ECONOMY, Latest Updates
Chinese UnionPay International gets license of payment system operator in Nepal
Chinese UnionPay International gets license of payment syste...
KATHMANDU, July 24: Nepal Rastra Bank has granted a license for the payment system operator to Chinese company--UnionPay International to provide its services in Nepal recently.
Jul 24, 2019
My City, Lifestyle, Entertainment
Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift score 10 MTV VMA nominations
Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift score 10 MTV VMA nominations
Ariana Grande and Taylor Swift are the top contenders at the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards, each scoring 10 nominations.
Jul 24, 2019
My City, Lifestyle, Entertainment, Social, Movies
Britney Spears, Sam Asghari attend 'Once Upon A Time in Hollywood' premier
Britney Spears, Sam Asghari attend 'Once Upon A Time in Holl...
After the two spent some great time together in Miami in June, Britney Spears and Sam Asghari made an appearance at the 'Once Upon A Time in Hollywood' premiere on Monday night. This comes as the couple's very first appearance together at a premiere.
Jul 24, 2019
ECONOMY, WORLD
IMF lowers global growth forecasts amid trade, Brexit uncertainties
IMF lowers global growth forecasts amid trade, Brexit uncert...
WASHINGTON/SANTIAGO, July 24: The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday cut its forecast for global growth this year and next, warning that further U.S.-China tariffs or a disorderly exit for Britain from the European union could further slow growth, weaken investment and disrupt supply chains.
Jul 24, 2019
SPORTS, Latest Updates
13th South Asian Games will be hosted on time: Minister Bishwakarma
13th South Asian Games will be hosted on time: Minister Bish...
POKHARA, July 24: Minister for Youth and Sports Jagat Bahadur Bishwakarma has asked the public not to have any doubts on the organization of the 13th South Asian Games (SAG) as scheduled.
Jul 24, 2019
WORLD
Facebook to create privacy panel, pay $5 billion to U.S. to settle allegations
Facebook to create privacy panel, pay $5 billion to U.S. to...
WASHINGTON, July 24: The Federal Trade Commission is set to announce on Wednesday that Facebook Inc has agreed to a sweeping settlement of significant allegations it mishandled user privacy and pay $5 billion, two people briefed on the matter said.
Jul 24, 2019
SOCIETY
Heavy rain grips Makawanpur: roads obstructed, rivulet sweeps away vehicle
Heavy rain grips Makawanpur: roads obstructed, rivulet sweep...
HETAUDA, July 24: Heavy rainfall since last night has gripped Makawanpur once again, causing obstructions to some of the roads.
Jul 24, 2019
WORLD
U.S. military took defensive action against second Iranian drone last week
U.S. military took defensive action against second Iranian d...
WASHINGTON, July 24: A U.S. Navy ship took defensive action against a second Iranian drone in the Strait of Hormuz last week, but did not see the drone go into the water, the U.S. military said on Tuesday.
Jul 24, 2019
SPORTS
Nepal loses World T20 Qualifier opener as batting crumbles
Nepal loses World T20 Qualifier opener as batting crumbles
KATHMANDU, July 24: Nepal national cricket team has suffered a humbling four-wicket defeat at the hands of Qatar in their opening ICC World T20 Qualifier in Singapore on Tuesday.
Jul 24, 2019
ECONOMY
Machhapuchhre Bank launches debentures
Machhapuchhre Bank launches debentures
KATHMANDU, July 24: Machhapuchhre Bank Ltd has opened applications for debentures worth Rs 3 billion. Issuing a statement, the commercial bank said that the debentures with face value of Rs 1,000 will offer interest return of 10.25%.
Jul 24, 2019