Kathmandu: Rupsey Holidays has revealed plans for a direct chartered flight from Kathmandu, Nepal, to the renowned tourist hotspot, Phuket, Thailand, set to take off on January 21. This initiative, spearheaded by Himalaya Airlines, signifies a historic moment as it establishes the first-ever direct air link between the two prominent tourist hubs. Ramesh Parajuli, the… Continue reading Himalaya Airlines to operate direct chartered flight to Phuket from Kathmandu
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Weekly US unemployment claims rise slightly but job market remains strong as inflation eases
Kathmandu: The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose slightly last week but still remained at historically low levels despite high interest rates intended to slow hiring and cool the economy. The Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claims were up by 2,000 to 205,000 the week that ended Dec. 16. The four-week average… Continue reading Weekly US unemployment claims rise slightly but job market remains strong as inflation eases
Ukraine war: Male citizens living abroad to be asked to join army
Kathmandu: Ukrainian men between the ages of 25 and 60 living abroad will be asked to report for military service, Defence Minister Rustem Umerov has said. He described this as an “invitation” – but suggested there would be sanctions against anyone who did not comply. However, a spokesman later denied that a call-up was being… Continue reading Ukraine war: Male citizens living abroad to be asked to join army
Election Commission announces designated polling stations for National Assembly elections
Kathmandu: The Election Commission (EC) has officially allocated polling stations and centers for the upcoming National Assembly member elections scheduled for January 25. Each province will host one polling center, featuring two polling stations, totaling 7 centers and 14 stations nationwide. Key locations include the Province Election Office in Biratnagar, Morang, representing the Koshi Province,… Continue reading Election Commission announces designated polling stations for National Assembly elections
Nepal and Sri Lanka pledge to strengthen SAARC and BIMSTEC cooperation
Kathmandu: In a diplomatic meeting in Kathmandu, Foreign Ministers Narayan Prakash Saud (Nepal) and Mohammad Uvais Mohammad Ali Sabry (Sri Lanka) underscored their commitment to bolstering regional cooperation within SAARC and BIMSTEC. The discussion covered a spectrum of bilateral relations, emphasizing trade, investment, connectivity, tourism, culture, education, defense, and immigration. Foreign Minister Saud highlighted the… Continue reading Nepal and Sri Lanka pledge to strengthen SAARC and BIMSTEC cooperation
IRD expands CBMS mandate to medium-sized businesses for enhanced tax oversight
Kathmandu: Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has expanded the scope of the Central Billing Monitoring System (CBMS) to include business entities with an annual turnover exceeding Rs 250 million. Previously applicable only to large taxpayers, the revision comes as the IRD aims to enhance tax collection and overall tax administration. The IRD, through a public notice,… Continue reading IRD expands CBMS mandate to medium-sized businesses for enhanced tax oversight
Ground issue delays Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket launch
Kathmandu: Jeff Bezos’ space company Blue Origin called off a return-to-flight mission with its suborbital New Shepard rocket in Texas over what it described as a ground system issue encountered during preparations for liftoff, the company said. “We’re scrubbing #NS24 today due to a ground system issue the team is troubleshooting,” Blue Origin wrote on… Continue reading Ground issue delays Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket launch
NAC records annual income of Rs 22.24 bc in FY 2022/23
Kathmandu: Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has announced a notable financial achievement, reporting an annual income of Rs 22.24 billion in the fiscal year 2022/23. The corporation shared this information in an official statement released on Tuesday, highlighting a positive turnaround in its business operations. The fiscal year 2022/23 marks a significant improvement for NAC, which… Continue reading NAC records annual income of Rs 22.24 bc in FY 2022/23
An earthquake in northwestern China kills at least 127 people and is the deadliest in 9 years
Kathmandu: A strong overnight earthquake rattled a mountainous region of northwestern China, authorities said Tuesday, destroying homes, leaving residents out in a below-freezing winter night and killing 127 people in the nation’s deadliest quake in nine years. The magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck just before midnight on Monday, injuring more than 700 people, damaging roads and… Continue reading An earthquake in northwestern China kills at least 127 people and is the deadliest in 9 years
Parliamentary committee issues directives on Ncell share purchase issue
Kathmandu: Following the summons of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal for discussions on the Ncell share purchase and sale issue, the State Affairs and Good Governance Committee meeting issued six directives on Tuesday. The directives are based on the findings of the ‘Study and Investigation Committee on Ncell Share Purchase and Sale – 2080’ report.The… Continue reading Parliamentary committee issues directives on Ncell share purchase issue