Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has urged the foreign investors to invest in the science and technology sector in Nepal as road, electricity and other infrastructures have been developed in the country. Speaking at a programme organised by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology on the occasion of the National Information and Communication… Continue reading PM Oli calls for more investment in ICT sector
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Government’s Policies and Programmes aimed at rapid economic development
Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel has said that the government was moving ahead with a common resolve keeping in mind the common minimum commitment and priorities of the coalition government at the time of its formation. Presenting the government’s policies and programmes for the upcoming fiscal year 2082/83 BS in the joint sitting of both houses… Continue reading Government’s Policies and Programmes aimed at rapid economic development
Govt sets target to ensure access of clean drinking water to all by next year
Kathmandu: The government of Nepal has set a target to provide clean drinking water to all Nepali citizens in the country by coming fiscal year 2082/83 BS (2025/26). President Ramchandra Paudel read out the government’s goal today while presenting the government’s policies and programme for the fiscal year 2082/83 BS (2025/26) before the joint session… Continue reading Govt sets target to ensure access of clean drinking water to all by next year
Grade 12 exams to begin May 4 as scheduled, NEB warns against misinformation
Kathmandu: The National Examinations Board (NEB) has confirmed that the postponed Grade 12 examinations will now be held as scheduled from May 4 to 16, dismissing widespread rumors circulating on social media. In an official statement, the Board clarified that misleading posts—some even misusing the NEB logo—have falsely claimed further postponement. It warned the public… Continue reading Grade 12 exams to begin May 4 as scheduled, NEB warns against misinformation
Nepal govt takes diplomatic initiative for investigation into death of a Nepali girl in KIIT
Kathmandu: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has initiated a diplomatic initiative to investigate into the death of Prissa Sah of Birgunj who was studying at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Trekking (KIIT) in Odisha, India. Student Sah was found dead in her room on Thursday evening. Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Arzu Rana Deuba took to… Continue reading Nepal govt takes diplomatic initiative for investigation into death of a Nepali girl in KIIT
IBN unveils $24.3B infrastructure plan amid glaring implementation gaps
Kathmandu: Investment Board Nepal (IBN) has endorsed a sweeping five-year Strategy and Business Plan (2081–86 BS), setting an ambitious target to mobilize up to USD 24.3 billion under the public-private partnership (PPP) model for infrastructure development — despite a lackluster performance record over the past 15 years. The strategy, approved during the Board’s meeting on… Continue reading IBN unveils $24.3B infrastructure plan amid glaring implementation gaps
World marks ‘International Jazz Day’ today
Kathmandu: Today is the International Jazz Day. Jazz music with melodious creation using various musical instruments has begun since the early 20th century. In western countries, the music is popular among the youth. In November 2011, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) General Assembly declared April 30 as the International Jazz Day.… Continue reading World marks ‘International Jazz Day’ today
Monarchy will not return, says PM Oli
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has ruled out the return of monarchy in Nepal, stating that the institution was permanently abolished through the people’s democratic struggle. Speaking at the inauguration of the Ninth National General Convention of the Rashtriya Janasanskritik Mahasangh Nepal (National People’s Cultural Federation, Nepal) on Saturday, PM Oli said efforts to… Continue reading Monarchy will not return, says PM Oli
Resham Chaudhary released, section officer Bista arrested
Kathmandu: Patron of the Nagarik Unmukti Party, Resham Chaudhary, who was arrested this afternoon, has been released. Chaudhary was arrested based on the ‘unofficial letter’ written by an officer of Judgment Execution Directorate under the Supreme Court, Mahiman Singh Bista. He was released after the SC informed that the letter was unofficial one, said Spokesperson… Continue reading Resham Chaudhary released, section officer Bista arrested
CIB investigating Durga Prasai, 25 firms over misuse of Rs 7.25bn loans
Kathmandu: Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has launched a probe into 25 companies linked to controversial medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai for allegedly misusing loans totaling over Rs 7.25 billion. According to police, Prasai and his close relatives secured the loans from multiple banks and financial institutions, but diverted the funds for purposes unrelated… Continue reading CIB investigating Durga Prasai, 25 firms over misuse of Rs 7.25bn loans