Trump says Washington will explore a diplomatic solution if talks make progress, but warns that Iran’s demands remain unacceptable as attacks on shipping continue in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Opinion | Can Nepal cook dal bhat on its own electricity?

National (Nepal)

5d ago

Opinion | Can Nepal cook dal bhat on its own electricity?

Nepal spends tens of billions of rupees a year on cooking gas. A 10-year electric-cooking mission could cut the bill, starting with households, hotels and the grid.

#cooking #electric

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Three in four transport jobs in Nepal are informal

National (Nepal)

5d ago

Three in four transport jobs in Nepal are informal

ILO study calls for stronger labour protections, affordable social security contributions, and a legal framework to protect ride-hailing and delivery workers.

#transport #labour #sector

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Q&A: Before we get high on the cannabis law, let’s measure the plant

National (Nepal)

5d ago

Q&A: Before we get high on the cannabis law, let’s measure the plant

Dr Amrit Baral says Gandaki’s cannabis law is a welcome start but argues it still lacks the science, standards and public education to work.

#baral #amrit #gandaki

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Top-four race goes down to the wire as NPL Season 3 nears league-stage conclusion

Sports

5d ago

Top-four race goes down to the wire as NPL Season 3 nears league-stage conclusion

With defending champions Lumbini Lions leading the pack, six franchises remain in mathematical contention for playoff qualification.

#npl #lions #lumbini

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Nepal’s share market weathers political jitters

Business & Economy

5d ago

Nepal’s share market weathers political jitters

Rumours of a possible arrest of a top politician, business figures in custody, and the Tihar festive season rattled investors, but technical indicators suggest the market is regaining some stability.

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Nepal’s game developers seek tax relief, Google access to scale globally

National (Nepal)

5d ago

Nepal’s game developers seek tax relief, Google access to scale globally

Industry leaders say high taxes and restrictions on Google Play merchant accounts are stifling local developers, as the prime minister pledges to create conditions for a home-grown technology unicorn.

#google #shah

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Nepal launches TikTok campaign to promote tourism to global audiences

National (Nepal)

5d ago

Nepal launches TikTok campaign to promote tourism to global audiences

The campaign, running until the end of 2026, aims to showcase Nepal’s natural beauty, cultural heritage and diverse tourism experiences through digital storytelling and international content creators.

#tik #tok #tiktok

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Nepal’s peak electricity demand hits 1,813MW on Laxmi Puja evening

National (Nepal)

6d ago

Nepal’s peak electricity demand hits 1,813MW on Laxmi Puja evening

The country exported 587.3MW of surplus power to India, while electricity supply remained uninterrupted nationwide during peak hours.

#laxmi-puja #electricity #authority

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Nepal expects peak electricity demand to reach 1,700MW on Laxmi Puja

National (Nepal)

6d ago

Nepal expects peak electricity demand to reach 1,700MW on Laxmi Puja

The Nepal Electricity Authority says domestic generation will be sufficient to meet demand during Tihar, with industries expected to remain closed and power exports continuing.

#laxmi-puja #electricity #tihar

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