Kathmandu: Nepal Government has called on Qatar and Egypt to help secure the release of Nepali student Bipin Joshi, who is being held hostage by the Hamas group. Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba made the appeal to both countries’ ambassadors in Nepal following reports that Hamas plans to release 34 hostages, including women, children, and… Continue reading Nepal urges Qatar and Egypt for action on release of Nepali hostage deld by Hamas
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NRB mandates National ID for opening bank accounts
Kathmandu: Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has made the submission of a national identity card (National ID) mandatory for individuals wishing to open bank accounts, effective from January 14, 2025. This directive is part of an amended unified regulation aimed at enhancing financial security and customer verification processes. According to a circular issued by NRB on… Continue reading NRB mandates National ID for opening bank accounts
Nepal’s passport ranks 101st in Henley Passport Index for 2025
Kathmandu: Nepal’s passport ranks 101st in the Henley Passport Index for the first half of 2025, granting holders visa-free access to just 39 countries. This positions Nepal among nations with weaker passports compared to global leaders such as Singapore, whose passport remains the world’s most powerful, offering visa-free access to 195 countries. The Henley Passport… Continue reading Nepal’s passport ranks 101st in Henley Passport Index for 2025
Kaski District Court grants bail to Rabi Lamichhane and 6 others in embezzlement case
Kathmandu: The Kaski District Court has granted bail to seven individuals, including Rabi Lamichhane, President of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, in connection with an alleged misappropriation of funds from Suryadarshan Cooperatives in Pokhara. The court’s decision, issued on Thursday by a bench led by Judge Nitij Rai, followed a 10-day hearing. Lamichhane, who is also… Continue reading Kaski District Court grants bail to Rabi Lamichhane and 6 others in embezzlement case
Dense fog and cold wave disrupt life in Terai region
Kathmandu: Dense fog and cold weather conditions have severely disrupted daily life across the Terai region. In Mahottari, local governments have announced the closure of schools due to the intense cold. The Butwal-Narayanghat section of the East-West Highway, which was closed since morning due to poor visibility, has reopened partially in the afternoon, but police… Continue reading Dense fog and cold wave disrupt life in Terai region
State of emergency declared in Los Angeles as wildfire rages
Kathmandu: A state of emergency has been declared after a rapidly spreading wildfire grew from 10 acres to a staggering 2,900 acres within a few hours. Authorities have ordered the evacuation of approximately 30,000 residents to safer locations, according to BBC reports. Video footage from the Pacific Palisades area shows thick plumes of smoke rising… Continue reading State of emergency declared in Los Angeles as wildfire rages
Mild damage reported in Nepal following Tibet earthquake
Kathmandu: An earthquake with its epicenter in Shigatse, Tibet, China, caused minor damage in parts of Nepal. Tremors were felt across Kathmandu Valley as well as eastern and central Nepal. While the earthquake did not cause significant destruction, the Ministry of Home Affairs reported minor damage in some areas. According to the Provincial Police Office… Continue reading Mild damage reported in Nepal following Tibet earthquake
China suspends Mt Everest expedition following strong earthquake
Kathmandu: China has temporarily suspended tourist observation activities around Mount Everest from its territory after a powerful earthquake struck Dingri County in Tibet at 6:50 AM on Tuesday. According to Chinese state media Xinhua, the earthquake measured 7.1 on the Richter scale, while China’s measurement center reported a magnitude of 6.8. Dingri County, home to… Continue reading China suspends Mt Everest expedition following strong earthquake
Strong earthquake jolts Nepal, no damage reported
Kathmandu: Kathmandu and large parts of Nepal were shaken by strong tremors early this morning, prompting residents to rush out of their homes. The earthquake, measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale, struck at 6:50 AM, with its epicenter in Dinggye County, Tibet, China. The quake revived memories of the catastrophic 7.6 magnitude Gorkha earthquake of… Continue reading Strong earthquake jolts Nepal, no damage reported
Cloudy weather forecasted in Nepal with light rain and snowfall expected
Kathmandu: Most parts of the country are set to experience cloudy weather today due to the partial influence of western low-pressure systems, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division of the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. The division has forecast partly to generally cloudy conditions this afternoon, with light rain anticipated in the hilly areas and… Continue reading Cloudy weather forecasted in Nepal with light rain and snowfall expected