Kathmandu: A woman died in a fire that occurred this morning in Makhantole, Kathmandu Metropolitan City-24. Police confirmed that the fire erupted due to a leak in an LP gas cylinder. Spokesperson of District Police Range, Kathmandu Apil Raj Bohara stated that the woman died in the fire that took place in the house of… Continue reading Woman dead as fire occurs in Kathmandu
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Ride-sharing services legalized in Gandaki Province
Kathmandu: The Gandaki Province government has legalized the ride-sharing services to operate in the province. From now onwards, the private four-wheeler and two-wheeler vehicles can offer ride-sharing services by fulfilling all required process including insuring the passenger. Province’s Minister for Physical Infrastructure and Transportation Prakash Bahadur KC shared that ride-sharing service was formally recognized after… Continue reading Ride-sharing services legalized in Gandaki Province
Trump, Saudi Crown Prince sign $142 bn, defense deal
Kathmandu: U.S. President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have signed a $142 billion (£107 billion) defense agreement, marking a major geopolitical development as Trump begins a high-stakes four-day diplomatic tour of the Gulf. The deal will see the U.S. provide Saudi Arabia with “state-of-the-art warfighting equipment,” according to officials, while the… Continue reading Trump, Saudi Crown Prince sign $142 bn, defense deal
A total of 175 foreign delegates to participate in ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’
Kathmandu: A total of 175 foreign delegates are participating in the ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ (Sagarmatha Dialogue), a multi-stakeholder dialogue forum committed to deliberate on the most prominent issues of global, regional and national significance, to be held here on May 16 -18. Minister for Foreign Affairs and Sagarmatha Sambaad Management Committee Coordinator, Dr Arzu Rana Deuba,… Continue reading A total of 175 foreign delegates to participate in ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’
Film studio will be built in Banepa, PM assures
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that beginning of the high-tech indoor shooting studio called ‘Cinepa’ was a sort of revolution for Nepal’s film industry. At a programme organized by the Film Development Board at the Prime Minister’s official residence in Baluwatar today, the PM announced that a film studio would be built… Continue reading Film studio will be built in Banepa, PM assures
#photoNepal exhibiting Barpak and Kundalini arts
Kathmandu: As part of its flagship visual storytelling campaign #photoNepal, Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) is proud to present two impactful exhibitions this May, showcasing Nepal’s emotional depth,artistic expression, and resilient landscapes. From May 15 to 17, 2025, the Barpak Photo Exhibition 2025 by noted photojournalist Prakash Chandra Timalsena will be held at NTB, Bhrikutimandap. Marking… Continue reading #photoNepal exhibiting Barpak and Kundalini arts
U.S. Embassy, Nepal government inaugurate first conservation lab at Lumbini Museum
Kathmandu: The United States Embassy in Kathmandu, in partnership with Nepal’s Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, and the Lumbini Provincial Government, inaugurated the first-ever conservation laboratory at the Lumbini Museum in Rupandehi district on Monday. Deputy Chief of Mission Jason Meeks and Cultural Affairs Officer Erica Alexander represented the U.S. Embassy at the… Continue reading U.S. Embassy, Nepal government inaugurate first conservation lab at Lumbini Museum
Virat Kohli retires from test cricket after 14 glorious years
Kathmandu: Virat Kohli, one of India’s greatest cricketers, announced his retirement from Test cricket on Monday, bringing an end to a remarkable 14-year career in the game’s longest format. The former captain played 123 Test matches, making his debut in 2011 against the West Indies. Since the retirement of Sachin Tendulkar in 2013, Kohli has… Continue reading Virat Kohli retires from test cricket after 14 glorious years
India, Pakistan Agree to Immediate Full Ceasefire
Kathmandu: India and Pakistan have agreed to a full ceasefire, effective immediately, following high-level communication between senior officials from both countries. India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed the development on Saturday. According to Misri, Pakistan’s Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) held a phone conversation with his Indian… Continue reading India, Pakistan Agree to Immediate Full Ceasefire
Indian govt orders X to block over 8,000 accounts, including global news outlets
Kathmandu: The Indian government has issued executive orders directing social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to block access to more than 8,000 accounts in India, including those belonging to international news organizations and prominent users, according to a statement released by the company. X stated that failure to comply could lead to significant fines and… Continue reading Indian govt orders X to block over 8,000 accounts, including global news outlets