POLITICS
German President honors Nepalmed founders for their works in Nepal
German President honors Nepalmed founders for their works in...
As part of his official trip campaign termed “Local Time Germany”, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier regularly travels to various regions of Germany to engage himself in direct dialogue with people all over the country.
May 23, 2025
POLITICS
Govt plans to cut internet costs, make it mandatory for public agencies to use Nepali soft...
Govt plans to cut internet costs, make it mandatory for publ...
The government is preparing to reduce internet charges. It aims to lower the cost of fixed-line internet services within the next two years to ensure maximum access to the internet for Nepali citizens.
May 23, 2025
WORLD
Bangladesh Political Turmoil: A Who’s Who Guide
Bangladesh Political Turmoil: A Who’s Who Guide
Bangladesh has been in political turmoil since a student-led revolt forced then-prime minister Sheikh Hasina to flee last year, ending her 15-year iron-fisted rule. Rival parties have repeatedly brought the streets of the capital Dhaka to a standstill with a string of competing demands. Political pa...
May 23, 2025
SOCIETY
Ireland commits over €500,000 to strengthen civil society in Nepal
Ireland commits over €500,000 to strengthen civil society in...
Irish Ambassador to Nepal Kevin Kelly has announced more than €500,000 in funding from the Irish Government to support civil society organizations in Nepal, reaffirming Ireland's commitment to inclusive and resilient development.
May 23, 2025
SOCIETY
KOICA hosts volunteers handover ceremony and consultative workshop with partners
KOICA hosts volunteers handover ceremony and consultative wo...
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) hosted a Consultative Workshop and Korea Overseas Volunteers (KOV) Handover Ceremony in Lalitpur on Thursday, bringing together nearly 70 partner organizations, government officials, and volunteers to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of KOICA'...
May 23, 2025
SOCIETY
Govt to raise elderly allowance age to 70
Govt to raise elderly allowance age to 70
The government is set to raise the age eligibility for the elderly allowance to 70 years. The action plan prepared to implement the recommendations of the 2081 High-Level Economic Reform Commission has been approved by the Council of Ministers.
May 23, 2025
ECONOMY
Govt to restructure SEBON board, replace private sector and law ministry representatives w...
Govt to restructure SEBON board, replace private sector and...
The government has announced plans to restructure the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) within a year by appointing the Revenue Secretary from the Ministry of Finance and the Deputy Governor from Nepal Rastra Bank as board members.
May 23, 2025
ECONOMY
Finance Ministry holds meeting to restructure NEPSE
Finance Ministry holds meeting to restructure NEPSE
The committee formed to implement the recommendations of the High-Level Economic Reform Suggestion Commission has outlined an action plan to restructure the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) within a year.
May 23, 2025
POLITICS
Writ petition alleges 'match-fixing style' in governor's appointment
Writ petition alleges 'match-fixing style' in governor's app...
Advocates Ananta Luintel, Pratibha Upreti, and Bishal Thapa filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court (SC) on Friday, questioning the qualifications of newly appointed Governor Dr Bishwa Nath Paudel.
May 23, 2025
POLITICS
Home Minister orders strict action on smuggling in border areas
Home Minister orders strict action on smuggling in border ar...
Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has directed security agencies in the Madhesh Province to strictly curb criminal activities and smuggling along the Nepal-India border.
May 23, 2025