- by Republica
KATHMANDU, March 2: Nepal is set to clash against the Netherlands in the ongoing triangular T20 cricket series today. The match is scheduled to commence at 11:30 am at the Tribhuvan University cricket ground in Kirtipur.
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In its first such confirmation, the government has conceded that Indians have been recruited by the Russian Army and positioned inside the Ukrainian border in land now under Russian control. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) says a “few” Indian nationals had signed up for support jobs, as military helpers and loaders, something the government actively discourages.
- by Vivek Pyakuryal
Nepal's majestic mountains and exhilarating adventures have long lured international travellers. But for Nepali families seeking respite from bustling cities, the tourism landscape often offers limited options. While domestic tourism is on the rise, many resorts and activities remain geared towards adrenaline-pumping feats, leaving families wishing for experiences that cater to all ages.
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KATHMANDU, March 2: The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has pointed out the need for an investment of US $12-13 billion in the energy sector in the next five years to enhance electricity supply for domestic consumption and cross-border electricity trade.
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KATHMANDU, March 2: A session of the National Assembly endorsed the 'Bill aimed to amend some acts relating to the prevention of money laundering and promotion of business environment-2080 BS' on Friday.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: The World Bank on Thursday approved loans worth US $200 million to Nepal to support the country’s transition toward Green, Resilient, and Inclusive Development (GRID) and help improve the development and maintenance of Nepal’s provincial and local road network.
- by Bhuwan Sharma
KATHMANDU, March 1: The Kathmandu Valley Development Authority (KVDA) has identified at least 275 plots as illegal within the Kathmandu Valley. In response, the KVDA has urged the public to refrain from buying or selling such plots due to the associated risks. The Authority has also prepared to stop the acquisition of illegally plotted land.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City has said 118 pharmacies operating within KMC have been found not following the basic standards.
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- by Santosh Pokharel
POKHARA, March 1: Nearly 100,000 foreign visitors entered Nepal in February 2024, which is a 33 percent increment compared to February 2023. According to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), as many as 97,426 foreign guests arrived in Nepal via air travel alone in February 2024.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: The Law, Justice, and Human Rights Committee of the House of Representatives has called a meeting to deliberate on the ‘Bill to amend the Act on Commission on Investigation of Disappeared Persons, Truth, and Reconciliation, 2071.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: The National Conference of Women with Disabilities has kicked off in Kathmandu.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has announced that it has kept the price of petroleum products unchanged, despite an increase in prices by the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), NOC’s sole supplier of petroleum products.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: A meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) on Friday unanimously passed the 'Monitoring and Evaluation Bill-2080'.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: A session of the National Assembly today endorsed the 'Bill aimed to amend some acts relating to the prevention of money laundering and promotion of business environment-2080 BS'.
- by Bhasa Sharma
KATHMANDU, March 1: Incidents of online violence are on the rise, posing a significant challenge for authorities due to the absence of proper legislation. The Cyber Bureau of Nepal Police is grappling with the surge in complaints lodged by individuals who have been subjected to various forms of online abuse across different social media platforms.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: The Dairy Development Corporation (DDC) is facing problems in paying the dairy farmers due to the stock of huge quantities of powdered milk and butter.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: The FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Nepal and Bahrain will not be held at the Dasharath Stadium as the one and only international stadium of Nepal does not meet the required standards to host international tournaments, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said in a letter written to the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA).
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KATHMANDU, March 1: Members of the National Assembly, who are about to complete their six-year tenure, have said that the prestige and dignity of parliament has declined.
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KATHMANDU, March 1: Loan shark victims conducted a justice march in the capital on Friday, urging the government to fulfill their demands.
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CHITWAN, March 1: Nepali Congress (NC) President Sher Bahadur Deuba has said there are no issues among the political parties in the coalition government.