Kathmandu: Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to arrive in Kathmandu on Thursday for a significant two-day official visit to Nepal. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and foster cooperation between the two neighboring nations. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA), Minister Jaishankar’s visit centers around the seventh meeting of… Continue reading Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar to visits Nepal for two days
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World population up 75 million this year, standing at 8 billion on Jan. 1
Kathmandu: The world population grew by 75 million people over the past year and on New Year’s Day it will stand at more than 8 billion people, according to figures released by the U.S. Census Bureau on Thursday. The worldwide growth rate in the past year was just under 1%. At the start of 2024,… Continue reading World population up 75 million this year, standing at 8 billion on Jan. 1
India launches space mission to study black holes
Kathmandu: India’s space agency has successfully launched a rocket that is carrying an observatory which will study astronomical objects like black holes. It was launched from Sriharikota spaceport at 09:10 local time (03:40GMT) on Monday. This is only the second mission in the world of this nature after Nasa launched one in 2021. The space… Continue reading India launches space mission to study black holes
Major earthquake hits central Japan, triggering Tsunami warning
Kathmandu: A powerful earthquake measuring 7.6 in magnitude has struck Ishikawa in central Japan, prompting a tsunami warning and evacuation advisories for residents as they brace for potential aftershocks. Reports from public broadcaster NHK on Monday indicated that a tsunami, approximately 1 meter high (3.3 feet), has already impacted parts of the west coast along… Continue reading Major earthquake hits central Japan, triggering Tsunami warning
World starts welcoming New Year with fireworks, prayers and some stark words
Kathmandu: New Zealanders were among the first in the world to celebrate the arrival of 2024 with a fireworks display in Auckland on Monday. The fireworks illuminated the cloudy night sky and were accompanied by a laser light and animation show. Meanwhile, Sydney hailed 2024 with a dazzling fireworks display featuring silver and gold pyrotechnics… Continue reading World starts welcoming New Year with fireworks, prayers and some stark words
North Korea’s Kim vows to launch 3 more spy satellites in 2024
Kathmandu: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to launch three additional military spy satellites, produce more nuclear materials and introduce modern attack drones in 2024, as he called for “overwhelming” war readiness to cope with U.S.-led confrontational moves, state media reported Sunday.Kim’s comments, made during a key ruling Workers’ Party meeting to set state… Continue reading North Korea’s Kim vows to launch 3 more spy satellites in 2024
Urgent search operation initiated for missing Swedish trekker on Mardi Himal trek
Kathmandu: Machhapuchhre Rural Municipality-8, has raised an alarm as Swedish trekker Mitchell remains out of contact for 24 hours during his expedition on the Mardi Himal Trek. Mitchell, en route from Mardi High Camp to Mardi Base Camp, has been unaccounted for since his last communication. Despite rescue efforts by local authorities, the whereabouts of… Continue reading Urgent search operation initiated for missing Swedish trekker on Mardi Himal trek
Govt to establish high-level commission to probe Balkumari incident
Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal announced on Sunday a significant step in response to the tragic events at Balkumari. Engaging in discussions with key leaders from ruling parties, he disclosed plans to establish a high-level commission, in accordance with the Commission of Inquiry Act 2026, to thoroughly investigate the incident. Nepali Congress Chief Whip… Continue reading Govt to establish high-level commission to probe Balkumari incident
Government takes action following EPS protest incident
Kathmandu: In a decisive response to the recent demonstration calling for participation in the Employment Permit System (EPS) examination, the government has taken disciplinary action against key officials. Acknowledging shortcomings in the state’s handling of the situation, Home Minister Narayankaji Shrestha announced the relief of Lalitpur Chief District Officer (CDO) Rudra Prasad Pandit, Chief of… Continue reading Government takes action following EPS protest incident
Kathmandu District Court declares cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane guilty in rape case
Kathmandu: The Kathmandu District Court has pronounced cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane guilty of raping a minor girl. A bench led by District Court Judge Shishir Raj Dhakal upheld the charges against Lamichhane, the former captain of Nepal’s national cricket team. The sentencing phase is scheduled for a separate hearing, where the bench will determine the period… Continue reading Kathmandu District Court declares cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane guilty in rape case