SOCIETY
Pokhara metropolis courts controversy on multiple fronts
Pokhara metropolis courts controversy on multiple fronts
POKHARA, March 23: Pokhara has become embroiled in controversy of late, facing criticism for various actions such as painting houses green and cutting down forests to deal with monkey issues.
Mar 24, 2024
SOCIETY
Holi celebration events at 10 venues in Kathmandu valley
Holi celebration events at 10 venues in Kathmandu valley
KATHMANDU, March 24: On the occasion of Fagu Purnima or Holi, the festival of colors, programs are underway at 10 locations throughout the Kathmandu Valley. These events have been organized with official permission from the local authorities.
Mar 24, 2024
ECONOMY
PRIA, earlier closed due to eagles, resumes operations
PRIA, earlier closed due to eagles, resumes operations
POKHARA, March 24: After being closed since 8:00 AM due to the presence of eagles on the runway, Pokhara Regional International Airport (PRIA) has finally reopened its runways to air traffic.
Mar 24, 2024
SPECIAL, PHOTO FEATURE/Video
Historic Basantapur Durbar Square alive with Holi celebrations (In Photos)
Historic Basantapur Durbar Square alive with Holi celebratio...
KATHMANDU, March 24: The Basantapur Durbar Square area in Kathmandu is now bustling with holi revelers who have gathered at the historic place to celebrate the festival of colors.
Mar 24, 2024
ECONOMY
PRIA closed since 8 AM due to eagles on runway
PRIA closed since 8 AM due to eagles on runway
POKHARA, March 24: The Pokhara Regional International Airport (PRIA) remains closed since 8 AM today due to the presence of eagles on the runway.
Mar 24, 2024
POLITICS
Home ministry forms another committee to investigate gold smuggling case
Home ministry forms another committee to investigate gold sm...
KATHMANDU, March 24: The Ministry of Home Affairs has formed another committee to take action against the police officers implicated in gold smuggling due to serious negligence in their investigative duties.
Mar 24, 2024
ECONOMY
ABC trek draws crowds of visitors
ABC trek draws crowds of visitors
POKHARA, March 24: Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) above Ghandruk, considered the trail's gateway, is bustling with both local and foreign guests up to the base camp. Tourism entrepreneurs in the area noted that while Ghandruk sees a surge in domestic guests, the base camp area primarily accommodates fore...
Mar 24, 2024
ECONOMY
Lumbini Development Trust introduces online ticketing for tourists visiting Lumbini
Lumbini Development Trust introduces online ticketing for t...
BUTWAL, March 24: Visitors can now book tickets online to visit Lumbini, the birthplace of the Buddha. The Lumbini Development Trust (LDT) has launched an online ticketing system for visitors planning a trip to Lumbini.
Mar 24, 2024
SOCIETY
New cave discovered in Kurgha of Parbat
New cave discovered in Kurgha of Parbat
PARBAT, March 24: A new cave has been found in Kurgha of Phalebas Municipality Ward No. 10 of Parbat.
Mar 24, 2024
SOCIETY
Yellow breasted bunting found in Shuklaphanta
Yellow breasted bunting found in Shuklaphanta
KANCHANPUR, March 24: The Yellow breasted bunting, an endangered species of bird, has been spotted in the buffer zone of Shuklaphanta National Park.
Mar 24, 2024