WORLD
Nuclear arms spending soars as global tensions swell: studies
Nuclear arms spending soars as global tensions swell: studie...
GENEVA, June 17: Nuclear-armed countries hiked spending on atomic weapons arsenals by a third in the past five years as they modernised their stockpiles amid growing geopolitical tensions, two reports showed on Monday.
Jun 17, 2024
ECONOMY
World Bank Senior MD on a visit to Nepal
World Bank Senior MD on a visit to Nepal
KATHMANDU, July 3. World Bank Senior Managing Director Axel Van Trotsonburg has arrived in Nepal for a five-day visit. He is in Nepal in connection with the ‘IDA21 Third Replenishment Meeting' of the International Development Association (IDA) under the World Bank.
Jun 17, 2024
SOCIETY
21 dead, 38 missing in floods and landslides in Sankhuwasabha in 10 years
21 dead, 38 missing in floods and landslides in Sankhuwasabh...
SANKHUWASABHA, June 17: Every year floods and landslides result in the loss of life and property in Sankhuwasabha.
Jun 17, 2024
SPORTS
Startup World Cup Nepal Edition 2024 on June 27
Startup World Cup Nepal Edition 2024 on June 27
KATHMANDU, June 17: The final of Startup World Cup Nepal Edition 2024 is being held in Nepal on June 27.
Jun 17, 2024
SOCIETY
Six arrested for involvement in online gambling worth Rs 240 million in two months
Six arrested for involvement in online gambling worth Rs 240...
KATHMANDU, June 17: Six individuals have been arrested for allegedly engaging in illegal online gambling worth Rs 240 million.
Jun 17, 2024
WORLD
Low snow on the Himalayas threatens water security: Study
Low snow on the Himalayas threatens water security: Study
KATHMANDU, June 17: Millions of people dependent on Himalayan snowmelt for water face a "very serious" risk of shortages this year after one of the lowest rates of snowfall, scientists warned Monday.
Jun 17, 2024
SOCIETY
Coca-Cola Nepal launches second phase of Saksham Accelerator and Mentorship Program
Coca-Cola Nepal launches second phase of Saksham Accelerator...
KATHMANDU, June 17: Coca-Cola Nepal has announced the second phase of the Saksham Accelerator and Mentorship Program, aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs across Nepal.
Jun 17, 2024
ECONOMY
Sislen appointed as World Bank country director for Nepal, Maldives and Sri Lanka
Sislen appointed as World Bank country director for Nepal, M...
KATHMANDU, June 17: The World Bank has appointed David Sislen as the Country Director for Nepal, the Maldives and Sri Lanka.
Jun 17, 2024
SOCIETY
Thames Int’l College to host Nepal Social Work Symposium 2024
Thames Int’l College to host Nepal Social Work Symposium 202...
KATHMANDU, June 17 : Thames International College is all set to host the Nepal Social Work Symposium 2024 on June 20-21.
Jun 17, 2024
SOCIETY
KMC Mayor Shah off to Brazil for Metropolis BoD meeting
KMC Mayor Shah off to Brazil for Metropolis BoD meeting
KATHMANDU, June 17: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Mayor Balendra Shah (Balen) has departed for Brazil.
Jun 17, 2024