Kathmandu: Former King Gyanendra Shah is set to visit Gorakhpur, India, on Thursday, where he will offer prayers at the Gorakhnath Temple and perform a special puja. Currently in Bhairahawa, near the India-Nepal border, the former king will travel to Gorakhpur from there, according to his Personal Secretariat. During the visit, he is also expected… Continue reading Former King Gyanendra to visit Gorakhpur, offer prayers at Gorakhnath Temple
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Nepal marks Martyrs’ Day
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli paid tribute to the nation’s martyrs on the occasion of Martyrs’ Day. On Wednesday, PM Oli, along with Deputy Prime Ministers and the Deputy Speaker, visited the Martyrs’ Gate and the Martyrs’ Memorial to honor those who sacrificed their lives for democracy and freedom. Martyrs’ Day is observed every… Continue reading Nepal marks Martyrs’ Day
Big tech companies pay Rs 415 mn in taxes to Nepal
Kathmandu: In the last fiscal year 2023/24, 18 major social media and tech companies paid Rs 415 million in taxes to the Nepal government. These companies include Meta (Facebook and Instagram), Google, Microsoft, TikTok, Adobe, Netflix, Amazon, and Apple. They earned Rs 2.76 billion by providing electronic services in Nepal. According to the Large Taxpayer… Continue reading Big tech companies pay Rs 415 mn in taxes to Nepal
Nearly 1,000 arrested in US immigration raids as mass deportations begin
Kathmandu: Nearly 1,000 people were arrested on Sunday in a sweeping immigration crackdown as part of US President Donald Trump’s push for mass deportations. The raids targeted sanctuary cities, with Chicago being a key focus. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) also conducted operations in Miami and parts of New Jersey, escalating enforcement efforts. Tensions over… Continue reading Nearly 1,000 arrested in US immigration raids as mass deportations begin
Cybersecurity advisory issued for government offices and employees in Nepal
Kathmandu: The National Cyber Security Center has issued a cybersecurity advisory aimed at safeguarding government offices and employees from potential cyber threats. The advisory, released on January 22, outlines 21 key measures, including regular website updates, password changes, antivirus updates, and network security. The advisory emphasizes regular updates to government websites and applications and urges… Continue reading Cybersecurity advisory issued for government offices and employees in Nepal
Finance Minister calls for efficiency in customs to meet revenue targets
Kathmandu: Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel acknowledged challenges in meeting the revenue target for the current fiscal year despite some improvement over the previous year. Speaking at an event organized by the Department of Customs on International Customs Day, he urged customs and tax administration to enhance efficiency under growing pressure… Continue reading Finance Minister calls for efficiency in customs to meet revenue targets
Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality honours record-breaking mountaineers
Kathmandu: Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality in Gorkha district celebrated Nepal’s mountaineering achievements by felicitating record-setting climbers, including Phunjo Jhangmu Lama, the fastest female to scale Mount Everest. Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation Badri Pandey and municipality chairperson Nima Lama led the event, recognizing the climbers’ contributions to promoting Nepal’s adventure tourism. Phunjo Jhangmu… Continue reading Tsum Nubri Rural Municipality honours record-breaking mountaineers
Nepal mandates hearing tests for newborns under new directive
Kathmandu: Minister for Health and Population Pradeep Paudel has introduced a groundbreaking directive mandating hearing tests for all newborns in Nepal. The Newborn Hearing Screening Directive 2081 BS, recently approved by the minister, requires maternity hospitals to screen for hearing issues within 12 to 24 hours of birth or during the first follow-up visit. The… Continue reading Nepal mandates hearing tests for newborns under new directive
Rabi Lamichhane receives bail with Rs 10 mn in fraud case
Kathmandu: The Rupandehi District Court on Sunday granted bail to Rastriya Swatantra Party Chairman Rabi Lamichhane in the Supreme Cooperative fraud case. A single bench led by Judge Pralhad Kumar Yogi issued the order after days of closed-door hearings, court magistrate Kumar Khatiwada confirmed. Lamichhane, a former home minister, has now paid a cumulative bail… Continue reading Rabi Lamichhane receives bail with Rs 10 mn in fraud case
Nepal to raise permit fees for Mt Everest expedition
Kathmandu: Nepal will increase Mount Everest climbing permit fees starting September, marking the first hike in nearly ten years. During the peak climbing season (April-May), permits will cost $15,000, up 36% from the current $11,000. Off-season permits will also see similar increases, rising to $7,500 for September-November and $3,750 for December-February. Mountaineering and trekking contribute… Continue reading Nepal to raise permit fees for Mt Everest expedition