SPORTS
Late goals see France progress
Late goals see France progress
MARSEILLE, June 16: Dimitri Payet scored yet another impressive goal as France left it late once again, overcoming a spirited Albania 2-0 to become the first team to advance to the knockout stages of the European Championship on Wednesday.
Jun 16, 2016
SPORTS
Switzerland closes in on next round after draw with Romania
Switzerland closes in on next round after draw with Romania
PARIS, June 15: Switzerland closed in on a spot in the knockout stages of the European Championship for the first time with a 1-1 draw against Romania on Wednesday.
Jun 16, 2016
POLITICS
Deputy Speaker Yadav accused of misusing authority to promote son, other kin
Deputy Speaker Yadav accused of misusing authority to promot...
RAJBIRAJ, June 16: As discussions on budget allocation for special infrastructure development projects in Saptari-6 were being held at the office of Local Development Officer on April 28, three lawmakers barged into the meeting venue leading to a scuffle.
Jun 15, 2016
POLITICS
PM reaffirms local polls by mid-December
PM reaffirms local polls by mid-December
NC dismissive
KATHMANDU, June 16:Despite objections from the opposition as well as the ruling Maoists, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has reiterated that the local level elections will be held by mid-December.
Jun 15, 2016
POLITICS
Billions for local roads in home districts of bigwigs
Billions for local roads in home districts of bigwigs
KATHMANDU, June 16:The prime Minister, other ministers and influential leaders of the opposition parties have managed to get huge funds allocated to their respective constituencies for the development of minor local roads in order to woo local voters.
Jun 15, 2016
POLITICS
NC gives green signal to endorse parliamentary regulation
NC gives green signal to endorse parliamentary regulation
KATHMANDU, June 16: With the flexibility shown by main opposition Nepali Congress (NC), major political parties are likely to endorse the much-awaited parliament's new regulation from the next House meeting on Sunday.
Jun 15, 2016
POLITICS
PM reaffirms local polls by mid-December
PM reaffirms local polls by mid-December
NC dismissive
KATHMANDU, June 16: Despite objections from the opposition as well as the ruling Maoists, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has reiterated that the local level elections will be held by mid-December.
Jun 15, 2016
POLITICS
UDMF, Federal Alliance vie for ownership of safe landing
UDMF, Federal Alliance vie for ownership of safe landing
LAHAN, June 16: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Monday sent the agitating United Democratic Madhesi Front (UDMF) a third invitation letter for talks.
Jun 15, 2016
SPORTS
Sankata and Police record win in U-18 Football
Sankata and Police record win in U-18 Football
KATHMANDU, June 16: CMG Club Sankata and Nepal Police Club made winning start to the Lalit Memorial U-18 Football Tournament at ANFA Complex, Satdobato on Wednesday.
Jun 15, 2016
SPORTS
Kadel, Nakarmi off to France under Carlsberg scheme
Kadel, Nakarmi off to France under Carlsberg scheme
KATHMANDU, June 16: Two winners of the Carlsberg 'Live it Live' promotion campaign -- Naba Raj Kadel and Om Karesh Nakarmi --left for France on Friday to watch a live match of UEFA Euro Championship.
Jun 15, 2016