KATHMANDU, Aug 1: The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) reported a rise in the prices of petroleum products imported from India as per the new list sent by the Indian Oil Corporation, the sole supplier of petroleum products to NOC.

Alternative being sought to Narayanghat-Mugling road

Published On: August 1, 2023 02:45 PM NPT By: Basanta Dhungana

CHITWAN, Aug 1: Amit Poudel, a bus driver responsible for transporting passengers from Butwal on Sunday, found himself in a rush to reach Kathmandu. Departing from Pulchok at 3:30 in the afternoon, he couldn't help but worry about the possibility of the Narayanghat-Mugling road being closed.

Gold price increases by Rs 400 per tola

Published On: August 1, 2023 12:25 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, August 1: The price of gold has increased by 400 per tola in the domestic market today.

KATHMANDU, Aug 1: Chief Secretary Dr Baikuntha Aryal has said collaboration and cooperation between government and private sector helps foster economic activities.

Nepal reports 77 percent paddy transplantation by July end

Published On: July 31, 2023 06:46 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 31: As of July 28, the paddy transplantation rate across the country stands at 77 percent, according to the Agriculture Information and Training Center.

KATHMANDU, July 31: Chinese airline company Sichuan Airlines has announced plans to expand its regular flight operations in Nepal, aiming to offer a total of 7 flights per week starting from the last week of August. The airline had resumed regular flights back in March and currently operates four flights weekly on the Kathmandu-Chengdu route.

Mouse found on Yeti Airlines aircraft at Pokhara Airport

Published On: July 31, 2023 02:58 PM NPT By: Republica

POKHARA, July 31: An unexpected delay occurred at the Pokhara Regional International Airport (PRIA) when a mouse was spotted on board a Yeti Airlines flight, which was scheduled to depart for Kathmandu.

JALESHWOR, July 31: Inadequate monsoon rains this season in Mahottari have adversely affected paddy transplantation in the district. So far, the district in the Madhesh Province has reported only 40 percent of paddy transplantation.

Gold price drops by Rs 300 per tola

Published On: July 31, 2023 12:40 PM NPT By: Republica

KATHMANDU, July 31: The price of gold has dropped by Rs 300 per tola in the domestic market today.

KATHMANDU, July 31: Following a series of air accidents in the past year, the Airlines Operators Association of Nepal has taken proactive measures by forming a 'Special Task Force.' Led by former tourism secretary Yagya Prasad Gautam, the four-member committee aims to analyze the incidents and present a comprehensive report within a month.