Kathmandu: Buddhi Narayan Shrestha, famously known as the ‘Border Man of Nepal,’ has been recognized by a university in the United Kingdom (UK) for his outstanding contributions to border research. The International Border Research Unit (IBRU) at Durham University’s Center for Borders Research presented Shrestha with the Raymond Milefsky Award, now in its seventh year.… Continue reading UK University honors Nepal’s ‘Border Man’ Buddhi Narayan Shrestha
US-based AAR Corp fined $55 mn for bribery in NAC aircraft deal
Kathmandu: AAR Corp, a US-based company, has been fined $55 million (approximately Rs 7.42 billion) by the US government after being found guilty of bribing Nepali officials during the procurement of two widebody aircraft for Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC). The company allegedly paid $2.5 million in bribes to secure a deal for the purchase of… Continue reading US-based AAR Corp fined $55 mn for bribery in NAC aircraft deal
Milan Acharya surrenders to police, confesses to killing father and brother
Kathmadu: Milan Acharya, 26, has surrendered to the police and confessed to the brutal killings of his father, Kul Prasad Acharya, 56, and younger brother, Pravin Acharya, 22. The Metropolitan Police Circle in Maharajgunj confirmed that Milan is currently being questioned by the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office following his surrender. According to police, Milan… Continue reading Milan Acharya surrenders to police, confesses to killing father and brother
Rabi Lamichhane suspended from parliament amid ongoing legal case
Kathmadu: Rabi Lamichhane, the elected Member of Parliament (MP) for Chitwan-2 and president of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), has been suspended from his parliamentary duties following a money laundering charge. The notice of suspension was issued by Padma Prasad Pandey, the general secretary of the House of Representatives (HoR) Secretariat, citing legal provisions. Lamichhane… Continue reading Rabi Lamichhane suspended from parliament amid ongoing legal case
Janakpur Bolts crowned inaugural Nepal Premier League Champions with thrilling 5-wicket victory
Kathmandu: Janakpur Bolts etched their name in history as the inaugural champions of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) with a nail-biting five-wicket win over Sudurpaschim Royals in the final held at Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground, Kirtipur. Opener Lahiru Milantha’s explosive batting performance was the highlight of the match, earning him the Player of the Match… Continue reading Janakpur Bolts crowned inaugural Nepal Premier League Champions with thrilling 5-wicket victory
Malaysia approves new search for missing flight MH370
Kathmandu: The Malaysian government has announced its decision in principle to restart the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, which vanished in March 2014 in one of aviation’s most enduring mysteries. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said on Friday that the cabinet has approved a $70 million agreement with the U.S.-based marine exploration firm Ocean Infinity… Continue reading Malaysia approves new search for missing flight MH370
Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba urges Indian entrepreneurs to invest in Nepal
Kathmandu: Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba has called on Indian entrepreneurs to invest in Nepal’s energy, infrastructure development, agriculture, tourism, and information technology sectors. Speaking at the ‘India-Nepal Economic Summit,’ which began today in New Delhi, organized by Kathmandu University and India’s Egrow Foundation, Minister Rana highlighted Nepal’s liberalized policies on foreign investment and… Continue reading Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba urges Indian entrepreneurs to invest in Nepal
Supreme Court issues interim order barring use of ‘Janayuddha’ term
Kathmandu: The Supreme Court of Nepal has issued an interim order instructing the government not to use the term ‘Janayuddha’ (People’s War) in official documents. The decision, made by the Constitutional Bench on December 11, was certified by the court on Thursday. The order follows a writ petition filed by Gyanendra Raj Aran, challenging the… Continue reading Supreme Court issues interim order barring use of ‘Janayuddha’ term
Argentina tops FIFA rankings for second consecutive year in 2024
Kathmandu: Footbal world champion Argentina ended 2024 as the top-ranked team in the FIFA men’s rankings, retaining their position for the second year in a row. The rankings, released Thursday, showed minimal changes as only 21 international matches were played since November. Argentina secured the top spot, followed by France in second place, and European… Continue reading Argentina tops FIFA rankings for second consecutive year in 2024
Nepal Police faces rising resignations: 509 officers leave in 4 months
Kathmandu: Resignations within Nepal Police are on the rise, with 509 officers stepping down in the first four months of the current fiscal year 2024/25, spanning mid-July to mid-November. Most of those who resigned were lower-ranking personnel, according to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) and spokesperson Bishwa Adhikari. He cited opportunities in other sectors as… Continue reading Nepal Police faces rising resignations: 509 officers leave in 4 months