SOCIETY
One missing after dozer overturns in Karnali River
One missing after dozer overturns in Karnali River
One person has gone missing after a dozer veered off its path and plunged into the Karnali River. The dozer and its co-driver suffered this accident on Friday evening while towing a dozer from Chatebagar, Pachal Jharana-8, Kalikot to Jarkot, Ward No. 4.
Dec 28, 2024
SOCIETY
KMC prepares DPR of 84 projects worth Rs 1.06 billion
KMC prepares DPR of 84 projects worth Rs 1.06 billion
The City Planning Commission of the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has so far prepared a Detailed Project Report (DPR) of 84 projects in the current fiscal year.
Dec 28, 2024
POLITICS
RSP nominates members in its departments
RSP nominates members in its departments
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has nominated two members in the disciplinary commission and three in the central organization department.
Dec 28, 2024
Market
US dollar continues to rise; Yen, Won drop
US dollar continues to rise; Yen, Won drop
As per the fixed rate, the buying rate for one US dollar is set at Rs 136.13, while the selling rate is Rs 136.73.
Dec 28, 2024
Editorial
The Crisis of Cocaine Trafficking thru Nepal
The Crisis of Cocaine Trafficking thru Nepal
Over the past few years, Nepal has emerged as a significant transit hub for cocaine trafficking, a trend that carries broader regional consequences. For instance, cocaine seizures have surged from 11.8 kg in 2023 to over 30 kg in 2024.
Dec 28, 2024
OPINION
Māsinya: A History of Suppression and Resilience Among Nepal's Tamang Community
Māsinya: A History of Suppression and Resilience Among Nepal...
The term Māsinya finds its roots in the 1854 Muluki Ain (National Code) promulgated by the state of Nepal during the Rana regime.
Dec 28, 2024
ECONOMY
Karnali and Lumbini govts to jointly study feasibility of tunnel on Ratna Highway
Karnali and Lumbini govts to jointly study feasibility of tu...
Karnali and Lumbini provinces have agreed to collaborate on a feasibility study for the construction of tunnels at two locations along the Ratna Highway, which connects the two provinces.
Dec 28, 2024
POLITICS
Maoist leader Pun claims NC proposes forming new govt
Maoist leader Pun claims NC proposes forming new govt
Deputy General Secretary of the main opposition party, CPN (Maoist Center), Barshaman Pun, has claimed that the ruling coalition partner, Nepali Congress (NC), has brought forward a proposal to change the incumbent government.
Dec 28, 2024
POLITICS
PM Oli’s proposal to limit Nepal’s tiger population to 150 and forest cover to 30 pc spark...
PM Oli’s proposal to limit Nepal’s tiger population to 150 a...
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has sparked a debate with his latest remarks about Nepal's tiger population, suggesting that the country should maintain just 150 tigers, and any excess should be gifted to friendly countries.
Dec 28, 2024
SOCIETY
UN peace envoy Midori soothes conflict victims with her violin
UN peace envoy Midori soothes conflict victims with her viol...
Internationally celebrated violinist and United Nations (UN) messenger for peace Midori played a number of music pieces to an audience of conflict victims on Friday at the UN house in Pulchowk.
Dec 27, 2024