SOCIETY
SC commutes Black Spider gang leader's sentence
SC commutes Black Spider gang leader's sentence
The Supreme Court (SC) has ordered the release of a prisoner by reducing his six-year jail sentence, citing the precedent set in the case of politician Radhakrishna Mainali, who was arrested in 1973.
Feb 14, 2025
SOCIETY
Over 50 percent of vehicles fail emission standards
Over 50 percent of vehicles fail emission standards
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) reported that 515 out of 945 vehicles (54 percent) tested for pollution failed to meet the emission standards.
Feb 14, 2025
WORLD
Indonesia mulls minimum age for social media
Indonesia mulls minimum age for social media
The Indonesian government has planned to introduce a minimum age for using social media, Al Jazeera reported.
Feb 14, 2025
SOCIETY
Valentine's Day being celebrated today
Valentine's Day being celebrated today
Couples around the world, including in Nepal, celebrate Valentine's Day today. As the final and most significant day of the week-long Valentine’s celebrations, they exchange gifts and express their love on this special occasion.
Feb 14, 2025
Market
US Dollar sells at Rs 138.74, Euro at Rs 145.19
US Dollar sells at Rs 138.74, Euro at Rs 145.19
Nepal Rastra Bank has set today's exchange rates for foreign currencies. The central bank has fixed the buying rate for one US dollar at Rs 138.74 and the selling rate at Rs 139.34. It has determined the euro's buying rate at Rs 144.56 and the selling rate at Rs 145.19.
Feb 14, 2025
SOCIETY
Partly cloudy conditions in Koshi, Gandaki
Partly cloudy conditions in Koshi, Gandaki
Most regions have clear skies, while the hilly areas of Koshi and Gandaki provinces remain partly cloudy today. Some parts of the central and eastern Terai are experiencing foggy conditions.
Feb 14, 2025
Editorial
Pipe burst calls for improved coordination
Pipe burst calls for improved coordination
A recent Melamchi water pipeline rupture in Kathmandu’s Babarmahal created chaotic scenes in the capital's busy thoroughfare. The ejected water submerged roads and nearby government and judicial buildings, compelling employees and residents to evacuate, resulting in the destruction of importan...
Feb 14, 2025
OPINION
How to Foster a Relationship, A Fuel for Life?
How to Foster a Relationship, A Fuel for Life?
Factors such as higher expectations from each other, poor communication, diminishing intimate emotional bonding, and lack of mutual appreciation and respect play a critical role in relationship break ups.
Feb 14, 2025
ECONOMY
Pancheshwar DPR: India assures yet again, Will this time be different?
Pancheshwar DPR: India assures yet again, Will this time be...
Nepal and India have agreed to finalize the Detailed Project Report (DPR) of the much awaited Pancheshwar Multipurpose Project at the earliest.
Feb 14, 2025
SOCIETY
First batch of 1,000 Nepali auxiliary workers set to depart for Israel
First batch of 1,000 Nepali auxiliary workers set to depart...
The first group of 1,000 Nepali auxiliary workers in Israel’s caregiver sector is set to depart soon. The visa process for the first 100 workers has already been completed, while the remaining candidates are progressing accordingly.
Feb 14, 2025