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Jeep Accident in Bajura Claims Two Lives, 12 Injured

A tragic jeep accident in Bajura has claimed the lives of two elderly individuals and left 12 others injured. The victims have been identified as 73-year-old Baza Rokaya and 75-year-old Bijura Rokaya, both residents of Synyabada, Himali Rural Municipality–5. According to the District Police Office, Bajura, the accident occurred around 9 a.m. on Thursday when a jeep (registration number 03001 Ja 0338) traveling from Kyudi to Dhulachaur veered off the road near Kyudi and fell approximately 250 meters downhill. The two elderly passengers died on the spot. Police Inspector Dev Bahadur Chaudhary informed that the 12 injured passengers are being…

Nepal Ranks 92nd in the World’s Most Powerful Passports List

Nepal has ranked 92nd in the Henley Passport Index 2025, placing it ninth from the bottom among the world's most powerful passports. Out of 101 countries assessed, Nepal shares the 92nd position with South Sudan and Nigeria. Compared to last year (2024), when Nepal ranked 87th, it has dropped five spots. Countries that rank below Nepal include Sudan, Libya, North Korea, Bangladesh, Yemen, Pakistan, Somalia, Iraq, Syria, and Afghanistan — with Afghanistan at the bottom of the list. The Henley Passport Index ranks passports based on the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa — either…

Two Teenage Sisters Found Hanging in Bhaktapur

Two teenage sisters have been found dead by hanging in Bhaktapur. According to police, 17-year-old Menuka Kandel and her 15-year-old sister, Srijana Kandel, originally from Panchapuri Municipality–8 in Surkhet, were discovered hanging in Madhyapur Thimi Municipality–8, Bode, Bhaktapur. The sisters were found on Thursday morning hanging from an iron rod in the passage of the ground floor of a two-storey house owned by Chakradhar Prajapati in Sintitar, Bode. Both were tied with a single nylon rope, according to DSP Dhundiraj Neupane of the Bhaktapur District Police Office. Police have stated that further investigation into the incident is underway.

Nepal Rastra Bank Announces Foreign Exchange Rates for Today

Nepal Rastra Bank has set the foreign currency exchange rates for today. According to the central bank, the buying rate for one US Dollar is NPR 137.96, and the selling rate is NPR 138.56. The buying and selling rates for other major currencies are as follows: Euro: NPR 161.78 (buying), NPR 162.48 (selling) UK Pound Sterling: NPR 186.70 (buying), NPR 187.51 (selling) Swiss Franc: NPR 173.86 (buying), NPR 174.62 (selling) Australian Dollar: NPR 90.96 (buying), NPR 91.35 (selling) Canadian Dollar: NPR 101.56 (buying), NPR 102.00 (selling) Singapore Dollar: NPR 108.00 (buying), NPR 108.47 (selling) For Asian currencies: Japanese Yen (per…

Nepal Police Issues Directive to Not Publicize Photos or Videos of Arrested Person

The Police Headquarters has issued a circular to all police offices across the country instructing them not to release or share photos and videos of individuals arrested in any incident or crime. Deputy Inspector General Vinod Ghimire, the central spokesperson for Nepal Police, informed that during press conferences or while sharing any information, police units nationwide have been directed to refrain from publicizing or distributing images and videos of arrested persons. This directive follows instructions from the Office of the Attorney General, which advised the Police Headquarters not to release such photos and videos. Based on this guidance, the Police…

Wholesale Prices Set for Fruits and Vegetables at Kalimati Market

The Kalimati Fruits and Vegetables Market Development Committee has announced the maximum wholesale prices for various agricultural products for today. The prices for selected vegetables and fruits are as follows: Large Nepali tomatoes: NPR 60/kg, Small (Tunnel) tomatoes: NPR 35/kg Red potatoes (local): NPR 46/kg, Red potatoes (Indian): NPR 32/kg, Red potatoes (Mudé): NPR 40/kg Dried onions (Indian): NPR 40/kg Carrots (local): NPR 100/kg, Carrots (Terai): NPR 85/kg Cabbage (local): NPR 30/kg, Cauliflower (local): NPR 70/kg, Cauliflower (Terai): NPR 60/kg Red radish: NPR 50/kg, White radish (hybrid): NPR 35/kg Long beans: NPR 30/kg, Round beans: NPR 40/kg, Pole beans: NPR…

House of Representatives Meeting Scheduled for Thursday at 1 PM

The House of Representatives will convene on Thursday afternoon at 1 PM in the Federal Parliament Building, New Baneshwor. The agenda includes the presentation and discussion of two bills. Minister for Women, Children, and Senior Citizens, Nawal Kishor Sah Sudi, will present a proposal to consider the “Human Trafficking and Transportation (Control) (First Amendment) Bill, 2081.” Similarly, Minister of Education, Science, and Technology, Raghuji Pant, is scheduled to propose consideration of the “Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology Bill, 2081,” which originated in the National Assembly. On the same day, three parliamentary committee meetings will also take place. These include the International…

Weak Monsoon Activity Across Nepal; Heavy Rainfall Likely in Some Areas

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has reported that monsoon activity remains weak across the country. The monsoon trough is currently located south of the average position, which has reduced the likelihood of widespread rainfall. According to the department, partly to generally cloudy weather is expected on Thursday in Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim provinces, while the remaining provinces will see partly cloudy skies. Light to moderate rainfall with thunder and lightning is likely at a few places in the hilly regions of these provinces and at isolated locations in other areas. For tonight, generally cloudy conditions are expected…

Inactive Demat Accounts to Be Suspended; Unrenewed Accounts for 5 Years to Be Closed

Demat accounts with no shareholding and no activity for a long time are now set to be suspended, while those that have not been renewed for over five years will be closed. This provision is part of the Securities and Commodities Market Policy and Program for the fiscal year 2082/83, announced by the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) on Wednesday. SEBON has already instructed the Central Depository System and Clearing Ltd. (CDSC) to implement this provision. Under the new directive, demat accounts with no securities and no renewal for five years can be closed. If the renewal fee has not…

All Office Bearers Elected Unopposed in NRN NCC USA

All office bearers of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) National Coordination Council (NCC) USA have been elected unopposed. According to the election schedule announced for the new leadership of the organization, each position received only one nomination. As a result, the election commission declared all candidates elected unopposed. The election was originally scheduled for July 27 and 28. Although multiple nominations were filed for some posts, most positions had only one candidate. Following consensus efforts by senior members of the association, all candidates were unanimously elected, the commission confirmed on Wednesday. According to the election commission, the following individuals were…