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
Police raid National Medical College in Birgunj
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
Labor minister announces revolutionary change: labor permits to be issued within an hour
Kathmandu: Labor, Employment, and Social Security Minister DP Aryal unveiled a remarkable transformation in labor permit issuance, declaring that permits will now be granted within a mere hour of application. Speaking at a press conference on Sunday, Minister Aryal disclosed that labor permits will undergo swift processing, with approvals granted within the span of an… Continue reading Labor minister announces revolutionary change: labor permits to be issued within an hour
Department of Health Services calls for collaborative efforts to uphold citizens’ health rights
Kathmandu: Today, on World Health Day, the Department of Health Services has issued an urgent appeal, emphasizing the critical need for cooperation from all stakeholders to advance public health and safeguard citizens’ health rights. Highlighting health as a pivotal aspect of multidimensional development, the Department underscored that ensuring citizens’ right to health necessitates concerted efforts… Continue reading Department of Health Services calls for collaborative efforts to uphold citizens’ health rights
Solar eclipse tomorrow
Kathmandu: As the world prepares for a celestial spectacle, a solar eclipse is set to engulf parts of North America in darkness on April 8. However, observers in Nepal will miss out on this event, as confirmed by B.P. Koirala Memorial Planetarium, Observatory, and Science Museum Development Board in Kathmandu. According to reports from NASA,… Continue reading Solar eclipse tomorrow
Laura Kuenssberg: West facing ‘authoritarian’ alliance, says Nato chief
Kathmandu: An “alliance of authoritarian powers” is working more closely together against Western democracies, the head of Nato has warned. Jens Stoltenberg told the BBC that Russia, Iran, China and North Korea are increasingly aligned. He also said he was confident allies of the Nato military alliance would agree a long-term funding deal for Ukraine… Continue reading Laura Kuenssberg: West facing ‘authoritarian’ alliance, says Nato chief
Finance Minister calls for increased investment to boost employment and productivity in Nepal
Kathmandu: In a public event on Friday, Finance Minister Barshaman Pun underscored the need for Nepal to focus on sectors aimed at creating employment and enhancing productivity, urging increased investment in collaboration with development partners. He noted Nepal’s favorable performance compared to other countries in South Asia but highlighted the pressing need for job creation… Continue reading Finance Minister calls for increased investment to boost employment and productivity in Nepal
NEA initiates extended load shedding across industries nationwide
Kathmandu: The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has initiated extended load shedding of more than 12 hours across industries nationwide. Following the halt in electricity imports from the open market in India during nighttime since April 1, the NEA has decided to increase load shedding for industries by more than 12 hours. In some areas, load… Continue reading NEA initiates extended load shedding across industries nationwide
Nepal-Korea friendship expedition 2024: climbers ready for Jugal-I and II ascent
Kathmandu: In a joint press conference held today at the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), Nepal Tourism Board, and Jugal Rural Municipality, organizers announced the full preparedness for the upcoming Jugal-I and II expedition, part of the Nepal-Korea Friendship Expedition 2024. During the conference, it was revealed that ten Korean climbers are set to arrive in… Continue reading Nepal-Korea friendship expedition 2024: climbers ready for Jugal-I and II ascent
Patan High Court orders summoning of parties in Sandeep Lamichhane case
Kathmandu: The Patan High Court has taken a significant step in the controversial case involving cricketer Sandeep Lamichhane, who was previously convicted of rape by the Kathmandu District Court (KDC). A division bench, led by Chief Judge Nripadhwaj Niraula and Justice Krishna Ram Koirala, has ordered the summoning of disputants in response to a writ… Continue reading Patan High Court orders summoning of parties in Sandeep Lamichhane case