POLITICS
NC General Secy Thapa insists on 33 percent women participation in government
NC General Secy Thapa insists on 33 percent women participat...
BHAKTAPUR, Sept 14: Nepali Congress (NC) General Secretary Gagan Kumar Thapa has expressed his concern over the underrepresentation of women in the government.
Sep 14, 2023
ECONOMY
Salt Trading needs to contribute to agro-industries: Minister Rijal
Salt Trading needs to contribute to agro-industries: Ministe...
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KATHMANDU, Sept 14: The Salt Trading Corporation Company that was established for ensuring smooth supply of iodized common salt in the country has completed 60 years of its operation.
Sep 14, 2023
SOCIETY
Death of inmates in Sankhuwasabha: 15 remanded into custody for further investigation
Death of inmates in Sankhuwasabha: 15 remanded into custody...
KIMATHANKA (SANKHUWASABHA), Sept 14: Fifteen people including seven police personnel accused of being responsible for the deaths of two inmates in the District Prison, Sankhuwasabha, have been remanded into custody for further investigation into the case.
Sep 14, 2023
SOCIETY
Kushe Aunshi being observed today
Kushe Aunshi being observed today
KATHMANDU, Sept 14: Hindus across the country are collecting Kush, a holy grass used while performing various holy rituals such as Shraddha (holy rituals remembering the departed ancestors) and religious rituals, across the country today.
Sep 14, 2023
POLITICS
NHRC officials call on President Paudel
NHRC officials call on President Paudel
KATHMANDU, Sept 13: National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Chairperson Tapa Bahadur Magar with officials called on President Ram Chandra Poudel.
Sep 14, 2023
WORLD
COP28 participants urged to challenge UAE on human rights
COP28 participants urged to challenge UAE on human rights
LONDON, Sept 14: More than 200 rights groups Wednesday urged participants at this year's COP28 climate talks in Dubai to challenge the United Arab Emirates over its human rights record.
Sep 14, 2023
SOCIETY
Nepali women affected disproportionately by impacts of climate change: Dr Rana
Nepali women affected disproportionately by impacts of clima...
KATHMANDU, Sept 14: Nepali Congress (NC) Central Working Committee member Dr Arzu Rana Deuba has said Nepali women have been mostly affected by the impacts of climate change. She argued that the access of Nepali women to the latest technology should be increased to overcome such a situation.
Sep 14, 2023
OPINION
Teej Festival: Exploring Essence of Inclusivity
Teej Festival: Exploring Essence of Inclusivity
Festivals are synonymous with rejuvenation, closeness, and togetherness. However, the true essence of these celebrations can often be compromised, rendering them less enjoyable for certain groups, particularly those with disabilities.
Sep 14, 2023
POLITICS
Australian envoy Volk calls on NPC Vice Chair Dr Shrestha
Australian envoy Volk calls on NPC Vice Chair Dr Shrestha
KATHMANDU, Sept 14: A courtesy meeting was held between the Vice-Chairperson of the National Planning Commission (NPC), Dr Min Bahadur Shrestha, and Australian Ambassador to Nepal, Felicity Volk, on Wednesday.
Sep 14, 2023
SOCIETY
Haldibari ensures free supplies of drinking water to locals
Haldibari ensures free supplies of drinking water to locals
BANIYANI (JHAPA), Sept 14: The Haldibari rural municipality in Jhapa has launched the free distribution of drinking water to the locals, aiming to improve people's access to clean drinking water.
Sep 14, 2023