Kathmandu: Six girls were rescued from a guest house at Koteshwor in the capital city. The Anti-Human Trafficking Investigation Bureau of Nepal Police rescued those girls last night acting on a tipoff. Spokesperson of Bureau Gautam Mishra said that the girls were rescued from Ramechhap Guest House run by Nabin Thapa. Guest house owner Thapa… Continue reading Rescue operation saves six girls from Kathmandu Guest House
Internet and mobile services cut off in Bangladesh amid violent protests
Kathmandu: Internet and mobile services were cut off in Bangladesh on Friday, following days of violent protests over the allocation of government jobs, with local media reports saying at least 28 people had been killed this week. The protests, which began weeks ago and escalated sharply on Monday, are the biggest since Prime Minister Sheikh… Continue reading Internet and mobile services cut off in Bangladesh amid violent protests
NRB postpones Monetary Policy release amidst government updates
Kathmandu: The scheduled release of the monetary policy by the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has been postponed, according to sources familiar with the matter. Originally slated for today, the unveiling of the policy has been delayed due to recent government developments, including the appointment of Dr Yubaraj Khatiwada as the Economic Adviser to Prime Minister… Continue reading NRB postpones Monetary Policy release amidst government updates
Nepali athletes bid farewell as they depart for 33rd Summer Paris Olympics
Kathmandu: In a heartfelt farewell ceremony held at Sheetal Niwas on Friday, Nepali athletes bound for the 33rd Summer Paris Olympics were given warm wishes and encouragement by President Ram Chandra Paudel. President Paudel, addressing the gathering, emphasized the importance of sports as a means to showcase Nepal’s talent on the global stage. He urged… Continue reading Nepali athletes bid farewell as they depart for 33rd Summer Paris Olympics
Protests in Kathmandu’s New Road over footpath expansion
Kathmandu: Tensions escalated today in Kathmandu’s New Road area as local residents vehemently opposed ongoing footpath expansion efforts. The situation has prompted a heavy deployment of Nepal Police, KMC Police, and additional security forces to maintain order. The protests, which began early Thursday morning, have seen confrontations between demonstrators and metropolitan police forces. The KMC… Continue reading Protests in Kathmandu’s New Road over footpath expansion
Ambica Shrestha, founder of Dwarika’s Hotel, passes away at 92
Kathmandu: Ambica Shrestha, the visionary behind Dwarika’s Hotel in Battisputali, Kathmandu, has died at the age of 92. She passed away at Mediciti Hospital in Lalitpur following a two-month battle with pneumonia and rheumatism, as confirmed by her family. Ambica Shrestha dedicated her life to realizing the aspirations of her late husband, Dwarika Das Shrestha,… Continue reading Ambica Shrestha, founder of Dwarika’s Hotel, passes away at 92
Victims identified: 14 bodies identified out of 19 deceased on Narayanghat-Mugling bus tragedy
Kathmandu: In a devastating incident along the Narayanghat-Mugling road in Chitwan, Nepal, the bodies of 19 passengers from two buses that were swept away by a landslide into the Trishuli River have been recovered so far. The incident occurred last Friday morning, shaking the Bharatpur Metropolitan City-29 community. The tragedy involved two buses: Angel Deluxe,… Continue reading Victims identified: 14 bodies identified out of 19 deceased on Narayanghat-Mugling bus tragedy
Nepal, Bangladesh, and India prepare for landmark electricity trade agreement
Kathmandu: Nepal is on the brink of a major stride in its energy sector as preparations intensify for a pivotal electricity trade agreement. Scheduled for July 28, energy ministers from Bangladesh and India are set to visit Nepal to finalize the terms of this groundbreaking deal. The agreement, initially inked between Nepal and Bangladesh, aims… Continue reading Nepal, Bangladesh, and India prepare for landmark electricity trade agreement
NEPSE hits 35-month high with record daily turnover
Kathmandu: On Wednesday, Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) witnessed a remarkable surge, achieving a daily turnover of Rs 12.05 billion, marking its highest figure in the past 35 months. The bullish trend follows recent political developments where Nepali Congress and CPN-UML formed a coalition to replace the former government. This alliance has bolstered investor confidence, particularly… Continue reading NEPSE hits 35-month high with record daily turnover
PM Oli to seek vote of confidence amid constitutional deadline
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has announced plans to seek a vote of confidence in the House of Representatives on Sunday, according to Mahesh Bertaula, Chief Whip of the CPN-UML party. PM Oli, appointed under Article 76 (2) of Nepal’s Constitution, has a mandated period of one month to secure a vote of confidence,… Continue reading PM Oli to seek vote of confidence amid constitutional deadline