Govt halts import of animal products from China

The government has temporarily halted import of animals and animal products from China amid growing fears that coronavirus could enter the country through such imports.

Lalita Niwas land grab scam: main opposition party obstructs House

The main opposition party has obstructed today's meeting of the House of Representatives, saying the Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) showed discriminatory behavior in Lalita Niwas Land Grab scandal.

NA members thank government on its commitment to curb corruption

Lawmakers at the National Assembly, the Upper House of Federal Parliament, have thanked the government stating that the Prime Minister's commitment not to indulge in corruption and not to tolerate corruption was translated into action after latest move of the CIAA.    

Prepare immediately for treatment, quarantine of Nepalis to be brought from Wuhan: PM tells ministers

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has instructed ministers and officials to immediately prepare for treatment and quarantine period of the stduents and Nepali nationals to be brought back from China.

NCP Chair Prachanda and British Ambassador meet 

At a meeting held at Chairperson Dahal's residence Khumaltar this morning, matters related to centuries old bilateral relations between Nepal and Britain, Nepal's political situation, economic development and peace process were discussed.   

Govt to spend Rs. 335.6b in aviation infrastructure

The government is spending Rs. 335.6 billion to create aviation infrastructure in the next five years. Of the total budget, Rs. 39.6 billion will be used to acquire land needed for the infrastructure projects and Rs. 296 billion will be used for the development of the projects like airports, logistics and buildings.

Yeti: Abominable for Nepalis, adorable for tourists

Yeti, also known as the abominable snowman, is a mythical creature supposed to prowl the Himalayan heights. But last month, it appeared at landmarks all across Kathmandu Valley – or at least, its sculptures did.

Bajura women happy as menstrual sheds go down

After an aggressive government drive to demolish the menstrual sheds, women and girls have started staying inside their homes during periods in Bajura.

Economic prosperity possible thru mountaineering tourism: Chair Dahal

At a programme organised on the occasion of conclusion of the World Peace Worship organised by Nepal Mountaineering Association at the premises of the International Mountaineering Museum and 17th anniversary of the NMA, Chair Dahal argued that there was immense potentiality of economic prosperity and development in the country by utilizing mountaineering tourism.    

Baluwatar land scam: CIAA to file petition in special court

Commission for Investigation and Abuse of Authority (CIAA) is filing a petition demanding action against those involved in transferring the land of Lalita Niwas, Baluwatar into private ownership

NA passes Industrial Enterprise Development Institute Bill

A meeting of the National Assembly today endorsed the 'Industrial Enterprise Development Institute Act (first amendment) Bill-2076 BS'    

14 Nepalis stranded at Changa Bazar, Tibet, rescued

At least 14 Nepali nationals who had been stranded at Changa Bazar of Tibet, China, due to closure of the Nepal-China border point at Kimathanka in Shankhuwashabha district were rescued today.

Minister Bhatta inspects iron ore reserve  

Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supply Lekhraj Bhatta-led team on Tuesday made onsite inspection of Dhauwadi iron ore reserve at Hupsekot-5 in Nawalparasi.     On the occasion, Minster Bhatta expressed his confidence that the iron mine would substantially contribute to the economic development of the country.    

Social media users dominate complaints at Hello Sarkar desk

The government had launched Hello Sarkar, a complaint-hearing mechanism with an aim to improve service delivery to the general public, eight years ago. However, the complaints registered at Hello Sarkar desk indicate that common people are either unaware of the mechanism or desist from taking the trouble to lodge them.

Nepal Army lowers price of explosives

Nepal Army Headquarters has reduced the price of explosives (IED) after private sector businesses and various hydro project officials have commented on high rate of the explosives.

Health of Nepali nationals well protected in China: ambassador Hou

she also said that concerned authorities of both the countries were doing their best to resolve difficulties of Nepali students in Wuhan, the epicenter of the novel coronavirus, in Hubei province of China.

Only NCP can ensure justice and prosperity: PM Oli

Addressing the unity declaration and central committee oath taking programme of the NCP-affiliated All Nepal Women's Association here today, he said it was NCP that fought to ensure 33 per cent representation of women in every organ of the State.

Government preparing for high alertness against Coronavirus: Minister Dhakal

Minister for Health and Population Bhanubhakta Dhakal has said the coronavirus has not been yet seen in the country and the government is working for high alertness to prevent the possible risk of infection.    

Four bills tabled in HoR

Finance Minister Dr Yuba Raj Khatiwada tabled the 'Public Debt Management Bill-2076', the 'Bill related to Banking and Financial Institutions (First Amendment)-2076', the 'Bill related to Nepal Rastra Bank (Third Amendment)-2076' and the 'Bill related to Securities (First Amendment)-2076'.  

Nepal's constitution progressive and inclusive: Japan

Japan's Ambassador for Nepal Masamichi Saigo today called on Speaker of the House of Representatives Agni Prasad Sapkota and congratulated latter for his election on the post, wishing for a success of his tenure.