After a remarkable comeback, Nepal has earned its place in the upcoming T20 World Cup scheduled for June 2024 in America and the West Indies. This achievement marks their return to the international cricket stage after a ten-year hiatus. Nepal clinched their qualification with an impressive 8-wicket win over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at… Continue reading Nepal makes a grand comeback in T20 World Cup, securing qualification with thrilling victory over UAE
Record-breaking tourist influx: Nepal welcomes over 117,000 visitors in October 2023
Kathmandu: In October 2023, Nepal reached a significant milestone in its tourism sector, with a remarkable surge in visitor numbers. Data from the Immigration Department reveals that Nepal hosted a total of 117,306 tourists during the month, as confirmed by the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). This figure sets a new record for the highest number… Continue reading Record-breaking tourist influx: Nepal welcomes over 117,000 visitors in October 2023
Five arrested in principal’s murder case
Kathmandu: The Kalaiya District Police Office in Bara conducted a press conference today to provide details about the arrest of five individuals connected to the murder of Rupesh Saraf, also known as ‘Guddu,’ the principal of Bal Ekta Boarding School in Kalaiya Sub-Metropolitan City-6. The arrested individuals are Radha Gupta, Chand Yadav, Abhinav Kumar Singh,… Continue reading Five arrested in principal’s murder case
Canada bans Chinese app WeChat from government devices
Kathmandu: Canada has announced it will ban WeChat on government devices. The Chinese-owned app is sometimes referred to as the “everything app” – like WhatsApp, Facebook, Amazon and Tinder all in one. However Western governments have security concerns about it, mainly that the app could be used to spy on users. The BBC has reached… Continue reading Canada bans Chinese app WeChat from government devices
Messi wins record-extending 8th Ballon d’Or
Kathmandu: Lionel Messi won the men’s Ballon d’Or for a record-extending eighth time on Monday after fulfilling his life’s ambition by leading Argentina to the World Cup title in Qatar last year.Adding to his silverware the one major trophy that eluded him in his storied career was the decisive factor in an otherwise quite mundane… Continue reading Messi wins record-extending 8th Ballon d’Or
Nepal’s victory paves way to T20 World Cup qualifiers semifinals
Kathmandu: After a successful performance against Malaysia in the T20 World Cup Qualifiers, Nepal has clinched a spot in the semifinals. Opting to bat first and setting a target of 166 runs for Nepal, Malaysia’s challenge was met as Nepal achieved victory with four wickets to spare. The aggressive batting duo of Kushal Malla and… Continue reading Nepal’s victory paves way to T20 World Cup qualifiers semifinals
DoT questions Nirmal Purja’s ‘Skydiving’ in mt Everest region without permission
Kathmandu: The Department of Tourism (DoT) has raised concerns and requested an explanation from world-record mountaineer Nirmal Purja regarding his ‘skydiving’ activities in the Mount Everest region, which were reportedly conducted without prior authorization. Purja, renowned for conquering all 14 mountains exceeding 8,000 meters in just six months and six days, recently launched his ‘Skydive… Continue reading DoT questions Nirmal Purja’s ‘Skydiving’ in mt Everest region without permission
UN General Secretary applauds Nepal as a global friend and peace pioneer
Kathmandu: United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has underscored the crucial role of transitional justice in the maintenance of lasting peace. In a speech delivered to a joint session of Nepal’s Federal Parliament, he noted that Nepal is in the final stages of its peace process and acknowledged the complexity of the transitional justice process.… Continue reading UN General Secretary applauds Nepal as a global friend and peace pioneer
Drivers can now show digital license on Nagarik App
Kathmandu: Drivers Can Now Utilize Digital Driver’s Licenses on the Nagarik App for Routine Checks, Marking a Forward Step in Modernizing Traffic Management. The National Information Technology Center (NITC) has officially recognized driver’s licenses stored on the Nagarik App following approval by the Council of Ministers. An NITC representative noted that the police headquarters has… Continue reading Drivers can now show digital license on Nagarik App
Internet, phone service gradually returns after vanishing for most of Gaza amid heavy bombardment
Kathmandu: Two days after cellular and internet service abruptly vanished for most of Gaza amid a heavy Israeli bombardment, the crowded enclave was coming back online Sunday as communications systems were gradually being restored. That’s a welcome development for Gaza following a communications blackout that began late Friday as Israel expanded ground operations and launched… Continue reading Internet, phone service gradually returns after vanishing for most of Gaza amid heavy bombardment