Bus falls into gorge in Uttarakhand, seven dead

At least seven people were killed and many injured on Monday when a bus fell into a deep gorge in Uttarakhand's Almora district, a senior official said.

Pakistan shuts primary schools in Lahore over record pollution

Pakistan's second city of Lahore will close primary schools for a week over record pollution, government authorities said Sunday, to avoid exposing millions of children to smog several times above levels deemed dangerous…

Injured Japanese tourist rescued from Sagarmatha region

An injured foreign tourist has been rescued from the Sagarmatha region, home to the world's highest peak, Mount Everest.

Pakistan FM Aurangzeb thanks ADB's USD 500 million loan for climate protection

Pakistan's Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb expressed gratitude for the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) USD 500 million loan to support Pakistan for climate protection, ARY News reported.

Trees uprooted in Odisha amid winds and heavy downpour as Cyclone Dana makes landfall

Odisha's Bhadrak district experienced severe disruptions early on Friday as Cyclone Dana made landfall in the eastern state.

India, Pakistan arrest farmers for burning crop waste as pollution rises

At least 16 farmers have been arrested in India’s northern state of Haryana for illegally burning paddy stubble to clear fields, a practice that stokes air pollution in the region around New Delhi at the onset of winter…

Cash-strapped Maldives Slashes Government Appointees

The Maldives president has sacked more than 225 political appointees, including ministers, in a bid to reduce the cash-strapped Indian Ocean nation's expenditure, his office said on Tuesday.

India, Pakistan avoid blaming each other at SCO meeting

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reportedly held an “informal interaction” with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar

CFRD in Association with CPC, distributed emergency relief material to recent flood victims in Kathmandu

On October 4th International Department of the CPC, on the coordination with the China Foundation for Rural Development(CFRD) and New Light Foundation has conducted emergency relief distribution program.

Second Trans-Himalaya Communication and Social Development Conference Commenced in Kathmandu University

The program has been conducted primarily focusing on the sharing of the communication ideas and cultures of both the countries.

​The National Endowment for Democracy:What It Is and What It Does

Global dialogue Nepal special session program to deepen China's reforms by China Media Group CMG

The Global Dialogue Nepal special sessionprogram titled "Global Opportunities

Foreign Secretary Sewa Lamsal Attended China-South Asia Co-opertaion Forum

Nepal's Foreign Secretary, Sewa Lamsal left for Kunming,China on July 22 and attended China-South Asia Co-opertaion Forum on July 24.

Nepal’s Foreign Secretary visit to Kunming, China (Photo Fetaures)

Nepal's Foreign Secretary, Sewa Lamsal left for Kunming,China on July 22 and and attended China-South Asia Co-opertaion Forum on July 24.

Indian High Commissioner pays courtesy call on Maldivian Parliament Speaker

Indian High Commissioner to the Maldives Shri Munu Mahawar has paid a courtesy call on Maldivian Parliament Speaker Abdul Raheem Abdulla on Thursday.

Taiwan sees flooding and landslides from Typhoon Gaemi, which caused 22 deaths in the Philippines

Taiwan has seen flooding in low-lying areas, along with landslides and damage to homes and shops after Typhoon Gaemi made landfall on the island.

155 foreign students leave Sylhet, Bangladesh amid ongoing unrest

Due to the ongoing situation in Bangladesh, 155 foreign students have left Sylhet and gone back to their respective countries.

Sri Lanka cuts interest rates after finalising debt restructure

Sri Lanka's central bank has cut benchmark interest rates, marking the first reduction since finalising debt restructure plans with its international creditors.

8th China-South Asia Expo opens in SW China's Kunming

People visit the 8th China-South Asia Expo in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 23, 2024. The 8th China-South Asia Expo opened on Tuesday in Kunming, the capital of southwest China's Yunnan Province, attra…

Well Equipped Hospital In Chautara, Nepal by Chinese Government, Increases Patients Flow

After the Chinese government moved Charikot Hospital to a new building equipped with facilities within an 18-month period, significant changes have occurred. It's not just trhe physical construction, the internal aspect…

Government repatriates students from Bangladesh

Amid escalating protest and violence in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, the government has stepped up efforts to ensure the safe return of Bhutanese students studying at various universities in Bangladesh.

All Nepali students in Bangladesh safe-Foreign Minister Dr Rana

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Arzu Rana Deuba informed that all Nepali students in Bangladesh are safe.

Nepal-China relations getting stronger

Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Prabhuram Sharma said the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) has made a great sacrifice in the history of China and the relations between the armies of the two countries, Nepal and China, a…

Chinese Embassy in Nepal Celebrates 97 Successful Years of People's Liberation Army

Chinese embassy in Nepal organised a grand reception on 21st July to celebrate the 97th anniversary of the Founding of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of August 1st. Army Day is a great celebration in China …

Indian team begins search for missing bus and passengers

The team from India that came to assist with the search for two passenger buses and its passengers that were swept away by a landslide on the Naragangadh-Muglin road has started working on the site of the incident.

Bangladesh state TV set ablaze in deadly protests

Protesters have set fire to the headquarters of the state broadcaster in Bangladesh as violent clashes between students and police continue, the authorities say.

Nepal is special priority partner: Indian PM Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on being appointed as the Prime Minister of Nepal.

Pakistan, Chinese militaries to continue cooperation: Gen Munir

Emphasising on all-weather friendship between Pakistan and China, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Syed Asim Munir has said that bilateral ties between both countries are "exceptional" and their militaries will "contin…

Chen Song Made a Courtesy Meeting with Newly Appointed Foreign Minister Rana

Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Mr. Chen Song met with Nepali Foreign Minister Arju Rana to exchange pleasantries. They agreed during Wednesday's meeting that bilateral cooperation between the two countries would be strength…

Pakistani students in Bangladesh asked to stay away from protests

Pakistan High Commission in Bangladesh has advised all the Pakistani students to take safety precautions and stay away from violent protests which have claimed the lives of six people.

Courtesy Meeting Between Newly Appointed PM Oli and Chinese Ambassador to Nepal Chen Song

Chinese Ambassador to Nepal met and congratulated newly appointed Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli by visiting him. The Ambassador reached Singh Durbar and extended congratulations to Prime Minister Oli after taking oath of …

Pakistan no longer diplomatically isolated: Dar

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar made it clear on Tuesday that Pakistan was no longer diplomatically isolated, emphasising that the country was engaging with the world with open arms and striv…

Nepal to Host Two Days South Asian Travel Award (SATA) Ceremony

South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) today announced its 2024 promises to celebrate and honor excellence in the hospitality sector across the region with a two days of celebration. SATA is an annual event that recognizes an…

PPD discusses future initiatives for South-South cooperation

The 39th executive committee meeting and 27th board meeting of Partners in Population and Development (PPD) on Sunday discussed different initiatives to strengthen South-South cooperation.

Eight people killed after gun battles erupt in Kashmir

Two soldiers and six suspected gunmen were killed in two separate gun battles in India-administered Kashmir, police have said.

All sluice gates of Gandak Barrage opened

All the gates of Gandak barrage have been opened after the water level in Narayani river rose to above the warning level.

Power grid connectivity Sri Lanka and India poised to form joint venture

Sri Lanka and India are now poised to form a joint venture to execute the power grid connectivity project, Daily Mirror learns.

“Perunthalaiver” Rajavarothayam Sampanthan’s Political Journey

Rajavarothayam Sampanthan a lawyer by profession served as MP for the Trincomalee electorate from 1977 to 1983.

AI-powered robots showcased during 2024 World AI Conference in Shanghai

AI-powered robots showcasing various skills have captivated lots of visitors during the 2024 World AI Conference.

PM Modi to visit Russia on July 8-9, his first since Ukraine war

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Russia on July 8-9 to hold talks with President Vladimir Putin, Kremlin said on Thursday.

2024 World AI Conference on global governance opens in Shanghai

A staff member demonstrates a two-foot robot that stays upright despite interference during the 2024 World AI Conference in Shanghai, east China, July 4, 2024.

Narayangadh-Butwal road section: 52% works in eastern section

The second time extended deadline for the completion of Narayangadh-Butwal road widening project is expiring on coming July 23.

Monsoon to become more active in next few days

Monsoon is expected to be further active by coming Thursday.

MDP’s leader Shahid meets Chinese President Xi Jinping

Main opposition MDP’s leader and former foreign minister Abdulla Shahid, on Friday, met with China’s president Xi Jinping.

Goods, passengers allowed under Bangladesh-India railway deal

Neighbouring India can use Bangladesh rail lines to carry goods and passengers across its territory, and Bangladesh can carry goods and passengers to Nepal, Bhutan and India using Indian rail lines, according to the newl…

'Potentially apocalyptic': UN warns against spread of Israeli war on Gaza

The outgoing United Nations humanitarian chief warned that a spread of the Israeli war in Gaza to Lebanon would be "potentially apocalyptic", as fighting raged on in southern Gaza.

Wind shift raises concerns over North Korean trash balloon launches

South Korea is monitoring an expected change in the wind direction on Monday that could allow North Korea to send more trash-carrying balloons across their heavily armed border, in their latest bout of tit-for-tat psych…

Nepal imports petroleum worth Rs. 264 billion while total export amounts only Rs. 139 billion

Nepal has been spending billions of rupees annually for the import of petroleum products.

Glacier melt hampers livelihood of downstream communities

When Phu Sherpa, an icefall doctor, started his work in 2015, he found plenty of solid ice while securing routes through the Khumbu Icefall on Mt. Everest.

Soldiers on video Lankan, not Indian: MNDF

Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) clarifies nationality of the soldiers on a now viral video, confirming they are Sri Lankans not Indians.

WHO asks Sri Lanka to be alert on bird flu as global fears mount

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has directed Sri Lanka to go on alert in the wake of the recent detection of avian influenza or bird flu in humans in neighbouring countries like India,Daily Mirror learns.

Jaishankar shares with Prime Minister how BJP weathered election campaign

Such was the case when Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena met with visiting Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Thursday.

Jaishankar seeks non-derailment of India-funded projects under incoming government

With the prospect of elections in Sri Lanka, visiting Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar reportedly said in his meetings here that it is important that India-funded projects such as renewable energy proje…

India-China ties in focus as PM Hasina flies to Delhi Friday

India-China relations will be in focus as Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will leave for New Delhi on a two-day state visit on Friday.

Sri Lanka resumes eye cornea donation to Pakistan

Sri Lanka resumed donation of eye corneas to Pakistan. It was stopped following the Covid-19 pandemic, an official said.

India's nuclear capability greater than Pakistan: SIPRI

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), in its annual assesment of the state of armaments, has stated that India has a greater nuclear capability than Pakistanannual assessment.

President Paudel in Germany

President of Nepal Ramchandra Paudel reached Berlin on Saturday local time on an official visit of Germany, at the cordial invitation of President of the Federal Republic of Germany Dr Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

Nepalese journalists Discusses Press Challenges and Diplomatic Role

The Nepal-China Media Forum this evening wrapped up a discussion tackling the hurdles facing Nepal's print media and exploring the media's role in nurturing sustainable relations between Nepal and China.

Crucial crossing on Libya-Tunisia border to partially reopen after months of closure

The Ras Ajdir border crossing, a vital land link between Libya and Tunisia, will partially reopen on Thursday following months of closure, the Libyan Interior Ministry announced on Wednesday.

Productive discussions with President: Jaishankar

Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Subramanyam Jaishankar has said he had a productive discussion with the President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, during the latter's visit to India to attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swear…

Through Nepali Eyes: The Practice of Chinese Path to Modernization

Through Nepali Eyes: The Practice of Chinese Path to Modernization, a travel memory book to China by Nepalese team, was successfully launched on June 10 by conducting an event, "Through Nepali Eyes: The Practice of Chine…

Nepal Takes Dragon Boat Friendship Competition Trophey Home From China

On June 10, 2024, the Lulang China-Nepal Plateau Dragon Boat Friendship Competition was held in Linzhi, Tibet, China. This event is not only a show of dragon boat racing spirit, but also an important platform for deepeni…

Nepal Wins the Preliminary round of China-Nepal Plateau Dragon Boat Friendship Race

On the early morning of the 10th of June, the preliminary section of "Lulang China-Nepal Plateau Dragon Boat Friendship Competition" was successfully completed.

South Asia Network TV will broadcasts 2024 Lulang China-Nepal Plateau Dragon Boat Friendship Race

A International Sports Festival 2024 Tibet Linzhi Namcha Barwa Plateau Sports event has attracted the world's attention.

Xi meets Pakistani PM

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing on Friday.

Incentivise Agriculture To Achieve Prosperity

In February 2021, China declared its decisive victory in eradicating extreme poverty despite unintended hindrances imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. It lifted over 800 million people out of poverty in the last four decad…

India invites Pres Muizzu to Modi's swearing in

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has been invited to attend the oath taking ceremony of Narendra Modi, who will be swearing in for the position a third time.

Heads of state of China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan congratulate signing of intergovernmental agreement on railway project

Chinese President Xi Jinping, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Thursday congratulated via video link the signing of an intergovernmental agreement in Beijing on the China-Kyrgyzsta…

Maldives-Lanka discuss combatting illegal fishing

The Foreign Ministers of the Maldives and Sri Lanka have discussed on working together to combat illega, unregulated and unreported fishing activities in the countries' respective EEZs and beyond.

Pakistan, China sign 32 MoUs to forge economic cooperation

Pakistan and China Wednesday further forged their economic collaboration by signing 32 MOUs in energy, infrastructure development, farming, engineering, construction and logistics sectors. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif i…

China-aided airport in Pakistan's Gwadar port city starts flight test

The China-aided New Gwadar International Airport in Pakistan has started carrying out a five-day flight test from Tuesday, marking that the project is about to enter the final sprint stage, the airport's project manageme…

Sri Lankan eyes to Pakistan, 36,000 corneas donated

Sri Lanka has donated as many as 36,000 corneas to Pakistan over many decades, a top official said.

SL refutes reports of move to sell surplus ammunition to Ukraine via Poland

Sri Lanka's Ministry of Defence has refuted recent media reports, stating that Poland is utilizing intermediaries to procure surplus ammunitions from Sri Lanka to transfer to Ukraine.

India denies proposing to form Free Trade Agreement with Maldives

The Indian government has denied proposing to form a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Maldives, as was remarked by Maldivian Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed.

Cash for trash?

There is cash in the trash! So have we heard this multiple times. However, if there is not much cash, this initiative of making money from trash could ease the burden of the mounting trash issue.

Turbulence on Doha-Dublin flight leaves 12 injured

Twelve people have been injured due to turbulence on a flight from Doha to Dublin.

More than 670 estimated dead in Papua New Guinea landslide

Unstable terrain, remote locations and damaged roads are hampering relief efforts in Papua New Guinea after more than 670 people were feared killed in a landslide last week in the Pacific nation's north, the United Natio…

Police rescue Nepali held against will at Male’ guesthouse

Police, on Friday night, rescued a foreigner being held against will at a guesthouse in Male’ City.

World Food Forum to launch Bhutan Chapter for youth

The World Food Forum (WFF), facilitated by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Bhutan, is launching the country chapter in June to empower young people to be more engaged in policy making, f…

China donates 1,500 tons of drinking water

China's Xizang Autonomous Region has gifted 1,500 tons of mineral water to the Maldives government on Thursday.

Lumbini Master Plan sees 3% progress in 5 years

The Lumbini Master Plan, one of the national pride projects of the government, has not been completed even 46 years after the government announced its construction.

Mountainous Countries are the Worst Sufferer of Climate Change: Prachanda

Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has said that the communities living in the high mountain areas are in the worst and most vulnerable state of climate change.

’We will not allow anyone to harm India’s security’: Ali Sabry

Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry affirmed his country's commitment to safeguarding India's national security interests on Monday, stating that Colombo, as a responsible neighbour, will not allow anyone to harm India…

70 Years of Nepal-China Relation Celebrated on Sunday (Photo Features)

Diplomatic relations between Nepal and China have entered their 70th year. An event was organized at Marriott Hotel on Sunday evening to review bilateral relations. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs N…

EVMs: Public perception in Bhutan and India

Despite lingering reservations among electorates in Bhutan and India regarding Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), officials from both countries say that these machines are secure, reliable, and efficient.

Flash floods kill 50 in western Afghanistan

Flash flooding has killed at least 50 people in western Afghanistan, provincial police said Saturday, with some residents reaching safety on higher ground mere minutes before the water hit.

372 drug peddlers arrested in 10 months in Jhapa

The District Police Office, Jhapa has arrested 372 drug peddlers in the past ten months.

14 Sri Lankan fishermen arrested by Indian Navy

The Indian Navy has arrested 14 Sri Lankan fishermen along with five boats for crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and for fishing sea cucumber on Thursday, May 16, 2024,

Secret to a happy marriage revealed - and it's not what you think

What makes love ever-lasting? This is the topic of clinical psychologists John and Julie Gottman.

147MW Patrind hydropower project: Korean firm wins case against NTDC in London court of arbitration

A Korean firm has won the case against the Government of Pakistan in the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) for the inclusion of escalated cost in the true-up tariff and failure of NTDC in evacuating elect…

Local journalists to receive training in Pakistan

Maldives Media Council (MMC) has held discussions with the Pakistan High Commission in the Maldives on the possibility of training and capacity-building programs for Maldivian journalists through Pakistan educational ins…

Maldivian FM meets Qatari PM; both commit to stronger ties

Maldives and Qatar reaffirm the commitment to strengthening the partnership between the two countries on Sunday, in a meeting between Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer and Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim…

Indian FM reminds Maldivian counterpart of support provided over the years

Indian External Affairs Minister Dr Subramaniyam Jaishankar, on Thursday, reminded his Maldivian counterpart, Moosa Zameer, of the numerous assistance India has provided to Maldives over the years.

Maldives Foreign Minister leaves for India on official visit

Minister of Foreign Affairs Moosa Zameer on Wednesday left for India on an official visit.

Asia’s rising temperature threatens Bhutan’s glaciers

In the face of changing climate and weather patterns, lack of disaster risk knowledge, observations and forecasting, dissemination and communication, and preparedness to respond are the major challenges facing Bhutan and…

Outcry grows over Israel's move to shut down Al Jazeera broadcasting

Global human rights organisations and press bodies have criticised a decision by Tel Aviv to shut down Al Jazeera television.

Anti-Pakistan rhetoric during India polls threat to Muslims, peace: Dar

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar Sunday strongly condemned the surge in anti-Pakistan rhetoric and Islamophobic narratives by India’s political leaders during the ongoing Lok Sabha elections,…

Japanese Minister observes Basantapur area

Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Kamikawa Yoko observed the Basantapur area of Kathmandu on Sunday. She arrived in Nepal today itself. The visiting Japanese Minister reached Basantapur at 2.00 pm.

Bangladesh, Japan, India forge new development pathways

Referring to the comment, Prof Mamun said both Japan and India have “significant, serious, and senior-level commitment. That means this region has high economic potential.”

73 succumb to tobacco consumption every day

General Secretary of Right to Health and Tobacco Control Network Nepal Purnabhakta Duwal has said that 73 people die every day in the country due to tobacco consumption.