Bhim Rawal to announce plans for new political party on Wednesday

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Kathmandu: Dr. Bhim Rawal, who was recently expelled from the CPN-UML, is preparing to disclose his future political plans at a press conference scheduled for Wednesday. According to his associate Govinda Duwal, Rawal will use the platform to outline his next steps and address ongoing speculation about his political trajectory. The event will take place… Continue reading Bhim Rawal to announce plans for new political party on Wednesday

Gurung community celebrates Tamu Lhosar as New Year across the country

Kathmandu: The Gurung community is celebrating Tamu Lhosar as their New Year today, with various programs being held across the country, including the capital city. The Tamu Lhosar Main Organizing Committee has organized a grand celebration at Tundikhel, Kathmandu, where cultural performances and traditional rituals are being showcased to mark the occasion. Tamu Lhosar is… Continue reading Gurung community celebrates Tamu Lhosar as New Year across the country

Purnima Shrestha named in CNN’s list of Extreme Athletes for 2024

File Photo Purnima Shrestha, one of the two women climbers to scale Mt Dhaulagiri Successfully, at mt Dhaulagiri camp 2. Photo Courtesy: Purnima Shrestha's Facebook wall.

Kathmandu: Nepali mountaineer and photojournalist Purnima Shrestha has been featured in CNN’s list, ‘The Extreme Athletes Who Pushed Limits in 2024.’ Purnima made history as the first woman in the world to scale Mount Everest three times in a single climbing season. She successfully reached the summit on May 12, 19, and 25 this year,… Continue reading Purnima Shrestha named in CNN’s list of Extreme Athletes for 2024

Trump Asks SC to delay potential TikTok ban, seeks political resolution

Kathmandu: President-elect Donald Trump on Friday requested the U.S. Supreme Court to halt the potential ban on TikTok until his administration can pursue a “political resolution” to the matter. The request coincides with opposing briefs filed by TikTok and the Biden administration. TikTok argued that the court should overturn the law, which could force the… Continue reading Trump Asks SC to delay potential TikTok ban, seeks political resolution

Plane crash in South Korea leaves 124 dead

Kathmandu: At least 124 people have died after a plane crash during landing at Muan Airport in South Korea. The Boeing 737-800, operated by Jeju Air, was carrying 181 passengers on a flight from Bangkok, Thailand. Footage circulating online shows the aircraft veering off the runway, colliding with a wall, and bursting into flames. While… Continue reading Plane crash in South Korea leaves 124 dead

NASA’s Parker Solar probe makes history with closest-ever approach to the Sun

Kathmandu: NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has made history by surviving the closest-ever fly-by of the Sun, enduring extreme conditions to send a successful signal back to Earth. The spacecraft passed just 3.8 million miles (6.1 million kilometers) from the solar surface on Christmas Eve, marking a groundbreaking milestone in solar exploration. After several days of… Continue reading NASA’s Parker Solar probe makes history with closest-ever approach to the Sun

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passes away at 92

Kathmandu: Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away today at the age of 92 after battling age-related medical conditions, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) confirmed. In response to his passing, the Government of India has declared seven days of national mourning to honor the life and legacy of the esteemed leader.… Continue reading Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passes away at 92

Azerbaijan observes day of mourning for air crash victims as speculation mounts about its cause

Kathmandu: Azerbaijan on Thursday observed a nationwide day of mourning for the victims of the plane crash that killed 38 people and left all 29 survivors injured as speculation mounted about a possible cause of the disaster, with some experts saying that the airliner was damaged by Russian air defense fire. Azerbaijan Airlines’ Embraer 190… Continue reading Azerbaijan observes day of mourning for air crash victims as speculation mounts about its cause

Kushal Malla to join Desert Vipers for 2025 ILT20 Season

Kathmandu: Nepal’s all-rounder, Kushal Malla, has been signed by the Desert Vipers for the upcoming season of the International League T20 (ILT20) in the United Arab Emirates. Malla will replace Dutch all-rounder Bas de Leede, who is sidelined due to injury sustained while playing for the Pokhara Avengers in the Nepal Premier League (NPL). Tom… Continue reading Kushal Malla to join Desert Vipers for 2025 ILT20 Season

Sichuan Airlines flight brings Chinese team to Pokhara for International Dragon Boat Race

Kathmandu: A chartered flight from Sichuan Airlines, carrying 126 passengers from Chengdu, landed at Pokhara International Airport today. The Chinese team is in Nepal to participate in the Second International Dragon Boat Race, set to take place on December 29 and 30 at the scenic Fewa Lake in Pokhara. The event is being organized in… Continue reading Sichuan Airlines flight brings Chinese team to Pokhara for International Dragon Boat Race