Russian authorities move to lift the terrorist designation for the Taliban The Taliban were put on Russia’s list of terrorist organizations in 2003. Any contact with such groups is punishable under Russian law. World 31 Mar, 2025
In Pictures: Nepal Vs Kyrgyzstan Team Nepal celebrates after scoring a goal against Kyrgyzstan during the International Women’s Football Tournament at Dashrath Stadium in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Monday, February 17, 2025. Photo Gallery 18 Feb, 2025
Azerbaijani airliner crashes in Kazakhstan, killing 38 with 29 survivors, officials say An Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people onboard crashed Wednesday near the Kazakhstani city of Aktau, killing 38 people and leaving 29 survivors, a Kazakh official said. World 26 Dec, 2024
Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people onboard crashes in Kazakhstan leaving 32 survivors An Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people onboard crashed Wednesday in the Kazakhstani city of Aktau, leaving at least 32 survivors, according to officials. More than 30 people are likely dead. World 25 Dec, 2024
Prez Paudel calls for unified global action on climate change President Paudel acknowledged that while every nation feels its climate challenges acutely, recent climate-induced disasters in Nepal have been especially severe. Nepal 13 Nov, 2024
Migratory birds start flocking to Kailali-Kanchanpur's wetlands With the onset of snowfall in northern hemisphere, the wetlands in Kailali and Kanchanpur district have started receiving increasing numbers of migratory birds lately. Business 13 Nov, 2024
Violence-hit Pakistan locks down its capital for an Asian security meeting Shaken by multiple militant attacks, Pakistani authorities have locked down the capital in a major security move as senior officials from several nations arrive for an Asian security group meeting. World 15 Oct, 2024
Uzbekistan wins CAVA Championship against Nepal Nepal was defeated by Uzbekistan in the final match of the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Men's U20 Volleyball Championship. Sports 13 Oct, 2024
Nepal draws global attention with int'l expert dialogue on climate change impact Highlighting the urgency, Nepal called upon the international community to address climate change repercussions on the Himalayas and downstream areas. Kathmandu 22 May, 2024
Nepalis in Kyrgyzstan advised to remain indoors amid mob violence Nepali nationals living in Kyrgyzstan have been urged to exercise caution and remain indoors until the situation stabilizes, following reports of mob violence targeting foreign students in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. Nepal 19 May, 2024
Along with gender, where people live is a key factor in determining levels of poverty and inequality in Asia and the Pacific: UN report Progress on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) remains uneven and inadequate across various segments of the population and within the five subregions of Asia and the Pacific. Nepal 15 Feb, 2024
7.1 magnitude earthquake rattles part of western China, injuring 6 people and collapsing 47 homes A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck a sparsely populated part of China’s western Xinjiang region early Tuesday, injuring six people and damaging or collapsing more than 120 homes in freezing cold weather, authorities said. World 23 Jan, 2024
