Smuggling suspect knew of frigid cold before Indian family's death on Canada border, prosecutors say Smuggling suspect knew of frigid cold before Indian family's death on Canada... Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said their deaths were "mind blowing.” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said their deaths were "mind blowing.” World 18 h ago
Lawmakers in Thailand overwhelmingly approve a bill to legalize same-sex marriage Lawmakers in Thailand overwhelmingly approve a bill to legalize same-sex marriage Lawmakers in Thailand's lower house of Parliament overwhelmingly approved a marriage equality bill on Wednesday Lawmakers in Thailand's lower house of Parliament overwhelmingly approved a marriage equality bill on Wednesday World 18 h ago
783 million people face chronic hunger. Yet the world wastes 19% of its food, UN says 783 million people face chronic hunger. Yet the world wastes 19% of its food, UN says Food loss and waste generates 8 to 10 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Food loss and waste generates 8 to 10 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. World 18 h ago
Why is Japan changing its ban on exporting lethal weapons, and why is it so controversial? Why is Japan changing its ban on exporting lethal weapons, and why is it so... Japan's Cabinet OK'd a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets to other countries on Tuesday Japan's Cabinet OK'd a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets to other countries on Tuesday World 1d ago
Indian police detain dozens of protesters demanding release of top opposition leader Arvind Kejriwal Indian police detain dozens of protesters demanding release of top opposition leader... Authorities have since banned the assembly of four or more people in the area that houses almost all key government buildings. Authorities have since banned the assembly of four or more people in the area that houses almost all key government buildings. World 1d ago
Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapses after ship struck it, sending vehicles into water Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapses after ship struck it, sending... A portion of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after a large boat collided with it early Tuesday morning, and multiple vehicles fell into the water. Authorities were trying to rescue at least seven people. A portion of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after a large boat collided with it early Tuesday morning, and multiple vehicles fell into the water. Authorities were trying to rescue at least seven people. World 2d ago
How the deadliest attack on Russian soil in years unfolded over the weekend How the deadliest attack on Russian soil in years unfolded over the weekend The suspects, identified in Russian media as Tajik nationals, were charged with carrying out a terrorist act and face a life sentence. The suspects, identified in Russian media as Tajik nationals, were charged with carrying out a terrorist act and face a life sentence. World 2d ago
India celebrates Holi, the Hindu festival of color, marking the reawakening of spring India celebrates Holi, the Hindu festival of color, marking the reawakening of spring In parts of India, people also lit large bonfires the night before the festival to commemorate the triumph of good over evil. In parts of India, people also lit large bonfires the night before the festival to commemorate the triumph of good over evil. World 2d ago
Death toll from heavy rains in southeastern Brazil jumps to 23 Death toll from heavy rains in southeastern Brazil jumps to 23 Heavy rains in Brazil this weekend killed at least 23 people in the southeastern states of Rio de Janeiro and Espirito Santo. Heavy rains in Brazil this weekend killed at least 23 people in the southeastern states of Rio de Janeiro and Espirito Santo. World 25 Mar, 2024
Some of nearly 300 abducted schoolchildren in Nigeria's north are freed after weeks in captivity Some of nearly 300 abducted schoolchildren in Nigeria's north are freed after... At least 137 of nearly 300 Nigerian children abducted more than two weeks ago from their school in the northwestern state of Kaduna were released on Sunday, the West African nation’s military said. At least 137 of nearly 300 Nigerian children abducted more than two weeks ago from their school in the northwestern state of Kaduna were released on Sunday, the West African nation’s military said. World 24 Mar, 2024
Russia detains suspects in an attack that left at least 115 dead in a Moscow concert hall Russia detains suspects in an attack that left at least 115 dead in a Moscow concert... Russian authorities detained 11 people, state media reported Saturday, after gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow in a grisly attack that left at least 115 people dead. Russian authorities detained 11 people, state media reported Saturday, after gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow in a grisly attack that left at least 115 people dead. World 23 Mar, 2024
Russia attacks Ukrainian electrical power facilities, including major hydroelectric plant Russia attacks Ukrainian electrical power facilities, including major hydroelectric... Russia attacked electrical power facilities in much of Ukraine, including the country's largest hydroelectric plant, causing widespread outages and killing at least three people, officials said Friday. Russia attacked electrical power facilities in much of Ukraine, including the country's largest hydroelectric plant, causing widespread outages and killing at least three people, officials said Friday. World 22 Mar, 2024
Hungary, Slovakia remain opposed to sending any arms to Ukraine to fight Russia's invasion Hungary, Slovakia remain opposed to sending any arms to Ukraine to fight... Four Central European countries remain deeply divided over how to resolve Russia's war against Ukraine, their foreign ministers said Thursday. Four Central European countries remain deeply divided over how to resolve Russia's war against Ukraine, their foreign ministers said Thursday. World 21 Mar, 2024
New Delhi's top elected official arrested in liquor bribery case New Delhi's top elected official arrested in liquor bribery case The federal agency accused Kejriwal’s government of a sudden increase in the wholesaler dealers’ profit margin under the excise policy to 12% from 5%. The federal agency accused Kejriwal’s government of a sudden increase in the wholesaler dealers’ profit margin under the excise policy to 12% from 5%. World 21 Mar, 2024
Anticipation and anger on Texas border as strict immigration law again on hold Anticipation and anger on Texas border as strict immigration law again on hold A federal appeals court late Tuesday again prevented Texas from arresting and deporting migrants accused of entering the US illegally, hours after the the law briefly took effect. A federal appeals court late Tuesday again prevented Texas from arresting and deporting migrants accused of entering the US illegally, hours after the the law briefly took effect. World 20 Mar, 2024
Worried about threats to global democracy? Elect more women in 2024, a senior UN official says Worried about threats to global democracy? Elect more women in 2024, a senior UN... More than 50 countries — home to half the planet’s population — are holding national elections in 2024, including India, Mexico and the United States, along with the European Union. More than 50 countries — home to half the planet’s population — are holding national elections in 2024, including India, Mexico and the United States, along with the European Union. World 20 Mar, 2024
UN chief decries violence in west Myanmar as two dozen villagers are reported killed in airstrikes UN chief decries violence in west Myanmar as two dozen villagers are reported killed... UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern over “the deteriorating situation and escalation of conflict in Myanmar,” according to a spokesperson. UN Secretary-General António Guterres expressed deep concern over “the deteriorating situation and escalation of conflict in Myanmar,” according to a spokesperson. World 19 Mar, 2024
How Russia's grab of Crimea 10 years ago led to war with Ukraine and rising tensions with the West How Russia's grab of Crimea 10 years ago led to war with Ukraine and rising... Russian defense analysts are divided over Moscow’s ability to pursue such ambitious goals. Russian defense analysts are divided over Moscow’s ability to pursue such ambitious goals. World 19 Mar, 2024
With the election behind him, Putin says Russian forces aim to set up a buffer zone inside Ukraine With the election behind him, Putin says Russian forces aim to set up a buffer zone... A possible conflict between Russia and NATO would put the world “a step away” from World War III, Putin said. A possible conflict between Russia and NATO would put the world “a step away” from World War III, Putin said. World 18 Mar, 2024
India's multi-phase election will stretch over 44 days. Here's why it takes so long India's multi-phase election will stretch over 44 days. Here's why it takes... The mammoth exercise is the biggest anywhere in the world and will take 44 days before results are announced on June 4. The mammoth exercise is the biggest anywhere in the world and will take 44 days before results are announced on June 4. World 18 Mar, 2024
Business NEPSE up 4 points as Manufacturing sector surges; Daily turnover rises to Rs. 2.6B The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) witnessed a modest uptick on Thursday, notching a single-digit gain of 4.78 points or 0.23%, settling at 2,035.64 points as the trading day drew to a close.
Nepal Two ministers allocated portfolio in Sudurpaschim Province Chief Minister of Sudurpaschim Province, Kamal Bahadur Shah, has assigned the responsibility to two ministers participating in the provincial government from the Nagarik Unmukti Party.
Sports T-20 Cricket Series: match between Nepal 'A' and Ireland 'A' cancelled The cricket match between Nepal 'A' and Ireland 'A' has been canceled due to rain today.
Kathmandu U.S. embassy hosts networking event for women The U.S. Embassy today organised a celebratory networking event for prominent Nepali women in Kathmandu.
Nepal New signboard at Everest Base Camp sparks strong reactions The new signboard erected at the Everest Base Camp (EBC) by the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality about a week ago has sparked a range of strong reactions.
Nepal Adverse weather affects air travel; Flights affected at TIA Air flights in the country have been generally affected due to the adverse weather.
Kathmandu Tourism Minister, Korean Envoy launch trekking route map as KOTTAN marks 7th AGM Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Hit Bahadur Tamang said that the government was always ready to work together with the Korean tour and trekking operators for tourism promotion as Korea is a major market for Nepal.
Nepal SEE commences peacefully throughout country This year's Secondary Education Examination (SEE) conducted by National Examinations Board has commenced peacefully at 2,064 examination centres across the country from today. It will conclude on April 9.
Nepal Japan assists in improving learning environment in Gorkha The Japan government handed over the new classroom building of Shree Rameshwary Secondary School in Gorkha district, on Thursday.