USAID cuts funding, hurts Nepal’s development projects
Kathmandu, Nepal – The recent decision by the Trump administration to stop USAID funding has caused problems for Nepal. The budget cuts put nearly $700 million in grants at risk … Read More
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Emphasizing that all types of helicopter flights should not be allowed in the Everest region
KHUMBU —Recently, the issue of whether or not to allow commercial helicopter flights in the Sagarmatha National Park area, which is listed as a World Heritage Site, has drawn attention … Read More
Rabi Lamicchane released on Rs 1 crore bail amid multiple fraud charges
KATHMANDU– Rabi Lamichhane, president of the National Independent Party, was released from Rupandehi District Court on bail after depositing 1 crore rupees. Lamichhane faces charges of cooperative fraud, organized crime, … Read More
Solukhumbu administration issues warning against obstruction of helicopter flights
The District Administration Office of Solukhumbu has issued a warning stating that individuals hindering helicopter flights within the district will face legal repercussions. Anoj Kumar Ghimire, Chief District Officer, released … Read More
7.1-magnitude earthquake hits Tibet region, felt across Nepal
KATHMANDU– A significant earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.1 occurred in Tibet, southern China, with tremors felt across Nepal and as far away as India, Bhutan, and Bangladesh, as … Read More
Following threats from local groups, airline operators suspended flights to the Khumbu, Everest region
KHUMBU- NAMCHE BAZAAR – Citing threats from local groups, including the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, the Nepal Air Service Operators Association has suspended helicopter and commercial flights in the … Read More
Rural municipality threatens action over helicopter flights to Khumbu
KHUMBU– A contentious proposal to ban helicopter sightseeing tours in one of the world’s most iconic natural regions, home to the planet’s tallest mountain, effective January 1, has sparked debate. … Read More
CAAN vetoes Sagarmatha National Park’s decision to suspend helicopter flights in Khumbu
KHUMBU – An intensifying dispute between Sagarmatha National Park, home to Mount Everest, and the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal has arisen regarding restrictions on helicopter sightseeing tours of the … Read More
Commercial helicopter flights banned in Khumbu, Everest region
KHUMBU – The government has announced a ban on commercial helicopter flights in the Sagarmatha National Park area starting January 1, 2025. The decision, effective from January 1 (Poush 17, … Read More
Rabi Lamichhane probed for money laundering
Former deputy prime minister and home minister Rabi Lamichhane, who is allegedly involved in a cooperative fraud case, is now also being investigated for alleged money laundering. He will be … Read More