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Will Kathmandu Vote for Balen Shah?
Will Kathmandu Vote for Balen Shah?
Holding a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in structural engineering, rapper Balen Shah seems to have been able to strike a chord with the younger generation of voters. The popularity of his songs and election promos on the internet proves this.
May 04, 2022
ECONOMY
WB providing USD 150 million to Nepal to strengthen financial sector stability
WB providing USD 150 million to Nepal to strengthen financia...
KATHMANDU, May 4: The government on Wednesday signed an agreement with the World Bank (WB) to get a loan of USD 150 million to strengthen financial sector stability, diversify financial solutions, and increase access to financial services in Nepal.
May 04, 2022
SOCIETY
NHRC calls for further investigation into newly-appointed IGP Singh for human rights viola...
NHRC calls for further investigation into newly-appointed IG...
KATHMANDU, May 4: National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) member Mihir Thakur has accused the government of appointing a person accused of human rights violation as the Inspector General of Police (IGP).
May 04, 2022
ECONOMY
Over 3,500 projects affected as construction entrepreneurs mark 10th day of strike
Over 3,500 projects affected as construction entrepreneurs m...
KATHMANDU, May 4: It has been 10 days since the construction entrepreneurs stopped the work of development projects. The entrepreneurs have stopped the construction work with various demands due to the recent rise in the prices of construction materials. The strike has affected over 3,500 constructi...
May 04, 2022
ECONOMY
Nepse sheds double digit points and falls below 2,300 points on Wednesday
Nepse sheds double digit points and falls below 2,300 points...
KATHMANDU, May 4: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) on Wednesday lost 31.76 points to close at below 2,300 points.
May 04, 2022
POLITICS
Complaint filed at Election Office against PM Deuba over his proposed Chitwan visit
Complaint filed at Election Office against PM Deuba over his...
KATHMANDU, May 4: A complaint has been lodged against Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba at the office of the Chief Election Officer in Bharatpur, Chitwan, for violating the election code of conduct. According to Chief Election Office Spokesperson Purushottam Poudel.
May 04, 2022
My City, Entertainment, Literature
Dr Tripathi inaugurates Banira Foundation Museum
Dr Tripathi inaugurates Banira Foundation Museum
Senior critic Professor Dr Basudev Tripathi inaugurated the Banira Foundation building and Banira Museum amid a ceremony on Wednesday. On this occasion, Tripathi inaugurated a statue of Dr Banira Giri, a gem of Nepali Literature.
May 04, 2022
ECONOMY
Nepal's economy not on Sri Lanka's path: Dr Wagle
Nepal's economy not on Sri Lanka's path: Dr Wagle
KATHMANDU, May 4: Senior economist and former vice-chairman of the National Planning Commission, Dr Swarnim Wagle has said that the Nepali economy is not heading toward a crisis, unlike the present situation of Sri Lanka.
May 04, 2022
SOCIETY
Five killed, 18 injured as bus carrying Indian pilgrims collides head-on with jeep
Five killed, 18 injured as bus carrying Indian pilgrims coll...
SINDHULI, May 3: At least five persons were killed and 18 others were injured when a bus carrying Indian pilgrims collided with a passenger jeep in Kavrepalanchowk on Wednesday morning.
May 04, 2022
My City, Lifestyle, Health
'Gene Expert' machine to detect tuberculosis germs within two hours in Taplejung
'Gene Expert' machine to detect tuberculosis germs within tw...
A modern 'Gene Expert' machine has been installed in Taplejung to detect tuberculosis (TB) germs within two hours. Till now, microscopy has been used to test for tuberculosis at primary health centers and health posts. In the past, however, after carrying out microscopic examinations, the Gene Expe...
May 04, 2022