Kathmandu: At least 36 people have died and 27 have been injured after a bus fell into a gorge in India’s northern state of Uttarakhand. Officials said 44 people were on board when the driver lost control and the bus fell into a 50m-deep ditch in Marchula, located in the state’s Almora district. The state… Continue reading At least 36 die after bus falls into a gorge in India
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Thai Air Asia resumes flights from and to Nepal
Kathmandu: Thai Air Asia has resumed operations at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, following the launch of commercial flights from Gautam Buddha International Airport (GBIA) in Bhairahawa starting Sunday. This marks Thai Air Asia as the fourth airline to provide commercial services at GBIA, Nepal’s second international airport. The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal… Continue reading Thai Air Asia resumes flights from and to Nepal
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Kathmandu: In an exciting match at the Hong Kong Cricket Sixes tournament, Nepal secured an impressive victory over Australia, winning by 11 runs. After winning the toss, Australia opted to field first, allowing Nepal to set a challenging total of 111 runs in their 6-over innings, losing just two wickets. Captain Sundeep Jora led the… Continue reading Untitled
Nepal Sambat New Year 1145 celebrated nationwide
Kathmandu: Today marks the celebration of Nepal Sambat New Year 1145, with festivities taking place across the country. The Newar community is particularly active in commemorating this significant day, which is recognized as the New Year’s Day according to the indigenous Nepal Sambat calendar. The Nepal Sambat calendar was established by Shankhadhar Sakhwa in 880… Continue reading Nepal Sambat New Year 1145 celebrated nationwide
Nepal govt urges public to avoid firecracker sales during Tihar festival
Kathmandu: Government authorities are warning the public against the sale and distribution of firecrackers during the upcoming Tihar festival. Engaging in these activities could lead to serious legal consequences, including imprisonment for up to three years and fines of up to 30,000 Nepalese Rupees. Nepal Police has confirmed that these measures are part of the… Continue reading Nepal govt urges public to avoid firecracker sales during Tihar festival
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
Gold prices continue to rise in Nepali market
Kathmandu: The price of gold soared to an unprecedented level in the domestic market on Wednesday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Associations. Gold prices surged by Rs 2,200 per tola, now trading at Rs 170,700 per tola, up from Rs 168,500 per tola on Tuesday. In addition to gold, the… Continue reading Gold prices continue to rise in Nepali market
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
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