ECONOMY
Nepal sees surge in hotel and tourism investment; 18 percent rise in star hotels in one ye...
Nepal sees surge in hotel and tourism investment; 18 percent...
According to the Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, the number of deluxe and star-rated hotels reached 214 by mid-March 2025 (Falgun 2081), marking an 18 percent increase from the previous year’s 182. This surge has been accompanied by the steady opening of tourist-standard hote...
Jun 04, 2025
ECONOMY
Govt tightens noose on property transactions to control money laundering
Govt tightens noose on property transactions to control mone...
The government in an attempt to check the use of illegally-earned money in real estate business has enforced stern measures in trading of land and property.
Jun 04, 2025
SPORTS
RCB clinch maiden IPL title, defeat Punjab by 6 runs in final
RCB clinch maiden IPL title, defeat Punjab by 6 runs in fina...
Chasing a target of 191 runs set by Bengaluru, Punjab managed 184 for 7 in their allotted 20 overs. Despite a spirited knock from Shashank Singh, who remained unbeaten on 61 off 30 balls and smashed three sixes and a four in the final over, Punjab fell short by six runs.
Jun 03, 2025
POLITICS
Rabi Lamichhane seeks transfer to Dillibazar prison
Rabi Lamichhane seeks transfer to Dillibazar prison
Chairman of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Rabi Lamichhane’s transfer process from Bhairahawa to Dillibazar Prison in Kathmandu is progressing as his pretrial custody period has been extended by the Supreme Court.
Jun 03, 2025
ECONOMY
Fifth edition of Himalayan Travel Mart kicks off
Fifth edition of Himalayan Travel Mart kicks off
The fifth edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM), an international tourism fair aimed at promoting Nepal's tourism, kicked off today in Kathmandu.
Jun 03, 2025
PHOTO FEATURE/Video, SPECIAL
Pro-monarchy supporters stage protest in Siphal (Photo Feature)
Pro-monarchy supporters stage protest in Siphal (Photo Featu...
The demonstration was organised by the United People's Movement Committee, led by Navaraj Subedi. Kamal Thapa, chairman of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party Nepal, also took part in the protest.
Jun 03, 2025
ECONOMY
Nepal, Zimbabwe urged to boost private sector ties for shared prosperity
Nepal, Zimbabwe urged to boost private sector ties for share...
Speaking at the second Nepal–Zimbabwe Economic Partnership Roundtable organised by the Asian Institute of Diplomacy and International Affairs (AIDIA) on Tuesday, participants urged Zimbabwe’s non-resident ambassador to Nepal, Stella Nkomo, to facilitate closer collaboration between the t...
Jun 03, 2025
SOCIETY
Fires ravage five districts, properties worth Rs 4.2 lost
Fires ravage five districts, properties worth Rs 4.2 lost
The most significant damage occurred at Bara Distillery Pvt Ltd in Bishrampur Rural Municipality-5, where an electrical short circuit sparked a blaze, resulting in an estimated loss of Rs 2.66 million.
Jun 03, 2025
ECONOMY
Birgunj Booms: Imports cross Rs 500 billion mark
Birgunj Booms: Imports cross Rs 500 billion mark
According to Birgunj Customs Office, imports rose by 12.75 percent compared to the same period last FY, an increase of Rs 57.3 billion. The largest import was petroleum products, totaling Rs 155.94 billion, followed by crude soybean oil worth Rs 45.79 billion.
Jun 03, 2025
SOCIETY
Rs 500 billion spent abroad for higher education in seven years, 543,000 students obtained...
Rs 500 billion spent abroad for higher education in seven ye...
In the past seven years alone, nearly Rs 500 billion has flowed out of the country as young people seek better education and opportunities abroad.
Jun 03, 2025