SOCIETY
Two arrested over Lalita Niwas Land scam released from detention
Two arrested over Lalita Niwas Land scam released from deten...
KATHMANDU, Aug 17: Two people arrested in connection with the Lalita Niwas Land scam have been released from detention on Wednesday. However, investigation against them will continue, according to police.
Aug 17, 2023
WORLD
India plans to launch 1st solar mission in August
India plans to launch 1st solar mission in August
NEW DELHI, Aug. 17: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is planning to launch the first solar mission Aditya-L1 satellite this month, the state-run broadcaster All India Radio (AIR) said on Wednesday.
Aug 17, 2023
POLITICS
Govt will investigate Giri Bandhu Tea Estate case: PM Dahal
Govt will investigate Giri Bandhu Tea Estate case: PM Dahal
KATHMANDU, Aug 17: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has said that the government will investigate the land case of Giri Bandhu Tea Estate in Jhapa. Speaking to the editors of various media houses on Tuesday, Prime Minister Dahal said he will investigate the land exchange in Giri Bandhu Tea Estate l...
Aug 17, 2023
Editorial
Ensure early completion of Kathmandu-Terai Fast Track Project
Ensure early completion of Kathmandu-Terai Fast Track Projec...
The Kathmandu-Terai Fast Track project has long been hailed as a game-changer for Nepal's infrastructure development, promising to drastically reduce travel time between the capital city and the southern plains. The recent revision of the Detailed Project Report (DPR), resulting in a reduction of bo...
Aug 17, 2023
SOCIETY
Australia emerges as top choice for higher education among Nepali students
Australia emerges as top choice for higher education among N...
KATHMANDU, Aug 16: Australia offers a promising opportunity for Nepali students seeking higher education abroad. The country has become the first-choice destination for Nepali students due to its appealing prospects for both learning and earning.
Aug 16, 2023
ECONOMY
Rasuwagadhi hydropower project to start production by October
Rasuwagadhi hydropower project to start production by Octobe...
KATHMANDU, Aug 16: The 111 MW Rasuwagadhi hydropower project under construction in Rasuwa has achieved 97 percent completion. Rasuwagadhi Hydro Power Company has reached the final stage of the project being constructed on the border of Gosaikunda Rural Municipality Ward No-1 and Ward No-2.
Aug 16, 2023
SOCIETY
Govt preparing to launch vaccination drive for measles across country, seeks help from GAV...
Govt preparing to launch vaccination drive for measles acros...
Kathmandu, Aug 16: The Ministry of Health and Population is preparing to launch a vaccination campaign against measles and rubella in all 77 districts across the country within the current fiscal year.
Aug 16, 2023
ECONOMY
Govt mandates implementation of E-procurement system in all agencies
Govt mandates implementation of E-procurement system in all...
KATHMANDU, Aug 16: The government has introduced mandatory implementation of the electronic procurement (E-procurement) system to create an environment where the public procurement process is more transparent, competitive and not monopolized by limited bidders. At present, 5,706 public bodies, 46,72...
Aug 16, 2023
ECONOMY
Nepse falls 20.31 points, daily turnover declines to Rs 1.679 billion on Wednesday
Nepse falls 20.31 points, daily turnover declines to Rs 1.67...
KATHMANDU, Aug 16: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) on Wednesday fell 20.31 points after the banks looked forward to increasing their interest rates effective from the next month.
Aug 16, 2023
POLITICS
RSP Chairman Lamichhane, Chinese Ambassador Song meet
RSP Chairman Lamichhane, Chinese Ambassador Song meet
Kathmandu, Aug 16: A meeting between the chairman of Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Rabi Lamichhane and Ambassador of China to Nepal, Chen Song, took place in Kathmandu today.
Aug 16, 2023