ECONOMY
New Rs 10 banknotes signed by former Governor Adhikari in circulation from today
New Rs 10 banknotes signed by former Governor Adhikari in ci...
According to a notice issued today by the central bank’s Banking Department and Currency Management Department, the new Rs 10 notes will come into use starting today (June 16), and they will have the same size and color as the previous ones.
Jun 16, 2025
ECONOMY
FNCCI demands revision of gold tax policy introduced in new budget
FNCCI demands revision of gold tax policy introduced in new...
The Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FNCCI) has demanded the government to reconsider the proposed 2 percent luxury tax and 13 percent value-added tax (VAT) on gold and precious stones including diamonds in the budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26.
Jun 16, 2025
WORLD
Relatives wait for remains after Air India crash
Relatives wait for remains after Air India crash
Mourners have held funerals for some of the 279 people killed when the Air India jet crashed in the western city of Ahmedabad on Thursday, but others are facing an anguished wait.
Jun 16, 2025
WORLD
How much damage has Israel inflicted on Iran's nuclear program?
How much damage has Israel inflicted on Iran's nuclear progr...
Experts told AFP that while the attacks have caused some damage to Iran's nuclear programme, they are unlikely to have delivered a fatal blow.
Jun 16, 2025
SOCIETY
Court orders release of RPP leader Dhawal Shamsher Rana on Rs 300,000 bail
Court orders release of RPP leader Dhawal Shamsher Rana on R...
The order was issued by Judge Shiv Prasad Khanal on Monday in connection with the violent Tikune incident on March 28, during which Rana participated in a pro-monarchy demonstration as the party’s mobilization coordinator. He was arrested the same day as one of the key accused.
Jun 16, 2025
OPINION
How the 20-Hour Work Policy Can Revolutionize Education, Economy, and National Spirit
How the 20-Hour Work Policy Can Revolutionize Education, Eco...
The impact of this policy extends far beyond individual students, promising significant benefits for the entire nation. Firstly, it serves as a critical strategy to mitigate brain drain. Nepal has long grappled with the exodus of its brightest minds, with many highly skilled graduates leaving the co...
Jun 16, 2025
SOCIETY
CIAA appeals to SC against Special Court verdict on Security Printing Press corruption cas...
CIAA appeals to SC against Special Court verdict on Security...
The anti-graft body expressed dissatisfaction with the May 22 verdict, which convicted four out of nine accused and acquitted the rest, arguing that there was sufficient evidence to prove corruption against all.
Jun 16, 2025
SOCIETY
Van accident inside school premises claims life of 9-year-old student in Kathmandu
Van accident inside school premises claims life of 9-year-ol...
A tragic accident inside the premises of Edify International School in Kalanki on Monday afternoon claimed the life of a student and injured seven others, including the driver.
Jun 16, 2025
SOCIETY
Louvre Hotels Group Launches Nepal’s First Royal Tulip in Kathmandu
Louvre Hotels Group Launches Nepal’s First Royal Tulip in Ka...
The hotel expects to become Nepal’s largest hotel with capital’s biggest MICE facility
Jun 16, 2025
POLITICS
RSP protests loudly as Finance Minister takes podium
RSP protests loudly as Finance Minister takes podium
As Minister Paudel stood at the podium, RSP members chanted slogans like “People are not for sale”, “Home Minister must resign”, “Take action against human trafficker” and “Our protest will continue”.
Jun 16, 2025