KATHMANDU: The Nagdhunga–Sisnekhola Tunnel is undergoing technical testing ahead of its scheduled opening in January. The Nagdhunga Tunnel Construction Project, under the Department of Roads (DoR), launched tests on the 2,688-meter tunnel after completing installation of various systems, including ventilation,…

KATHMANDU: The blacktopping of the eastern stretch of the Muglin–Pokhara road has been completed. According to China Communication Construction Company, the construction company executing the project, the expansion and blacktopping of the 41.5-kilometre stretch from Abukhaireni to Jamune into a…

KATHMANDU: A preliminary study has identified over 1.12 billion cubic meters of methane gas in Dailekh, but well test analysis is required to determine its commercial viability. The discovery was made in Bhairavi Rural Municipality-1 in Dailekh, located in Karnali…

KATHMANDU: Tensions in the Gulf region have raised fears about a possible shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran. This comes after recent military actions by the United States, and experts warn that such a move could disrupt global…

KATHMANDU: Jagdamba Motors, the official distributor for Malaysian automobile brand Proton, has unveiled plans to install 25 DC fast chargers across key locations by the end of August. According to the company, it is installing the most powerful public charging…