Kathmandu: The 13th Meeting of the Nepal-China’s Xizang Economic and Trade Facilitation Committee (NXTFC) was held in Lhasa on June 17-18, 2025, ushering in a new era in the long-standing trade relationship between the Xizang Autonomous Region (XAR) of China and Nepal. The Nepali delegation, headed by Mr. Bipeen Acharya, Joint Secretary of the Ministry… Continue reading 13th Nepal-China’s Xizang Economic and Trade Facilitation Committee Meeting concludes
NA Chair stresses on entrepreneurship based on science and technology
Kathmandu: The Chairman of the National Assembly (NA), the upper house of the Federal Parliament, Narayan Prasad Dahal, has said that the state should take the initiative for the development of entrepreneurship based on science and technology. Addressing the youth scientist conference organized by the National Youth Council in Lalitpur today, he emphasized the need… Continue reading NA Chair stresses on entrepreneurship based on science and technology
Labour and Employment Ministry concerned over safety of Nepalis in Iran, Israel
Kathmandu: The Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security has decided to write to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs requesting it to direct Nepal’s diplomatic missions to take necessary measures for ensuring the safety of Nepali workers in Israel and Iran. This move comes in response to the ongoing conflict between the two countries and… Continue reading Labour and Employment Ministry concerned over safety of Nepalis in Iran, Israel
Air pollution is number one health risk factor in Nepal: World Bank
Kathmandu: Air pollution is the number one risk factor for death and disability in Nepal. Single-sector solutions are not sufficient to meet any clean air target. Public policy and investment need to optimize air quality actions across sectors, prioritizing those with the most cost-effective solutions, says the World Bank in a new report. The report,… Continue reading Air pollution is number one health risk factor in Nepal: World Bank
Government files Rs 1.36 billion tax evasion lawsuit against ‘Nepal Can Move’
Kathmandu: The Government of Nepal has filed a lawsuit demanding over Rs 1.36 billion from Nepal Can Move Pvt Ltd and its operators, accusing them of large-scale tax evasion through concealed sales and undeclared income. The Department of Revenue Investigation (DoRI) registered the case at the High Court on Sunday, charging Nepal Can Move Pvt… Continue reading Government files Rs 1.36 billion tax evasion lawsuit against ‘Nepal Can Move’
Inter-tier collaboration necessary for development of IT sector: Minister Gurung
Kathmandu: Minister for Communications and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung has said that collaboration between all three levels of government is necessary for the development of the information technology sector. At a program held to review the National Information and Communication Technology Day-2082 at the ministry today, Minister Gurung emphasized that the development of information… Continue reading Inter-tier collaboration necessary for development of IT sector: Minister Gurung
Call to review VAT, luxury tax on diamond, gems jewelries and gold
Kathmandu: The Federation of Nepal Gold Silver Gem and Jewelry Associations has urged the government to review the decision to impose Value Added Tax (VAT) on diamond and gems, and luxury tax on gold. At a news conference today, the Federation feared that such taxes could impact the business too, while some of the businesses… Continue reading Call to review VAT, luxury tax on diamond, gems jewelries and gold
PM Oli directs to take action against those involved in vandalism
Kathmandu: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has directed Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak to take legal action against those involved in vandalism and violent activities in Tribhuvan University. During the meeting with TU office-bearers at Singha Durbar on Monday, PM Oli, also the Chancellor of the University, shared that he had drawn the attention of the… Continue reading PM Oli directs to take action against those involved in vandalism
Israel-Iran conflict escalates into third day as civilian casualties mount
Kathmandu: The conflict between Iran and Israel has entered its third consecutive day, with both nations continuing to exchange deadly strikes that have left scores of civilians dead and heightened fears of wider regional instability. The escalation began early Friday when Israel launched a series of coordinated attacks on Iran, targeting nuclear facilities, military sites,… Continue reading Israel-Iran conflict escalates into third day as civilian casualties mount
Two people including Indian national found dead in Kathmandu
Kathmandu: Two people including an Indian national were found dead at Pasikot in Budhanilkantha Municipality-4, Kathmandu. Police said that Indian national Param Narayan Gil, 54, and 28-year-old Anjana Tamang of Galchhi Rural Municipality in Dhading district were found dead at a house located at the premises of Kid Zone School in Budhanilkantha, Spokesperson of District… Continue reading Two people including Indian national found dead in Kathmandu