International

Indonesia aims to end diesel imports in 2026 with expanded biodiesel program

6 months ago

Indonesia aims to halt diesel fuel imports in 2026 as the government accelerates its biodiesel program and boosts domestic refinery capacity, marking a major step toward strengthening energy security and...

China launches new internet satellite group

6 months ago

China launched a Long March-12 carrier rocket on Friday in the southern island province of Hainan, sending a group of internet satellites into space.The rocket lifted off at 7:00 a.m....

German economy to grow 0.1 pct in 2025, dragged by U.S. tariffs

6 months ago

Germany is facing a stronger-than-expected drag from U.S. tariff hikes, several leading research institutes said Thursday. They now project the economy to grow by only 0.1 percent in 2025, 0.1...

Asian markets track Wall St record after Fed cut

6 months ago

Asian equities rose Friday as investors tracked a record day on Wall Street in the wake of the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate cut.The gains came despite renewed concerns about...

Tech tracking to tackle human-wildlife conflict in Zimbabwe

6 months ago

In the sun-scorched lands bordering Zimbabwe's largest wildlife sanctuary, Takesure Moyo pedals through his village each morning on a mission to help his community coexist with the elephants and predators...

Thai PM dissolves parliament, paving way for national elections

6 months ago

Thailand's prime pinister dissolved parliament on Friday, paving the way for general elections early next year as deadly border clashes continue with neighbour Cambodia.The move comes earlier than expected and...

UAE, EU launch negotiations on strategic partnership agreement

6 months ago

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the European Union (EU) on Thursday launched negotiations on a Strategic Partnership Agreement, both sides announced.According to a report by the UAE's official WAM...

UK economic growth to stay subdued in 2026: report

6 months ago

The outlook of British economic growth will remain subdued in 2026 as the Budget released in late November is unlikely to kickstart the economy, a forecast from the British Chambers...

S. Korea's gov't sees signs of economy emerging from slump

6 months ago

South Korea's government has detected signs that the domestic economy is shaking off a slump, fueled by reviving domestic consumption and a semiconductor export boom, according to a report released...

Chinese carmaker Geely launches new hybrid car in Israel

6 months ago

Chinese carmaker Geely Auto on Thursday launched its first hybrid model in Israel, Geo Mobility, Geely's official importer, said in a statement.The Geely Starray EM-i, a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle...

19 sheep killed in snow leopard attack in Mustang

6 months ago

Mustang, Dec 12: Sixteen sheep and three mountain goats were killed in a snow leopard attack nearby Temperate Horticulture Development Centre at Gharpajong-2, Marfa last night.The Annapurna Conservation Area Project...

Nihao China tourism promotion event concludes exploring Nepal-China tourism cooperation

6 months ago

Kathmandu, Dec 12: In its bid to promote tourism, cultures, cuisines and experiences of Nepal and China, a promotion event was organized in Kathmandu on Thursday.Organized by China National Tourist...

Regulations will be revised for NRNA's development fund: Minister Khanal

6 months ago

Kathmandu, Dec 11: Finance Minister Rameshwor Prasad Khanal has expressed commitment to revise the existing regulations for development fund that the Non-Resident Nepali Association is going to launch.During a discussion...

SAFF Women Club Championship: APF and Transport United play goalless draw

6 months ago

Kathmandu, Dec 11: In a football match held under the ongoing SAFF Women Club Championship, the APF Club of Nepal and the Transport United FC of Bhutan played a goalless...

Nepali cricket team reaches UAE to take part in ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup

6 months ago

Kathmandu, Dec 11: The ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup is beginning in UAE on Friday. On the first day of the tournament, India and the organizing team UAE, and Pakistan...

PM Karki extends best wishes to chess players

6 months ago

Kathmandu, Dec 11: Prime Minister Sushila Karki conveyed her best wishes to two chess players who are traveling to Doha, Qatar to compete in the World Chess Championship.During a meeting...