Scientists trace latest interstellar comet's home to a cold, isolated corner of the Milky Way Scientists trace latest interstellar comet's home to a cold, isolated corner of the... The findings were published in Nature Astronomy. The findings were published in Nature Astronomy. Science and Tech 1d ago
New driving licences meet Intl' ISO standards, allows offline verification via QR scan: MoCIT New driving licences meet Intl' ISO standards, allows offline verification via QR... The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MoCIT) has said the new smart driving licence system is more secure and practical, fully compliant with international ISO 7810 ID-1 standards— the same format used globally for credit cards — incorporating 39 distinct security features designed to prevent forgery and unauthorised use. The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MoCIT) has said the new smart driving licence system is more secure and practical, fully compliant with international ISO 7810 ID-1 standards— the same format used globally for credit cards — incorporating 39 distinct security features designed to prevent forgery and unauthorised use. Science and Tech 21 Apr, 2026
Two-day cybersecurity workshop held in Karnali to strengthen digital resilience Two-day cybersecurity workshop held in Karnali to strengthen digital resilience The programme focused on raising cybersecurity awareness and bridging the digital divide, with an emphasis on improving digital literacy and strengthening institutional preparedness against evolving cyber threats. The programme focused on raising cybersecurity awareness and bridging the digital divide, with an emphasis on improving digital literacy and strengthening institutional preparedness against evolving cyber threats. Science and Tech 12 Apr, 2026
Artemis II's moon-traveling astronauts return home to cheers after a record-breaking trip Artemis II's moon-traveling astronauts return home to cheers after a record-breaking... Still marveling over their moon mission, the Artemis II astronauts received a thunderous welcome home Saturday from hundreds who took part in NASA's lunar comeback that set a record for deep space travel. Still marveling over their moon mission, the Artemis II astronauts received a thunderous welcome home Saturday from hundreds who took part in NASA's lunar comeback that set a record for deep space travel. Science and Tech 12 Apr, 2026
It's time for Artemis II to break Apollo 13's distance record. What to know about the moon flyby It's time for Artemis II to break Apollo 13's distance record. What to know about the... The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. Science and Tech 07 Apr, 2026
It's time for Artemis II to break Apollo 13's distance record. What to know about the moon flyby It's time for Artemis II to break Apollo 13's distance record. What to know about the... The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. Science and Tech 05 Apr, 2026
Dr Dhiraj Pradhananga appointed UNESCO Chair in Mountain Cryosphere and Water Dr Dhiraj Pradhananga appointed UNESCO Chair in Mountain Cryosphere and Water UNESCO has appointed Dhiraj Pradhananga as the UNESCO Chair in Mountain Cryosphere and Water. UNESCO has appointed Dhiraj Pradhananga as the UNESCO Chair in Mountain Cryosphere and Water. Science and Tech 05 Apr, 2026
Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth NASA’s Artemis II astronauts fired their engines and blazed toward the moon Thursday night, breaking free of the chains that have trapped humanity in shallow laps around Earth in the decades since Apollo. NASA’s Artemis II astronauts fired their engines and blazed toward the moon Thursday night, breaking free of the chains that have trapped humanity in shallow laps around Earth in the decades since Apollo. Science and Tech 03 Apr, 2026
SCAEF Nepal launches 4-day specialized GIS and Remote Sensing Training in Pokhara SCAEF Nepal launches 4-day specialized GIS and Remote Sensing Training in Pokhara The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms (SCAEF Nepal) has launched a four-day specialized training on GIS and Remote Sensing with the objective of enhancing professional capacity within Nepal’s consulting, construction sector and clients from concerned government departments and ministries (3Cs). The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms (SCAEF Nepal) has launched a four-day specialized training on GIS and Remote Sensing with the objective of enhancing professional capacity within Nepal’s consulting, construction sector and clients from concerned government departments and ministries (3Cs). Science and Tech 28 Mar, 2026
From rockets to cancer research, here's how the number pi is embedded in our lives From rockets to cancer research, here's how the number pi is embedded in our lives Math nerds and dessert enthusiasts unite to celebrate Pi Day every March 14, the date that represents the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi. Math nerds and dessert enthusiasts unite to celebrate Pi Day every March 14, the date that represents the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi. Science and Tech 15 Mar, 2026
Instagram says it will notify parents if teens 'repeatedly' search for terms related to suicide Instagram says it will notify parents if teens 'repeatedly' search for terms related... Instagram said Thursday it will start alerting parents if their kids repeatedly search for terms clearly associated with suicide or self-harm. The alerts will only go to parents who are enrolled in Instagram’s parental supervision program. Instagram said Thursday it will start alerting parents if their kids repeatedly search for terms clearly associated with suicide or self-harm. The alerts will only go to parents who are enrolled in Instagram’s parental supervision program. Science and Tech 26 Feb, 2026
Four new astronauts arrive at the International Space Station to replace NASA's evacuated crew Four new astronauts arrive at the International Space Station to replace NASA's... The International Space Station returned to full strength with Saturday’s arrival of four new astronauts to replace colleagues who bailed early because of health concerns. The International Space Station returned to full strength with Saturday’s arrival of four new astronauts to replace colleagues who bailed early because of health concerns. Science and Tech 16 Feb, 2026
Ting Ting represents Nepal at Web Summit Qatar 2026 Ting Ting represents Nepal at Web Summit Qatar 2026 Nepali AI company Ting Ting has marked a major milestone for the country’s technology sector by representing Nepal as the sole startup at Web Summit Qatar 2026, one of the world’s largest global tech gatherings. Nepali AI company Ting Ting has marked a major milestone for the country’s technology sector by representing Nepal as the sole startup at Web Summit Qatar 2026, one of the world’s largest global tech gatherings. Science and Tech 11 Feb, 2026
Researchers call for integrated approach for conservation of mountain torrent frogs Researchers call for integrated approach for conservation of mountain torrent frogs A study conducted by the Environment Protection and Study Centre (ENPROSC) researchers on ‘Promoting Conservation of Mountain Torrent Frogs’ has called for an integrated approach to conserve mountain torrent frogs in Nepal, stressing the need for the involvement of local communities, local governments and conservation agencies. A study conducted by the Environment Protection and Study Centre (ENPROSC) researchers on ‘Promoting Conservation of Mountain Torrent Frogs’ has called for an integrated approach to conserve mountain torrent frogs in Nepal, stressing the need for the involvement of local communities, local governments and conservation agencies. Science and Tech 10 Feb, 2026
Astronauts say space station's ultrasound machine was critical during medical crisis Astronauts say space station's ultrasound machine was critical during medical crisis The astronauts evacuated last week from the International Space Station say a portable ultrasound machine came in “super handy” during the medical crisis. The astronauts evacuated last week from the International Space Station say a portable ultrasound machine came in “super handy” during the medical crisis. Science and Tech 22 Jan, 2026
NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returning NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of... NASA’s Suni Williams — one of two astronauts stuck for months at the International Space Station — has retired. NASA’s Suni Williams — one of two astronauts stuck for months at the International Space Station — has retired. Science and Tech 21 Jan, 2026
Nepal's NAST ranks 3rd in digital innovation among 45 nations Nepal's NAST ranks 3rd in digital innovation among 45 nations The competition featured programs from 60 information access centers across 45 countries, with 30 videos submitted from various nations. The competition featured programs from 60 information access centers across 45 countries, with 30 videos submitted from various nations. Science and Tech 19 Jan, 2026
Social media platforms removed 4.7 million accounts after Australia banned them for children Social media platforms removed 4.7 million accounts after Australia banned them for... Social media companies have revoked access to about 4.7 million accounts identified as belonging to children in Australia since the country banned use of the platforms by those under 16, officials said. Social media companies have revoked access to about 4.7 million accounts identified as belonging to children in Australia since the country banned use of the platforms by those under 16, officials said. Science and Tech 16 Jan, 2026
NASA sends 4 astronauts back to Earth in first medical evacuation NASA sends 4 astronauts back to Earth in first medical evacuation An astronaut in need of doctors' care departed the International Space Station with three crewmates on Wednesday in NASA's first medical evacuation. An astronaut in need of doctors' care departed the International Space Station with three crewmates on Wednesday in NASA's first medical evacuation. Science and Tech 15 Jan, 2026
Malaysia and Indonesia become the first countries to block Musk's Grok over sexualized AI images Malaysia and Indonesia become the first countries to block Musk's Grok over... Malaysia and Indonesia have become the first countries to block Grok, the artificial intelligence chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, as concerns grow among global authorities that it is being misused to generate sexually explicit and nonconsensual images. Malaysia and Indonesia have become the first countries to block Grok, the artificial intelligence chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, as concerns grow among global authorities that it is being misused to generate sexually explicit and nonconsensual images. Science and Tech 13 Jan, 2026
Nepal EOAN–SPCC team to inspect Khumbu Icefall Sunday amid Everest season extension talks The Expedition Operators Association of Nepal (EOAN) and the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) are set to deploy a joint team of around 20 people, including icefall doctors and Sherpa climbers from various expeditions, to the Khumbu Icefall on Sunday morning to assess ground conditions and attempt to open or identify alternate routes through the section that has been blocking progress toward Camp I on Everest.
Kathmandu Screening of Thapathali squatters underway; relocation begins The government has begun screening landless squatters displaced from the Bagmati riverbank in Thapathali, with registration and relocation processes currently underway.
Business Dismantling of illegal structures begins in Gairigaun The work of removing the squatter settlements in Gairigaun located in Kathmandu Metropolitan City-9 has begun from today. The structures built on the public land along the Bagmati river is being dismantled as per the government's directives.
Opinion When the towers shook: Living through the 2015 earthquake in a high-rise On a quiet Saturday noon, the ground beneath 2015 Nepal earthquake turned violent.
Lifestyle Nepali artist Amrit Karki to feature in Ladakh Biennale Nepali artist Amrit Karki is set to present a newly commissioned work at the 2026 sā Ladakh Biennale, scheduled from August 1 to 10 in India.
Business inDrive rewards top drivers with EV cab, scooters Global ride-hailing platform inDrive has awarded top-performing driver partners with an electric cab and e-scooters under its Platinum Driver Giveaway campaign.
Business MetLife Nepal expands services to Jumla MetLife Nepal has expanded its services to Jumla, aiming to improve access to insurance and financial services in one of the country’s remote regions.
Nepal Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run held in Cairo to mark Everest Day A 5-kilometre Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run was organised in Cairo to mark Mount Everest Day and International Wellness Day, highlighting environmental sustainability and wellness.
Kathmandu Tourism Minister Paudel signals end of political appointments as CAAN opens DG post to open competition The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has invited applications for the position of Director General through an open competitive process for the first time, with Tourism Minister Khadak Raj Paudel declaring that the days of political appointments at the aviation authority are over.
