WORLD
India opposition leader released after protest detention
India opposition leader released after protest detention
Gandhi had staged a sit-in protest on Tuesday, accusing the government of ignoring students demands and condemning a police crackdown on demonstrations in New Delhi a day earlier.
11 hours ago
POLITICS
NC commemorates BP as internal divisions widen
NC commemorates BP as internal divisions widen
Party leaders and cadres will pay floral tributes to BP and praise his legacy, but the party itself is facing one of the deepest crises in its history. Critics say NC leaders have placed personal ambitions above the interests of the party, the people and the country.
11 hours ago
POLITICS
New political equation likely, says NCP Coordinator Dahal
New political equation likely, says NCP Coordinator Dahal
Dahal said that discussions are also underway with the Nepali Congress on the issue of power sharing in the provincial governments.
11 hours ago
ECONOMY
Bird flu, H-9 outbreak delivers Rs 4 billion blow to poultry industry
Bird flu, H-9 outbreak delivers Rs 4 billion blow to poultry...
The Nepal Poultry Federation estimates losses from bird flu at around Rs 2 billion, with another Rs 2 billion attributed to H-9 influenza, which has also spread in several districts.
12 hours ago
SOCIETY
Well-equipped burn hospital remains a promise as patients keep dying
Well-equipped burn hospital remains a promise as patients ke...
The issue has resurfaced following a string of self-immolation incidents over the past month. Ganesh Nepali of Mugu died after sustaining severe burns during a self-immolation attempt in Kathmandu. Since then, at least five more people have attempted self-immolation, with two others later dying from...
12 hours ago
SOCIETY
Heavy rain blocks major highways across Nepal
Heavy rain blocks major highways across Nepal
According to Nepal Police, as of 7:00 am Wednesday, highways in Sindhupalchok, Ilam, Baglung, Panchthar and Gorkha remain completely blocked. Nighttime vehicle movement has also been suspended on some roads as a safety measure.
13 hours ago
POLITICS
Parliamentary hearings for proposed chief election commissioner, commissioners set for Jul...
Parliamentary hearings for proposed chief election commissio...
The Constitutional Council recommended Man Bahadur Karki for the post of Chief Election Commissioner and Dr Rajiv Subba and Guru Prasad Wagle as Election Commissioners on June 25, and forwarded their names to Parliament for confirmation.
13 hours ago
SOCIETY
Generally cloudy weather throughout the country today
Generally cloudy weather throughout the country today
There is a possibility of light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning at a few places in the Himalayan region of the country today. Moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning is likely at many places in the hilly region of the country, the Division stated.
13 hours ago
WORLD
Airbus pushes ahead with future single-aisle jet, hydrogen plane
Airbus pushes ahead with future single-aisle jet, hydrogen p...
Flight tests are due to start this year, and looking further ahead, the European aviation giant is also advancing with plans for a hydrogen-powered aircraft, having recently partnered with German engine-maker MTU.
14 hours ago
SOCIETY
Two attempt self-immolation in Kathmandu over separate grievances
Two attempt self-immolation in Kathmandu over separate griev...
Two people attempted self-immolation at separate locations in Kathmandu on Tuesday, with one citing his inability to meet former King Gyanendra Shah and the other protesting restrictions on roadside vending.
14 hours ago