Kathmandu: The 10th National Games will now be held from May 17 to 24, 2025, in Surkhet, Karnali Province, following a decision by the National Sports Council (NSC). The revised schedule was finalized during the 121st NSC board meeting, chaired by Minister for Youth and Sports Tejulal Chaudhary. The event was initially set for April… Continue reading 10th National Games rescheduled for May,2025 in Surkhet
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Nepal’s 1st woman judge Sharada Shrestha passes away
Kathmandu: Sharada Shrestha, Nepal’s first woman judge and former Supreme Court Justice, passed away today at the age of 84. She died while undergoing treatment at the Police Hospital in Maharajgunj, according to Supreme Court Information Officer Nirajan Pandey. Shrestha had been receiving medical care for several days due to health complications. She made history… Continue reading Nepal’s 1st woman judge Sharada Shrestha passes away
Purnima Shrestha appointed goodwill ambassador for 75th anniversary of Annapurna Ascent
Kathmandu: The French Embassy has appointed mountaineer and photojournalist Purnima Shrestha as Goodwill Ambassador to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the historic first ascent of Annapurna. The milestone, achieved on June 3, 1950, by French climbers Maurice Herzog and Louis Lachenal with the support of a Franco-Nepali expedition team, will be officially celebrated on June… Continue reading Purnima Shrestha appointed goodwill ambassador for 75th anniversary of Annapurna Ascent
6.1 magnitude earthquake in Sindhupalchowk, Nepal
Kathmandu: A total of 38 aftershocks were recorded following a 6.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Sindhupalchowk early Friday morning at 2:51 am, according to the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Center (NEMRC). The NEMRC confirmed that the tremor was an aftershock of the devastating 2015 Gorkha earthquake. The aftershocks, ranging between 2.3 and 3.8 magnitude,… Continue reading 6.1 magnitude earthquake in Sindhupalchowk, Nepal
International conference on Digital Crime Control begins Thursday in KTM
Kathmandu: A two-day international conference on digital crime control is set to begin in the capital on Thursday, organized by the Office of the Attorney General. Representatives from 13 countries will participate in discussions on emerging trends in digital crime, investigations, and justice. The conference aims to facilitate international experience exchange and strengthen institutional capacity… Continue reading International conference on Digital Crime Control begins Thursday in KTM
Mahakumbh mela in India concludes with final rituals amid massive devotee turnout
Kathmandu: The six-week-long Kumbh Mela festival concludes on Wednesday with final ritual river bathing ceremonies, marking the end of one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. Organizers estimate that hundreds of millions of devotees participated in the event. Despite two tragic stampedes that resulted in dozens of deaths, the festival has been hailed… Continue reading Mahakumbh mela in India concludes with final rituals amid massive devotee turnout
Devotees in Nepal celebrate Maha Shivaratri with prayers and rituals
Kathmandu: Devotees across the country are celebrating Maha Shivaratri today, observing the festival with prayers, rituals, and temple visits to honor Lord Shiva. The festival, observed annually on the midnight of Falgun Krishna Chaturdashi, marks the divine manifestation of Lord Shiva. According to religious scriptures, the Supreme Being assumed the form of Shiva at midnight… Continue reading Devotees in Nepal celebrate Maha Shivaratri with prayers and rituals
NRB to withdraw additional Rs 25 billion for liquidity management
Kathmandu: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) is set to withdraw an additional Rs 25 billion from the banking system as part of its liquidity management efforts, after banks struggled to increase lending. According to NRB, the funds will be withdrawn through a bidding system over a period of 22 days. The central bank has invited proposals… Continue reading NRB to withdraw additional Rs 25 billion for liquidity management
Gold hits record high at Rs 171,300 per tola in Nepal
Kathmandu: The price of gold in Nepal’s domestic market surged to an all-time high of Rs 171,300 per tola on Tuesday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association. This marks an increase of Rs 500 per tola from Monday, when fine gold was priced at Rs 170,800 per tola. The previous… Continue reading Gold hits record high at Rs 171,300 per tola in Nepal
Nepal imports 1.23 million smartphones worth Rs 19 billion in seven months
Kathmandu: Nepal imported 1.229 million smartphones worth Rs 18.98 billion in the first seven months of the current fiscal year (FY 2024/25), according to the Department of Customs (DoC). The government collected Rs 3.35 billion in customs duty on these imports between mid-July and mid-February. The latest figures show an increase of 126,000 units compared… Continue reading Nepal imports 1.23 million smartphones worth Rs 19 billion in seven months