Kathmandu: In a noteworthy development, a temporary shelter structure for security personnel has been erected on the Nepal side of the Korala border in Lo Manthang Rural Municipality of Mustang, poised for re-operation after a hiatus of four years. Under the guidance of Lomanthang People’s Representative and Armed Border Out Post (BOP), China has constructed… Continue reading Nepal-China border at Korala set to reopen after four years
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Nepal Government Announces Ban on TikTok
Kathmandu: In a significant development, the government of Nepal has officially declared the prohibition of the popular social network platform, TikTok. This decision was disclosed by Rekha Sharma, Government Spokesperson and Minister for Communication and Information Technology, following today’s cabinet meeting. Expressing concerns about TikTok’s potential impact on social harmony, Minister Sharma emphasized the necessity… Continue reading Nepal Government Announces Ban on TikTok
Gucci and Moschino designer Davide Renne dies aged 46
Kathmandu: Italian fashion designer Davide Renne has died nine days after becoming the creative director of Moschino, aged 46. The cause of death is not known, but Moschino’s parent company Aeffe referred to “a sudden illness” and said that he died in Milan on Friday. Renne had previously been head of women’s wear at Gucci,… Continue reading Gucci and Moschino designer Davide Renne dies aged 46
Fast Track achieves 27.19 percent physical progress
Kathmandu: Terai Fast Track has achieved 27.19 per cent physical progress and 29.32 per cent financial progress amidst various obstacles and challenges. The national pride project is being implemented by the Nepali Army (NA). Once the four-lane express way completes, the southern plains can be reached within 2 hours 2 minutes from the Kathmandu Valley.… Continue reading Fast Track achieves 27.19 percent physical progress
South Korea extends $300,000 humanitarian aid to quake-hit Jajarkot and Rukum East in Nepal
Kathmandu: In a benevolent gesture, the Government of the Republic of Korea has committed to extending humanitarian aid valued at US $300,000 to assist those impacted by the recent earthquake in Jajarkot and Rukum East within Karnali Province. As conveyed by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal, this assistance is anticipated to… Continue reading South Korea extends $300,000 humanitarian aid to quake-hit Jajarkot and Rukum East in Nepal
Tihar festival begins from today
Kathmandu: Tihar, the second largest festival of Nepali Hindus, is beginning from today. Also known as Yam Panchak, the festival is observed for five days. The first day of Yam Panchak is observed as Kaag Tihar by feeding crows, regarded as messengers in Nepali society. The second day is Kukur Tihar — the day is… Continue reading Tihar festival begins from today
CCTV camera installation begins in Thamel area
Kathmandu: CCTV cameras have recently been deployed in Thamel, the primary tourist hub in the federal capital of Kathmandu. The initiative to install these cameras was spearheaded by the Thamel Tourism Development Council (TTDC), with support from the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) and the Kathmandu Valley Police Office Ranipokhari. Bhabishwor Sharma, Chairman of the TTDC,… Continue reading CCTV camera installation begins in Thamel area
Rs 8.5 mn raised in Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund
Kathmandu: Jajarkot and neighboring Rukum West were hit by a magnitude 6.4 earthquake at 11:47 PM on Friday night, resulting in significant physical and human losses in the remote hill district. Despite a competitive push for aid in rescue, relief, and rehabilitation, the actual relief funds collected stand at approximately Rs 8.5 million. The latest… Continue reading Rs 8.5 mn raised in Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund
Robust growth in remittances: inflows surge by 30.0% to Rs.365.34 bn
Kathmandu: Nepal experiences a substantial increase of 30.0% in remittance inflows, reaching Rs.365.34 billion in the current review period, in contrast to a 16.8% rise in the corresponding period of the previous year. In US Dollar terms, remittances see a notable 25.9% increase, totaling $2.76 billion, compared to the previous year’s 7.9% growth. During the… Continue reading Robust growth in remittances: inflows surge by 30.0% to Rs.365.34 bn
PM Dahal to lead Nepal’s delegation at COP-28 in the UAE
Kathmandu: Prime Minister, Pushpa Kamal Dahal, is set to lead the country’s delegation at the 28th Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC in Dubai, UAE, from November 30 to December 12. The Ministry of Forests and Environment (MoFE) is making extensive preparations for Nepal’s significant participation, highlighted in a recent program where Dr Popular… Continue reading PM Dahal to lead Nepal’s delegation at COP-28 in the UAE