Editorial
Promising Signs of Carpet Export Revival
Promising Signs of Carpet Export Revival
There are compelling reasons to promote carpet exports. While soybean oil is Nepal's top export, its value addition is relatively low, as the raw materials are imported before being re-exported. In contrast, carpets represent the leading export item with the highest value addition—80 percent o...
Dec 01, 2024
SPORTS
Janakpur Bolts beat Biratnagar Kings by 8 wickets in NPL opener
Janakpur Bolts beat Biratnagar Kings by 8 wickets in NPL ope...
Janakpur Bolts’ bowling department put up an impressive display, bundling out the Biratnagar Kings’ batting order in 19 overs. Only British bowler Ben Mike conceded runs at an economy of more than seven runs per over. Lalit Rajbanshi dismissed three batsmen in his four-over spell, at an...
Dec 01, 2024
ECONOMY
NRB’s monetary policy review aims to maintain price stability
NRB’s monetary policy review aims to maintain price stabilit...
After Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) adopted flexible monetary measures, the base interest rate of commercial banks has come down to as low as 5.53 percent.
Dec 01, 2024
SPORTS
Seven injured in NPL stampede in Kirtipur
Seven injured in NPL stampede in Kirtipur
Seven people were injured in a stampede while going to watch the inaugural match of the NPL on Saturday.
Nov 30, 2024
ECONOMY
Over 22,000 tourists visit Langtang, Gosaikunda in four months
Over 22,000 tourists visit Langtang, Gosaikunda in four mont...
According to officials of Langtang National Park, the security checkpoint in Dhunche reported that an average of 25 to 30 tourists arrive at the national park daily.
Nov 30, 2024
SOCIETY
HIV infections reduced by 91 percent in Nepal: NCASC
HIV infections reduced by 91 percent in Nepal: NCASC
The National Centre for AIDS and STD Control (NCASC) reported a 91 percent reduction in HIV infections in Nepal in 2023.
Nov 30, 2024
POLITICS
EC completes all preparations for local level by-election
EC completes all preparations for local level by-election
Voting will take place tomorrow from 7 AM to 5 PM at the polling stations established in the respective local levels where the election is being held
Nov 30, 2024
ECONOMY
NEPSE bounced back 67.41 points last week; investors gained Rs 288 billion
NEPSE bounced back 67.41 points last week; investors gained...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) gained 67.41 points last week after investors regained their confidence with the appointment of the chairman of the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), which was put on hold for 11 months.
Nov 30, 2024
POLITICS
Acquittal of former Koshi minister Adhikari without court trial draws controversy
Acquittal of former Koshi minister Adhikari without court tr...
"The police submitted a report to file charges, but the DGAO released him. Even though he may appear innocent, if the case had gone to court, it would have carried a different meaning. By releasing him, the DGAO has opened the door of doubts regarding the significance of the police investigation," s...
Nov 30, 2024
SOCIETY
18 Nepali scholars set to depart for Australia
18 Nepali scholars set to depart for Australia
The Australian Ambassador to Nepal, Leann Johnston, and Acting Secretary at the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology, Mr. Baikuntha Prasad Aryal, congratulated the awardees in a ceremony held on Friday.
Nov 30, 2024