SOCIETY
Budget shortfall limits seat expansion in govt medical colleges
Budget shortfall limits seat expansion in govt medical colle...
According to MEC Vice-Chairperson Prof Anjani Kumar Jha, although government-run medical colleges across the country have adequate infrastructure to produce skilled health professionals, the MEC could not expand seats because the Finance Ministry did not allocate additional funds.
Aug 23, 2025
SOCIETY
Moti Jayanti being marked today
Moti Jayanti being marked today
He lived a short life of 30 years but is ever remembered for his substantial contributions to the world of Nepali literature, especially for immortalizing Adikavi Bhanubhakta Acharya by making public his biography.
Aug 23, 2025
POLITICS
'UML has not scrapped anyone's party membership'
'UML has not scrapped anyone's party membership'
Oli elaborated that Bhandari has not lodged her application for membership renewal or for new membership.
Aug 23, 2025
WORLD
Lyle Menendez denied parole decades after murder of parents
Lyle Menendez denied parole decades after murder of parents
A California panel ordered the 57-year-old, who goes by his middle name, to remain behind bars along with his younger sibling, defying a campaign for their freedom waged by family, friends and celebrities including Kim Kardashian.
Aug 23, 2025
POLITICS
NA endorses Nepal Citizenship Bill, hailed as historic for mothers' lineage rights
NA endorses Nepal Citizenship Bill, hailed as historic for m...
Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak presented the Bill at Friday's NA session and it was passed unanimously.
Aug 23, 2025
WORLD
Bus crash in New York kills 5, injures dozens
Bus crash in New York kills 5, injures dozens
According to the AP, the bus rolled onto its side shortly before 12:30 p.m. in Pembroke, about 40 kilometers east of Buffalo. State police Maj.
Aug 23, 2025
SPORTS
SAFF U-17 women's Football: Nepal defeat Bhutan
SAFF U-17 women's Football: Nepal defeat Bhutan
In the match held at the Changlimithang Stadium in Bhutan on Friday, Nepal defeated the hosts by a margin of 2-1 goals.
Aug 23, 2025
SOCIETY
Kushe Aunsi (Father's Day) being observed across the country today
Kushe Aunsi (Father's Day) being observed across the country...
The day is also celebrated as Father's Day or Gokarne Aunshi. People, on this occasion, wish their fathers with gifts and delicious food items including sweets, and show reverence.
Aug 23, 2025
Market
Forex Update: US Dollar strengthens against Nepali rupee
Forex Update: US Dollar strengthens against Nepali rupee
The US dollar gained further ground against the Nepali rupee as NRB announced updated foreign exchange rates for 22 currencies on Saturday.
Aug 23, 2025
SOCIETY
Downpour forecast in Bagmati, Karnali, Sudurpaschim, Lumbini as monsoon strengthens
Downpour forecast in Bagmati, Karnali, Sudurpaschim, Lumbini...
The MFD has cautioned that heavy downpours may occur in isolated parts of Bagmati, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim provinces, as well as in the Terai belt of Lumbini.
Aug 23, 2025