POLITICS
I am encouraged by the statement of Indian PM Modi to resolve border dispute: PM Dahal
I am encouraged by the statement of Indian PM Modi to resolv...
KATHMANDU, June 4: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has said that he is encouraged by the statement of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the border dispute that exists between the two countries.
Jun 04, 2023
Editorial
Mockery of Nepal’s green pledges
Mockery of Nepal’s green pledges
Nepal's recent agreement with India to construct petroleum pipelines and storage facilities at a significant cost raises concerns about resource allocation efficiency. While the intention may be to ensure a smooth supply of petroleum products, it is essential to consider alternative solutions that a...
Jun 04, 2023
ECONOMY
Nine hydropower companies issuing IPOs of Rs 1.982 billion
Nine hydropower companies issuing IPOs of Rs 1.982 billion
KATHMANDU, June 3: A total of nine hydropower companies have been waiting to receive approval of the Securities Board of Nepal (Sebon) to issue their initial public offerings (IPOs) worth Rs 1.982 billion.
Jun 03, 2023
ECONOMY
Foreign trekkers now have to hire a licensed guide with them while going for a trip
Foreign trekkers now have to hire a licensed guide with them...
KATHMANDU, June 3: Foreign tourists now cannot go as solo travelers and have to be accompanied by a trained trekking guide, as per the government enforced rule in this regard effective from Wednesday.
Jun 03, 2023
POLITICS
PM Dahal returns home after a four-day official visit to India
PM Dahal returns home after a four-day official visit to Ind...
KATHMANDU, June 3: Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has returned home after a four-day official visit to India.
Jun 03, 2023
SOCIETY
Terai grapples with health risks from extreme heat conditions
Terai grapples with health risks from extreme heat condition...
KATHMANDU, June 3: Since the last few days, excessive heat has been reported in various parts of the country which will continue for the next few days. The Department Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has requested the general public to take necessary precautions and to avoid venturing out during the...
Jun 03, 2023
ECONOMY
Nepse nosedived 92.78 points, while investors lost Rs 134 billion in shares transaction la...
Nepse nosedived 92.78 points, while investors lost Rs 134 bi...
KATHMANDU, June 3: Nepal Stock Exchange (Nepse) plunged 92.78 points last week with the budget for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24 failing to come up with measures to attract the share market investors.
Jun 03, 2023
SOCIETY
Alumni Get-Together organized to honor Nepalese nationals who graduated from Pakistani aca...
Alumni Get-Together organized to honor Nepalese nationals wh...
KATHMANDU, June 3: The Embassy of Pakistan in Kathmandu organized an Alumni Get-Together to honor Nepalese nationals who graduated from various educational institutions in Pakistan. The event took place on Saturday.
Jun 03, 2023
WORLD
Pakistan's inflation rate reaches record high of 38 pc in May
Pakistan's inflation rate reaches record high of 38 pc in Ma...
ISLAMABAD, June 3: The inflation rate soared to a new all-time high in Pakistan to 38 per cent in May, making it the highest in the region, according to The News International.
Jun 03, 2023
ECONOMY
Government Expands Excise Duty Coverage
Government Expands Excise Duty Coverage
KATHMANDU, June 3: The government has expanded the coverage of excise duty to include 34 types of goods. The excise tax has been increased by incorporating items that were previously not subjected to excise duty.
Jun 03, 2023