Migrant workers enlisted in social security scheme
The scheme which covered only formal private sector workers has been expanded to migrant workers and self-employed persons abroad.
Thu, Mar 23, 2023
20.47°C KathmanduExplosives shortage looms over Tanahun Hydropower Project
India’s reluctance to allow import of explosives may affect works at the 140MW project.
From Karachi to Kathmandu
Two artists from Pakistan, Aziz Sohail and Fazal Rizvi, discuss the power of collectives at PhotoKTM 5.
Pheasant farms thrive in western Nepal on rising demand
The wildfowl farmers say they are receiving big orders from institutional buyers, mostly from luxury hotels in India.
Nepali public questions rationale of national ID card
Launched to integrate multiple documents, it may be long before the card replaces the citizenship certificate.
OPINION
Can’t buy justice
Dahal is trying to whitewash a grave rights violation: Employing child soldiers in insurgency.
President Paudel and his Veep
Hoping the best for Ram, Ram.
Governing NGOs right
Reports of unethical operations have damaged the public perception of the NGOs.
Where are they?
Only 550,000 tourists came to Nepal last fiscal year, which is 50 percent of pre-Covid level.
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Nepal had defeated Palestine and Northern Mariana Island to qualify for the second round.
Asian Cricket Council unveils fixtures for ACC Premier Cup
The winner of the 10-team tournament to be held in Kathmandu will qualify for the Asia Cup.
Nationwide protests in France after Macron doubles down on pension bill
Most protests have been peaceful, but anger has mounted since the government pushed the bill through parliament without a vote last week.
Man electrocuted in Sarlahi
The man stepped into an ‘electric trap’ placed to protect crops from wild animals
China’s military says US warship illegally entered waters in South China Sea
Tension between the United States and China has been growing in the area.
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Gandhi was given bail and the sentence suspended for 30 days.
Honduras denies demanding $2.5 bln in Taiwan aid before China announcement
Honduras is one of only 14 countries to maintain formal diplomatic ties with Chinese-claimed Taiwan and Beijing has been stepping up efforts to win over Taipei’s remaining allies.
US pick for World Bank, Ajay Banga, to meet with Modi in native India
US President Joe Biden last month nominated Banga, 63, to replace David Malpass, who announced his resignation after months of controversy over his initial failure to say he backed the scientific consensus on climate change.
I am envious of writers with distinct styles
Writer Kumar Nagarkoti talks about his love for the books that are unusual and weird.
From Karachi to Kathmandu
Two artists from Pakistan, Aziz Sohail and Fazal Rizvi, discuss the power of collectives at PhotoKTM 5.
Ananta, Nawayug lead Nepal to victory over Laos
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Migrant workers enlisted in social security scheme
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Culture & Arts
I am envious of writers with distinct styles
Writer Kumar Nagarkoti talks about his love for the books that are unusual and weird.
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Climate & Environment
Frequent wildfires in Tarai forests are exposing animals to poachers
- Khumjung women voice climate concerns
- As season of forest fires starts, authorities alert public to risks
- Overextraction and shrinking open spaces cause groundwater depletion in Kathmandu Valley
- Prolonged dry spell leads to acute water scarcity
Health
Several health programmes affected with USAID grants not disbursed on time
- Health Ministry asks WHO to help set up open-air fitness centres
- As India reports uptick in Covid cases, experts in Nepal urge caution
- Authorities mull campaign amid dismal uptake of Covid booster shots
- Easy access to screening, awareness drives help reduce cancer in women
Sports
Nepal drawn alongside China, Myanmar and Chinese Taipei in AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers
- Asian Cricket Council unveils fixtures for ACC Premier Cup
- Ananta, Nawayug lead Nepal to victory over Laos
- Six new faces in Nepal squad
- Karateka Manday Kaji Shrestha named brand ambassador of Paragon school
World
Nationwide protests in France after Macron doubles down on pension bill
- China’s military says US warship illegally entered waters in South China Sea
- Indian court convicts Rahul Gandhi of defamation, gives two-year sentence
- Honduras denies demanding $2.5 bln in Taiwan aid before China announcement
- US pick for World Bank, Ajay Banga, to meet with Modi in native India
Interviews
‘Policy inconsistency has created anarchy in governance’
- The voices of children and young people must be heard
- ‘Regular justice system in play when transitional justice bodies are defunct’
- ‘Women are breaking barriers and shattering glass ceilings’
- ‘China’s projects don’t always get conducive environment in Nepal’
