OPINION
Antics of MCC critics
Antics of MCC critics
KATHMANDU, August 18: Given Nepal’s current situation, MCC or no MCC is not going to make any difference. The sky is not going to fall without the MCC, nor will we be having a heavenly ride with the MCC. Yet, the political forces in the opposition have found it to be a rallying cry.
Aug 18, 2021
ECONOMY
Nepse ends flat following consolidation around 3,150
Nepse ends flat following consolidation around 3,150
KATHMANDU, August 17: The Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) index climbed around 3,175 mark in the morning before correcting sharply to trade in red at mid-day. Nonetheless, the index hovered around the opening level throughout the latter half of the session. The benchmark finally ended with a 0.23 point...
Aug 17, 2021
POLITICS
Nepal urges Talibans to facilitate safe and orderly departure of all those wishing to leav...
Nepal urges Talibans to facilitate safe and orderly departur...
KATHMANDU, August 17: In its first official reaction to the latest development in Afghanistan, Nepal has urged all parties concerned to ensure safety, security and well-being of the people.
Aug 17, 2021
ECONOMY
NEA’s net profit declined 70 pc to Rs 3.51 billion last fiscal year
NEA’s net profit declined 70 pc to Rs 3.51 billion last fisc...
KATHMANDU, August 17: Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA)’s net profit in fiscal year 2020/21 stood at Rs 3.51 billion, a straight fall from Rs 11.68 billion in the previous year.
Aug 17, 2021
SOCIETY, Coronavirus
Nepal records 3,274 new cases, 1,929 recoveries and 27 deaths on Tuesday
Nepal records 3,274 new cases, 1,929 recoveries and 27 death...
KATHMANDU, August 17: Nepal recorded 3,274 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday along with 1,929 recoveries and 27 deaths, according to the latest data from the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP).
Aug 17, 2021
POLITICS
UML dismisses 14 of its lawmakers, including Madhav Kumar Nepal
UML dismisses 14 of its lawmakers, including Madhav Kumar Ne...
KATHMANDU, August 17: The main opposition CPN-UML has taken action against 14 of its lawmakers, including Madhav Kumar Nepal.
Aug 17, 2021
My City, Entertainment
Chinese-Canadian pop star arrested on suspicion of rape
Chinese-Canadian pop star arrested on suspicion of rape
Chinese-Canadian pop star Kris Wu was arrested Monday on suspicion of rape in a high-profile case that followed an accusation the singer had sex with a 17-year-old while she was drunk and lured young women into sexual relationships.
Aug 17, 2021
ECONOMY
Nyadi Hydropower IPO is now open
Nyadi Hydropower IPO is now open
Kathmandu, August 17: The initial public offering (IPO) sale of Nyadi Hydropower Company Limited is now open. The company has opened the sale of shares to the locals and founder of the project-affected area Lamjung from today.
Aug 17, 2021
POLITICS
Deuba-led govt, too, introduces ‘party-split’ ordinance
Deuba-led govt, too, introduces ‘party-split’ ordinance
KATHMANDU, August 17: The government has introduced a new ordinance related to splits in political parties. A Cabinet meeting held at Baluwatar on Tuesday decided to introduce the ordinance and send it to the President’s Office for approval.
Aug 17, 2021
My City, Entertainment
Lisa Haydon posts pics of herself breastfeeding newborn daughter Lara
Lisa Haydon posts pics of herself breastfeeding newborn daug...
Actress Lisa Haydon has shared a powerful picture of herself breastfeeding her newborn daughter Lara. Lisa posted a motley of pictures on Instagram
Aug 17, 2021