WORLD
Trump says will meet with New York mayor-elect Mamdani on Friday
Trump says will meet with New York mayor-elect Mamdani on Fr...
Trump, while repeating his false claim that Mamdani is a "communist," said on his Truth Social platform that the meeting "will take place at the Oval Office on Friday, November 21st."
Nov 20, 2025
POLITICS
14 aspirants compete for Chief Secretary position
14 aspirants compete for Chief Secretary position
Secretaries from various ministries, each hoping to lead Nepal’s nearly 150,000 civil servants, have begun briefing Prime Minister Sushila Karki on their experience and eligibility. While some have met her directly, others have conveyed their interest through Chief Secretary Aryal, who was app...
Nov 20, 2025
SOCIETY
Gen-Z activist Miraj Dhungana, female members assaulted
Gen-Z activist Miraj Dhungana, female members assaulted
According to him, female members were also targeted and assaulted during the incident. “Our office was attacked at around 6 PM,” Dhungana wrote. “Our female colleagues were abused and even assaulted. What exactly is being done to us?”
Nov 20, 2025
ECONOMY
Investment for Betan Karnali semi-reservoir-based hydro project approved
Investment for Betan Karnali semi-reservoir-based hydro proj...
In this connection, the Board has decided to form a talks committee for the Project Development Agreement (PDA) by channelizing an estimated investment of Rs 93 billion and 407.6 million.
Nov 20, 2025
WORLD
Trump signs bill ordering to release Epstein files
Trump signs bill ordering to release Epstein files
Trump had earlier resisted making the documents public, though he shifted course after pressure from Epstein’s victims and from lawmakers in his own party. His backing helped the measure glide through both the House of Representatives and the Senate on Tuesday, the BBC said.
Nov 20, 2025
SOCIETY
Minister Kharel directs to enlist all employees under SSF
Minister Kharel directs to enlist all employees under SSF
Minister Kharel issued the directive during the first quarter review of fiscal year 2082/83 BS and the Development Action Committee meeting organised at the Ministry on Wednesday.
Nov 20, 2025
SPORTS
NPL 2025: Lumbini to face Chitwan today
NPL 2025: Lumbini to face Chitwan today
This will be the first match of the tournament for Lumbini, led by Rohit Poudel, who is also the captain of the National Men's Cricket team of the country. Meanwhile, Chitwan Rhinos, led by Kushal Malla, is playing its second match. In the first match, Chitwan defeated Karnali Yaks by 4 wickets to c...
Nov 20, 2025
WORLD
India's Bollywood battles paid reviews and fake sale claims
India's Bollywood battles paid reviews and fake sale claims
Streaming platforms have disrupted traditional cinema but industry veterans say Bollywood's woes are also self-inflicted -- including the trend to declare a film a "hit" even before its release.
Nov 20, 2025
POLITICS
Parties urge govt to create conducive environment for elections
Parties urge govt to create conducive environment for electi...
Party leaders participating in a meeting called by Prime Minister Sushila Karki at Singha Durbar on Wednesday have urged the government to create a favourable environment for the March 5 elections.
Nov 20, 2025
ECONOMY
MCC Nepal Compact receiving additional grant of $50 million
MCC Nepal Compact receiving additional grant of $50 million
With the added amount of grant, the total available funding under the Compact has reached $747 million (Rs 106 billion), with $550 million from the USA and $197 million from the Government of Nepal.
Nov 20, 2025