SOCIETY
KMC to limit waste transport to Banchare Danda to 20 percent
KMC to limit waste transport to Banchare Danda to 20 percent
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is taking steps to extend the lifespan of Banchare Danda, the valley's last waste management site. The KMC’s Environment Department has announced plans to limit the amount of waste transported to Banchare Danda to just 20 percent of the wast...
Oct 31, 2024
SOCIETY
NEFEJ urges govt to act against rising fire and air pollution in Kathmandu
NEFEJ urges govt to act against rising fire and air pollutio...
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: The Nepal Forum of Environmental Journalists (NEFEJ) has called for immediate government action to address the escalating fire incidents and severe air pollution in Kathmandu and other urban areas. With air quality levels reaching 50.9 micrograms per cubic meter—ten ti...
Oct 31, 2024
SOCIETY
Kukur Tihar and Laxmi Puja being observed today
Kukur Tihar and Laxmi Puja being observed today
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: On the third day of Tihar, Nepal's second biggest festival, people across the country are honoring dogs for their loyalty and protection by worshiping them and offering delicious treats.
Oct 31, 2024
SOCIETY
Police operation affected as six DIG positions remain vacant during critical period
Police operation affected as six DIG positions remain vacant...
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: The day-to-day operation of Nepal Police has been heavily affected as the number of vacancies for the position of Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, currently six, reaches eight in November.
Oct 31, 2024
ECONOMY
MCA-Nepal invites bids for recycling pilot works on Dhan Khola-Lamahi Road
MCA-Nepal invites bids for recycling pilot works on Dhan Kho...
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: The Millennium Challenge Account (MCA)-Nepal has stepped up to carry out its road maintenance project.
Oct 31, 2024
SOCIETY
Three types of dengue viruses active in Nepal
Three types of dengue viruses active in Nepal
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: The Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases Control Division has confirmed that three types of dengue viruses-serotype-1, serotype-2 and serotype-3 are active in Nepal.
Oct 31, 2024
OPINION
Nepali Women Football Team: Dismantling Gender Stereotypes
Nepali Women Football Team: Dismantling Gender Stereotypes
Nepal’s national women’s football team registering their historic triumph against their formidable opponent, India, in a match held on October 27, 2024 will go down in the country’s sports history as one of the most memorable wins ever.
Oct 31, 2024
SPORTS
Nepal lose 1-2 to Bangladesh in SAFF Women’s Championship final
Nepal lose 1-2 to Bangladesh in SAFF Women’s Championship fi...
KATHMANDU, Oct 31: Bangladesh beat Nepal 2-1 in the SAFF Women’s Championship final match played at Dashrath Stadium, Tripeshwor on October 30, limiting Nepal Women’s National Football Team to a third consecutive Runner-up position in the tournament on home grounds.
Oct 31, 2024
Editorial
RSP must Refrain from Setting Bad Precedents
RSP must Refrain from Setting Bad Precedents
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairman Rabi Lamichhane has been in police custody since October 18 in connection with the embezzlement of cooperative funds. While calling the arrest politically motivated, the RSP has launched protests in various parts of the country, including Pokhara and Kathmandu...
Oct 31, 2024
SOCIETY
Mayor Shah concerned over 'sorry state' of Singha Durbar Vaidyakhana
Mayor Shah concerned over 'sorry state' of Singha Durbar Vai...
KATHMANDU, Oct 30: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Mayor Balendra Shah has expressed concern over the condition of the Singha Durbar Vaidyakhana Bikas Samiti, saying its status reflected the nation's overall situation.
Oct 30, 2024