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Kathmandu: Landing difficulties caused by dense fog at Bhairahawa’s Gautam Buddha International Airport have been resolved with the introduction of a new navigation system. The airport has implemented the Required Navigation Performance Authorization Required (RNP AR) system from today. This advanced technology allows aircraft to land with visibility as low as 800 meters, significantly lower… Continue reading New navigation system eases landing issues at GBIA

Kathmandu: Minister of Health and Population, Pradeep Paudel, has proposed collaboration with hospitals operated by security agencies to reduce the patient burden in government hospitals. During a meeting with the Inspector General of Police, senior military officials, and heads of health services run by security forces, Minister Paudel suggested utilizing vacant operation wards in these… Continue reading Health Minister proposes collaboration with security forces to ease patient load

Kathmandu: South Korean Special Envoy Lee Jeongkyu, representing the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, recently visited Nepal to strengthen bilateral cooperation. During his visit, he held high-level discussions with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Bishnu Prasad Paudel, Minister of Labour, Employment, and Social Security Sharat Singh Bhandari, and Foreign… Continue reading Korean special envoy visits Nepal, highlights 50 years of diplomatic relations

Kathmandu: The Supreme Court has dismissed a writ petition demanding a halt to the implementation of the National Identity Card, paving the way for the government to enforce the system for various services. A three-member bench comprising Chief Justice Prakashman Singh Raut and Justices Abdul Aziz Musalman and Nripdhwaj Niraula rejected the petition filed by… Continue reading Supreme Court clears way for implementation of NID

Kathmandu: A special cultural program blending Nepali and Chinese traditions was held in Bhaktapur on Saturday to mark the announcement of Visit Nepal Year 2025 and the Chinese New Year. The event was graced by Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song, Bhaktapur Mayor Sunil Prajapati, and Nepal Tourism Board Head Deepak Raj Joshi. The highlight… Continue reading Nepal-Chinese Educational & Cultural Center celebrates Visit Nepal Year 2025

Kathmandu: In an effort to address Madhes-related concerns, leaders from six Madhes-centric political parties convened on Tuesday, signaling renewed dialogue on issues such as constitutional amendments. The meeting, held at the Samarpan Academy in Dhumbarahi, aimed to establish a framework, objectives, and a common agenda for forming a united front. Although no concrete decisions were… Continue reading Madhes-Centric parties push for unity to address regional issues

Kathmandu: A parliamentary sub-committee under the Law, Justice, and Human Rights Committee of Nepal’s House of Representatives has proposed reducing the legal marriage age from 20 to 18 years. The recommendation, which has sparked a nationwide debate, stems from findings highlighting a disconnect between existing laws and societal practices in rural areas. The sub-committee’s report… Continue reading Lawmakers proposes lowering Nepal’s legal marriage age to 18

Kathmandu: The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, Prince Edward and Duchess Sophie, are scheduled to visit Nepal next month as part of their first international tour of 2025. According to the British Royal Family’s official website, the royal couple will arrive in Kathmandu on February 4 for a five-day state visit following Prince Edward’s stop… Continue reading Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh set to visit Nepal in February

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

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