Author: Onu Akter

Nepal tourism growth is gaining strong momentum in 2025, driven largely by a surge in visitors from India and the United States. Recent government data shows a steady increase in tourist arrivals, reflecting a clear revival of the country’s tourism sector after years of challenges. According to the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Indian tourists accounted for 27.7% of visitors to Nepal in 2024. They were followed by tourists from the United States at 9.67%, China at 8.89%, the United Kingdom at 4.79%, and Bangladesh at 4.27%. Other countries including Australia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Germany, and South Korea…

The Nepal government has confirmed it will not remove the ancient boulders from Chobhar Galchhi gorge to help drain monsoon rains from Kathmandu Valley. Instead, authorities plan to focus on waste removal and prevention of landslides . The Ministry of Urban Development issued a statement clarifying that while debris from previous dumping will be cleared, the natural rocks at the gorge’s exit point will remain intact. This reassures locals who opposed earlier plans involving military assistance to widen the gorge mouth. Ministry spokesperson Narayan Prasad Mainali said, “Waste management will be carried out as the problem of flooding around Chobhar…

Nepal recorded a total of 577,689 foreign visitors in the first half of 2025, according to data from the Nepal Tourism Board. This number shows a slight drop of 0.91 percent compared to the same period last year, when 583,011 tourists visited the country. Despite the small decline in the overall figure, there was a positive trend in June. In that month alone, 76,425 tourists entered Nepal. This was slightly higher than the 76,333 arrivals recorded in June 2024. The June 2025 figure also marks a full 102 percent recovery compared to pre-pandemic June 2019, when 74,883 tourists had visited.…

The Bagmati Provincial Assembly will meet today at 11 AM to begin discussions on the budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The session is expected to focus on spending plans, financial priorities, and possible changes to proposed expenses. Secretary of the Provincial Assembly, Ram Kumar Paudel, confirmed that the session will go ahead as scheduled. He stated that the meeting will include a response from Minister for Finance and Planning, Kundan Raj Kafle, after members have discussed the key points of the budget. Once the budget debate is complete, members of the Assembly will be allowed to propose expenditure cuts.…

In a strong bowling performance, Nepal dismissed Malaysia for only 90 runs in the semifinal match of the ACC U-16 East Zone Cup 2025. The game was held at the Selangor Turf Club ground, where Nepal won the toss and chose to bowl first. Malaysia’s innings began with trouble early on. They lost two wickets quickly and were struggling with just 4 runs on the scoreboard. Azib Wajdi was run out in the third over without scoring. Only a few balls later, Muhammad Ahnaf Zuhdi, the wicketkeeper, was bowled out for 4 runs by Nepal’s Abhay Yadav. Malaysia tried to…

Nepal has set an ambitious plan to use its local natural resources to strengthen the energy and industrial sectors. The government is aiming to harness natural gas from Dailekh and begin iron production from Dhauwadi within the next several years. A new report from a Chinese exploration company has confirmed a major natural gas reserve in Jaljale, located in Bhairavi Rural Municipality of Dailekh. The report estimates the gas reserve at 112 billion cubic meters. This news has raised fresh hopes that Nepal can reduce its reliance on imported energy. Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies, Damodar Bhandari, shared the…

Electric scooters have become a popular choice for urban commuters and casual riders alike. Among the many options available, the Maxshot V1 electric scooter stands out for its sleek design, powerful performance, and smart features. If you are thinking about upgrading your ride, the Maxshot V1 offers an excellent balance of speed, range, and comfort that can fit your daily needs. The Maxshot V1 is designed to provide a smooth and efficient riding experience. Its lightweight frame makes it easy to carry and store, while the robust motor delivers impressive acceleration and top speed. Whether you are navigating busy city…

Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff and popular television star Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia have teamed up for the first time in a bold and energetic music video titled Bepanaah. This lively dance track is creating buzz not only for its catchy beat but also for its stylish visuals and the debut pairing of two vibrant performers. The song Bepanaah is sung by Tiger Shroff himself, adding a personal touch to the track. The music and lyrics are created by Avitesh Shrivastava, the son of late music composer Aadesh Shrivastava. With a fast beat and polished production, the song is designed to become…

Huawei Nepal has chosen five talented students to represent the country in the Seeds for the Future 2025 program. This global initiative aims to train future leaders in digital technology. The selected participants will travel to China in August for the regional round. This year’s program drew more than 650 applications from university students across Nepal. After a tough selection process, 30 candidates were shortlisted. These students joined workshops, tech training sessions, and cultural activities designed to build their skills in information and communication technology (ICT). As part of the training, students toured a modern data center in Kathmandu. This…

Nepal Rastra Bank has released today’s foreign exchange rates. The US Dollar, Euro, Pound, and other key currencies saw small changes in buying and selling rates. Nepal Rastra Bank has published today’s foreign exchange rates for Wednesday. The central bank stated that the buying rate for the US Dollar has slightly fallen to NPR 136.54, while the selling rate is NPR 137.14. For the Euro, the buying rate is NPR 161.23 and the selling rate is NPR 161.93. The UK Pound Sterling is listed at NPR 187.96 for buying and NPR 188.79 for selling. Meanwhile, the Swiss Franc stands at…