Continue reading 203 Nepalis stranded in China rescued after Bhotekoshi floods

At least 31 dead after military jet crashes into school in Dhaka, Bangladesh

Firemen work at the site of a Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft that crashed into a school campus shortly after takeoff in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Monday, July 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Mahmud Hossain Opu)

Kathmandu: Bangladesh is mourning the loss of at least 31 lives after a Bangladesh Air Force F-7 training jet crashed into the Milestone School and College in Dhaka on July 21, 2025, BBC reports. The incident, which occurred shortly after 1:00 PM local time, has become the deadliest aviation disaster in the country in decades.… Continue reading At least 31 dead after military jet crashes into school in Dhaka, Bangladesh

New bird species, Siberian Sand Plover, officially recorded in Nepal

Kathmandu: Nepal has officially recorded the Siberian Sand Plover (Charadrius mongolus) as a new bird species within its borders, adding to the country’s growing list of avian diversity. The bird, locally named Siberiyali Rajputrika, was first sighted on June 20 in the Manohara area of Madhyapur Thimi Municipality at an altitude of 1,319 metres. The… Continue reading New bird species, Siberian Sand Plover, officially recorded in Nepal

Four ministers meet to address acute water crisis in Madhesh

Kathmandu: Amid an alarming shortage of drinking water and irrigation caused by extremely low monsoon rainfall, four federal ministers held a high-level meeting on Monday to discuss urgent interventions in Madhesh Province. The meeting, initiated by Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development Ramnath Adhikari, brought together Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Dipak Khadka,… Continue reading Four ministers meet to address acute water crisis in Madhesh

20 Nepali cricketers to train in Bengaluru ahead of ICC T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier

Kathmandu: The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced that 20 national cricketers will participate in a close-camp training session in Bengaluru, India, as part of their preparation for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier. According to a press statement issued by CAN, the intensive training will take place at the National… Continue reading 20 Nepali cricketers to train in Bengaluru ahead of ICC T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier

Nhyoo Bajracharya to perform at Paleti for the first time, Banika Pradhan to join

Kathmandu: Renowned composer and musician Nhyoo Bajracharya is set to perform for the first time at Paleti, a signature musical series organized by Nepalaya. According to a statement released by the organizers, the upcoming edition of the series will be held on July 25 and 26 at Nepalaya’s ‘r’ Sala and will also feature vocalist… Continue reading Nhyoo Bajracharya to perform at Paleti for the first time, Banika Pradhan to join

Massive devotee turnout at Pashupatinath on first Shrawan Monday

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Kathmandu: On the occasion of the first Monday of Sawan month, all four doors of the Pashupatinath temple are open from 3 am today for the devotees. Arun Biset, an official of the Pashupati Area Development Trust (PADT), shared that provisions have been arranged considering that around 500,000 devotees would visit and pay homage to… Continue reading Massive devotee turnout at Pashupatinath on first Shrawan Monday

Government to provide free diabetes treatment for children nationwide: Health Minister

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Kathmandu: Minister for Health and Population Pradip Paudel announced that the government will soon provide free diabetes testing and treatment for children across all seven provinces. Speaking at a diabetes awareness event in Gaindakot, Paudel emphasized the state’s responsibility to ensure healthcare access for vulnerable groups, particularly children and the elderly. “There is a misconception… Continue reading Government to provide free diabetes treatment for children nationwide: Health Minister

UML Chair Oli, former President Bhandari meet

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Kathmandu: CPN UML Chairman and Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and former President Bidya Devi Bhandari held a meeting. The two held one-to-one meeting at the UML’s central office, Lalitpur today. The meeting is held on the eve of the party’s central committee meeting.  Emerging from the meeting, former President Bhandari briefly interacted with the… Continue reading UML Chair Oli, former President Bhandari meet