A thick layer of smog enveloped India’s capital Monday, filling the air with an acrid smell as pollution levels surged and worsening a public health crisis that has prompted its residents to take the streets to protest and demand government action.
Gagan Kumar Thapa, the General Secretary of the Nepali Congress, has asserted that the forthcoming House of Representatives (HoR) election on Falgun 21 (March 5) will steer the constitution in the right direction.
The Nepal Red Cross Society, with financial backing from the Chinese Red Cross Society, has built a central warehouse in Bhaktapur. The construction, which cost approximately Rs 120 million, will house vital non-food supplies, including 'dignity kits' for women and children, intended for use during emergencies.
Saroj Kumar Yadav has been appointed as the Chief Minister of Madhesh Province. Provincial Chief Sumitra Suvedi has appointed Yadav, the leader of the CPN
Today marks the 111th birth anniversary of Ganeshman Singh, the esteemed leader of the 2046 BS People's Movement, celebrated through various events. Singh, a symbol of sacrifice and bravery in Nepali politics, became a focal point of loyalty for many.
The ‘Global Hunger Index–2025’ report has been unveiled in Karnali. Binod Kumar Shah, the Minister for Land Management, Agriculture, and Cooperatives of the Karnali Province, released the report.
The initiative to upgrade the Darbang–Muna–Dhorpatan road, which links the centre of Dhawalagiri Rural Municipality, Muna, in Myagdi, is now underway.
Police have arrested one of the defendants in a case relating to the fake Bhutanese refugee scam and presented him before the court.
Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Jagdish Kharel, has directed Nepal Telecom to ensure quality in its service. Expansion of service needs quality as well, he reminded.
Dr Govinda KC has submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Sushila Karki, demanding reform in medical education.
At the meeting held at the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Home Minister informed the Indian Ambassador that maintaining peace and order, ending corruption, and ensuring good governance were the government’s top priorities. He said the government is working around the clock to hold the election on the stipulated date in a peaceful and fear-free atmosphere.
Chairperson of the Federation of Nepalese Chamber of Commerce and Industries (FNCCI), Chandra Prasad Dhakal, has expressed worry over the targets made on industries during the protest.
Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Mahabir Pun, has urged teachers and employees of educational institutions to maintain a non-political nature.
Researches by scientists from Shanghai proved that it increases the lifespan of mice by selectively killing senescent cells. However, the research works point out that the company is skeptical about the statements that modern medicine can completely defy the death.
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has prohibited the burning of waste and plastic materials within the metropolis.