Author: Tanjid

Anjila Tumbapo Subba, the captain of Nepal’s national women’s football team, has left for Greece to play professional club football. She departed from Tribhuvan International Airport today after representing Nepal in the International Women’s Championship Football Tournament. Her move to Greece marks another significant step in her football career. Warm Farewell from Football Officials At the airport, Anjila was seen off by key officials from the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA). ANFA spokesperson Suresh Shah, central member Pema Dolma Lama, and National Women’s Football Team manager Bindra Dewan were present. They wished her success in her professional football journey in…

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck Nepal early Friday morning, sending tremors across the region. People in Nepal, northern India, and Tibet, China, felt the shaking. Many in Patna, Bihar, reported seeing their homes tremble. Videos on social media showed fans swaying and objects moving. A user on X said the tremors lasted for “a good 35 seconds.” Nepal’s Earthquake Details The National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Center in Nepal confirmed the earthquake. It happened at 2:51 AM local time. The epicenter was in Sindhupalchowk District, near Bhairavkunda in the central region of Nepal. The area is…

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba held important meetings with the Foreign Ministers of Spain and Slovakia in Geneva, Switzerland. The discussions took place on the sidelines of the 58th high-level session of the United Nations Human Rights Council. Dr. Rana also met with Mexico’s Undersecretary for Multilateral Affairs and Human Rights. These meetings focused on strengthening Nepal’s diplomatic ties and discussing global challenges. Talks with Spain’s Foreign Minister Dr. Rana met with Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares Bueno to discuss bilateral cooperation. She appreciated Spain’s support for Nepal’s socio-economic development as a key member of the…

The father of Prakriti Lamsal, a Nepalese student who died by suicide at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Odisha, has spoken out. Sunil Lamsal, Prakriti’s father, is confident that the Indian government will ensure justice for his daughter. While he cannot stay in Odisha for the whole investigation, he trusts that the authorities will act fairly. Tragic Death Sparks Protests Prakriti Lamsal, a student at KIIT, was found dead in her hostel room. Her death shocked the KIIT community and Nepalese students studying in India. The tragedy has raised concerns about student safety, mental health, and support…

Nepal Micro Insurance has completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO). The company sold 1.845 million shares to the public. The total value of the shares was Rs 184.45 million. Each share had a face value of Rs 100. The Nepal Securities Board had approved the issuance of 2.25 million shares. Out of these, 225,000 shares were for Nepalis working abroad. Additionally, 67,500 shares were reserved for employees. Moreover, a total of 112,500 shares were allocated to collective investment funds. Finally, the remaining 1.845 million shares were open for the public. Huge Investor Interest The IPO received an overwhelming response. According…

Raj Kishor Yadav, the head of Nepal’s International Relations and Tourism Committee, emphasized the need for closer Nepal-India ties. Speaking at a conference in New Delhi, India, on Wednesday, he urged both nations to work together for progress. Strengthening Nepal-India Relations During the event titled Nepal-India Relations, Relevance of Buddha’s Teachings in Neighbourhood Diplomacy, Raj Kishor Yadav highlighted the deep cultural and historical bonds between Nepal and India. These shared connections offer numerous opportunities for mutual growth. Additionally, he stressed the importance of promoting religious and cultural tourism, suggesting that developing the Buddhist, Ramayana, and Mahabharata circuits could be beneficial.…

The import of bananas from India is causing problems for Nepal’s local farmers. Bananas from India, both legal and illegal, are making it harder for Nepali farmers to sell their produce. Farmers in Chitwan, Nepal’s biggest banana-producing region, are struggling as imported bananas take over the market. Nepali Farmers Face Tough Competition Madhav Ghimire, Chairperson of the Chitwan Banana Producers Association, said that local bananas are ready for sale, but they are not reaching buyers as easily as before. Indian bananas are taking up a large share of the market, making it difficult for Nepali farmers to compete. Ghimire said…

Nepal’s agricultural imports are rising faster than its exports. In the first seven months of the 2024/25 fiscal year, imports of agricultural goods reached Rs. 205 billion. This is much higher than the Rs. 127 billion in exports. The gap between imports and exports is Rs. 78 billion, showing a big difference. Nepal, an agricultural country, depends heavily on imports for food and raw materials. Despite its rich farmland, Nepal is importing more than it is exporting. In fact, imports of agricultural goods grew by 36.6% in the first seven months of this year. Last year, imports in the same…

Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have joined hands to help Nepal recover from the Jajarkot earthquake. An agreement was signed today at the UN House in Kathmandu. This deal allows Japan to give financial aid to UNDP Nepal. The goal is to help affected communities rebuild their lives. Support for Nepal Jajarkot Recovery Japan will give 250 million Japanese yen (about USD 1.7 million or NPR 231 million) to fund the project. The UNDP will use this money to help the worst-hit areas recover. The focus will be on jobs, better local government, and preparing for future…

A delegation from the National Cadet Corps (NCC) of India, Bhutan, and the Maldives met with President Ramchandra Paudel today at the President’s Office, Shital Niwas. The meeting was part of the Youth Exchange Programme 2025, which is currently taking place in Nepal. Visit for Youth Exchange Programme 2025 The delegation arrived in Nepal on February 21 to participate in the exchange event. This program is organized on the occasion of the Mahashivaratri festival and the 262nd anniversary of the Nepali Army (NA). The event aims to foster stronger ties between Nepal and neighboring countries by promoting cultural and military…