TIA to close for 10 hours daily for runway expansion

Kathmandu: Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) is set to close for 10 hours daily starting November 9, 2024, to facilitate runway extension work, coinciding with the peak tourist season. The closure will last for five months, significantly impacting the arrival of international tourists. The airport will operate from 8 AM to 10 PM during this period,… Continue reading TIA to close for 10 hours daily for runway expansion

NRB to sell gold coins for dhanteras on October 29

Kathmandu: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) will hold an exclusive sale of gold coins on Tuesday, October 29, in celebration of Dhanteras. Each gold coin weighs 2.5 grams and will be available for public purchase. Sales will commence at 11 AM and continue until 4 PM, subject to the availability of stock. In addition, silver coins… Continue reading NRB to sell gold coins for dhanteras on October 29

PM Oli calls for climate justice advocacy ahead of COP-29

Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has urged ministries and agencies to robustly advocate for climate justice at the upcoming COP-29 climate conference. During a meeting of the Environment Conservation and Climate Change Management National Council on Friday, PM Oli emphasized the importance of addressing the concerns of vulnerable nations, including Nepal, as articulated in… Continue reading PM Oli calls for climate justice advocacy ahead of COP-29

Arrest warrants issued for Rabi Lamichhane and former DIG Chhabilal Joshi in Rupandehi

Kathmandu: The Rupandehi District Court has issued arrest warrants for Rabi Lamichhane and former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Chhabilal Joshi as part of an ongoing investigation into organized crime linked to the Supreme Cooperative fraud case in Butwal. Judge Shyam Prasad Shrestha approved the warrants, which also sanction the arrest of 12 other individuals associated… Continue reading Arrest warrants issued for Rabi Lamichhane and former DIG Chhabilal Joshi in Rupandehi

Nepal’s Labor Ministry pursues new labor destinations for workers

Kathmandu: The Ministry of Labor, Employment, and Social Security (MoLESS) is ramping up efforts to secure new labor destination countries for Nepali workers. In a recent announcement, the ministry revealed that bilateral labor agreements with Oman and Spain are currently in progress. Following high-level discussions, a draft labor agreement with Oman has been submitted to… Continue reading Nepal’s Labor Ministry pursues new labor destinations for workers

Theatres urged to adhere to maximum retail price for food and beverages

Photo Courtesy: QFX cinemas

Kathmandu: In a recent statement, the Department of Commerce Supplies and Consumer Protection (DoCSCP) has emphasized that food and beverages sold in theatres must not exceed the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) indicated on their labels. This directive applies to all sealed food and beverage packets, including bottled drinks such as water and juice. The DoCSCP… Continue reading Theatres urged to adhere to maximum retail price for food and beverages

Nepal condemns attacks on UNIFIL peacekeepers, calls for immediate action

Kathmandu: Nepal has strongly condemned recent attacks on United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeepers and called for the conflicting parties to ensure their safety. The condemnation was articulated in a joint declaration with 34 nations contributing to UNIFIL, released today via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ official X (formerly Twitter) platform. The statement… Continue reading Nepal condemns attacks on UNIFIL peacekeepers, calls for immediate action

Nepal secures historic 11-0 victory over Maldives in SAFF Women’s Championship

Kathmandu: In a stunning display of dominance, Nepal triumphed over the Maldives with an 11-0 victory in the SAFF Women’s Championship match on Monday. The match, held at Dhasharath Stadium, marked Nepal’s first win in the tournament. Rekha Poudel was the standout performer, scoring an impressive five goals. Priti Rai contributed significantly with a hat-trick,… Continue reading Nepal secures historic 11-0 victory over Maldives in SAFF Women’s Championship

RSP Chairman Rabi Lamichhane presented in court amid cooperative fraud case

Kathmandu: Rabi Lamichhane, the chairman of the National Independent Party (Raswap), was presented in the Kaski District Court today as part of an investigation into a cooperative fraud and organized crime case linked to the Surya Darshan Savings and Credit Cooperative Limited in Pokhara. Lamichhane, a former Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister, was arrested… Continue reading RSP Chairman Rabi Lamichhane presented in court amid cooperative fraud case