SOCIETY
NHRC's missive to Indian human rights body to probe into Prakriti's death
NHRC's missive to Indian human rights body to probe into Pra...
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has written to the Indian Human Rights Commission, requesting to investigate the death of Nepali student Prakriti Lamsal at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Odisha, India.
Feb 21, 2025
WORLD
G20 meeting amid geopolitical rifts, Ukraine tension
G20 meeting amid geopolitical rifts, Ukraine tension
Foreign ministers from the G20 top economies have gathered in Johannesburg, South Africa, amid geopolitical rifts and tensions over the Ukraine war, with the top US diplomat a notable absentee, Al Jazeera reported.
Feb 21, 2025
Market
US Dollar selling at Rs 138.96, euro at Rs 145.07
US Dollar selling at Rs 138.96, euro at Rs 145.07
Nepal Rastra Bank has set today's foreign exchange rates. The exchange rate for one US dollar is Rs 138.36 for buying and Rs 138.96 for selling. Similarly, one euro is exchanged at Rs 144.44 for buying and Rs 145.07 for selling.
Feb 21, 2025
SOCIETY
Prithvi Highway’s Bimalanagar section to remain closed for a month
Prithvi Highway’s Bimalanagar section to remain closed for a...
The Bimalnagar section of Prithvi Highway in Bandipur Rural Municipality-4, Tanahun, will remain partially closed for a month.
Feb 21, 2025
SOCIETY
Weather to remain clear in most places
Weather to remain clear in most places
The nation is currently witnessing a westerly low-pressure system that has caused partly to generally cloudy conditions in the hilly regions while keeping the weather clear in most other areas, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).
Feb 21, 2025
SOCIETY
International Mother Language Day being marked today
International Mother Language Day being marked today
The UN International Mother Language Day is being marked worldwide, including in Nepal today, calling upon countries to promote the preservation and protection of all languages used by people worldwide.
Feb 21, 2025
Editorial
Securing Growth Amid Economic Challenges
Securing Growth Amid Economic Challenges
The National Planning Commission (NPC) has proposed a budget ceiling of Rs 1.9 trillion for the next fiscal year, aiming to enhance economic growth by ensuring annual budget compatibility and sustaining financial stability. The ceiling has come at a time when Nepal's GDP is likely to increase, with...
Feb 21, 2025
ECONOMY
Govt allocates Rs 18.88 billion for rebuilding disaster-hit roads and bridges
Govt allocates Rs 18.88 billion for rebuilding disaster-hit...
The government has allocated Rs 18.88 billion for the reconstruction of roads and bridges damaged by disasters.
Feb 21, 2025
OPINION
Modi's Washington Visit: A Sign of Changing Global Alliances?
Modi's Washington Visit: A Sign of Changing Global Alliances...
On 12 February, 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a two-day visit to the USA. This is his first visit to the 47th President Donald Trump since his inauguration and the fourth world leader to meet him. There was mutual praise of each other. President Trump called Prime Minister Modi a &l...
Feb 21, 2025
ECONOMY
Surging US dollar worsens Nepal’s public debt crisis
Surging US dollar worsens Nepal’s public debt crisis
The weakening of the Nepali currency against the US dollar in recent months has taken a toll on the government, leading to soaring debt servicing liabilities.
Feb 21, 2025