The Sixth Janakpur Literature Festival, organized by the Nava Mithila Foundation, is set to commence on February 7 (Magh 24) with the theme “A Celebration of Land, Culture, and Tradition.” The three-day festival, which has been held annually for the past five years, will feature discussions on literature, culture, society, and contemporary issues. During a …
The Government of Nepal has officially requested China to convert the loan taken for the construction of the Pokhara Regional International Airport into a grant. This request was conveyed through a letter from the Ministry of Finance to the Chinese authorities. During a program held at the Ministry of Finance, Dhani Ram Sharma, the Chief …
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has published its latest open market exchange rates, maintaining stability in key currency pairs amidst global economic fluctuations. The rates, effective immediately, reflect the buying and selling prices for various foreign currencies, crucial for trade and financial transactions in Nepal. For the Indian Rupee (INR), a pivotal currency due to Nepal’s …
Today, the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) saw a positive turn as its index rose by 3.21 points, marking a 0.15% increase and closing at 2,066.16 points. This recovery follows a slight downturn of 5.37 points in the previous trading session. However, amidst the overall market uptick, the hotel and tourism sector experienced a marginal setback. …
The Nepal Rastra Bank has released the latest open market exchange rates, revealing insights into the buying and selling prices of various currencies. This report provides a comprehensive comparison of these rates and highlights significant changes in the value of the US dollar compared to the previous day’s market prices. The Indian Rupee (INR) is …
The Behdaba Temple in Ramapur, Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City-16, witnessed a significant influx of Indian devotees during the Ganga Dussehra festival, held from June 15 to 19. More than 100,000 pilgrims attended the religious fair, with the total number of Indian visitors reaching approximately 150,000, as reported by Padamraj Joshi, chairman of the Behdaba Temple Management …
In a special ceremony held at the Nepal Communist Party (UML) headquarters in Chyasal, Lalitpur, notable mountaineers who have achieved remarkable feats in their field were honored. UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli led the program, recognizing the climbers’ exceptional contributions to mountaineering. Among the distinguished honorees was Mingma David Sherpa, celebrated for his six successful …
The “Second National Kakrebihar Half Marathon” aims to highlight the fertile land of Karnali on a global stage through sports. Details about the event were revealed today during a “Journalists’ Meet” hosted by the Mid-Western Fitness Center Surkhet at the renowned Kakrebihar Temple in Karnali. Scheduled for June 21st to coincide with “World Olympic Day,” …
A delegation led by Bater from the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) paid a courtesy call on Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav on Friday at the Office of the Vice President in Lainchaur. The meeting encompassed a wide array of discussions ranging from enhancing Nepal-China relations to fostering bilateral visits, …
Today, a group of climbers who successfully conquered Thorong Peak were celebrated in Pokhara, accompanied by a comprehensive city tour. The prestigious event was meticulously organized by the Nepal Mountaineering Association Gandaki Province in collaboration with the Nepal Tourism Board’s Gandaki Province Office. Led by Bikash Gurung, President of Nepal Mountaineering Association Gandaki Province, it …