Japan's first private-sector rocket launch attempt ends with explosion shortly after takeoff Japan's first private-sector rocket launch attempt ends with explosion shortly after... A rocket that was supposed to become Japan’s first from the private sector to put a satellite into orbit exploded shortly after takeoff Wednesday, livestreamed video showed. A rocket that was supposed to become Japan’s first from the private sector to put a satellite into orbit exploded shortly after takeoff Wednesday, livestreamed video showed. Science and Tech 13 Mar, 2024
Draft bill on IT and cyber security seeks transparent, accountable use of AI Draft bill on IT and cyber security seeks transparent, accountable use of AI A draft bill designed to manage IT and cyber security has underlined the use of innovative technology. A draft bill designed to manage IT and cyber security has underlined the use of innovative technology. Science and Tech 12 Mar, 2024
4 new astronauts head to the International Space Station for a 6-month stay 4 new astronauts head to the International Space Station for a 6-month stay Four astronauts headed to the International Space Station on Sunday where they will oversee the arrivals of two new rocketships during their half-year stint. Four astronauts headed to the International Space Station on Sunday where they will oversee the arrivals of two new rocketships during their half-year stint. Science and Tech 04 Mar, 2024
One Tech Tip: Don't use rice for your device. Here's how to dry out your smartphone One Tech Tip: Don't use rice for your device. Here's how to dry out your smartphone You were walking next to a swimming pool when you slipped and dropped your phone into the water. Or it slipped out of your hand when you were next to a filled bathtub or toilet. You were walking next to a swimming pool when you slipped and dropped your phone into the water. Or it slipped out of your hand when you were next to a filled bathtub or toilet. Science and Tech 29 Feb, 2024
Astronomers find what may be the universe's brightest object with a black hole devouring a sun a day Astronomers find what may be the universe's brightest object with a black hole... While the quasar resembles a mere dot in images, scientists envision a ferocious place. While the quasar resembles a mere dot in images, scientists envision a ferocious place. Science and Tech 19 Feb, 2024
OpenAI reveals Sora, a tool to make instant videos from written prompts OpenAI reveals Sora, a tool to make instant videos from written prompts The maker of ChatGPT on Thursday unveiled its next leap into generative artificial intelligence with a tool that instantly makes short videos in response to written commands. The maker of ChatGPT on Thursday unveiled its next leap into generative artificial intelligence with a tool that instantly makes short videos in response to written commands. Science and Tech 16 Feb, 2024
US company's lunar lander rockets toward the moon for a touchdown attempt next week US company's lunar lander rockets toward the moon for a touchdown attempt next week Another private US company took a shot at the moon Thursday, launching a month after a rival’s lunar lander missed its mark and came crashing back. Another private US company took a shot at the moon Thursday, launching a month after a rival’s lunar lander missed its mark and came crashing back. Science and Tech 15 Feb, 2024
Fusemachines announces AI Fellowship 2024 in Nepal Fusemachines announces AI Fellowship 2024 in Nepal Fusemachines Inc., a leading provider of enterprise AI products and solutions has announced the opening of registration for the Fusemachines AI Fellowship 2024 - Nepal cohort. Fusemachines Inc., a leading provider of enterprise AI products and solutions has announced the opening of registration for the Fusemachines AI Fellowship 2024 - Nepal cohort. Science and Tech 13 Feb, 2024
Rise and shine: Japanese moon probe back to work after sun reaches its solar panels Rise and shine: Japanese moon probe back to work after sun reaches its solar panels A Japanese moon explorer is up and running Monday after several tense days without the sunlight it needs to generate power. A Japanese moon explorer is up and running Monday after several tense days without the sunlight it needs to generate power. Science and Tech 30 Jan, 2024
Private US lander destroyed during reentry after failed mission to moon, company says Private US lander destroyed during reentry after failed mission to moon, company says A US company’s failed moonshot ended with a fiery plunge over the South Pacific, officials confirmed Friday. A US company’s failed moonshot ended with a fiery plunge over the South Pacific, officials confirmed Friday. Science and Tech 21 Jan, 2024
Japan becomes the fifth country to land a spacecraft on the moon Japan becomes the fifth country to land a spacecraft on the moon Japan became the fifth country in history to reach the moon when one of its spacecrafts without astronauts successfully made a soft landing on the lunar surface early Saturday. Japan became the fifth country in history to reach the moon when one of its spacecrafts without astronauts successfully made a soft landing on the lunar surface early Saturday. Science and Tech 21 Jan, 2024
Ancient human DNA hints at why multiple sclerosis affects so many northern Europeans today Ancient human DNA hints at why multiple sclerosis affects so many northern Europeans... Ancient DNA helps explain why northern Europeans have a higher risk of multiple sclerosis than other ancestries: Ancient DNA helps explain why northern Europeans have a higher risk of multiple sclerosis than other ancestries: Science and Tech 11 Jan, 2024
China says it will launch its next lunar explorer in the first half of this year China says it will launch its next lunar explorer in the first half of this year Another US moon lander from a Houston company is due to launch next month. Another US moon lander from a Houston company is due to launch next month. Science and Tech 10 Jan, 2024
First US lunar lander in more than 50 years launched but develops problem on way to moon First US lunar lander in more than 50 years launched but develops problem on way to... The first US lunar lander in more than 50 years rocketed to space Monday, launching a race for private companies to deliver experiments and other items to the moon. The first US lunar lander in more than 50 years rocketed to space Monday, launching a race for private companies to deliver experiments and other items to the moon. Science and Tech 08 Jan, 2024
Two companies will attempt the first US moon landings since the Apollo missions a half-century ago Two companies will attempt the first US moon landings since the Apollo missions a... China and India scored moon landings, while Russia, Japan and Israel ended up in the lunar trash heap. China and India scored moon landings, while Russia, Japan and Israel ended up in the lunar trash heap. Science and Tech 07 Jan, 2024
Google to pay $700M in antitrust settlement reached with states before recent Play Store trial loss Google to pay $700M in antitrust settlement reached with states before recent Play... Google has agreed to pay $700 million and make several other concessions to settle allegations that it had been stifling competition against its Android app store — the same issue that went to trial in a another case that could result in even bigger changes. Google has agreed to pay $700 million and make several other concessions to settle allegations that it had been stifling competition against its Android app store — the same issue that went to trial in a another case that could result in even bigger changes. Science and Tech 19 Dec, 2023
Geminid Meteor Shower to illuminate Nepali skies tonight Geminid Meteor Shower to illuminate Nepali skies tonight The Geminid Meteor Shower, which is expected to be the most spectacular of the year, will be visible tonight above Nepal and anywhere else in the world. The Geminid Meteor Shower, which is expected to be the most spectacular of the year, will be visible tonight above Nepal and anywhere else in the world. Science and Tech 14 Dec, 2023
OpenAI says ousted CEO Sam Altman to return to company behind ChatGPT OpenAI says ousted CEO Sam Altman to return to company behind ChatGPT The ousted leader of ChatGPT-maker OpenAI is returning to the company that fired him late last week, the latest in a saga that has shocked the artificial intelligence industry. The ousted leader of ChatGPT-maker OpenAI is returning to the company that fired him late last week, the latest in a saga that has shocked the artificial intelligence industry. Science and Tech 22 Nov, 2023
Microsoft hires OpenAI founders to lead AI research team after ChatGPT maker's shakeup Microsoft hires OpenAI founders to lead AI research team after ChatGPT maker's... Microsoft announced Monday that it has hired Sam Altman and another co-founder of ChatGPT maker OpenAI after they unexpectedly departed the company days earlier in a corporate shakeup that shocked the artificial intelligence world. Microsoft announced Monday that it has hired Sam Altman and another co-founder of ChatGPT maker OpenAI after they unexpectedly departed the company days earlier in a corporate shakeup that shocked the artificial intelligence world. Science and Tech 20 Nov, 2023
ChatGPT-maker OpenAI fires CEO Sam Altman, the face of the AI boom, for lack of candor with company ChatGPT-maker OpenAI fires CEO Sam Altman, the face of the AI boom, for lack of... ChatGPT-maker Open AI said Friday it has pushed out its co-founder and CEO Sam Altman after a review found he was “not consistently candid in his communications” with the board of directors. ChatGPT-maker Open AI said Friday it has pushed out its co-founder and CEO Sam Altman after a review found he was “not consistently candid in his communications” with the board of directors. Science and Tech 18 Nov, 2023
Nepal 350 cases of violations of child rights reported during, after HoR elections-2026: study shows A total of 350 cases of violations of child rights were reported during and after the House of Representatives (HoR) Elections 2026, according to a study report.
Environment UN report flags gender inequality in global water access A new United Nations report has warned that gender inequality continues to exacerbate the global water crisis, disproportionately affecting women and girls.
Business Proton e.MAS launches three-day exchange scheme in Kathmandu Proton e.MAS has announced a three-day ‘Sales and Exchange for Excellence’ scheme in Kathmandu, offering customers an opportunity to trade in old vehicles at higher-than-market valuations.
Business Ramesh Corp marks 6th Founder's Day with employee carnival Ramesh Corp celebrated its sixth Founder’s Day with a carnival-style event at Godawari Village Resort, bringing together employees in a day-long programme focused on unity and shared purpose.
Environment Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country.
Nepal BP Highway obstructed; vehicles put on hold The BP Highway has been obstructed since this morning following the rise in water level in the Kavrepalanchowk Roshi region due to incessant rain.
Kathmandu Eid al-Fitr enriches sense of mutual harmony and unity: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki wished that may the festival of Eid al-Fitr contribute to the country's prosperity and stability by enriching mutual respect, harmony and collaboration.
Nepal Traffic halted on Narayangadh–Butwal section due to slippery road Vehicular movement along the Narayangadh–Butwal road section has been disrupted after rainfall turned parts of the highway muddy and slippery.
Nepal Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated nationwide with joy, festivity The Muslim community across Nepal is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, greetings and festive gatherings, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
