HighlightsHetauda has brought a cargo-vehicle weighbridge back into operation after being closed since 2077.Narayan Transport Entrepreneurs Association is operating the facility at Thānābharyāng, Hetauda Sub-Metropolitan City 11.The weighbridge is intended to control overloaded cargo vehicles using the Tribhuvan Highway.The move follows the closure of the...
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HighlightsKrishna Bhir, about 83 km from Kathmandu along the Prithvi Highway in Dhading, has a long history of repeated slope failures.A major landslide in August 2000 blocked the highway for about 11 days before single-lane traffic was restored.The slope became a landmark case for combining...
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HighlightsTata Punch EV facelift has launched across Nepal following its debut at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026.The Nepal-spec model gets a 40 kWh battery and a motor producing 129 hp and 154 Nm.The larger-battery version carries an ARAI-certified range of 468 km, with an...
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HighlightsKathmandu Valley transport master plan proposes 9 major bus terminals.Koteshwor-Lokanthali identified as the priority location for a new intercity bus terminal.Modern bus stops proposed every 400 to 600 metres across the Valley.Dedicated bus lanes recommended on major corridors.Plan calls for replacing small, aging public vehicles...
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HighlightsKathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office has instructed officers not to shake hands while on duty.The directive was circulated to subordinate traffic units on Tuesday.Officers must greet drivers and service seekers with Namaskar instead.The move follows public complaints and social media criticism.Authorities say handshakes have been...
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HighlightsKathmandu Valley public transport network could be reorganized into three route categories.The proposal comes under the Kathmandu Sustainable Urban Transport Project (KSUTP).Existing 200 public transport routes would be revised, merged or replaced.Primary corridors would use 12 to 18-meter buses and dedicated bus lanes.Medium-capacity routes would...
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HighlightsRoyal Enfield Classic 350 Flex Fuel spotted testing on public roadsDevelopment aligns with India’s ethanol fuel adoption strategyBased on the existing Classic 350 platformExpected to support higher ethanol blendsVisual changes minimal, mechanical updates likely significantNo official launch timeline confirmed yetSignals Royal Enfield’s move toward alternative...
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HighlightsPedestrians now fall under traffic enforcement, not just driversOn-the-spot fines up to Rs 500 proposed for rule violationsTransport inspectors gain new authority under draft legislationTraffic offense scope expands from 20 to 34 categoriesPart of broader road safety reforms targeting disciplineSignals a cultural shift in how...
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Highlights Holi color can embed into paint within minutes, demanding prompt action. Pressure‑gun spray removes 50‑60% of surface pigment instantly. Micro‑fiber cloth preserves finish better than ordinary towels. Household items – lemon juice, baking soda, toothpaste, vinegar – work as spot‑treatments. Avoid high pressure on...
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Highlights Nepal Tourism Board launches a free shuttle bus service on election day, Falgun 21 Three dedicated routes connect major hotels, market hubs, and the airport Service runs from 5 am to 7 pm, covering peak travel windows Buses operate round-trip on the same corridors,...
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Highlights Oxford University scientists publish a fast‑charging lithium‑ion battery technique New staining method lets researchers see polymer binders at 10 nanometer resolution Internal resistance drops up to 40 percent, promising dramatically quicker charges Approach works for current EV and mobile‑phone cells and future silicon‑based designs...
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Highlights InDrive hosts the first Kathmandu Clean Air Dialogue in the capital valley Event held on 11 Falgun 2082 (February 23, 2026) Government, academia, NGOs and private firms share the stage Minister of Forests and Environment, opens the forum Dialogue zeroes in on Environment Pollution,...
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Highlights 10 percent ethanol blend in petrol approved by the cabinet, slated for imminent rollout. Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies to issue the implementation order this month. Expected cut of 13 crore litres of petrol imports per year, saving roughly 6 billion rupees in...
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Highlights Xpeng (Chinese startup) will launch the G02 electric SUV in Nepal soon Design mirrors the Range Rover Sport with a closed front grille and active air intakes Estimated length about 5 meters, putting it in the full‑size SUV bracket Price forecast between $43,000 and $58,000...
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Highlights Mahindra will launch a Scorpio Pickup built on the refreshed Scorpio N platform. Two cabin options: a single‑cab for two occupants and a double‑cab that seats four to five. Powertrain choices include a 2.0‑litre turbo petrol delivering 200 hp and a 2.2‑litre diesel offered...
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Highlights Wuhu, eastern China, rolls out humanoid robot traffic officer on major intersections Six cameras, light‑detection and range‑finding system feed real‑time data to a backend hub Robot signals with hand gestures and audio warning for drivers and cyclists City says the unit works as a...
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Highlights Kalashnikov (the famed AK‑47 rifle maker) unveils the IZH Enduro electric motorcycle Launch slated for early 2026, with production in Russia Two motor options: 3 kW and 5 kW brushless IPMSM units Top speed 120 km/h, single‑charge range up to 100 km Unique flat‑bed...
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Highlights Yamaha Fascino and Yamaha RayZR 125 hybrid scooters recalled in India Issue limited to front disc caliper on units built 2 May 2024 – 3 September 2025 300,000 units affected across both models Free brake‑caliper replacement at any Yamaha service centre Hybrid powertrain delivers...
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Highlights Vinfast introduces three electric scooters – Evo, Felis Two and Viper – for the Indian market All models feature swappable 1.5 kWh LFP battery packs with dual‑slot under‑seat design Viper and Felis Two use a 3 kW BLDC in‑hub motor; Evo is powered by...
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HighlightsFive Mahindra Bolero vehicles illegally imported from India were seized in ItahariEngine and chassis numbers of all vehicles were altered to evade registration checksTraffic police handed over the vehicles to the Revenue Investigation Office for legal actionAuthorities warn the public against buying vehicles without verified...
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