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Nepathya's folk rock echoes through Los Angeles
Nepathya's folk rock echoes through Los Angeles
Next, Nepathya is set to head to the state of Pennsylvania, where they will perform in the city of Pittsburgh. Last year, the band performed in Harrisburg, the state capital. This year, the concert in Pittsburgh is scheduled for May 31 at the Roxian Theatre.
May 29, 2025
SOCIETY
Kathmandu seminar revives historic Nepal-India connection through South-South dialogue
Kathmandu seminar revives historic Nepal-India connection th...
A two-day international seminar titled “Nepal–India Affinities: The Retrospect and the Prospect” concluded this week, focusing on revitalizing the historic Nepal-India relationship through South-South academic dialogue.
May 29, 2025
ECONOMY
Nepal urges continuation of US-halted MCC project
Nepal urges continuation of US-halted MCC project
Following Trump’s election, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, unilaterally announced the suspension of the MCC, despite it being ratified by the parliaments of both countries.
May 29, 2025
SOCIETY
Essay and speech competition highlights youth engagement in Nepal-Pakistan relations
Essay and speech competition highlights youth engagement in...
The Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu on Thursday organised the 12th Annual Ambassador of Pakistan Essay Writing Competition and the 8th Annual Ambassador of Pakistan Speech Competition, drawing participation from bright students across Nepal.
May 29, 2025
ECONOMY
Budget is balanced, but undermines central bank's autonomy: Former Finance Secy Khanal
Budget is balanced, but undermines central bank's autonomy:...
Although the government has brought a balanced budget, former Finance Secretary Rameshore Khanal has said it interferes with the autonomy of Nepal Rastra Bank.
May 29, 2025
SOCIETY
WMO Forecast: Global temperature rise likely to reach record levels in next five years
WMO Forecast: Global temperature rise likely to reach record...
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has projected that global temperatures are likely to break records or remain close to record highs over the next five years due to climate change. This trend is expected to intensify climate-related risks and impacts on society, the economy, and sustainabl...
May 29, 2025
ECONOMY
Govt approves Rs 44.66 billion in foreign investment
Govt approves Rs 44.66 billion in foreign investment
The government has approved approximately Rs 44.66 billion in foreign investment this year. Foreign investors receive approval through the Office of the Investment Board and the Department of Industry.
May 29, 2025
ECONOMY
Govt imposes only 1% customs duty on equipment for ev charging station, waives other taxes
Govt imposes only 1% customs duty on equipment for ev chargi...
The government has introduced a policy where only a 1 percent customs duty will be imposed on the import of equipment required for industries producing and assembling charging stations to promote electric vehicles (EVs).
May 29, 2025
ECONOMY
Govt targets to achieve economic growth of six percent in next FY
Govt targets to achieve economic growth of six percent in ne...
The government has projected to achieve an economic growth rate of six percent in the next Fiscal Year (FY). The government has targeted to maintain an inflation rate within 5.5 percent.
May 29, 2025
SOCIETY
Pro-monarchy groups to protest at Maitighar on Friday, first day ends peacefully
Pro-monarchy groups to protest at Maitighar on Friday, first...
Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP), the fifth-largest force in the House of Representatives, along with other pro-monarchy groups, has announced that their protest will continue on Friday.
May 29, 2025