ECONOMY
Soybean oil accounts for nearly half of Nepal’s Rs 24 billion exports in Shrawan
Soybean oil accounts for nearly half of Nepal’s Rs 24 billio...
Carpet exports stood second, valued at Rs 820.5 million. Other major exports included refined palm oil, jute goods, and cardamom, though none came close to soybean oil’s dominant share.
Aug 23, 2025
Art & Culture
Urmaal by Chuden Kabimo wins 2081 BS Madan Puraskar
Urmaal by Chuden Kabimo wins 2081 BS Madan Puraskar
At its core, Urmaal gives voice to the unheard stories of women tea-garden workers.
Aug 22, 2025
SOCIETY, DIASPORA
Kuwait toxic alcohol tragedy: Repatriation of deceased Nepalis begin
Kuwait toxic alcohol tragedy: Repatriation of deceased Nepal...
The alcohol-related incident in Kuwait occurred two weeks ago, claiming the lives of 23 people, including 12 confirmed as Nepalis.
Aug 22, 2025
SOCIETY
Over 100,000 Nepalis apply for 5,300 work quotas in South Korea
Over 100,000 Nepalis apply for 5,300 work quotas in South Ko...
According to the EPS (Employment Permit System) Korea branch under the Department of Foreign Employment, South Korea allocated 5,300 slots in the manufacturing and agriculture–livestock sectors for 2025.
Aug 22, 2025
ECONOMY
Tatopani border reopens, Rasuwagadhi still uncertain
Tatopani border reopens, Rasuwagadhi still uncertain
Although reopened, officials warned that heavy rainfall could lead to another closure.
Aug 22, 2025
ECONOMY
Imports rise by 11.42 pc, exports surge by 95.75 pc in first month of current FY
Imports rise by 11.42 pc, exports surge by 95.75 pc in first...
Imports increased by 11.42 percent, reaching Rs 143 billion in July, compared to Rs 128.37 billion during the same period last year.
Aug 22, 2025
WORLD
NATO chief calls for 'robust security guarantees' on Ukraine visit
NATO chief calls for 'robust security guarantees' on Ukraine...
The head of NATO on Friday called for "robust" security guarantees for Ukraine to ensure Russia upholds any potential peace deal and "never again" attempts to invade Ukraine.
Aug 22, 2025
ECONOMY
Pokhara airport corruption allegations baseless: CAAN DG challenges Lingden panel to prove
Pokhara airport corruption allegations baseless: CAAN DG cha...
Challenging the report as baseless, DG Adhikari dared the government and the investigative subcommittee to prove that he had engaged in a single rupee of corruption at the Pokhara airport.
Aug 22, 2025
WORLD
Over 796,000 displaced in Gaza since mid-March
Over 796,000 displaced in Gaza since mid-March
Since August 11, Israeli forces have launched a large-scale offensive on the Zeitoun neighborhood in southeastern Gaza City.
Aug 22, 2025
POLITICS
Lawmakers urge diplomatic solution to Lipulekh dispute
Lawmakers urge diplomatic solution to Lipulekh dispute
Speaking during Friday’s special session, members of parliament drew the government’s attention through the Speaker Devraj Ghimire, urging it to seek clarification and prevent such activities through diplomatic channels.
Aug 22, 2025