Kathmandu: Nepal came from behind to defeat Bhutan in the South Asian Football Confederation (SAFF) U-17 Women’s Championship. In the match held at the Changlimithang Stadium in Bhutan today, Nepal defeated the hosts by a margin of 2-1 goals. Nepal was trailing by 1-0 in the first half of the match but equalized in the… Continue reading SAFF U-17 women’s Football: Nepal defeats Bhutan
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Maoist Centre demands clarification on India-China deal over Lipulekh
Kathmandu: Lawmakers in the House of Representatives on Wednesday raised strong objections to the reported agreement between India and China to reopen the Lipulekh Pass for bilateral trade, saying the move undermines Nepal’s sovereignty. Speaking during the emergency hour, CPN (Maoist Centre) Chief Whip Hitraj Pandey demanded that the government brief Parliament on the deal,… Continue reading Maoist Centre demands clarification on India-China deal over Lipulekh
TikTok partners with NTB to showcase Nepal tourism to the world
Kathmandu: TikTok and the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) jointly announced a partnership today to promote Nepal’s extraordinary landscapes, cultural heritage, and adventure experiences to a global audience. The initiative centers on #LifetimeExperiences, a creator-led campaign that will feature a dedicated in-app experience designed to help travelers discover the country’s must-see destinations and hidden gems. NTB… Continue reading TikTok partners with NTB to showcase Nepal tourism to the world
First Women Police Conference kicks off in Kathmandu
Kathmandu: First Women Police Conference kicked off in Kathmandu on Wednesday, bringing together 200 women police personnel from across the country for a two-day discussion on inclusion, empowerment, and gender equality within the force. Inaugurating the event, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak said women now make up 12 percent of the Nepal Police, up from near… Continue reading First Women Police Conference kicks off in Kathmandu
Second Nepal Premier League to begin from November 17
Kathmandu: The second edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) cricket tournament will take place from November 17 to December 13, the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) announced. Eight teams, Biratnagar Kings, Janakpur Bolts, Chitwan Rhinos, Kathmandu Gurkhas, Pokhara Avengers, Lumbini Lions, Sudurpaschim Royals and Karnali Yaks, will compete in the Twenty20 tournament. The player… Continue reading Second Nepal Premier League to begin from November 17
Nepal, Russia begin talks on expanding bilateral trade beyond oil and sunflower seeds
Kathmandu: Nepal and Russia have begun discussions to expand their bilateral trade beyond the traditional imports of crude oil and sunflower oil, according to the Nepal Foreign Trade Association (NFTA). At a meeting held on August 18 in Kathmandu, Nepali officials and Russian representatives agreed to explore opportunities in various other goods and services, including… Continue reading Nepal, Russia begin talks on expanding bilateral trade beyond oil and sunflower seeds
Trump hosts Zelensky, European leaders for Washington Talks amid fresh Russian strikes
Kathmandu: Former U.S. President Donald Trump called it a “big day” at the White House on Monday as he prepared to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and key European leaders for high-stakes talks on the Russia-Ukraine war. The summit comes just hours after Russian missile strikes killed at least 10 people in Ukraine, prompting Zelensky… Continue reading Trump hosts Zelensky, European leaders for Washington Talks amid fresh Russian strikes
President Paudel urges nations to uphold Paris agreement at regional climate conference
Kathmandu: President Ramchandra Paudel on Monday urged all countries to honor their commitments under the Paris Agreement, warning that both developed and developing nations must act to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Speaking at the opening of the Hindu Kush Himalaya Parliamentarians’ Conference in Kathmandu, Paudel said rising temperatures in the region… Continue reading President Paudel urges nations to uphold Paris agreement at regional climate conference
WHO declares Nepal rubella-free, sixth country in South-East Asia to eliminate disease
Kathmandu: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday confirmed that Nepal has eliminated rubella as a public health problem, making it the sixth country in the South-East Asia region to achieve the milestone. The certification follows a review by the Regional Verification Commission for measles and rubella elimination, which assessed Nepal’s disease surveillance and vaccine… Continue reading WHO declares Nepal rubella-free, sixth country in South-East Asia to eliminate disease
Chamber urges Nepal to leverage 10% tariff advantage to boost exports to US
Kathmandu: Kiran Prakash Shakya, president of the Nepal-USA Chamber of Commerce, has urged Nepal to capitalize on the 10 percent base tariff imposed by the United States to increase exports to the American market. Speaking at the chamber’s 24th annual general meeting on Thursday, Shakya said Nepal holds a comparative advantage at a time when… Continue reading Chamber urges Nepal to leverage 10% tariff advantage to boost exports to US