WORLD
Virgin Orbit to lay off 85 percent of its employees
Virgin Orbit to lay off 85 percent of its employees
WASHINGTON, April 1: Virgin Orbit, the satellite launch company founded by Richard Branson, said it will lay off 85 percent of its employees, according to a filing to the US stock market regulator.
Apr 01, 2023
POLITICS
PM fails to give full shape to the cabinet even after the latest expansion
PM fails to give full shape to the cabinet even after the la...
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KATHMANDU, April 1: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has failed to give full shape to his cabinet as differences surfaced within the coalition partners over the ministerial names.
Apr 01, 2023
Editorial
President’s bad precedent
President’s bad precedent
The President must not forget the fact that the appointments of several advisors come at a cost to taxpayers, and with the country already facing a looming financial crisis, it is not prudent to spend money on unnecessary appointments.
Apr 01, 2023
BLOG
Another Asinine Comparison
Another Asinine Comparison
As citizens, we rely on our government to make decisions that benefit society as a whole. But it’s no secret that government policies and decisions are often frustrating and perplexing. The government’s actions often seem to benefit only a select few. From tax hikes to confusing legislation, it can...
Apr 01, 2023
ECONOMY
Govt looks forward to signing labor agreements with a number of European countries
Govt looks forward to signing labor agreements with a number...
KATHMANDU, March 31: The government is looking forward to signing agreements with a number of European countries to send the migrant workers, citing an increase in labor demand in those countries.
Mar 31, 2023
WORLD
Trump 'shocked' by indictment but 'ready to fight'
Trump 'shocked' by indictment but 'ready to fight'
WASHINGTON, March 31: Following his historic indictment on criminal charges, Donald Trump was preparing Friday to go where no former US president has gone before -- a prosecutor's office to be booked, fingerprinted and have his mugshot taken.
Mar 31, 2023
SPORTS
Nepal lifts Prime Minister's Three Nations Cup title beating Laos in final
Nepal lifts Prime Minister's Three Nations Cup title beating...
KATHMANDU, March 31:Nepal has won the title of the Prime Minister's Three Nations Cup football tournament.
Mar 31, 2023
ECONOMY
Newly-appointed Finance Minister Mahat forms task force to manage the govt’s cash flow
Newly-appointed Finance Minister Mahat forms task force to m...
KATHMANDU, March 31: After a long gap, Prakash Sharan Mahat has been appointed as the new finance minister of Nepal.
Mar 31, 2023
SOCIETY
COVID-19 cases see a fresh surge, 142 new cases recorded on Friday alone
COVID-19 cases see a fresh surge, 142 new cases recorded on...
KATHMANDU, March 31: The number of coronavirus infections has increased on Friday as well. The Ministry of Health and Population shared that it recorded a total 142 new cases of coronavirus out of the tests conducted among 1,079 individuals.
Mar 31, 2023
SPORTS
Team announced for first round of Women's Asian Football Qualifiers
Team announced for first round of Women's Asian Football Qua...
KATHMANDU, March 31: The final name list of 22 players selected for the first round of the Women's Asian Football Qualifiers for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games has been published today.
Mar 31, 2023