Inequitable Reduction In Tariff on EVs

The government has eliminated excise duty and limited customs duty on import of electric vehicles (EV) between 10 per cent and 40 per cent. This will come into effect from upcoming July 1. It is in stark contrast to internal combustion engine (ICE) cars which attract excise duty upward of 60 per cent and customs of 80 per cent. Elated at the radical departure, social media lit up with congratulatory notes. But what if the policy change, instead, worsens equity and destabilises finances without contributing...

Nepal’s foreign policy has taken concrete shape, says PM

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli said on Friday that Nepal's foreign policy has taken a concrete shape in the last three years. While releasing two books titled "Foreign Policies of Nepal Orientation and Priority" and "COVID-19 Multi-Disciplinary Narratives" based on the important remarks and experiences of former Foreign Minister Pradeep Kumar Gyawali during his three-and-a-half year tenure, Prime Minister Oli said, “Just as no one can remove the new political map of Nepal, no one can harm our foreign...

Valley CDOs positive to let resuming public transport after June 28

Kalpana Ghimire, information officer at the District Administration Officer of Kathmandu, informed that discussions and consultation with the concerned agencies have started with a view to permitting operation of public transport with strict adherence to health safety measures from June 28.

1,721 new cases of COVID-19, 5,455 recoveries, 27 deaths in 24 hours

With 1,721 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed on Friday, the nation's novel coronavirus tally has reached 631,152.

Aaron Finch refocuses on T20 World Cup build-up despite tour disruptions

Australia's planning for the 2021 T20 World Cup has been significantly disrupted by tour pullouts but captain Aaron Finch is maintaining his focus - in more ways than one.

Zhang Zhizhen becomes first Chinese man to qualify for Wimbledon in Open Era

Zhang Zhizhen will be the first Chinese man in the Open Era to play in the main draw at Wimbledon next week after the world No. 178 booked his place by defeating Argentine Francisco Cerundolo 6-0 6-3 6-7(4) 7-6(6) in the qualifiers on Thursday.

Govt, CNI sign MoU to implement 'Make in Nepal-Swadeshi'

The CNI said that the government assured of strong support and partnership for implementing the campaign which has been initiated by CNI for the promotion of production, consumption and export of domestic products and services.

Ajay Devgan teams up with Dil Raju for Hindi remake of Telugu hit Naandhi

Known for their pursuit of excellence, Ajay Devgan and V. Venkata Ramana Reddy aka Dil Raju are collaborating for the first time to bring forth an electrifying story. The two stalwarts have acquired the rights of 2021 Telugu hit, Naandhi for the Hindi remake of the film.

Bullet train debuts on new railway in Tibet

With a length of 435 km and a designed speed of 160 km per hour, the new railway is a single-line electrified railway. There are currently nine stations in the cities of Lhasa, Shannan and Nyingchi that can handle passenger and freight transportation.

Italy provides medical supplies including ventilators to Nepal to fight COVID pandemic

The relief equipment donated by Italy consists of 20 ventilators, 6000 isolation gowns and 10,000 protective overalls. Honorary Consul to Italy, Pratima Pande joined by the EU Ambassador to Nepal, Nona Deprez handed over the equipment to Dr. Roshan Pokhrel, Chief Specialist from the Ministry of Health and Population (MoHP) at the Tribhuvan International Airport. In a true Team Europe spirit, the Ambassadors of Germany and France also participated in the ceremony.