Kathmandu: In a setback to Nepali cricket, the United States Embassy in Kathmandu has once again declined to grant a visa to renowned cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane, impeding his participation in the upcoming T20 World Cup. Lamichhane, a prominent figure in Nepali cricket, underwent a visa interview at the US Embassy on Thursday at 4 PM,… Continue reading US again rejects visa for Nepali Cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane
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Nepal commences exporting 400 MW of electricity daily to India
Kathmandu: In a strategic move bolstered by increased electricity generation, Nepal has embarked on exporting approximately 400 megawatts of electricity to neighboring India every day. The initiative, spearheaded by the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), commenced last Monday night, marking a significant milestone in the region’s energy landscape. The surge in electricity output is attributed to… Continue reading Nepal commences exporting 400 MW of electricity daily to India
Nepali cricketers’ ICC T20 batting rankings drop in latest update
Kathmandu: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has made public the latest rankings, showing Nepali national team member Sompal Kami descending to the 99th position in the ICC T20 batting rankings. Previously, Kami held the 95th position in the T20 batting rankings. In the T20 batting rankings, England’s Adil Rashid retains the top position, followed by… Continue reading Nepali cricketers’ ICC T20 batting rankings drop in latest update
Nepali migrant worker fatalities on the rise
Kathmandu: Recent data from the Foreign Employment Board has shed light on the alarming trend of fatalities and illnesses among Nepali migrant workers stationed abroad. From the fiscal year 2077-78 BS (2020-21) to 2079-80 BS (2022-23), a total of 4,035 Nepalis working overseas lost their lives, with an additional 870 individuals sustaining injuries or falling… Continue reading Nepali migrant worker fatalities on the rise
Alert issued for extreme heat waves in Western Terai regions of Nepal
Kathmandu: The Meteorological Forecast Division (MFD) has issued a crucial alert for potential extreme heat waves in the western Terai regions of Nepal. This advisory comes as several areas in the Terai regions of Sudurpashchim and Lumbini provinces have experienced scorching temperatures, with readings soaring to 40 degrees Celsius or higher in recent days. Specifically,… Continue reading Alert issued for extreme heat waves in Western Terai regions of Nepal
Kailash Sirohiya released on general date after 9 Days in custody
Kathmandu: Kailash Sirohiya, Chairman of Kantipur Media Group (KMG), has been released on a general date after spending nine days in custody on charges of citizenship fraud. The release comes following a recommendation by DSP Ranjan Awa of the District Police Office, Dhanusha, with the condition that Sirohiya must appear before the police when summoned.… Continue reading Kailash Sirohiya released on general date after 9 Days in custody
PM Dahal unveils Mountaineering Welfare Fund
Kathmandu: In a landmark announcement made during the celebration of the 71st International Everest Day in Kathmandu on Wednesday, Prime Minister Puspa Kamal Dahal unveiled plans for the establishment of a welfare fund dedicated to mountaineering and the safety of mountaineers. Addressing participants at the event, which underscored the significance of safeguarding the future safety… Continue reading PM Dahal unveils Mountaineering Welfare Fund
Nepal marks 71st International Sagarmatha Day
Kathmandu: Today, the 71st International Sagarmatha (Mt Everest) Day is being celebrated with fervor, marked by a series of events and programs. This day holds significant historical importance as it commemorates the monumental achievement of Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Edmund Hillary, who successfully summited the world’s highest peak, Sagarmatha (Mt Everest), on May 29, 1953.… Continue reading Nepal marks 71st International Sagarmatha Day
Nepal govt unveils Rs 1.860 trillion budget for FY 2024/25
Kathmandu: Finance Minister Barsha Man Pun revealed the national budget for the forthcoming fiscal year, marking a pivotal moment in economic policy for the nation. Exceeding the previously set ceiling of Rs 1.8 trillion by the National Planning Commission, the government has allocated a substantial budget of Rs 1.860 trillion for the fiscal year 2024/25.… Continue reading Nepal govt unveils Rs 1.860 trillion budget for FY 2024/25
At least 20 dead in Memorial Day weekend storms that devastated several US states
Kathmandu: A series of powerful storms in the central and southern U.S. over the Memorial Day holiday weekend killed at least 20 people and left a wide trail of destroyed homes, businesses and power outages. The destructive storms caused deaths in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Kentucky and were just north of an oppressive, early season… Continue reading At least 20 dead in Memorial Day weekend storms that devastated several US states