ECONOMY
Plans for connecting China through Korala road in progress
Plans for connecting China through Korala road in progress
The plans include landslide control, four bridges, and one blacktopping project. According to the project’s information officer, Engineer Bishnu Chapagain, four contracts have been signed and work has begun, while five other plans are still in the contracting phase.
Mar 13, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal committed to women empowerment: Minister Sudi
Nepal committed to women empowerment: Minister Sudi
Currently in New York, USA, he is leading the Nepali delegation to the 69th United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW). He made the commitment at a ministerial roundtable held at the United Nations Headquarters on Wednesday.
Mar 13, 2025
The Week
Fourth edition of Ilam Literature Festival set for March 14-15
Fourth edition of Ilam Literature Festival set for March 14-...
The fourth edition of the Ilam Literature Festival is set to take place in Ilam Bazaar, Ilam district, on March 14 and 15. According to Prakash Thamsuhang, chairperson of the festival, the two-day event will bring together numerous authors, artists, intellectuals and politicians from Nepal, India, a...
Mar 13, 2025
ECONOMY
Contract worth over Rs 4 billion announced for Karnali Corridor construction
Contract worth over Rs 4 billion announced for Karnali Corri...
The government has designated the Karnali Corridor, which connects Jamunah in India to Hilsa in China, as a national pride project. Tularam Sharma, Chief of the Karnali Corridor Khulalu–Sallisalla Road Project, stated that the contract mandates the completion of upgrading and blacktopping with...
Mar 13, 2025
ECONOMY
Most banks keep interest rates unchanged for Chaitra
Most banks keep interest rates unchanged for Chaitra
A total of 18 banks have opted to keep their rates steady. However, Himalayan Bank and Nepal Bank have lowered their interest rates.
Mar 13, 2025
SOCIETY
Air Arabia flight narrowly escapes accident near TIA
Air Arabia flight narrowly escapes accident near TIA
The aircraft encountered a missed approach at around 1:05 PM, just before landing, after experiencing sudden turbulence near Narephant, Koteshwar, approximately 500 meters from the airport, according to TIA sources.
Mar 13, 2025
SOCIETY
12 arrested in Kathmandu during Holi
12 arrested in Kathmandu during Holi
According to the Kathmandu Police Range, among those arrested, two are women from Paknajol in Kathmandu. The individuals were arrested for engaging in unwanted activities, including throwing water balloons and splashing colors against the wishes of others.
Mar 13, 2025
SOCIETY
Wild elephant attack kills one in Bardiya
Wild elephant attack kills one in Bardiya
According to police, the elephant had strayed from Bardiya National Park and attacked Tharu.
Mar 13, 2025
PHOTO FEATURE/Video, SPECIAL
Basantapur in Kathmandu sees vibrant Holi celebrations with locals and foreigners alike (P...
Basantapur in Kathmandu sees vibrant Holi celebrations with...
In Kathmandu's Basantapur area, foreign tourists have also celebrated Holi by playing with colors. Various locations across the Kathmandu Valley are bustling with people celebrating the festival.
Mar 13, 2025
ECONOMY
Nepal imports colors worth Rs 400 million for Holi in first eight months of current FY
Nepal imports colors worth Rs 400 million for Holi in first...
In Nepal, a significant quantity of colors required for Holi is imported from India and other countries. The colors worth around Rs 400 million have been imported so far this Fiscal Year (FY).
Mar 13, 2025