Kathmandu: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has warned to take strict action against those using plastic bouquet and flowers. The KMC has imposed prohibition in the production, sales, distribution, storage and use of plastic bouquet and flowers as well as plastic bags with thickness below 40 micron since July 17 last year. The warning was… Continue reading KMC to take strict against plastic bouquet, flower users
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AT&T outage: Thousands report issues with US mobile services
Kathmandu: Interruptions to US mobile services have been reported across the United States on Thursday morning. Downdetector.com, which tracks outages, showed thousands of reports made by users of multiple networks after 04:00 EST (09:00 GMT). Tens of thousands of reports have been sent for AT&T – with hotspots in the south and east, Downdetector says.… Continue reading AT&T outage: Thousands report issues with US mobile services
Changing weather patterns bring light rainfall and snowfall in some areas
Kathmandu: In a shift of weather across the country today, some places are experiencing light rainfall and snowfall. In Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur, as well as in certain other locations, there has been a presence of light drizzles. Similarly, in Gandaki Province, including Gorakha and Kaski, there has been light rainfall accompanied by snowfall. The… Continue reading Changing weather patterns bring light rainfall and snowfall in some areas
NRNA Australia President’s signature and letterhead misused in visa scandal
Kathmandu: Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) Australia is grappling with a serious breach as its president’s signature and official letterhead were illicitly exploited in a visa-related scandal. The incident centers around the issuance of an invitation letter falsely bearing the NRNA Australia president’s approval, aimed at facilitating an individual from Nepal to participate in the upcoming… Continue reading NRNA Australia President’s signature and letterhead misused in visa scandal
Japanese govt grants USD 73,747 for new health post in Sindhuli
Kathmandu: Ambassador of Japan for Nepal Kikuta Yutaka has signed a grant contract for the construction of a new health post in Sindhuli. The signing ceremony, held at the Embassy of Japan in Kathmandu, saw the formalization of the agreement between Ambassador Yutaka and Siramala Tamang, Chairperson of Sahakarya Nepal, Sindhuli. The project, funded under… Continue reading Japanese govt grants USD 73,747 for new health post in Sindhuli
Nepal govt’s efforts to reduce trade deficit fall short as numbers persist
Kathmandu: In a concerning development for the nation’s economy, the trade deficit for the initial seven months of the current fiscal year has surged past Rs 811 billion, despite assurances from the government about addressing the issue. According to data released by the Department of Customs, the trade deficit has reached Rs 811.11 billion, showcasing… Continue reading Nepal govt’s efforts to reduce trade deficit fall short as numbers persist
European Union and Nepal celebrates 50 years of diplomatic ties
Kathmandu: In a significant milestone, the European Union and Nepal celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations this year under the banner “Growing Stronger Together.” The partnership, established in 1974 with political and economic ties, witnessed the signing of a Cooperation Agreement on June 1, 1996. Both the European Union and Nepal have undergone transformative changes… Continue reading European Union and Nepal celebrates 50 years of diplomatic ties
Indian SIM card access eased for Nepali nationals visiting India
Kathmandu: Nepali nationals visiting India for various purposes will now find it more convenient to access Indian SIM cards, as confirmed by Nepali Ambassador to India, Dr. Shankar Prasad Sharma. The previous restriction, where Nepalis were unable to obtain Indian SIM cards, leading to communication challenges, has been addressed. Formerly, mobile connections were accessible to… Continue reading Indian SIM card access eased for Nepali nationals visiting India
CIAA files corruption case against 19 individuals, including forest officers in Kapilvastu
Kathmandu: The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has taken legal action against 19 individuals, which includes eight forest officers from Kapilvastu. The charges allege corruption in connection with exceeding the permitted limit of tree cutting. The CIAA has officially lodged a corruption case at the Special Court, accusing the Gautam Buddha… Continue reading CIAA files corruption case against 19 individuals, including forest officers in Kapilvastu
Nepal to play Friendship Cup Triangular T20 series with India
Kathmandu: Nepal is all set to engage in a gripping Friendship Cup triangular T20 series with two prominent Indian domestic teams, Gujarat and Baroda. The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) officially declared the country’s participation in this exhilarating event. The Friendship Cup triangular T20 series is a collaborative effort by the Gujarat Cricket Association and… Continue reading Nepal to play Friendship Cup Triangular T20 series with India