Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has said the outflow of money from countries like Nepal for higher education should be stopped. Addressing the inauguration of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) – North Zone Vice Chancellors’ Meet 2024 & Bharat-Nepal Higher Education Summit today, he underscored the need for making efforts for retaining within… Continue reading PM Dahal calls for halting money outflow in the name of higher education
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RPP to present memorandum to PM outlining demands for nationalism, development, and good governance
Kathmandu: The Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) has announced its intent to submit a memorandum to the Prime Minister on February 21, outlining a set of demands centered around nationalism, development, good governance, and improved service delivery. In a meeting held on Wednesday, the movement mobilization committee, party officials, central members, district chairpersons of the Kathmandu… Continue reading RPP to present memorandum to PM outlining demands for nationalism, development, and good governance
Human trafficking racket busted in Kathmandu
Kathmandu: In a significant crackdown, the Kathmandu Police Range apprehended nine individuals, including eight Indian nationals and one Nepali, on charges of orchestrating a human trafficking scheme that involved holding Indian nationals hostage. The perpetrators had duped their victims with false promises of facilitating their journey to the United States. A special police team, led… Continue reading Human trafficking racket busted in Kathmandu
Nepal clinches semifinal spot in ACC Women’s Premier Cup winning over Kuwait
Kathmandu: In a thrilling quarterfinal clash, the Nepali women’s cricket team secured its place in the semifinals of the ‘ACC Women’s Premier Cup’ by defeating Kuwait with an impressive eight-wicket victory. The match took place at the iconic Patan Cricket Ground, where Nepal won the toss and elected to bowl. The decision proved crucial as… Continue reading Nepal clinches semifinal spot in ACC Women’s Premier Cup winning over Kuwait
IMF team identifies investment-friendly environment in Nepal’s energy sector
Kathmandu: A team of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that visited Nepal has found an investment-friendly environment in the energy infrastructure sector in Nepal despite various challenges in Nepal’s economy. The IMF staff team, led by Tidiane Kinda, conducted a staff visit to Nepal from February 5-12, 2024, to discuss recent macroeconomic developments and the… Continue reading IMF team identifies investment-friendly environment in Nepal’s energy sector
Attempted illegal currency transport foiled at Tribhuvan International Airport
Kathmandu: In a significant operation, authorities at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) have apprehended a 19-year-old girl, Sushmita Gole, from Jugal Rural Municipality-2, Sindhupalchowk, for attempting to transport currency illegally to the UAE. The incident unfolded on Monday afternoon when TIA authorities detained Gole during routine checks. Upon inspection at the baggage checking area, the police… Continue reading Attempted illegal currency transport foiled at Tribhuvan International Airport
Nepal’s batswomen secure world record victory in ACC Women’s Premier Cup
Kathmandu: In a historic triumph, Nepal’s batting duo, Rubina Chhetri and Puja Mahato, achieved a world record victory against Maldives in the ACC Women’s Premier Cup. Setting an impressive target of 228 runs for Maldives, Nepal secured an extraordinary win with a staggering margin of 214 runs, as they dismissed Maldives for just 13 runs.… Continue reading Nepal’s batswomen secure world record victory in ACC Women’s Premier Cup
Kathmandu University to ‘host International Vice-Chancellors’ Meet and Bharat-Nepal Higher Education Summit’
Kathmandu: Kathmandu University (KU) is gearing up to host the prestigious International Vice-Chancellors’ Meet and the Bharat-Nepal Higher Education Summit from February 15 to 17 at its main campus in Dhulikhel, Kavre. Organized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU)–North Zone, with KU as an Associate Member, the event aims to facilitate collaboration and dialogue… Continue reading Kathmandu University to ‘host International Vice-Chancellors’ Meet and Bharat-Nepal Higher Education Summit’
Nepal govt implements strict waste management rules for mountaineers
Kathmandu: Nepal government has introduced stringent regulations for mountaineers, focusing on waste management and safety measures. The new guidelines, announced by the Department of Tourism, aim to address environmental concerns and enhance the overall sustainability of adventure tourism in the region. Under the ‘Leave No Trace’ principles, climbers scaling Mt Everest, Mt Nuptse, and Mt… Continue reading Nepal govt implements strict waste management rules for mountaineers
Delhi turns into fortress as thousand of farmers march to India capital
Kathmandu: Police in northern India have fired tear gas to prevent thousands of protesting farmers demanding minimum crop prices from marching on Delhi. The capital is ringed by razor wire, cement blocks and fencing on three sides to keep protests at bay. The government fears a repeat of 2020 – dozens died in a year-long… Continue reading Delhi turns into fortress as thousand of farmers march to India capital