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Kathmandu: Today at Singha Durbar, Education Minister Sumana Shrestha, representing the Rastriya Swatantra Party, declared a hands-off approach by the ministry and her political party in university affairs. During a crucial meeting with a panel of education experts, which included renowned figure Kedar Bhakta Mathema, Minister Shrestha emphasized a commitment to maintaining impartiality. She pledged… Continue reading Education Minister Sumana Shrestha ensures non-interference in university affairs

Kathmandu: Indian Embassy in Kathmandu has presented 35 ambulances and 66 school buses to various organizations across Nepal today. The keys to these vehicles were formally handed over by Naveen Srivastava, Ambassador of India to Nepal, in a ceremony attended by Finance Minister Barsha Man Pun, along with mayors, chairpersons of municipalities and rural municipalities… Continue reading Indian Embassy gifts ambulances and school buses to Nepal

Kathmandu: In a remarkable feat of endurance and determination, an Australian woman has achieved a historic climb of the world’s tenth highest peak without the aid of supplemental oxygen. Allie Pepper, 48, hailing from the Blue Mountains in Sydney, along with her climbing partners Mingtemba (Mikel) Sherpa and Ngima Wanadak Sherpa, reached the summit of… Continue reading Australian woman climbs world’s 10th highest peak without oxygen

Kathmandu: Nepal government has officially designated the orange as the nation’s official fruit. The decision was made during a recent Cabinet meeting held on Friday, following a proposal put forth by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development. Rekha Sharma, Minister for Communication and Information Technology, confirmed the decision, highlighting the significance of the orange… Continue reading Nepal declares Orange as national fruit

Kathmandu: Today, Muslims across the country are celebrating Eid al-Fitr with great fervor. This festival holds immense significance in the Muslim community, marked by special Namaz recitations, prayers in mosques, seeking blessings from elders, and exchanging blessings with younger ones. In recognition of the importance of Eid al-Fitr, the government has declared today, Wednesday, a… Continue reading Muslims nationwide celebrate Eid al-Fitr with joyous festivities

Kathmandu’s main touristic area, Thamel, will remain operational 24 hours from April 13 onward. According to Thamel Tourism Development Council, preparation has been made for the announcement of full-time (24 hours) business operations in Thamel and Durbar Marga areas from the Nepali New Year i.e. April 13 onward. Council Chairperson Bhabiswor Sharma said all necessary… Continue reading Thamel to operate around the clock starting April 13

Kathmandu: In a bid to enhance urban infrastructure and promote energy efficiency, the government has announced a comprehensive plan to illuminate major cities across the country, including the Kathmandu Valley. The initiative entails the installation of modern street lights along main city thoroughfares, as well as the implementation of contemporary traffic signal systems on bustling… Continue reading Nepal govt to brighten up major cities with modern lighting

Kathmandu: In a significant announcement, the Nepali government has declared tomorrow a public holiday in observance of Eid-ul-Fitr, a prominent festival celebrated by the Muslim community. The Ministry of Home Affairs issued a press release today, confirming that the holiday will be observed nationwide. This decision comes as Eid-ul-Fitr marks the culmination of Ramadan, the… Continue reading Govt declares public holiday tomorrow for Eid-ul-Fitr

Kathmandu: A serious allegation has been leveled against CPN-UML leader Mahesh Basnet, as a woman has registered a complaint accusing him of rape. According to police sources, the woman submitted her complaint to the district attorney’s office via post, alleging that Basnet had coerced her into sexual intercourse. Subsequently, the public prosecutor forwarded a report… Continue reading CPN-UML leader Mahesh Basnet accused of rape

Kathmandu: In a joint operation conducted by the District Police Office Parsa and Birgunj Metropolitan City, the National Medical College in Birgunj came under scrutiny resulting in the arrest of the college’s Managing Director (MD) Shahnawaz Hussain Ansari and lab technician Sanjay Sah. Led by Kanhaiya Thakur, a member of the market management and monitoring… Continue reading Police raid National Medical College in Birgunj