Unauthorised translation and piracy of foreign books thrive in Nepal
The phenomenon has not just hurt creativity but also caused losses to authorised translators and publishers.
Court and Crime
6 jail guards transferred over female inmate’s torture
According to sources, they were involved in the torture of a woman named Runa Laila to snatch around Tk 7,000 from her on June 25.
Women judges committee to examine sexual violence after women paraded naked
The Supreme Court considers creating a committee of retired female judges to look into cases of sexual assault against women in Manipur, India.
Ensuring a dignified life for trafficking survivors
The writer says the journey to combat human trafficking is far from behind us, but we can bring about lasting change with collective dedication and collaboration.
At least 44 killed, over 100 injured in ‘suicide’ blast at workers’ convention in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Footage of the site after the blast showed panic-stricken people gathering as ambulances arrived to move the injured to hospitals.
Two journalists sued under Digital Security Act in Savar
One of the journalists in question said that the report was about the resignation of the Cambodian prime minister, and the Bangladeshi Prime Minister's photo was printed due to a…
Three arrested, 32kg of heroin destined for Australia seized
The police had earlier received a tip-off that a drug gang was planning to smuggle heroin to a buyer by disguising the shipment as sculptures.
Civil groups condemn violence against journalists reporting Golkar chair, party event
During the one-hour-long ruckus, the unknown aggressors also attempted to break various pieces of reporting equipment.
Japan govt holds hearing with Bigmotor over insurance fraud scandal
An investigative committee comprising external lawyers has confirmed that Bigmotor submitted fraudulent automobile insurance claims, including cases in which cars were…
Father-daughter decapitation suspects bought saw, suitcase before Hokkaido incident
Police believe a saw was used for the decapitation and that a suitcase was used to transport the severed head.