Kathmadu: Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairman Rabi Lamichhane has moved the Butwal High Court, seeking cancellation of the Rs 10 million bail imposed on him in the Rupandehi Supreme Cooperative case. The Butwal bench confirmed on Monday that Lamichhane’s petition has been registered. He argues that the bail order issued by the Rupandehi District Court… Continue reading Lamichhane moves high court against Rs 10 mn bail in cooperative fraud case
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Nepal’s banking sector at high risk of money laundering, warns NRB Governor
Kathmandu: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Governor Maha Prasad Adhikari has warned that the country’s banking system remains the most vulnerable sector to money laundering. Speaking at the AML Conference 2025 on Friday, Adhikari expressed concerns over financial institutions being exploited for illicit transactions. “Nepal’s banking system is highly sensitive. Individuals engaged in misconduct are using… Continue reading Nepal’s banking sector at high risk of money laundering, warns NRB Governor
Clash erupts in Pokhara over religious event, several injured
Kathmandu: Several people were injured on Friday as a clash broke out between locals and Pokhara City Police personnel over a religious event organized by the Manav Sewa Foundation at Lakeside. The violence erupted after municipal authorities opposed the Bhumi Pujan Maha Yagya, citing that the event was being conducted on disputed land without the… Continue reading Clash erupts in Pokhara over religious event, several injured
Loan limit on EV purchases comes into effect
Kathmandu: Nepal Rastra Bank’s new policy limiting bank and financial institution loans to a maximum of 60% of the value of electric vehicles (EVs) has officially come into effect. The central bank implemented the policy after issuing directives following a monetary policy review. Previously, banks and financial institutions provided loans covering up to 80% of… Continue reading Loan limit on EV purchases comes into effect
Provinces to begin printing driving licenses from July 17
Kathmandu: Provincial governments in Nepal will take full responsibility for printing driving licenses starting July 17, 2025, Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transport Devendra Dahal announced. During a meeting on Tuesday with transport ministers and secretaries from all seven provinces, Minister Dahal urged them to decide whether to procure machines for printing license cards or… Continue reading Provinces to begin printing driving licenses from July 17
8 Nepalis deported from the US arrive in Kathmandu, handed over to Nepal police
Kathmandu: Eight Nepali citizens who were living in the United States without legal documentation have been deported and arrived in Kathmandu on a chartered flight. The flight, which departed from Portsmouth International Airport in New Hampshire, landed at Tribhuvan International Airport at 10 a.m. The deported individuals were released upon arrival in Nepal. This move… Continue reading 8 Nepalis deported from the US arrive in Kathmandu, handed over to Nepal police
Govt finalizes guidelines for mandatory embossed number plates
Kathmandu: The government is set to implement new guidelines requiring the installation of embossed number plates on vehicles, with the policy expected to take effect within a few weeks. The Department of Transport Management (DoTM) has drafted the ‘Embossed Number Plate Installation Guidelines, 2081 BS’, aiming to enforce mandatory use while introducing benefits for vehicle… Continue reading Govt finalizes guidelines for mandatory embossed number plates
Preparations underway for ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ on climate change
Kathmandu: Preparations for the Sagarmatha Sambaad, a global dialogue on climate change, are in full swing ahead of its scheduled dates from May 16-18 in Kathmandu. The event, themed “Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Human Life,” aims to bring global attention to the challenges faced by mountainous and coastal nations due to climate… Continue reading Preparations underway for ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ on climate change
Low budget ‘Anora’ triumphs at Oscars with Five Awards
Kathmandu: Independent film Anora, a dark comedy about a sex worker’s tumultuous marriage to the son of a Russian oligarch, emerged as the biggest winner at the Oscars on Sunday, claiming five awards, including Best Picture. Directed by Sean Baker, the film also secured awards for Best Director, Best Editing, Best Original Screenplay, and Best… Continue reading Low budget ‘Anora’ triumphs at Oscars with Five Awards
Former Crown Prince Paras Shah’s health improving after heart attack
Kathmandu: Former Crown Prince Paras Shah’s health condition is improving after being admitted to Norvic Hospital following a heart attack, hospital sources confirmed. Shah sought medical attention on Sunday evening after experiencing heart-related complications. Doctors performed an angioplasty the same night to address the issue. This marks the fourth heart attack for the former crown… Continue reading Former Crown Prince Paras Shah’s health improving after heart attack