Kathmandu: The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced the prize money for the teams that have made it to the playoffs of the ongoing Nepal Premier League (NPL). In a statement released on Tuesday, CAN confirmed that the winning team will take home a cash prize of Rs 11 million. The runner-up will receive… Continue reading Nepal Premier League winner to receive Rs 11 million cash prize
Storms across US bring heavy snow, dangerous ice and a tornado in California
Kathmandu: A tornado near a mall in central California swept up cars, uprooted trees and sent several people to the hospital. In San Francisco, authorities issued the first-ever tornado warning. Elsewhere, inclement weather plagued areas of the U.S., with dangerous conditions including heavy snow in upstate New York, a major ice storm in Midwest states… Continue reading Storms across US bring heavy snow, dangerous ice and a tornado in California
European Union continues flight ban on all Nepali airlines
Kathmandu: The European Union (EU) has once again imposed a flight ban on all Nepalese airlines, preventing them from operating in European airspace. This decision is included in the latest update of the EU’s “Safety List,” which lists airlines and aviation service providers deemed unsafe to fly in European skies. The ban applies to all… Continue reading European Union continues flight ban on all Nepali airlines
Home Minister Lekhak assures consensus on constitutional amendment
Kathmandu: Minister for Home Affairs, Ramesh Lekhak, has assured that the government will ensure consensus from all political parties to amend the Constitution, emphasizing the importance of this amendment for strengthening Nepal’s federal democratic republic and promoting inclusion. Speaking at a press meet organized by the Nepal Press Union, Chitwan chapter, today, Lekhak stated that… Continue reading Home Minister Lekhak assures consensus on constitutional amendment
Kathmandu Valley records coldest day as temperature drops to 2°C
Kathmandu: The Kathmandu Valley has experienced its coldest day of the winter season today, with the minimum temperature recorded at 2°C. According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology’s Weather Forecasting Division, the temperature dropped from 3.1°C on Friday to 2°C today. The weather bulletin released by the Department highlighted a sharp decline in temperatures… Continue reading Kathmandu Valley records coldest day as temperature drops to 2°C
Rajbiraj airport to begin night flights after installation of advanced landing technology
Kathmandu: Rajbiraj Airport is set to commence night operations starting December 16, following the successful installation of a new instrument flight landing system (ILS) that enables safe flying in low visibility conditions. The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) announced the milestone after Buddha Air conducted a test flight on Friday, with the participation of… Continue reading Rajbiraj airport to begin night flights after installation of advanced landing technology
World Bank approves $100 million to support Nepal’s green and inclusive development
Kathmandu: The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a $100 million development policy operation (DPO) to help Nepal advance its green, resilient, and inclusive development goals. This marks the second of a three-part program aimed at strengthening the enabling environment for Nepal’s sustainable development. David Sislen, World Bank Regional Country Director for the… Continue reading World Bank approves $100 million to support Nepal’s green and inclusive development
FNCBCI President calls for rethink in South Asia’s trade policies
Kathmandu: Chandra Prasad Dhakal, President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCBCI), urged South Asia to reconsider its trade policies to protect vulnerable sectors while promoting green and inclusive growth. Speaking at the closing of the 15th South Asia Economic Summit on Friday, Dhakal highlighted the region’s slow progress in economic… Continue reading FNCBCI President calls for rethink in South Asia’s trade policies
Biden issues 39 presidential pardons and commutes 1,500 sentences
Kathmandu: US President Joe Biden has issued presidential pardons to 39 Americans convicted of non-violent crimes, and commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 other people. The White House described it as the most acts of presidential clemency issued in a single day. It has not given the names of the people involved. The US Constitution… Continue reading Biden issues 39 presidential pardons and commutes 1,500 sentences
Selena Gomez engaged to songwriter Benny Blanco
Kathmandu: Selena Gomez has announced her engagement to songwriter Benny Blanco, sharing the exciting news on Instagram with a picture of her sparkling engagement ring. The actress and singer captioned the post, “forever begins now,” confirming her commitment to Blanco, with whom she has been in a relationship since last year. The couple, known for… Continue reading Selena Gomez engaged to songwriter Benny Blanco