Ignored infernos: The Kathmandu Post
In Nepal, human activities like discarding unextinguished cigarette butts, burning dry vegetation to clear land for farming, and intentional fires set by grazers and poachers are…
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Nepal’s consumer court begins work amid rising instances of negligence, fraud
The first case was lodged by Basanta Gautam against Om Hospital for alleged negligence, which killed his father.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar denies Indian hand in Nepal royalist movement
This is the first time a senior Indian official has clearly distanced New Delhi from the recent surge of pro-monarchy activities in Nepal.
Nepal’s free helicopter rescues saving rural women from childbirth complications
Over 808 women from 44 districts have been airlifted since 2019, under the President’s Women Uplift Programme.
Nepal urges Ukraine to release seven captive Nepali nationals
The captives reportedly were recruited into the Russian army, due to temptation and false promises, and were later captured by Ukrainian forces.
Over 4,000 Kathmandu metropolis staffers deprived of salaries for months
Those deprived of salaries include over 1,700 teachers hired to teach the ‘Nepal Bhasa’ subject in schools under the metropolis jurisdiction, metropolis police, cleaning…
Nepal’s two-tier airfares: Are they fair?
The provision has helped keep domestic flight operators afloat. The system’s removal could lead to a loss of $75 million a year in foreign exchange.
Lowland crops grow in Nepal’s highlands as temperatures rise
Experts warn of risks to soil and native crops, but farmers celebrate bountiful harvests.
Nepal seeks Egypt’s support for release of Hamas’ Nepali hostage
Prime Minister Oli urges Egyptian President Al-Sisi to prioritise efforts in hostage negotiations.
Nepal’s Holi celebrations in pictures
Revelers embrace colours and festivity as Phagu Purnima is celebrated enthusiastically in the hills, including Kathmandu Valley.