WORLD
Western allies to expel key Russian banks from global system; Ukraine vows to fight on
Western allies to expel key Russian banks from global system...
KYIV, Feb 27: Western allies announced sweeping new sanctions against Moscow on Saturday, including kicking key Russian banks off the main global payments system, as a defiant President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukrainian forces were repelling Russian troops advancing on Kyiv.
Feb 27, 2022
WORLD
Russians push toward Ukraine’s capital; residents take cover
Russians push toward Ukraine’s capital; residents take cover
KYIV, Ukraine, Feb 26: Russian troops pressed toward Ukraine’s capital Saturday after a night of explosions and street fighting sent Kyiv residents seeking shelter underground. The country’s leader refused an American offer to evacuate, insisting he would stay.
Feb 26, 2022
POLITICS
Leader Dahal and Nepal have given their word to PM Deuba to ratify MCC: Chairman Oli
Leader Dahal and Nepal have given their word to PM Deuba to...
KATHMANDU, Feb 26: CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has said that the CPN (Maoist Center) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal and CPN (Unified Socialist) Madhav Kumar Nepal have given their word to Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba to vote in favor of the US-funded Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant...
Feb 26, 2022
SOCIETY, Coronavirus
Nepal records 155 new cases, 540 recoveries and two deaths on Saturday
Nepal records 155 new cases, 540 recoveries and two deaths o...
KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Nepal recorded 155 new cases of COVID-19 along with 540 recoveries and two deaths from the deadly virus on Saturday, according to the information released by the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).
Feb 26, 2022
POLITICS, SOCIETY
Martyrs' contribution should not be forgotten: Senior leader Poudel
Martyrs' contribution should not be forgotten: Senior leader...
DAMAULI, Feb 26: Nepali Congress (NC) senior leader Ramchandra Poudel stressed that they should not forget the contributions of martyrs.
Feb 26, 2022
POLITICS
Maoist Center should leave alliance if not in favor of MCC: Former PM Bhattarai
Maoist Center should leave alliance if not in favor of MCC:...
KATHMANDU, Feb 26: Ruling coalition partner Janata Samajwadi Party (JSP) Federal Council Chairman Dr Baburam Bhattarai has said that CPN (Maoist Center) should quit the ruling alliance immediately if the party is not in favor of ratifying the US-funded Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant agr...
Feb 26, 2022
POLITICS
Another People’s War likely: Chairman Dahal
Another People’s War likely: Chairman Dahal
KATHMANDU, Feb 26: CPN (Maoist Center) Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal has said that a conspiracy is being hatched to usurp the constitution, democracy, and the rights of all the oppressed classes and communities.
Feb 26, 2022
WORLD
IMF chief says repercussions of Ukraine situation pose "significant economic risks"
IMF chief says repercussions of Ukraine situation pose "sign...
WASHINGTON, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said Friday this week's events in Ukraine are "a matter of grave concern," warning that the repercussions of the conflict pose "significant economic risks" in the region and around the world.
Feb 26, 2022
SPORTS, WORLD
Russia stripped of major events as invasion of Ukraine intensifies
Russia stripped of major events as invasion of Ukraine inten...
Feb 26: As Russian forces moved deeper into Ukraine on Friday, sports bodies moved quickly to strip Russia of events, with St Petersburg losing the Champions League final while the Formula One Grand Prix will not be held in Sochi.
Feb 26, 2022
SOCIETY
Minister Ale pledges to work for development and promotion of Khaptad Area
Minister Ale pledges to work for development and promotion o...
DOTI, Feb 26: Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Prem Bahadur Ale reaffirmed his commitment towards development and promotion of the Khaptad Area, a protected area stretching across Bajhang, Bajura, Achham, and Doti districts.
Feb 26, 2022