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CFRD celebrates 10-years of Transformative Impact in Nepal
Enewspolar
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August 18, 2025
Kathmandu, Aug 18: China Foundation for Rural Development (CFRD) marked a major milestone as it celebrated its 10th year anniversary in Nepal with a special ceremony, which also commemorated the historic 70th year of diplomatic relations between...
Three villages of Nepal and China ink accord for vibrant village
The Rising Nepal
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By TRN Online, Kathmandu, Aug 18: Three villages of Nepal and China have signed agreement to implement vibrant village project, support one another and share experiences. The pact was signed in a ceremony held to mark the 10th anniversary of the...
Rubelle eliminated as a public health problem in Nepal: who
The European Times
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August 18, 2025
Rubole – which is commonly known as German measles – is a very contagious viral infection, and particularly serious for pregnant women because it can lead to miscarriage, a mortinity or a range of debilitating congenital malformations. The safe...
Nepal successful in Rubella elimination: WHO
República
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KATHMANDU, Aug 18: The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday announced that Nepal has eliminated rubella, a public health problem in the country. With this, Nepal becomes the sixth country in the South-East Asia region to eliminate rubella....
Indian broadcasters staring at crores in unpaid license fees from Nepal, Bangladesh
The Hindu
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August 18, 2025
Representational file image. Image by Drazen Zigic on Freepik TV broadcasters in India are due hundreds of crores in overdue license fee payments from distributors in Nepal and Bangladesh, a problem that has been getting worse over the last year,...
Edwin Bock, Syracuse political science professor and author, dies at 103
Syracuse.com - New York
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August 18, 2025
Edwin Bock owed his marriage to seasickness. In 1949, on a ship headed for Europe, he met a young woman named George Ann, who complained of feeling woozy. He offered her some Dramamine, and the rest is history. The pair soon got married and raised...
Nepal’s President urges HKH countries to adopt people-centric, science-based policies
United News of Bangladesh
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President of Nepal Ramchandra Poudel on Monday said they, at the policy-making level, must formulate timely, people-centered and implementable policies on climate change, biodiversity, and air pollution, based on scientific facts and public...
PM Oli reviews Digital Nepal Framework expansion and Nepal Telecom progress
Khabarhub
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August 18, 2025
KATHMANDU: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Sunday received a briefing on the expansion of the Digital Nepal Framework and the latest progress of Nepal Telecom. Oli, who has consistently emphasized the use of communication and information...
Nepal eliminates rubella, highly contagious viral disease: WHO
The Kathmandu Post
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Nepal has eliminated rubella, a highly contagious viral disease as a public health problem, the World Health Organisation, announced on Monday. The UN health body in its statement said that it is a remarkable achievement for a country making...
Hero XPulse 210 Unveils Tomorrow in Nepal at NADA Auto Show: Big Upgrade or Not?
TechLekh
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August 18, 2025
HIGHLIGHTS Hero XPulse 210 is set to arrive in Nepal at the upcoming NADA Auto Show 2025. It features a larger DOHC Engine, an updated suspension setup, and feature upgrades. XPulse 210 will be showcased alongside three other interesting Hero...
Illegal Pet Trade in Nepal Now Shifting Online, Research Suggests
The Good Men Project - California
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August 17, 2025
By Abhaya Raj Joshi The preliminary findings of a recent study suggest a shift in Nepal’s illegal exotic pet trade, moving from physical markets to digital platforms due to widespread smartphone penetration, social media usage, and online payment...
Pakistan Lags Behind India, Bangladesh And Nepal As ILO Highlights Widest Gender Wage Gap In Region
Free Press Journal
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August 18, 2025
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has ranked Pakistan among the worst in South Asia for wage disparities between men and women. | X @np_nationpress New Delhi: The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has ranked Pakistan among the...
Google Maps gets Street View Feature in Nepal: Global Access
NepaliTelecom
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August 18, 2025
Summary✨ Google Maps Street View launched in Nepal on August 14, 2025. The feature provides 360° street imagery of Nepal, including Kathmandu and the Himalayas. Users can virtually explore Nepali streets, historical sites, and cultural landmarks....
PM Oli briefed on expansion of DNF and Nepal Telecom's progress
The Rising Nepal
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Kathmandu, Aug 18: Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has garnered information on the expansion of the Digital Nepal Framework (DNF) and the progress of Nepal Telecom. PM Oli sought a brief inquiry from Minister for Communications and Information...
Nepal’s Struggles with Rising Unemployment
República
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As immigrants crossing the open border aggravated the unemployment problem, the Border and Migration Report of Nepal, 1983, prepared by the task force led by Dr Harka Gurung, had recommended introducing compulsory work permits for Indians....
FS Misri discusses strengthening of bilateral ties with Nepal’s top leadership
Daily Excelsior
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August 18, 2025
KATHMANDU, Aug 17 : India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Sunday called on Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel and Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral ties across multiple sectors. Misri, who arrived...
10 Years Of Celebrating Asia’s Researchers
Asian Scientist Magazine
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August 18, 2025
AsianScientist (Aug. 16, 2025) – Asian Scientist Magazine has published the Asian Scientist 100 (2025 edition). This issue marks our 10th year of highlighting Asia’s top scientific talent. This year’s list features honorees, in their roles as...
Indian Foreign Secy’s Nepal visit paves way for PM Oli’s India trip
República
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KATHMANDU, Aug 18: Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri arrived in Kathmandu on Sunday for a two-day official visit, laying the groundwork for Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s upcoming trip to India, officials confirmed. Upon arrival, Misri engaged...
Dangerous microbes found in tap water in Kathmandu
The Kathmandu Post
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The Public Health Office, Kathmandu, has urged the public to boil water before drinking, after tests showed the presence of hazardous microbes in samples of drinking water. Officials say that water samples collected from Chandragiri, Nagarjun and...
Nepal seeks greater benefits from India’s progress: President
Khabarhub
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August 17, 2025
President Ram Chandra Paudel (R) with India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri at the Office of the President in Kathmandu. KATHMANDU: President Ram Chandra Paudel has said that Nepal wishes to derive greater benefits from India’s socio-economic and...