- Saturday, 15 March 2025
Works start to put Sinja Valley in World Heritage List
Efforts have begun to include the Sinja Valley, the capital of the erstwhile Khasa Kingdom, and the place from where Nepali language originated, in the UNESCO World Heritage List. To lay the groundwork for this, a team from the Department of Archaeology is currently in Sinja to conduct an in-depth study and for an observation. As part of this initiative, the DoA has also held an interactive session at Sinja Rural Municipality, in collaboration with the local government.
Capital expenditure stands 23.37% in eight months
Capital expenditure of the government has remained quite low also in the current fiscal year. The capital expenditure s
Europe's military shortfalls exposed as Trump shifts US priorities
In the year after Russia launched outright war on Ukraine, NATO leaders approved a set of military plans designed to repel an invasion of Europe. It was the biggest shake-up of the alliance's defence readiness preparations since the Cold War.
Hostel 3 earns Rs. 43. 3 million
The producers of the film Hostel 3, which was released in theatres last Friday, have officially revealed its first-week box office collection. According to the publicly shared data, the film has grossed Rs. 43.2 million by Thursday. Director Sushan Kandel said that the box office figures were derived from the DCR (Daily Collection Report
Nation
Homes in Dharan Sub-metro beautified with flowers
Most houses in Dharan Sub-Metropolitan City are adorned with blooming flowers, enhancing the beauty of the city. Known as the beautiful city of the east, Dharan has gained further charm with the flower gardens in every household. The front yards of homes are filled with colourful flowers, making Dharan recognised as the ‘city of flowers.’
Fire lines being built to contain risks of wildfires
Efforts are underway to protect various community forests in Makwanpur district by constructing fire lines. Out of the 210 community forests un
Strong wind causes damage in Thaha Municipality
A powerful wind has caused significant damages in various wards of Thaha Municipality in Makwanpur district. Heavy winds accompanied by hailstorms hi
Khuwa becoming souvenir delicacy from Hetauda
The expansion of more than half a dozen road networks connecting the federal capital Kathmandu with Hetauda has contributed significantly to enhancing the quality of locals’ life. With the improved road access, peop
World
US, Israel eye Africa for Gaza Palestinian resettlement
The U.S. and Israel have reached out to officials of three East African governments to discuss using their territories as potential destinations for resettling Palestinians uprooted
Business
Blooming rhododendrons please tourists
Surrounded by snow-capped mountains and vibrant rhododendron forests above the village, the breathtaking scenery of Kaulepani in Lamjung district has been attracting tourists. Visitors who reach Kaulepani are captivated
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PM Oli urges NPC to put poverty alleviation on top priority
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has directed the National Planning Commission (NPC) to put poverty alleviation on first priority by increasing production, productivity and entrepreneurship. During the meeting with NPC office-bearers including the Vice Chairperson at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Singha Durbar, on Friday regarding the NPC's performance and future course of action, PM Oli, also the Chairperson of the NPC, urged the planning commission officials to increase investment in skill development, entrepreneurship and employment creation as activities related to infrastructure development are in the phase of completion.
Expenditure exceeds income, 23% spending in eight months
The government's expenditure has surpassed the income till the second quarter of the current fiscal year 2024/25. According to data from the Office of the Financial Comptroller General, the government's income stood at Rs 738 billion 821 million and 300 thousand while the expenditure was Rs 839 billion and 356 million rills March 13.
Gold price hits all-time high in domestic market
The price of gold has set a new record in the domestic market today. It has increased by Rs 4,000 per tola (11.66 grammes) and reached Rs 174,500 per tola, said the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers Association.
Sports
Fernandes sends Man Utd into Europa League quarters, Spurs advance
Bruno Fernandes netted a hat-trick as Manchester United beat Real Sociedad 4-1 in their Europa League last-16 second leg on Thursday, while Tottenham bounced back to edge AZ Alkmaar 3-2 on aggregate.
Interview
Harinagar getting prosperity from livestock venture
Harinagar is a rural municipality located in the southern part of Sunsari bordering its district headquarters. This rural municipality has made significant progress in infrastructure development, education, health, agriculture and livestoc
There is no alternative to participatory and transparent democracy, says Dr Baburam Bhattarai
Former Prime Minister and Chairman of Nepal Samajwadi Party (Naya Shakti) Dr Baburam Bhattarai has said that the country has gradually advanced to a positive direction with the establishment of the federal democratic republic after a long struggle of people.
Society
PM Oli inspects 'Sagarmatha Sambaad' Secretariat
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has directed the bodies concerned to streamline the 'Sagarmatha Sambaad' (Sagarmatha Dialogue) programme. The three-day programme has been scheduled in Kathmandu from May 16.