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Newly-appointed Chief Information Commissioner Dr Suresh Prasad Acharya. Photo: RSS

Chief Information Commissioner Acharya takes oath before PM

Newly-appointed Chief Information Commissioner Dr Suresh Prasad Acharya has taken the oath of office and secrecy before Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.

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NFPJ organizes photo exhibition in China

The National Forum of Photo Journalist (NFPJ) Nepal has organized a photo exhibition in Binzhou, China from today.

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NEPSE gains 45 points as banking sector leads with 3.43%

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) recorded a notable gain of 45.88 points, representing a rise of 1.71%, closing at 2,715.71 points by the end of trading on Wednesday.

FILE - South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, right, looks on as South Korea's Defense Minister Kim Yong Hyun speaks during a news conference in Ottawa, Ontario, on Nov. 1, 2024. Photo: Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press via AP, File

Ex-defense chief in South Korea tried to kill himself after being arrested over martial law case

South Korea’s previous defense minister was stopped from attempting suicide while in detention over last week's martial law case, officials said, as police were trying to search President Yoon Suk Yeol’s office Wednesday in their intensifying investigation.

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NPL: Sudurpaschim Royals defeats Janakpur Bolts

Sudurpaschim Royals has trounced Janakpur Bolts in the first match played today under the Nepal Premier League T20 Cricket Tournament. This is Janakpur's first defeat of the tournament.

Earthquake jolts Bajhang

Gold price surges by Rs 4,100 per tola in two days

Chilly weather grips Kathmandu Valley as mercury dips nationwide

Torturing Rabi will cost NC and UML dearly: MC chair Dahal

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The Dead Sea and Everest-Dead Sea stones

As someone who does not know how to swim, the Dead Sea was fun! When I visited the place in October 2024, the only word I could think of was ‘breathtaking’.

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Prime Minister's visit to China: Yet another trip of missed opportunities

Prime Minister Oli has returned after paying a visit to China upon the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

File--Former PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal. Photo: RSS

Party committed to meeting public aspirations for development, says Dahal

Speaking to media today, he emphasized that the Maoist Centre's priority is not government changes but delivering on developmental goals.

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Zonta Club Kathmandu concludes 16 Days of Activism UNITE campaign

The Zonta Club of Kathmandu, in partnership with Ncell Foundation and Saathi, hosted the grand closing ceremony of this year’s 16 Days of Activism UNITE campaign against gender-based violence, focusing on youth engagement.

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'Pashupatinath Temple is cornerstone of Nepal and India's cultural, spiritual relationships'

Nestled along the sacred banks of the Bagmati River, the Pashupatinath Temple is not just an architectural marvel but also a spiritual epicentre for Hindus across the globe.

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COAS Sigdel off to India

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Ashokraj Sigdel departed for India on Tuesday at the formal invitation of his Indian counterpart, General Upendra Dwivedi.

File--Minister for water supply Pradeep Yadav. Photo: RSS

Govt pledges to ensure clean and safe drinking water for all: Minister Yadav

Minister for Water Supply, Pradeep Yadav, has urged relevant authorities to prioritize and responsibly address the nation’s drinking water sector.

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Government is active in protecting human rights: DPM Paudel

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Bishnu Prasad Paudel, has asserted that the government is sincerely active in protecting human rights.

Nepal

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Legislators condemn abuse of Lamichhane's human rights in custody

Pushpa Kamal Dahal, the chairperson of the third largest party CPN-MC and former prime minister, has condemned former home minister and deputy prime minister Rabi Lamichhane's human rights violations, as have other leaders.

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SAFE-Girls Initiative launched to empower adolescent girls in Nepal

The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), in partnership with provincial ministers, have launched the SAFE-Girls project in Nepal on Tuesday.

File--Former PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal. Photo: RSS

Party committed to meeting public aspirations for development, says Dahal

Speaking to media today, he emphasized that the Maoist Centre's priority is not government changes but delivering on developmental goals.

Tribhuvan International Airport. Photo: Sandeep Sen/THT

Adverse weather affects flights today

Flight schedules across the country, particularly to destinations in the Tarai, were affected today due to adverse weather conditions.

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Increasing cold affects life in Tarai-Madhes

Cold wind coupled with dense fog cover has increased cold in the Madhes region, including in Mahottari.

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World

File--Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addresses a joint meeting of Congress on Capitol Hill in Washington. Photo: AP

Zelenskyy open to Western troops providing security for end to war in Ukraine

The deployment would be a step toward Ukraine joining NATO, Zelenskyy said in a post on his Telegram channel.

People shout slogans condemning reported attacks on Hindu and other minorities in Bangladesh during a protest near the Bangladesh diplomatic mission in New Delhi, India. Photo: AP

Hundreds protest in New Delhi against reported attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

Most Bangladeshi Hindus are thought to support Hasina’s secular Awami League party.

Supporters of Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and her Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) shout slogans during an anti-India protest outside the Indian High Commission in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Photo: AP

Bangladesh and India hold talks aimed at defusing escalating tensions

Most Bangladeshi Hindus are thought to be supporters of Hasina’s secular Awami League party.

Opposition fighters celebrate the take over of the city by the insurgents in Damascus, Syria. Photo: AP

How it happened: Two seismic weeks that toppled Syria's government

Opposition forces swept across the country and entered Damascus with little or no resistance as the Syrian army melted away.

Members of the Korean Confederation of Trade Unions shout slogans as they hold signs carrying the names of the ruling party's lawmakers who didn't vote at the impeachment motion last week, during a rally in front of the ruling People Power Party's head office in Seoul, South Korea, Monday, Dec. 9, 2024. Photo: AP

South Korea's Justice Ministry imposes a travel ban on President Yoon over martial law

South Korea’s Justice Ministry on Monday imposed an overseas travel ban on President Yoon Suk Yeol as authorities investigate allegations of rebellion and other charges in connection with his short-lived declaration of martial law last week.

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Prime Minister's visit to China: Yet another trip of missed opportunities

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Prime Minister Oli has returned after paying a visit to China upon the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

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Beyond debt and grants: Key to Nepal's growth lies in efficient utilisation

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Nepal, a lower middle-income country, relies on foreign aid to meet its resource gap. Foreign aid, in the form of loans and grants, catalyses development.

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Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities: A Path towards Inclusive and Sustainable Education

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In the case of inclusive education, there are widely differing attitudes, views, and levels of understanding.

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Gold prices soars by Rs 2,100 per tola, silver up by Rs 60

The gold price in the domestic market experienced a sharp rise on Tuesday, surging by Rs 2,100 per tola compared to the previous day.

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NEPSE drops 12 points, daily turnover declines to Rs 5 billion

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index fell by 12.84 points (0.47%) on Monday, closing at 2,676.15.

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Gold price rebounds by Rs 400, silver remains steady

The price of gold in the domestic market rebounded by Rs 400 per tola on Monday, recovering from Sunday’s decline.

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NEPSE declines by 45 points, life insurance sector takes biggest hit

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) recorded a significant drop of 45.93 points, or 1.67%, on Sunday, closing at 2,689 points by the end of trading.

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Gold and silver prices drop in domestic market

The price of gold has declined by Rs 400 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday.

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In Picture: Snow-Covered Village in Badikedar

Tears from a buffalo are seen before the ritual slaughter of thousands of animals at the Gadhimai Festival in Bariyarpur, Nepal, on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Photo: Skanda Gautam/THT

Tears from a buffalo are seen before the ritual slaughter of thousands of animals at the Gadhimai Festival in Bariyarpur, Nepal, on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Photo: Skanda Gautam/THT

Gadhimai Festival: Mass animal sacrifice every five years in Bara

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In Pictures: From the Chandragiri Hills

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Hindu women hold incense sticks while offering prayers to the setting sun on the banks of the Bagmati river during the Chhath festival in Kathmandu, Nepal on Thursday, November 7, 2024. On Chhath, an ancient festival observed by Hindus, devotees gather by the holy river to offer prayers by fasting, bathing, and standing in the water for continuous periods to offer prayers to the Sun God, thanking and paying respects to seek blessings for sustaining life on earth.

Hindu women hold incense sticks while offering prayers to the setting sun on the banks of the Bagmati river during the Chhath festival in Kathmandu, Nepal on Thursday, November 7, 2024. On Chhath, an ancient festival observed by Hindus, devotees gather by the holy river to offer prayers by fasting, bathing, and standing in the water for continuous periods to offer prayers to the Sun God, thanking and paying respects to seek blessings for sustaining life on earth.

Chhath Festival: Prayer to the setting Sun

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NPL: Karnali Yaks register emphatic 7-wicket win over Pokhara Avengers

Opting to bat first after winning the toss, Pokhara Avengers struggled, managing a modest total of 103 runs before being bowled out in 16.3 overs.

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Real Madrid, PSG and Man City under pressure to ignite Champions League campaigns

The PSG vs. Man City match in the seventh round is shaping up to be hugely significant, especially if things don’t go their way this week.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino' speaks during the draw for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup soccer tournament. Photo: AP

World Cup hosting decisions set to kick off a decade of scrutiny on Saudi Arabia and FIFA

The inevitable result has been clear since last year: Saudi Arabia will be confirmed by FIFA as the 2034 World Cup host on Wednesday.

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NPL: Lumbini Lions defeats Chitwan Rhinos

Lumbini Lions has defeated Chitwan Rhinos by 33 runs in today's first match of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) held at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground at Kirtipur.

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CAN announces squad for Women's U19 Asia Cup 2024

In a statement, CAN confirmed that Pooja Mahato will captain the team in the tournament organized under the aegis of the Asian Cricket Council.

Chelsea's Marc Cucurella challenges for the ball with Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski during the English Premier League soccer match between Tottenham Chelsea, at the Hotspur stadium in London. Photo: AP

Chelsea rallies for a wild win at Tottenham but Arsenal stumbles in Premier League title race

Arsenal trimmed the gap to Liverpool to six points but this will go down as a wasted opportunity.

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FILE - Taylor Swift performs at the Monumental stadium during her Eras Tour concert in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Photo: AP

The end of an Eras tour approaches, marking a bittersweet moment for Taylor Swift fans

Swift kicked off the Eras tour in Glendale, Arizona, the first of many sold-out stadiums as the tour progressed first in the U.S. and later into South America, Asia, the United Kingdom and Canada.

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inDrive's Alternativa Film Awards & Festival 2024 concludes; Celebrates social impact in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

KATHMANDU, DECEMBER 5The Alternativa Film Awards & festival, by inDrive-a global mobility and urban service platform-concluded successfully on November 29, in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. This marked the...

FILE - Taylor Swift performs at Wembley Stadium as part of her Eras Tour, June 21, 2024, in London. Photo: AP

Taylor Swift 'Eras' tie-in book is a smash, selling more than 800,000 copies in first weekend

NEW YORK, DECEMBER 5Just one retail chain was enough for Taylor Swift to have the top-selling book last week and the biggest publishing launch of 2024.According to Circana, Swift's "Eras Tour...

FILE - In this July 10, 2019 file photograph, singer Taylor Swift performs at Amazon Music's Prime Day concert at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York. Photo: AP

Spotify Wrapped 2024 is here, and Taylor Swift is once again the platform's most-streamed artist

NEW YORK, DECEMBER 4'Tis the season to unpack Spotify Wrapped. And it should come as no surprise that for a second year in a row, Taylor Swift has been named its most-played artist.On Wednesday,...

FILE - Members of My Chemical Romance pose for photographers as they arrive on the white carpet of the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 28, 2005 at the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Fla. Photo: AP

Former My Chemical Romance drummer Bob Bryar dies at age 44

NEW YORK, DECEMBER 3Bob Bryar, a former drummer with My Chemical Romance who played on the band's career-defining rock opera, "The Black Parade," has died, according to the band. He was 44."The...

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Orry on the move

Orhan Awatramani aka Orry was recently in the country with other celebrity influencers along with the Harper's Bazaar team. The Indian internet personality and fashion stylist, known for being...

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Carol Kruhen lifts up her pressed palms next to a statue of the Buddha after meditating at the New Jersey Buddhist Vihara and Meditation Center in Franklin Township, N.J. Photo: AP

Giant statue of the Buddha in New Jersey becomes interfaith hub and spiritual home for many

Just off a state highway in New Jersey, one of the largest statues of the Buddha in the United States appears unexpectedly in the middle of a backyard.

FILE - German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Russian President Vladimir Putin, look on as Putin's dog Cony walks past, during the meeting in Putin's residence in the Russian Black Sea resort of Sochi. Photo: AP

Germany's Merkel recalls Putin's 'power games' and contrasting US presidents in her memoirs

Merkel served alongside four US presidents, four French presidents and five British prime ministers.

U.S.-born Buddhist lama, Jalue Dorje, right, and a member of the Minnesota Tibetan community bow and touch foreheads in a traditional Tibetan greeting at his 18th birthday and enthronement ceremony in Isanti, Minn. Photo: AP

Teenage Buddhist lama celebrates last birthday in the U.S. before joining monastery in the Himalayas

One of his buddies gave him shaker bottles for hydrating during training at the gym; another, a gift card to eat at Chipotle Mexican Grill.

File - A woman looks at artist Maurizio Cattelan's piece of art "Comedian" during an auction preview at Sotheby's in New York, Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. Photo: AP

How a viral, duct-taped banana came to be worth $1 million

Walk into any supermarket and you can generally buy a banana for less than $1. But a banana duct-taped to a wall? That might sell for more than $1 million at an upcoming auction at Sotheby’s in New York.

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Bastakoti's Poetry Collection 'Paniko Rang' Released in Kathmandu

Poet Rishi Bastakoti unveiled his poetry collection 'Paniko Rang' at a ceremony held in Kathmandu. The event celebrated the amalgamation of artistic poems and contemporary issues, drawing notable figures from the literary and academic circles.

Science and Tech

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This image taken from video provided by the European Space Agency shows the launching of a rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, India on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024. A pair of European satellites rocketed into orbit Thursday on the first mission to create artificial solar eclipses through fancy formation flying in space.

European satellites launched to create artificial solar eclipses in a tech demo

The first eclipse results should be available in March, following checkout of both craft.

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Open-source software that allows the visualization of the status of the distribution network developed

Opportunities and technical challenges are rising with the newer integration of distributed renewable resources like Solar PV in the distribution system.

Attendees listen during a panel discussion with Ambassador Philip Thigo, Special Envoy on Technology for the Office of the President of Kenya, from top left, Hong Yuen Poon, Deputy Secretary of Singapore's Ministry of Digital Development and Information, Lucilla Sioli, Director of the Artificial Intelligence Office for the European Commission, and Dr. Seth Center, Acting Special Envoy Office of the Special Envoy for Critical and Emerging Technology, at the convening of the International Network of AI Safety Institutes at the Golden Gate Club at the Presidio in San Francisco. Photo: AP

US ahead in AI innovation, easily surpassing China in Stanford's new ranking

The U.S. leads the world in developing artificial intelligence technology, surpassing China in research and other important measures of AI innovation,

US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale as part of monopoly punishment

U.S. regulators want a federal judge to break up Google to prevent the company from continuing to squash competition through its dominant search engine after a court found it had maintained an abusive monopoly over the past decade.

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Your Resume Rejected by AI?

Imagine getting your resume and job application rejected before it met the eye of a human.

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Kathmandu

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Whole nation should be one on good governance and ending corruption: DPM Singh

Deputy Prime Minister and Urban Development Minister, Prakash Man Singh, has asserted that the entire nation should be united to put an end to corruption that undermined the democratic institutions and the State system as well.

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Nepal's electricity exports to India reach Rs 12.72 billion in Q1

In the first quarter of the current fiscal year, Nepal supplied electricity worth Rs 12.72 billion to India.

Lifestyle

Nepali participants at the Murthal Mahotsav at Osho Dhara Nanak Ashram, India

Oshodhara Murthal Mahotsav in India draws over 500 participants; Nepali participants showcase cultural event

The Murthal Mahotsav at Osho Dhara Nanak Ashram, India, began with the transformative “Right Mindfulness and Prem Pragya” program, offering teachings on self-awareness, love, and wisdom.

Health

Japanese Encephalitis. Photo: WHO

Japanese Encephalitis: Still a prominent public health problem in Nepal

Japanese Encephalitis (JE), the most common laboratory-confirmed encephalitis in Nepal, is a viral disease causing inflammation of the brain.

Entertainment

This image released by Sony Pictures shows Tom Hardy in a scene from "Venom: The Last Dance." Photo: Columbia-Sony Pictures via AP

'Venom 3' tops box office again, while Tom Hanks film struggles

“Venom: The Last Dance” enjoyed another weekend at the top of the box office. The Sony release starring Tom Hardy added $26.1 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.

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'Venom: The Last Dance' misses projections as superhero films' grip on theaters loosens

“Venom: The Last Dance” showed less bite than expected at the box office, collecting $51 million in its opening weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, significantly down from the alien symbiote franchise’s previous entries.

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Oshodhara Nepal appoints Manju Sharma as national coordinator

Manju Sharma from Kathmandu has been appointed as the National Coordinator of Oshodhara Nepal during the recently concluded Oshodhara Parliament.

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Glacial lake burst causes flash flood in Thame village, sparks climate change concerns

The devastating flash flood and mudslide that overwhelmed Thame village in Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality-5 on Friday afternoon has been confirmed to be the result of a glacial lake outburst.

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