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Kathmandu: CNN, the American news network, alleges that approximately 15,000 Nepalese citizens have been recruited into the Russian military, a figure significantly higher than the government’s estimated count of 200. This number reportedly surged after Russia announced an attractive recruitment package for foreign nationals willing to join its army last year. As per sources, the… Continue reading Russia has recruited as many as 15,000 Nepalis to fight its war: CNN

Kathmandu: At least 20 people have been injured in a bus accident in Chitwan on Friday night. The bus (Ba 01-006 Kha 2004) en route to Kathmandu from Rautahat collided with a truck (Pra 203-001 Kha 7312) parked on the roadside at Gadyauli of Rapti Municipality-2 along the East-West Highway last night. Suresh Subedi, chief… Continue reading 20 passengers injured in Chitwan bus accident

Kathmandu: Activist Iih is set to commence a foot journey from Lumbini to Singha Durbar, starting on Sunday, with the aim of urging the federal government to intervene in supporting street vendors, managing the informal sector, and addressing urban poverty. The journey, scheduled from February 11 to February 19, will be documented on Twitter (X),… Continue reading Activist Iih embarks on foot journey advocating for street vendors and urban poor

Kathmandu: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has undertaken a transformative initiative by installing 1,026 smart street lights at strategic locations across the capital city. This innovative project aims to enhance urban infrastructure, traffic management, public safety, and overall social security during nighttime hours. The distribution of these smart street lights includes 318 installations in the Maharajganj-Lainchaur-Jamal… Continue reading Kathmandu Metropolitan City illuminates capital with 1,026 smart street lights

Kathmandu: In a commendable move, Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has taken a compassionate step towards supporting cancer patients by offering free air services. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the NAC is providing a 100% discount on airfare for cancer patients and a 50% discount for their accompanying family members, aiming to… Continue reading NAC extends compassionate gesture with free air service for cancer patients

Kathmandu: In a press conference held on Friday, the families of Nepali individuals recruited in the Russian Army appealed to the government to initiate diplomatic efforts for the safe return of their loved ones. Expressing concerns over the lack of communication with their relatives, family members urged authorities to take prompt action to rescue and… Continue reading Families urge govt action for safe return of Nepali recruits in Russian Army

Kathmandu: Nepal has asked Russia to send back hundreds of Nepali nationals who were recruited to fight against Ukraine and repatriate the bodies of those who died in the conflict, Nepal’s top diplomat said Thursday. The Russian army is estimated to have recruited more than 200 Nepali nationals to fight in Ukraine and at least… Continue reading Nepal asks Russia to send back Nepalis recruited to fight in Ukraine and the bodies of those killed

Kathmandu: In a special ceremony today, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and Nepal jointly unveiled a commemorative logo and a book highlighting success stories after the Employment Permit System (EPS) program, marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The diplomatic relations between Nepal and the Republic of Korea were… Continue reading Celebrating 50 years of diplomatic ties: Nepal and Republic of Korea unveil commemorative logo and success stories book

Kathmandu: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has said that today is the day for making resolve to fulfilling the remaining works of the revolution, keeping in mind the martyrs’ dreams and their commitment. Addressing a programme organised at the Martyrs Memorial, Lainchaur today on the occasion of the Martyrs Day, PM Dahal said, “The… Continue reading Nepal marks ‘Martyrs Day’

Kathmandu: Tribhuvan University has commenced online services for exam-related procedures starting today. Students can now apply for and obtain their exam certificates from the comfort of their homes. This marks the first time in the university’s 74-year history that such services are being provided online. Shivalal Bhusal, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Tribhuvan University, inaugurated the… Continue reading Tribhuvan University introduces online services for exam-related procedures