Senior law officer accuses Kathmandu Mayor of mental torture and unjust treatment

Kathmandu: Sasmita Ghimire, a senior law officer at the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC), has come forward accusing Mayor Balendra Shah (Balen) of subjecting her to mental torture and unfair treatment. Taking to social media, Ghimire announced the initiation of legal proceedings against Mayor Shah, citing mistreatment and the unjust removal of her responsibilities. According to… Continue reading Senior law officer accuses Kathmandu Mayor of mental torture and unjust treatment

Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat set to visit USA in March

Kathmandu: The Council of Ministers has granted approval for Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat’s official visit to the United States in March. This decision follows the Council’s endorsement of a delegation, including the Finance Minister and the Secretary, slated to participate in two crucial meetings. The first meeting focuses on preparations for the second… Continue reading Finance Minister Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat set to visit USA in March

UN’s secretary general warns the world is becoming ‘less safe by the day’

Kathmandu: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says combatants in places such as Congo, Gaza, Myanmar, Ukraine and Sudan are turning a “blind eye” to international law as he made a plea for greater respect for human rights and peace around the world. Speaking as the UN’s top human rights body opened its latest session, Guterres warned… Continue reading UN’s secretary general warns the world is becoming ‘less safe by the day’

Magar community observes ‘Magar Unity Day’ across the country

Kathmandu: The 42nd Magar National Unity Day is being observed across the country today. The Magar community is celebrating the Day with fanfare. Various programmes are scheduled at different places of Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Sustapurba) where there is dominant presence of Magar people. The district chapter of Nepal Magar Association is conducting a local level programme,… Continue reading Magar community observes ‘Magar Unity Day’ across the country

Indo-Pacific Commander holds crucial meeting with Nepal Army CAOS and Prez Poudel

Kathmandu: Indo-Pacific Commander recently engaged in a pivotal meeting with the Chief of the Army Staff (CAOS) of Nepal. The high-level encounter, aimed at fostering stronger ties between the two nations. The meeting covered a range of strategic topics, emphasizing the mutual interests and security concerns shared by the Indo-Pacific region and Nepal. The Indo-Pacific… Continue reading Indo-Pacific Commander holds crucial meeting with Nepal Army CAOS and Prez Poudel

Astronomers spot new tiny moons around Neptune and Uranus

File Photo Workers on scaffolding repaint the NASA logo near the top of the Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla., Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Photo Courtesy: AP

Kathmandu: Astronomers have found three previously unknown moons in our solar system — two additional moons circling Neptune and one around Uranus. The distant tiny moons were spotted using powerful land-based telescopes in Hawaii and Chile, and announced Friday by the International Astronomical Union’s Minor Planet Center. The latest tally puts Neptune at 16 known… Continue reading Astronomers spot new tiny moons around Neptune and Uranus

Trump enters South Carolina’s Republican primary looking to embarrass Haley in her home state

Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at the Black Conservative Federation's Annual BCF Honors Gala at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia, S.C. Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. Photo Courtesy: AP

Kathmandu: Former President Donald Trump is looking to win his fourth straight primary state on Saturday over Nikki Haley in South Carolina, aiming to hand a home-state embarrassment to his last remaining major rival for the Republican nomination. Trump went into the primary with a huge polling lead and the backing of the state’s top… Continue reading Trump enters South Carolina’s Republican primary looking to embarrass Haley in her home state

International tech companies registered in Nepal started to pay taxes; says IRD

Kathmandu: Tech companies registered in Nepal are gearing up to comply with tax regulations as the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) reveals plans to enforce taxation on thirteen multinational digital companies, including Google, Facebook, TikTok, Microsoft, Netflix, and others. In an unprecedented move, individuals and companies not physically present in Nepal but engaged in economic activities… Continue reading International tech companies registered in Nepal started to pay taxes; says IRD

CAAN initiates electronic bird deterrent system implementation across Nepali airports

Kathmandu: The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has unveiled plans to address bird-related hazards at airports by implementing an electronic bird deterrent system. This proactive move aims to enhance safety measures at all operational airports in Nepal. In a recent announcement, CAAN issued a call for applications on Thursday, inviting interested companies to submit… Continue reading CAAN initiates electronic bird deterrent system implementation across Nepali airports

Nepali and Indian officials address security concerns in joint meeting today

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Kathmandu: Officials from four Nepali districts engaged in a comprehensive discussion with their counterparts in Bihar’s Madhubani district, India, focusing on crucial issues such as border security and the prevention of encroachment. The Friday meeting, led by Chakra Pani Pandey, Chief District Officer of Dhanusha, primarily centered on security measures in light of the upcoming… Continue reading Nepali and Indian officials address security concerns in joint meeting today