SOCIETY
Newly-introduced legislation paves the way for federal ministers to determine their own sa...
Newly-introduced legislation paves the way for federal minis...
As per the 2077 directive, the Prime Minister currently draws a monthly salary of Rs 94,280, which includes basic salary Rs 77,280, dearness allowance Rs 2,000, communication allowance Rs 5,00 and hospitality allowance Rs 10,000.
Sep 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Former FNJ officials urge gov to reopen social media – call for protest later today
Former FNJ officials urge gov to reopen social media – call...
The journos have also called for a protest on Sunday at 2 PM at Maitighar Mandala. They have called on all those in favor of press freedom and civil liberties to participate in the protest.
Sep 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Tongue-piercing festival in Thimi today
Tongue-piercing festival in Thimi today
This festival had been discontinued for various reasons. It was celebrated until 1969 (2026 BS) but then came to a halt. Reviving the tradition, Birendra Bhakta first pierced his tongue in 2017 (2074 BS). He did so again in 2022 and 2024, making this year his fourth. In between, others performed the...
Sep 07, 2025
POLITICS
“Which VPN are you on?” Balen comments on Deuba’s Facebook post
“Which VPN are you on?” Balen comments on Deuba’s Facebook p...
“Which VPN is this post from, Nepali or foreign? Seems quite tough running it through VPN!!!”
Sep 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal, China begin joint military exercise being held in Kathmandu
Nepal, China begin joint military exercise being held in Kat...
According to Nepal Army spokesperson Rajaram Basnet, the 10-day training in Kathmandu will focus on disaster management, humanitarian assistance, and knowledge exchange between the two armies.
Sep 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Chulu Sudur Purwa mountain open for climbing
Chulu Sudur Purwa mountain open for climbing
A notice of the mountain under the Damodar mountain range open for climbing has been published in the Nepal Gazette. The mountain falls within the Annapurna Conservation Area and is located in the Manang district of Gandaki Province.
Sep 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Chepang community celebrating Nwangi festival today
Chepang community celebrating Nwangi festival today
Although the festival is celebrated throughout the month of Bhadra, a mass celebration is held on 22 Bhadra by organizing various cultural programs.
Sep 07, 2025
WORLD
Israel levels another Gaza high-rise as fighting escalates
Israel levels another Gaza high-rise as fighting escalates
Footage released by Defence Minister Israel Katz on social media showed the Sussi Tower collapsing into rubble, accompanied by the message, “We’re continuing.” The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) said the building was being used by Hamas, though the group denied the claim. It is not y...
Sep 07, 2025
POLITICS
UML Statute Convention: Mission 2084 could be jeopardized if disputes remain unresolved
UML Statute Convention: Mission 2084 could be jeopardized if...
Delegates suggested strengthening internal life, resolving disputes on time, settling the membership controversy of former president Bidya Devi Bhandari quickly, and making government actions more effective. They warned that if disputes persist, Mission 2084 could become an empty slogan
Sep 07, 2025
SOCIETY
22nd Civil Service Day being observed today
22nd Civil Service Day being observed today
According to Kali Prasad Parajuli, spokesperson for the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration, this year’s slogan is “Professional and Creative Civil Service.” Civil servants celebrate the day in memory of September 7, 1955 (Bhadra 22, 2012 BS), when the first civi...
Sep 07, 2025