ECONOMY
Chobhar Dry Port sees increase in imports but no exports
Chobhar Dry Port sees increase in imports but no exports
Despite having the necessary infrastructure and workforce, traders prefer other entry points due to convenience, according to officials from the Nepal Intermodal Transport Development Board which handles the dry port.
Mar 24, 2025
OPINION
Nepal's Political Dilemma
Nepal's Political Dilemma
Despite the shift to a republic, many Nepali citizens remain disillusioned with the functioning of the country’s democratic system. The democratic transition promised a more inclusive and participatory system of governance, yet the results have been far from satisfactory.
Mar 24, 2025
ECONOMY
Over 6.65 million now in Nepal’s tax bracket as taxpayer base expands
Over 6.65 million now in Nepal’s tax bracket as taxpayer bas...
The number of taxpayers who have taken permanent account numbers (PAN) has reached 6,659,836, with a notable number of individuals and companies registering in the government tax system.
Mar 24, 2025
POLITICS
NC leadership divided over Chief Whip Ghimire’s remarks on prostitution
NC leadership divided over Chief Whip Ghimire’s remarks on p...
Lawmakers of the ruling Nepali Congress have sought action against the party’s Chief Whip Shyam Kumar Ghimire for his controversial appeal for legalizing prostitution in Nepal during a meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) held on March 16.
Mar 24, 2025
SOCIETY
Tanker kills two children, sparks unrest in Banke
Tanker kills two children, sparks unrest in Banke
The incident occurred at Betahani Chowk when a tanker with registration number Bhe 1 Kha 4107 fatally struck 8-year-old Bishal Godiya and 9-year-old Shiu Kumar Godiya, according to Banke police.
Mar 23, 2025
SOCIETY
Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu marks 85th National Day
Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu marks 85th National Day
Likewise, Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif highlighted the historical significance of March 23, recalling the Lahore Resolution of 1940, which led to the creation of Pakistan in 1947, the press release said. He praised the role of Pakistan’s armed forces in safeguarding national sovereig...
Mar 23, 2025
WORLD
Kremlin says 'difficult negotiations' ahead on Ukraine
Kremlin says 'difficult negotiations' ahead on Ukraine
Delegations from Russia and Ukraine are set to hold separate talks with US officials in Saudi Arabia over the next 48 hours as President Donald Trump pushes for a rapid end to more than three years of fighting.
Mar 23, 2025
ECONOMY
Bhagirath Sapkota elected President of FENIE
Bhagirath Sapkota elected President of FENIE
The two-day convention, inaugurated by CPN-UML Chairman and former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, also elected Subarna Shrestha as the open category vice president and Shobha Gurung as the women’s category vice president.
Mar 23, 2025
POLITICS
Parliamentary committee directs govt to build one model detention center in each province
Parliamentary committee directs govt to build one model dete...
Announcing the decision, Committee Chairperson Bimala Subedi called for reforms in policies and legal provisions related to police detention and human rights, aligning them with current needs.
Mar 23, 2025
POLITICS
There is no possibility of revival of monarchy in Nepal: NC President Deuba
There is no possibility of revival of monarchy in Nepal: NC...
Nepali Congress President and former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has said that there is no possibility of the return of monarchy in Nepal.
Mar 23, 2025