ECONOMY, WORLD
US cuts $39 million in aid to Nepal
US cuts $39 million in aid to Nepal
The Elon Musk-led Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) took to X on Sunday to announce that it has canceled the fundings to be received by Nepal among several other nations. Nepal was set to receive $20 million for fiscal federalism and $19 million for biodiversity conservation.
Feb 16, 2025
WORLD
18 dead in India stampede to catch trains to Hindu mega-festival
18 dead in India stampede to catch trains to Hindu mega-fest...
The rush at the train station in New Delhi appeared to break out Saturday as crowds struggled to board trains for the ongoing event, which will end on February 26.
Feb 16, 2025
SOCIETY
Police Sub-Inspector found dead in Jhapa DPO
Police Sub-Inspector found dead in Jhapa DPO
SI Dhanraj Khatiwada, 49, a permanent resident of Temkemaiyung Rural Municipality- 4, Bhojpur, currently residing in Kanepokhari Rural Municipality-7, Morang, stationed at the DPO, was found hanging onto a nylon rope noose, police said.
Feb 16, 2025
SOCIETY
Kamalpokhari gas blast toll reaches four
Kamalpokhari gas blast toll reaches four
The explosion occurred on February 6, injuring 14 people. Several others are still receiving treatment.
Feb 16, 2025
SPORTS, WORLD
Fist-fights, anthem boos in stormy US, Canada ice hockey clash
Fist-fights, anthem boos in stormy US, Canada ice hockey cla...
An emotionally charged showdown between the star-studded line-ups of the North American rivals -- which comes against a backdrop of political tension between the two neighboring countries -- erupted into violence from the opening puck drop at Montreal's Bell Centre.
Feb 16, 2025
ECONOMY
Financial crisis grips Hetauda Cement Industry
Financial crisis grips Hetauda Cement Industry
Although the production is nil at present, the spending is regular—salary to employees and fuel costs. It further adds to the financial problems, according to him.
Feb 16, 2025
SOCIETY
‘Ma Nagarik, Ma Banauchu Nepal’ Campaign being held in Janakpur today
‘Ma Nagarik, Ma Banauchu Nepal’ Campaign being held in Janak...
Climate crisis, youth participation in sustainable development: Dialogue with youth, government, and private sector
Feb 16, 2025
WORLD
More than 25 arrested after UN convoy attack in Lebanon
More than 25 arrested after UN convoy attack in Lebanon
More than 25 people were arrested following an attack on a convoy of United Nations peacekeepers that wounded two people including a senior commander, according to a report by Al Zazeera.
Feb 16, 2025
SOCIETY
Palpa records 53 cyber complaints in 11 months
Palpa records 53 cyber complaints in 11 months
The District Police Office, Palpa, has recorded a total of 53 cyber complaints in 11 months.
Feb 16, 2025
SOCIETY
Health Minister assesses injured Fin Min’s condition at burn hospital
Health Minister assesses injured Fin Min’s condition at burn...
Health and Population Minister Pradeep Paudel visited Kirtipur Burn Hospital to assess the condition of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel and Pokhara Metropolitan City Mayor Dhanraj Acharya. A hydrogen gas-filled balloon explosion at the Tourism Year inauguration ceremony in P...
Feb 16, 2025