SOCIETY
Nepal’s information landscape is somewhat vibrant: VIBE Study Report
Nepal’s information landscape is somewhat vibrant: VIBE Stud...
KATHMANDU, June 26: The USAID Civil Society and Media (CSM) Program on Wednesday launched the Vibrant Information Barometer (VIBE) study report, which rates Nepal’s information ecosystem as somewhat vibrant.
Jun 26, 2024
SOCIETY
Over 3 million annual deaths linked to alcohol and drug use, majority among men: WHO repor...
Over 3 million annual deaths linked to alcohol and drug use,...
KATHMANDU, June 26: A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that 2.6 million deaths per year were attributable to alcohol consumption, accounting for 4.7% of all deaths, and 0.6 million deaths to psychoactive drug use.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
Ncell strengthens disaster preparedness focusing on monsoon, forms Rapid Response Teams
Ncell strengthens disaster preparedness focusing on monsoon,...
KATHMANDU, June 26: Ncell has implemented several measures to ensure the continuity and quick restoration of its services that could be impacted during the monsoon season due to natural disasters like floods and landslides.
Jun 26, 2024
SOCIETY
Nepal’s literacy rate reaches 77.4 percent
Nepal’s literacy rate reaches 77.4 percent
KATHMANDU, June 26: Nepal’s literacy rate has reached 77.4 percent, showing an impressive growth in the educated population of the country.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
NEPSE loses 11.60 points; daily turnover falls to Rs 4.05 billion
NEPSE loses 11.60 points; daily turnover falls to Rs 4.05 bi...
KATHMANDU, June 26: Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Wednesday decreased by 11.60 points to close at 2,060.16 points.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
Motihari-Amlekhganj Petroleum Pipeline Project: Preparations to bring petrol thru pipeline...
Motihari-Amlekhganj Petroleum Pipeline Project: Preparations...
PARSA, June 26: Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has accelerated the construction of infrastructure to bring petrol, kerosene and other petroleum products through the pipeline by the end of August.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
FWEAN organizes one-day conclave in Nuwakot to understand challenges and opportunities of...
FWEAN organizes one-day conclave in Nuwakot to understand ch...
KATHMANDU, June 26: The Federation of Women Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (FWEAN) organized one-day conclave in Nuwakot on Thursday to understand the challenges and opportunities of women entrepreneurs in the district.
Jun 26, 2024
BLOG
Substance Abuse: A Growing Problem in Madhesh
Substance Abuse: A Growing Problem in Madhesh
Substance abuse, also known as drug abuse, refers to the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs. Drug abuse has been a serious global problem that has affected millions of people globally including Nepal.
Jun 26, 2024
SOCIETY
Two killed, six injured in lightning strike in Kailali
Two killed, six injured in lightning strike in Kailali
KATHMANDU, June 26: A lightning strike in Kailali district has claimed the lives of two people and left six others severely injured.
Jun 26, 2024
ECONOMY
Gold and silver traders stage protest against Shree Riddhi Siddhi Jewellers
Gold and silver traders stage protest against Shree Riddhi S...
KATHMANDU, June 26: Gold and silver traders have staged demonstrations today against Shree Riddhi Siddhi Jewellers.
Jun 26, 2024