PET recycling facility for green bottles begins operations in Bharatpur A PET recycling facility capable of processing green plastic bottles has come into operation in Jagannath Chowk, Bharatpur Metropolitan City-4. Environment 20 Apr, 2025
Debunking the Myth: Stocks Protect Against Inflation Inflation takes center stage in investment discussions in 2025, as many countries see strong tariffs accompanied by inevitable high price increases. In Nepal, the annual inflation rate declined slightly to 5.4% in January 2025. Opinion 17 Apr, 2025
Man arrested for hacking over 4,000 eSewa accounts, stealing Rs 10.2 million A 22-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly hacking into more than 4,000 eSewa accounts and illegally transferring over Rs 10.2 million, police said on Wednesday. Kathmandu 17 Apr, 2025
Rabi Lamichhane sent to Rupandehi Prison Prior to this, he had been held in custody at the District Police Office in Rupandehi for two days. Nepal 07 Apr, 2025
Nepal's slowing economy: Demand-led stimulus key to reviving momentum The vegetable vendor in Butwal, the factory owner in Birgunj, the garment shop in Kathmandu and the returnee migrant in Dhangadhi all have something in common: fewer customers, thinner margins and growing uncertainty. Nepal 03 Apr, 2025
SALW continues to be major cause of armed violence Small arms and light weapons (SALW) continue to be a major cause of armed violence around the world. Women and girls are disproportionately affected by their misuse, including domestic abuse, community insecurity, and conflict-related sexual violence. Nepal 03 Apr, 2025
The lost playground: Use CSR funds for equitable play access Children's play in Nepal has historically been characterised by free, spontaneous activities such as "gatta" (pebbles), hide-and-seek, kabbadi, dandi-biyo, inspiring cultural connections and physical skills without cost. Opinion 25 Mar, 2025
Koshi Province launches Udaya Guarantee Fund and Udaya Challenge Fund to boost SME financing The Koshi Province government has launched the Udaya Guarantee Fund and Udaya Challenge Fund to provide loan guarantees for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the region. Nepal 24 Mar, 2025
20 rhinos found dead in eight months in Chitwan National Park Twenty rhinos have been found dead in the past eight months of the current fiscal year within the Chitwan National Park (CNP) and its surrounding areas, according to CNP. Nepal 18 Mar, 2025
Enhanced social security system in Nepal: Public participation is the key During the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of Nepalese lost their jobs; among the worst hit were the blue-collar workers, as working remotely was not an option for them. Opinion 18 Mar, 2025
"Humanity is facing an existential crisis, failing to recognise it puts us on the verge of complete disaster" Prof. John Pomeroy is a globally renowned expert and scientist in hydrology and climate science and serves as the primary chairperson of the UNESCO Chair in Mountain Water Sustainability. Nepal 17 Mar, 2025
GPAST's closure: Threatens Nepal's future in science and innovation The decision by the Gandaki Provincial Government to dissolve the Gandaki Province Academy of Science and Technology (GPAST) is not just a bureaucratic misstep but a politically shortsighted and reckless action that endangers Nepal’s future in science, innovation and sustainable development. Opinion 17 Mar, 2025
