POLITICS
NC Chief Whip Ghimire’s remark on legalization of prostitution riles up parliament
NC Chief Whip Ghimire’s remark on legalization of prostituti...
“Who gave him [lawmaker Ghimire] the right to express such a poor opinion against the values of Nepali society at the dignified house?” Lawmaker Koirala questioned. She also demanded an apology from the NC Chief Whip for making such a statement without even considering its impact on the...
Mar 17, 2025
SOCIETY
586 foreigners obtain labor permits in Nepal in eight months
586 foreigners obtain labor permits in Nepal in eight months
A total of 586 foreigners have obtained labor permits to work in Nepal during the eight-month period (from mid-July to mid-March) of the current fiscal year.
Mar 17, 2025
SOCIETY
One injured in police firing amid clash over chowk naming
One injured in police firing amid clash over chowk naming
Police had to fire shots to control the clash. They said that the injured are being brought to Janakpur Provincial Hospital for treatment.
Mar 17, 2025
SOCIETY
One arrested on charge of raping 8-year-old girl in Banke
One arrested on charge of raping 8-year-old girl in Banke
Police deployed from the Area Police Office, Dhanauli, arrested him based on a complaint that the girl was forcibly raped on Saturday evening by threatening her.
Mar 17, 2025
SOCIETY
NSU-affiliated students padlock Tri Chandra campus (With Photos)
NSU-affiliated students padlock Tri Chandra campus (With Pho...
The students, in protest, have padlocked the campus, leaving staff stranded. As a result, administrative work at the campus has come to a halt.
Mar 17, 2025
SOCIETY
One arrested for smuggling 547 kg cannabis in modified truck roof
One arrested for smuggling 547 kg cannabis in modified truck...
According to the District Police Office (DPO), Mahottari, police arrested 37-year-old Salin Magar, permanent resident of Bahrabise Municipality-7, currently residing in Kathmandu's Tokha, at around 5 pm on Sunday for smuggling the contraband.
Mar 17, 2025
ECONOMY
Five hydroelectric projects agree to meet local demands
Five hydroelectric projects agree to meet local demands
Five hydroelectric projects under construction in Raghuganga Municipality, Myagdi, have agreed to meet their corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitments following pressure from local residents.
Mar 17, 2025
ECONOMY
Seven companies selected to import 90,000 metric tons of wheat from India
Seven companies selected to import 90,000 metric tons of whe...
The Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection (DoCSCP) has announced that seven commercial companies have been selected for importing 90,000 metric tons of wheat from India for trade purposes.
Mar 17, 2025
SOCIETY
Mother’s 11-month struggle for daughter’s dead body
Mother’s 11-month struggle for daughter’s dead body
The body of Tilmaya Sarkhi, a resident of Kawasoti Municipality-4 in Nawalparasi, who was murdered in Malaysia 11 months ago, will arrive in Nepal today.
Mar 17, 2025
SOCIETY
SC seeks explanation for not appointing Dr Mishra as Health Secretary
SC seeks explanation for not appointing Dr Mishra as Health...
Dr Mishra, Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Health and Population, filed a writ petition at the Supreme Court on March 14, arguing that she was bypassed for promotion despite seniority. She named the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers as defendants in her petition.
Mar 17, 2025