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The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Kathmandu organized a program to launch a book on Tuesday.

Shiva Prasad Pokharel’s book ‘You can be the Boss’ (Tapai Pani Malik Banna Saknuhuncha) was launched amidst a program this afternoon.  

The book highlighted the success stories after the Employment Permit System (EPS).

The book features stories of Nepali returnees from South Korea, focusing on various sectors like manufacturing, agricultures, service, education and business sector, according to a statement issued by the Korean Embassy.

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance minister Bishnu Prasad Poudel, Korean Ambassador to Nepal Park Tae-Young, other officials from both countries and media persons were present on the occasion.

The book aims to inspire and encourage more Nepali youth is multifaceted, encompassing both economic opportunities and cultural impact.

On the occasion, the Korean ambassador said that this book is not merely a compilation of individual experience; it is a living record of the transformative power of bilateral employment cooperation between Korea and Nepal under the Employment Permit System (EPS).

Each individual featured in this book began their journey with courage—leaving home to work in Korea, where they gained not only income but skills, discipline, and a vision for their future, he said.

Upon returning to Nepal, they invested what they had earned—both financially and experientially—into creating businesses, generating local jobs, and contributing to their communities. They are now part of a virtuous cycle of migration, reintegration, and national development, he added.

Fifty Nepali entrepreneurs who came to Nepal from South Korea with skills exemplify what is possible when opportunity is met with ambition. They are more than success stories—they are role models, and their journeys are proof that temporary labor migration, when well-managed and mutually respectful, can bring sustainable benefits to both countries, the ambassador said.

The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 2. 59 points to close at 2,656.06 points on Tuesday. 

Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 0. 50 points to close at 452. 65 points.

A total of 16,400,775-unit shares of 306 companies were traded for Rs 7. 65 billion.

Meanwhile, Pure Energy Limited (PURE) was the top gainer today with its price surging by 9. 99 percent. Likewise, Guardian Micro Life Insurance Limited (GMLI) (GLBSL) was the top loser with its price dropped by 4. 62 percent.

At the end of the day, the total market capitalization stood at Rs 1. 49 trillion.

A few basic ingredients in the pantry, a high-speed blender, and a basic oven are all you need to have in order to whip up some wonderful desserts in your kitchen. The good thing is that most of the recipes we’re sharing today don’t take more than five minutes of preparation. All you have to do is assemble the ingredients, blend them all together, and bake them in the oven or refrigerate them. You don’t believe us? Try them out yourselves. You can thank us later.

Oats banana mug cake

This is a gluten-free, and sugar-free recipe. It’s healthy and hearty and you can actually have this dessert for breakfast or as a mid afternoon snack. Blend half a cup of oats, a medium sized ripe banana, one egg, 1/4 cup of milk, 1/4 cup of baking soda, and a pinch of salt in a high-speed blender. You can add a teaspoon or two of honey or maple syrup if you want some extra sweetness. Once the mixture is ready, pour it into a well greased oven, safe mug or baking dish. You can sprinkle some chocolate chips or raisins on top. Bake for 30 minutes on medium heat.

Mango cheesecake

There are many places in Kathmandu that serve really good cheesecakes. But if you, like us, are skeptical of ordering cheesecakes at places you haven’t tried them before but still can’t resist the temptation then this amazing recipe is for you. We can guarantee that you won’t be spending money on restaurant cheesecake anymore. Grind eight to 10 digestive biscuits and transfer it into a bowl. Add two to three tablespoons of melted butter and let it set. Blend one cup paneer with one cup of hung curd. You can also add a tablespoon or two of honey or any sweetener of your choice to this mixture. Lay this mixture over the digestive biscuit layer. The top most layer is simply mango puree. Refrigerate this for at least four hours before serving.

Healthy brownie 

The brownie recipe we are sharing today is a gluten-free and an eggless one. But don’t be fooled, it’s every bit delicious and moist as the best brownie you’ve ever had. For this, you will have to dry roast 1/4 cup of almonds, 1/4 cup of walnuts, and half a cup of pumpkin seeds. Once that is done, grind it into a smooth powder. Add half a cup of cocoa powder, half teaspoon baking soda, and one teaspoon baking powder and give it all a good mix. You can add one 4th cup of jaggery or half a cup of maple syrup according to your preference. Add 3/4 cup of milk and lightly mix the batter. Pour the batter into a dish lined with baking paper and bake in the oven at 160°C for 30 to 35 minutes. Once done, refrigerate for an hour before indulging in a thick slab of the delicious homemade brownie.

Easy chocolate bar

The hot weather demands ice cream. But ice cream is seldom a guilt free indulgence. What if we told you that you can make healthy ice cream at home and enjoy it without stressing about the calories? The recipe includes fiber rich fox nuts (makhana) and protein rich peanuts. Soak one cup of makhana and half cup of peanuts in a cup of hot milk for half an hour. Blend this with two tablespoons of milk powder, a few drops of vanilla essence, and four tablespoons of honey. Pour this in ice cream molds and freeze overnight. Melt 200 g of dark chocolate and add four tablespoons of coconut oil to it. Dip the ice lollies in it and you have made yourself a healthy and tasty treat.

Date bites

If you have found all the recipes we have shared till now to be easy, wait till you hear this one. It’s one of the easiest things you will ever make and it’s healthy, tasty, and filling as well. You only need four ingredients to make this and you don’t even have to bake it. It’s one of those things you can make when you don’t want to put in much effort, but want to indulge in some delicious dessert. Deseed some soft dates and line them in parchment paper. Using the bottom of a glass, flatten them out and put a tablespoon of peanut butter on top of each. Top it with melted chocolate and garnish with roughly chopped pistachios. Freeze them overnight and your date bites are ready. You can enjoy this as a post meal treat or even as snacks.

Police have arrested three persons with 2,100 kg marijuana from the Dharan-Tarahara road in Itahari sub-metropolis, Sunsari on Tuesday.

Police nabbed them while they were heading towards Itahari from Dharan in a truck (Na 5 Kha 6116).

Police said that they confiscated 70 bags of marijuana hidden among the sacks loaded with vegetables: cabbage and potatoes, according to Superintendent of Police Suman Kumar Timalsina.

Police identified the arrestees as Rajendra Rai (32) of Shahidbhumi Rural Municipality-6, Dhankuta, Sunil Rai (33) and Suman Rai (34) of Barahakshetra Municipality-9, Sunsari.

The Itahari Police Office has launched an investigation into the case under the Narcotics Act, SP Timalsina confirmed.

Air pollution is the number one risk factor for death and disability in Nepal, according to a new report by the World Bank (WB).

Single-sector solutions are not sufficient to meet any clean air target. Public policy and investment need to optimize air quality actions across sectors, prioritizing those with the most cost-effective solutions, says the WB in a new report.

The report, 'Towards Clean Air in Nepal: Benefits, Pollution Sources, and Solutions', serves as a foundational assessment of air pollution in the country and the airshed of the Indo-Gangetic Plain and Himalayan Foothills (IGP-HF).

The report states that Kathmandu Valley and Tarai are Nepal’s air pollution hotspots, with no significant improvement over the past decade. Air pollution reduces life expectancy by 3.4 years for the average Nepali and causes approximately 26,000 premature deaths annually. In addition to health, air pollution impacts labor productivity, tourism, and the aviation sector. The economic cost of poor air quality is equivalent to more than 6 percent of Nepal's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) each year.

“Clean air and economic growth are not in conflict. In fact, the cost of inaction on pollution is far greater than the cost of taking bold steps today," said Minister for Forests and Environment, Ain Bahadur Shahi Thakuri. “From setting stricter industrial emission standards to promoting electric transport, the government is committed to cleaning Nepal’s air."

As pointed out in the Report, the multi-sectoral and multi-regional nature of air pollution requires action on many fronts. They include vehicle emissions, industrial emissions, household cooking, forest fires, and trans-boundary solutions.

The Report suggested actions to reduce vehicular emissions, like continuing to electrify vehicle fleets, including cars, motorcycles, buses, and trucks is critical to address air pollution. This needs to be complemented by strengthening the vehicle inspection and maintenance system and reducing road dust.

Similarly, support for cleaner technology and fuel adoption in industries—   including electric and pellet boilers and furnaces in small and medium enterprises—will help promote cleaner industries. Industrial facilities such as brick and cement factories also need to be supported to burn cleaner and more efficient fuels.

Supporting households to adopt cleaner and, preferably, electric cookstoves is key to cutting household sources of air pollution. Biomass-fueled stoves create both indoor and ambient air pollution.

Forest fire prevention by reducing the fuel load and developing effective awareness programs is critical for reducing the likelihood of forest fires. Effective response systems to put out fires are also needed, the Report said.

The Report also suggests partnering effectively with neighboring countries is critical. Transboundary airflows carry pollutants across borders. The Indo-Gangetic Plain and Himalayan Foothills Region share an airshed, meaning that pollutants can travel across borders, affecting air quality in multiple countries.  Nepal's unique geographical location, particularly the bowl-shaped Kathmandu Valley surrounded by mountains, exacerbates the problem.

Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio, has officially entered the South Asian market with the opening of The Soaltee Kathmandu, Autograph Collection. This marks the brand’s debut in the region, which includes Nepal, India, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, and represents Marriott Bonvoy’s 19th brand in South Asia. The hotel is located in Tahachal, Kathmandu, and features 285 rooms and suites. It incorporates elements of traditional Nepali design, such as wooden jaalis, Thangka paintings, and exposed brick, alongside modern amenities.

According to the company, the hotel also offers views of the Himalayan range and nearby cultural landmarks, including the Swoyambhunath Stupa. Originally established in 1966, The Soaltee is a long-standing hotel in Nepal’s hospitality sector. Now rebranded under the Autograph Collection, the hotel includes a curated installation titled “The Storyteller,” which highlights its historical legacy through various exhibits in public spaces.

Vehicular movement along the Kaligandaki corridor has been obstructed following a rockslide at Baralla in Kaligandaki Rural Municipality-6, Gulmi.

Rural Municipality Chairman Bed Bahadur Thapa informed that efforts are being made to remove the rock.

A police team led by Assistant Inspector of Police, Dev Bahadur Bhujel, has been mobilized from Bhurtung towards the incident site, according to Inspector of Police, Narayan Prasad Adhikari.

People have been urged to adopt alternative routes following the road disruption.

The passengers travelling via the corridor to reach Parbat, Baglung and Pokhara have been badly affected with the road blockade.

A track of road connecting Myagdi and Dhorpatan of Baglung has been opened. The road is considered an alternative route to the Baglung section along the Mid Hill Highway and a ‘lifeline’ of Mangala, Malika, and Dhawalagiri municipalities in Myagdi. The Beni-Darwang-Muna-Jaljala-Dhorpatan road is a short route connecting Dhorpatan with eastern Rukum from Kathmandu and Pokhara via Benighat.

With the federal government budget of Rs 50m, the Road Division Office in Baglung has constructed the track of the road from Dhawalagiri-2, Mereni to Jaljala in Dhorpatan, informed Chairperson of Dhawalagiri Rural Municipality, Prem Prasad Pun. “About nine kilometers of road track has been constructed from the forest above Mereni towards Jaljala. A 10-km dirt road had already connected from Dhorpatan to Jaljala,” he said.

“Although the dozer has reached Jaljala, transportation can only start after the leveling work is completed.” Construction of the road had started from Beni some 27 years ago. A track having a length of around 64 kilometers from Benighat to Jaljala through Muna-Khoriya-Mareni has been opened. It is stated that construction of the road from Benighat to Takshera in the eastern Rukum would shorten the distance by 70 kilometers compared to the Baglung section of the Mid-Hill Highway.