Kathmandu: Communications and Information Technology Minister Gyanendra Bahadur Karki has said that there is no truth in the statement that the country’s economy is heading towards the crisis-ridden Sri Lanka. Minister Karki, who is also the spokesperson of the Government of Nepal, said that an attempt was being made to mislead the people that the… Continue reading Communication Minister Karki claims Nepal is not facing economic crisis as Sri Lanka
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Corona infection confirmed in 102 people
Kathmandu: The number of covid positive cases are continuing to go up these days. In the last 24 hours, an additional 102 people have been confirmed infected with the corona virus (Covid-19). According to the Ministry of Health and Population, 31 people have been recovered.
Mayor Balen commits to build statue of rapper Yamabuddha on his own expenses
Kathmandu: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Mayor Balen Sah has said that he will build the statue of the late rapper Yambuddha using his salary. Mayor Balen was in controversy after he announced to make a statue of Yama Buddha from the budget of Kathmandu Metropolitan City. Balen was opposed saying that the budget was kept… Continue reading Mayor Balen commits to build statue of rapper Yamabuddha on his own expenses
Protesters break into Sri Lankan President’s house
(BBC): Thousands of demonstrators have made their way into the Colombo residence of President Rajapaska, as shown in this footage. The protesters crowded into the building, roving through bedrooms, bathrooms and grand halls. As reported by BBC, It’s not clear where President Gotabaya Rajapkaksa is right now – but defence officials say he was whisked… Continue reading Protesters break into Sri Lankan President’s house
Gun applicants in NY will have to list social media accounts
(AP): As missed warning signs pile up in investigations of mass killings, New York state is rolling out a novel strategy to screen applicants for gun permits. People seeking to carry concealed handguns will be required to hand over lists of their social media accounts for a review of their “character and conduct.” It’s an… Continue reading Gun applicants in NY will have to list social media accounts
Japan’s ex-leader dies after being shot while giving speech
(BBC): Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe has died in hospital after he was shot at a political campaign event, say local media. Abe was shot at twice while he was giving a speech in the southern city of Nara on Friday morning. He immediately collapsed and was rushed to the nearest hospital. Pictures taken… Continue reading Japan’s ex-leader dies after being shot while giving speech
Japan ex-PM injured after reported gunshot attack
(BBC): Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has collapsed after he was shot at an event in the city of Nara. Mr Abe was shot twice, with the second shot hitting him in the back, causing him to fall to the ground. Reports say his attacker has since been arrested. Ex-Tokyo governor Yoichi Masuzoe said… Continue reading Japan ex-PM injured after reported gunshot attack
NYC Mayor Adams promises ‘new weapons’ in fight against latest COVID surge
(New York Daily News): New York State Mayor Adams vowed Thursday to replace his administration’s color-coded coronavirus alert system with a set of “new weapons” in the face of yet another wave of COVID cases descending upon New York City. Speaking at Brooklyn’s Maimonides Hospital, a COVID-19 epicenter in the early days of the pandemic,… Continue reading NYC Mayor Adams promises ‘new weapons’ in fight against latest COVID surge
Govt announces public holiday on Sunday to mark Eid
Kathmandu: The government has decided to grant a nationwide public holiday next Sunday. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, it has been decided to grant a public holiday on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr (Eid-ul-Azha). Every year government provides holiday on this day. This year also the government has been announced holiday in honor of… Continue reading Govt announces public holiday on Sunday to mark Eid
Covid cases increasing, 113 people confirmed positive in last 24 hours
Kathmandu: The corona cases have again started raising in the country. The covid cases have crossed 100 on Wednesday. In the last 24 hours, 113 more people have been confirmed to be infected with the corona virus. According to the Ministry of Health and Population, the number of active cases of corona virus has reached… Continue reading Covid cases increasing, 113 people confirmed positive in last 24 hours