Sweta Singh

Sikkim

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First-Ever Pashmina Festival Held in Kathmandu

Jan 24, 2025 | ddindia.co.in | Ranu Jain |Sweta Singh

The first three-day International Pashmina Festival cum Exhibition organised by Nepal Pashmina Industries Association and the Confederation of Nepalese Industries has drawn the attention of consumers towards delicate, lightweight and warm natural fibre obtained from Chyangra or Pashmina goat. Nepal is one of the prominent producers of authentic Pashmina, often branded as “Chyangra Pashmina” to emphasise its high quality and originality.
Nepal-India border security talks focus on third-country nationals’ illegal entry

Nov 9, 2024 | ddnews.gov.in | Sweta Singh

A high-level meeting on Nepal-India border security coordination commenced in Kathmandu and will continue until Monday. The discussions focus on managing cross-border crime and preventing the illegal entry of third-country nationals. Nepal has proposed measures to enhance crime control in border regions, improve information exchange, and address issues such as revenue leakage, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and the unauthorized entry of third-country citizens.
26 Nepali diplomats and officers visiting India Wednesday

Nov 9, 2024 | ddnews.gov.in | Sweta Singh

A group of twenty-six Nepali diplomats and officers from across ten key Ministries and Departments of the Government of Nepal is visiting India from 20 to 30 November 2024 to participate in the first Special Training Programme for Nepali diplomats and officers at the Sushma Swaraj Institute of Foreign Service (SSIFS), Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
Nepal hosts Plast Nepal 2024 and GeoMandu 2024, focusing on business growth and sustainable infrastructure

Nov 9, 2024 | ddnews.gov.in | Sweta Singh

Kathmandu recently witnessed two significant international events, underscoring the country’s growing focus on economic development and sustainability. The 4th Edition of Plast Nepal 2024 and the second edition of GeoMandu 2024 brought together professionals, businesses, and policymakers to explore advancements in their respective fields.
General Dwivedi of Indian army conferred honorary general rank by Nepali army

Nov 9, 2024 | ddnews.gov.in | Sweta Singh

Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army, General Upendra Dwivedi, is on a five-day official visit to Kathmandu at the invitation of General Ashok Raj Sigdel, Chief of the Army Staff of the Nepali Army. General Dwivedi is leading a five-member delegation, including his spouse, Sunita Dwivedi, Chairperson of the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA) of the Indian Army.
Nepal’s CIB seeks red notices for two women in Miteri cooperative savings embezzlement

Sep 30, 2024 | ddnews.gov.in | Sweta Singh

The Central Investigation Bureau of the Nepal Police has recommended issuing an Interpol red notice against two people in connection with the embezzlement of funds in the Lalitpur-based Miteri Saving and Credit Cooperative Society Limited. The CIB has recommended to the Nepal Police Headquarters, to issue a red notice against Jyoti Gurung and Jyoti Bahadur Bhandari. Jyoti Gurung is the former wife of Nepali Congress Vice-president Dhanraj Gurung and has reportedly fled Nepal.
Thai AirAsia cancels all flights to Kathmandu as Nepal’s winter flight schedu

Sep 30, 2024 | ddnews.gov.in | Sweta Singh

The Civil Aviation Authority Nepal (CAAN) has taken action against Thai AirAsia, suspending all flights to Nepal with immediate effect. However, the airline’s flight to Kathmandu from Thailand was finally allowed to land at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) after being kept ‘on hold’ for around an hour in the sky, according to the aviation regulatory body. It was allowed to land, citing reasons of the safety of the passengers and on humanitarian grounds.
17 Mind-Blowing Michael Jackson Facts That Will Surprise You

Mar 15, 2024 | medium.com | Sweta Singh

Michael Joseph Jackson, the ultimate king of pop, is undoubtedly the biggest superstar the world has ever witnessed. It is truly difficult to find another star with such a massive fan following from around the globe. Jackson was the closest to becoming a superhero and to ‘Heal The World’ with his music that moved the masses beyond mere entertainment. Hence, it is a no-brainer that MJ is the most-awarded artist of all time.
Ten Women Who Changed Science, and the World

Mar 6, 2024 | medium.com | Sweta Singh

There are countless women who have made significant contributions to science, shaping our understanding of the world and advancing various fields. While it’s challenging to narrow it down to just ten, here’s a list of ten remarkable women who have had a profound impact on science:Marie CurieContribution: Pioneering research on radioactivity and the discovery of radium and polonium.
The Obama Effect: How One Man Redefined American Politics

Mar 5, 2024 | medium.com | Sweta Singh

Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, emerged as a transformative figure in American politics. His presidency, spanning two terms from 2009 to 2017, was marked by historic moments, challenges, and a commitment to the ideals of hope and change. Born on August 4, 1961, in Honolulu, Hawaii, Barack Hussein Obama II was raised by his mother, Stanley Ann Dunham, and his grandparents.