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World News | Indian Embassy in Kathmandu Facilitates One-month Training for Nepali U-19 Cricketers in Bhopal
Latestly
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July 11, 2025
Kathmandu [Nepal], July 11 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu has announced facilitation for three cricket players from Nepali U-19 cricketers in Bhopal. As per the release from Indian Embassy, three Under-19 cricketers Naren Bhatta, Sahil...
Nepal’s banks accused of concealing non-performing loans
Khabarhub
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July 11, 2025
KATHMANDU: Former officials of Nepal’s central financial institutions have raised serious concerns about the true state of the country’s banking sector, claiming that many banks are hiding the real scale of bad loans, also known as non-performing...
Submission to the Universal Periodic Review of Nepal
Human Rights Watch
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July 11, 2025
Introduction 1. Human Rights Watch submits the following information regarding Nepal’s human rights record since its 2021 Universal Periodic Review (UPR), including efforts towards implementation of recommendations it accepted as well as...
The silent epidemic taking young lives in Nepal and across the world
OnlineKhabar
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July 11, 2025
Photo by Anthony Tran on Unsplash A rising global public health concern is youth suicide. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that suicide claims the lives of about 727,000 people annually worldwide and is currently the third most common...
Bhutan embarks on second joint external evaluation to strengthen health security
Kuensel
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Bhutan has officially embarked on its second Joint External Evaluation (JEE) of core capacities under the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005), reaffirming its commitment to national and global health security. million Monk began...
Uncontrolled instability in Nepal
Nepali Times
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July 11, 2025
Former president Bidhya Devi Bhandari last week officially made her comeback to national politics at an event commemorating her late husband UML leader Madan Bhandari’s 70th birth anniversary. Bhandari’s announcement was not a surprise, nor was...
Nepal News Evening Briefing | Thursday, July 10, 2025
Nepal News
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July 10, 2025
KATHMANDU: Stay informed with Nepal News’ daily evening briefing, covering the most significant developments from Nepal and around the world. From politics and economy to sports, entertainment, and culture, we bring you a concise summary of the...
Nepal’s economy grows by Rs 400 billion, reaches Rs 6.1 trillion this fiscal year
Khabarhub
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July 10, 2025
Building of the Ministry of Finance at Singha Durbar in Kathmandu. (File photo/Khabarhub) KATHMANDU: Nepal’s economy has expanded by Rs 400 billion this fiscal year, reaching a total of Rs 6.1 trillion, according to data released by the Ministry...
Nepal: Why EVs are swiftly taking over Kathmandu's streets
Deutsche Welle
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July 10, 2025
Sabin Kumar Chettri, a cab driver in Kathmandu, gave up his gasoline car in 2024 and switched to an electric vehicle (EV). Before the switch, he had used a car powered by an internal combustion engine (ICE) for about a decade, during which he...
Rescue efforts underway in Nepal after flash floods kill 9, leave many stranded
Nagaland Post
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July 10, 2025
Rescue efforts continued on Thursday in Nepal to evacuate people stranded in flood-hit areas, after monsoon rains triggered a river flood in Rasuwa district that left nine dead and nearly 20 missing, media reports said. “We are fully deployed in...
Bridge to Nepal Washed Away as Flash Floods Rock China
Asia Financial
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July 10, 2025
Extreme weather events have become a regular feature of China’s wet season, and this week yielded more drama, with the Friendship Bridge between China and Nepal washed away on Tuesday. Nine people died and over a dozen are missing, according to a...
Nepal flash floods: Nine dead, many stranded; rescue efforts underway
The Hindu
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July 10, 2025
People watch the damage caused by flooding on the Bhotekoshi river, 120 km north of Kathmandu, Nepal, on July 8, 2025. | Photo Credit: AP Rescue efforts continued on Thursday (July 10, 2025) in Nepal to evacuate people stranded in flood-hit areas,...
Best foods to eat during summer for better health
Nepal News
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July 10, 2025
KATHMANDU: As the summer season intensifies, health experts emphasize the importance of adapting our diets to combat the challenges posed by heat and humidity. Nutritionists warn that dehydration, vitamin deficiencies, and digestive issues are...
Over 100 medical officers reject appointments at Health Insurance Board over workload concerns
OnlineKhabar
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July 10, 2025
Kathmandu, July 10 More than 100 medical officers selected for contract service at the Health Insurance Board have declined their appointments, citing dissatisfaction with the job responsibilities outlined in the contract. Out of the 180 medical...
Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – July 9, 2025
Nepal News
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KATHMANDU: Welcome to Nepal News’ Evening Economic Brief—your go-to source on key financial updates in Nepal. Stay informed with concise insights on market trends, economic indicators, and policy shifts. Here are today’s top economic news...
Health Minister announces provision of up to Rs 200,000 to patients with eight complex diseases
The Rising Nepal
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By TRN Online, Kathmandu, July 9: Minister for Health and Population Pradip Paudel has said that those enrolled in the health insurance program will now receive double the treatment assistance than before. Minister Paudel said that as per his...
Health Minister announces doubling of insurance support for patients with severe illnesses
Khabarhub
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July 9, 2025
Ministry of Health and Population. (File photo) KATHMANDU: Minister for Health and Population Pradip Paudel has announced that patients enrolled in Nepal’s health insurance program will now receive double the existing treatment support for eight...
Health insurance coverage will double for patients with eight critical diseases: Minister Paudel
Nepal News
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July 9, 2025
KATHMANDU: People enrolled in Nepal’s health insurance program will now receive double the treatment assistance compared to before, Health and Population Minister Pradeep Paudel has announced. Minister Paudel stated that, as per his prior...
Nepal’s Monsoon Isn’t the Problem — Our Planning Is
Khabarhub
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July 9, 2025
Each year, as the monsoon clouds gather over Nepal, so do our fears. Rivers overflow, mountains slide. We hear the same stories—homes swept away, roads destroyed, families torn apart. On Tuesday (July 8), floods swept away the Miteri Bridge in...
Nepal News Evening Briefing | Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Nepal News
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July 8, 2025
KATHMANDU: Stay informed with Nepal News’ daily evening briefing, covering the most significant developments from Nepal and around the world. From politics and economy to sports, entertainment, and culture, we bring you a concise summary of the...