Kathmandu: The government has warned major social media platforms including Facebook, YouTube, and X (formerly Twitter) to register in Nepal by mid-April or face a nationwide ban. Speaking at the 8th National Convention of the Federation of Nepali Journalists (FONIJ) on Friday, Minister for Communication and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung said that despite being… Continue reading Government threatens to ban Facebook, YouTube, X over registration non-compliance
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Court permits 12-day detention to Durga Prasain
Kathmandu: The District Court, Kathmandu has given permission to the police to keep medical entrepreneur Durga Prasain in detention for 12 days to investigate his involvement in the Tinkune violence orchestrated on March 28. The Nepal Police had taken under control Prasain from Bhadrapur, Jhapa on Friday morning and brought to Kathmandu to forward investigation.… Continue reading Court permits 12-day detention to Durga Prasain
Nepal should capitalize on China’s progress for national prosperity: NA Chair Dahal
Kathmandu: Chairperson of the National Assembly, Narayan Prasad Dahal, has emphasized the importance of leveraging China’s development for Nepal’s own economic and social advancement. Speaking at the Nepal-China Economic and Trade Conference held today in Kathmandu to mark the 70th anniversary of Nepal-China diplomatic relations, Chair Dahal highlighted the rapid progress made by China in… Continue reading Nepal should capitalize on China’s progress for national prosperity: NA Chair Dahal
UAE offers amnesty program for illegal foreign workers
Kathmandu: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has launched a two-month amnesty program that allows Nepali nationals living illegally in the country to return home without facing penalties. The initiative, which started on September 1 and will run until October 30, provides an opportunity for foreign workers and tourists whose visas have expired or who… Continue reading UAE offers amnesty program for illegal foreign workers
Nepal and India sign new MoU to strengthen agricultural cooperation
Kathmandu: Nepal and India have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in agricultural science and technology, replacing the previous agreement signed in December 1991. The MoU was signed in Kathmandu by Nepal’s Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Ramnath Adhikari, and India’s Minister for Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Rural… Continue reading Nepal and India sign new MoU to strengthen agricultural cooperation
Nepal hands over 27 tons of relief materials to quake-hit Myanmar
The government of Nepal has donated 27 tons of relief materials to the quake-hit Myanmar. The materials were provided as relief to the Myanmar people suffering the loss and devastation in recent earthquake. The Nepali team handed over the relief materials to the Myanmar officials at the Nay Pyi Taw International Airport on Thursday morning.… Continue reading Nepal hands over 27 tons of relief materials to quake-hit Myanmar
PM Oli directs focus on production and employment in upcoming budget
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has instructed ministers and secretaries to prioritize increasing production and employment in the upcoming fiscal year’s budget. During a meeting held at the Prime Minister’s Office in Singha Durbar on Thursday, PM Oli emphasized that the budget must reflect national needs and priorities. He said good governance is essential… Continue reading PM Oli directs focus on production and employment in upcoming budget
53 artists from 20 countries join heritage walk in Kirtipur
Kathmandu: A group of 53 tattoo artists from 20 countries participated in a special heritage walk in Kirtipur, immersing themselves in the rich cultural and historical fabric of the ancient city. These artists are in Nepal participating in upcoming Nepal Tattoo Convention 2025. The international artists were warmly welcomed by the Kirtipur Community Homestay, reflecting… Continue reading 53 artists from 20 countries join heritage walk in Kirtipur
PM Oli pledges $100,000 to AIT during visit to Thailand
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli reaffirmed Nepal’s long-standing ties with the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) in Thailand on Thursday, pledging USD 100,000 in support of the institution’s academic mission during a high-level visit. PM Oli, accompanied by a delegation including Ambassador Dhan Bahadur Oli, addressed the AIT community and underscored Nepal’s commitment to… Continue reading PM Oli pledges $100,000 to AIT during visit to Thailand
Light rain brings relief to Kathmandu as air pollution remains high
Kathmandu: Light rain fell across parts of the Kathmandu Valley on Wednesday afternoon, offering a potential reprieve from the high levels of air pollution that have gripped the region in recent days. According to Hydrology and Meteorology, rainfall was recorded in several locations including Tribhuvan International Airport, Tinkune, Phulchoki, Chandragiri, Sallaghari in Bhaktapur, and Duwakot.… Continue reading Light rain brings relief to Kathmandu as air pollution remains high