MoFA briefs journalists about situation in West Asia, ongoing diplomatic engagements
KATHMANDU:- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said it is closely monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia, amid rising…
Nepal
Nepal, officially known as the ‘Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal,’ is a landlocked nation located in South Asia. Situated primarily in the Himalayan region, it is the land of Mount Everest—the world’s highest peak—and the birthplace of Buddha. This column will provide continuous updates on developments regarding Nepal’s political economy and geopolitics.
Government launches drive to clear riverbank settlements
KATHMANDU:- The government on Saturday launched a campaign to demolish structures built along riverbanks, in vulnerable areas, and on public…
Rain and lightning likely in some places
KATHMANDU:- The Weather Forecasting Division has indicated cloudy weather in various parts of the country with chances of rain and thunderstorms…
Former Minister Pandey arrested over public procurement irregularities
KATHMANDU:- Senior leader of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) and former Minister Bikram Pandey was arrested on Friday. He is…
Two die, 27 injured in Tanahun Bus Accident
KATHMANDU:- Two people have died in a bus accident that occurred this afternoon at Shera, Shuklagandaki Municipality–7, along the Prithvi…
Writ filed challenging govt plan to evacuate riverbank settlements
KATHMANDU:- A writ has been registered at the Supreme Court, challenging the government’s preparations for evacuating settlements along various riverbanks…
7th Nat’l Conference on climate concluded with emphasis on implementation of policies
RUPANDEHI:- The experts and scholars have called for effective coordination among federal, provincial and local governments to implement climate adaptation programmes…
Heat wave likely in Terai belt of Lumbini and Sudurpaschim provinces
KATHMANDU:- The country is currently under the partial influence of westerly winds and local wind systems, resulting in mixed weather…
DHM calls for precaution as temperature soars across country
KATHMANDU:- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM), Meteorological Forecasting Division has urged necessary precautions after the rise in temperature…
Supreme Court issues show cause notice on writ petition against Attorney General
KATHMANDU:- The Supreme Court has issued a show cause notice on a writ petition filed against the appointment of Dr…
Industrialist Golchha arrested over stock market related offenses
KATHMANDU:- Former Chairperson of Himalayan Reinsurance Limited and ex-President of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industries (FNCCI), Shekhar…
Partly cloudy weather in Himalayan, hilly regions and heat wave condition likely in Tarai
KATHMANDU:- Nepal is under the partial influence of westerly winds and local winds at present and as a result, the…
Five held for conducting fatal abortion
RUPANDEHI:- Five individuals including two physicians have been arrested for conducting unsafe abortion that resulted in the death of a…
Prime Minister to assume Home Ministry portfolio
KATHMANDU:- Prime Minister Balendra Shah has also assumed responsibility for the Home Ministry. The Ministry had fallen vacant after Home…
Property probe panel initiates works
KATHMANDU:- The high-level property probe panel formed by the government officially began its work on Wednesday. The five-member commission was…