Kathmadu: Governor Maha Prasad Adhikari of the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has encouraged individuals to report instances of excessive interest charges by banks to the general public. Speaking at the 27th anniversary of the Society of Economic Journalists Nepal (SEJON), Governor Adhikari assured that the NRB would investigate and refund any excess amount if industrialists… Continue reading Governor urges public to report high bank interest charges
Nepal’s public debt surpasses Rs 2.36 trillion in FY 2023/24 Q1
Kathmandu: As of mid-November in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24, Nepal has witnessed a notable surge in public debt, accumulating over Rs 57.71 billion in the first quarter alone. This has propelled the total public debt to Rs 2.36 trillion, up from Rs 2.29 trillion recorded in mid-July, as reported by the Public Debt Management… Continue reading Nepal’s public debt surpasses Rs 2.36 trillion in FY 2023/24 Q1
Himalaya Airlines inaugurates direct flights connecting Kathmandu to Shanghai
Kathmandu: Himalaya Airlines has commenced direct flights from Kathmandu to Shanghai, China, marking a milestone in air connectivity between Nepal and one of China’s major cities. The airline’s inaugural flight, carrying 137 passengers, departed from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) at 9:20 AM and is scheduled to land in Shanghai at 9 PM today. The Kathmandu-Shanghai… Continue reading Himalaya Airlines inaugurates direct flights connecting Kathmandu to Shanghai
Home Minister Shrestha ensures govt won’t ban other social networking sites
Kathmandu: Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha has stated that those who defy the law and spread chaos would not be exempted. Addressing media-persons at Bharatpur Airport today, Deputy Prime Minister Shrestha emphasized that those who violate the law and cause chaos will not be exempted. He shared that the government intends… Continue reading Home Minister Shrestha ensures govt won’t ban other social networking sites
Patan high court issues remand order for 8 individuals in fake Bhutanese refugee case
Kathmandu: In a significant development, the Patan High Court has issued an order for the remand in custody of eight individuals, including former minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi, in connection with the fake Bhutanese refugee case. The joint bench comprising Judges Janak Pandey and Prakash Kharel upheld the Kathmandu District Court’s decision to imprison Top Bahadur… Continue reading Patan high court issues remand order for 8 individuals in fake Bhutanese refugee case
Record-breaking tourist influx continues in Nepal, nearing govt’s 2023 target
Kathmandu: In a remarkable surge, over 100,000 foreign tourists visited Nepal during the month of November 2023, as reported by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). The official statistics reveal that precisely 108,630 foreign visitors arrived in Nepal by air during this period. The Nepalese government had previously set an ambitious target of welcoming one million… Continue reading Record-breaking tourist influx continues in Nepal, nearing govt’s 2023 target
Nepal govt and World Bank launches $103.84 mn worth program to strengthen Nepal’s health system
Kathmandu: The Nepal Quality Health Systems Program was jointly launched today by the Additional Health Secretary, Dr. Tanka Barakoti and World Bank Practice Manager for the Health, Nutrition and Population Global Practice, Feng Zhao. The Program aims to improve the readiness of the health system for delivery of quality healthcare, enhance coverage of health insurance,… Continue reading Nepal govt and World Bank launches $103.84 mn worth program to strengthen Nepal’s health system
Nepal records its first official same-sex marriage in Lamjung
Kathmandu: In a groundbreaking development, the first-ever registration of a same-sex marriage has taken place in Lamjung’s Dordi Rural Municipality. On Wednesday, Ram Bahadur Gurung and Surendra Pandey, the groom and bride, officially recorded their union under the legal framework. The certificate for the same-sex marriage was issued by Ward No. 2 of the rural… Continue reading Nepal records its first official same-sex marriage in Lamjung
Nepal Police issue warning against online delivery fraud; urges public vigilance
Kathmandu: Nepal Police have issued a public advisory urging caution against a group of fraudsters orchestrating scams under the guise of online goods delivery. The police reported that unsuspecting victims have been defrauded of significant sums of money through these fraudulent schemes. Deputy Inspector General of Police Kuber Kadayath, the spokesperson for Nepal Police, emphasized… Continue reading Nepal Police issue warning against online delivery fraud; urges public vigilance
Nepal govt issues ultimatum to ISPs for TikTok ban compliance
KathmanduL: The Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) has mandated internet service providers (ISPs) to confirm their adherence to the government’s decision to ban TikTok, a social media app. In a notice released following the Cabinet meeting on November 13, the NTA warned ISPs that failure to respond within 24 hours could result in the cancellation of… Continue reading Nepal govt issues ultimatum to ISPs for TikTok ban compliance