Nepal EC to Hold All-Party Meet on October 16 Ahead of March 2026 General Elections

Nepal EC to Hold All-Party Meet on October 16 Ahead of March 2026 General Elections

Kathmandu, October 8(HS): The Election Commission of Nepal has scheduled an all-party meeting on October 16 to discuss preparations for the upcoming House of Representatives elections, set to be held on March 5, 2026. Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari confirmed that formal invitations have been sent to all political parties represented in the…

Gold, Silver Prices Hit Fresh Record Highs Across India

Gold, Silver Prices Hit Fresh Record Highs Across India

New Delhi, October 8(HS): The rally in India’s bullion market continued unabated on Wednesday, with gold and silver prices climbing to new historic highs amid strong domestic demand. Both precious metals surged significantly during the day’s trade, setting fresh benchmarks in major cities.In the day’s trading, 24-carat gold rose by ₹1,150 to ₹1,250 per 10…

India’s Junior Men’s Hockey Team Departs for Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia

India’s Junior Men’s Hockey Team Departs for Sultan of Johor Cup in Malaysia

Bengaluru, October 8(HS): The Indian junior men’s hockey team departed from Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, on Tuesday evening for Malaysia to participate in the 13th edition of the Sultan of Johor Cup, scheduled from October 11 to 18, 2025.Led by captain Rohit, the Indian side aims to improve upon its performance from last year, when…

Nepal Govt Free to Act Against September 8–9 Violence Suspects Without Waiting for Commission Report

Kathmandu, October 8(HS): The Judicial Inquiry Commission formed to investigate the incidents of September 8–9 has clarified that the government does not need to wait for the commission’s final report before taking action against those accused of criminal acts. Headed by retired Justice Gauri Bahadur Karki, the commission stated that law enforcement agencies are free…

Infinity Infoway Makes Stellar Market Debut, IPO Investors See Nearly 100% Gains

Infinity Infoway Makes Stellar Market Debut, IPO Investors See Nearly 100% Gains

New Delhi, October 8(HS): Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions provider Infinity Infoway delivered an exceptional stock market debut on Wednesday, virtually doubling the investment of its IPO subscribers in a single trading session. Shares, issued at ₹155 per share under the company’s initial public offering, were listed at ₹294.50 on the BSE SME platform —…

Shanghai Masters 2025: Battling Fatigue and Injury, Djokovic Reaches Quarterfinals

Shanghai Masters 2025: Battling Fatigue and Injury, Djokovic Reaches Quarterfinals

Shanghai, October 8(HS): Novak Djokovic showed tremendous grit and determination as he overcame fatigue and an ankle injury to defeat Spain’s Jaume Munar 6-3, 5-7, 6-2 on Tuesday, securing his place in the quarterfinals of the Shanghai Masters. With this victory, the 38-year-old Serbian star continues his quest for a record-extending fifth Shanghai Masters title,…

Putin Begins Three-Day State Visit to Tajikistan

Putin Begins Three-Day State Visit to Tajikistan

Moscow, October 8(HS): Russian President Vladimir Putin departs for Tajikistan on Wednesday for a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening Moscow’s regional partnerships in Central Asia. His visit, scheduled for October 8–10, includes talks with Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon, participation in the Second Russia–Central Asia Summit, and attendance at a key meeting of the CIS…

Tesla Stock Drops as New Lower-Priced Models Disappoint Market Expectations

Tesla Stock Drops as New Lower-Priced Models Disappoint Market Expectations

New York, October 8(HS): Tesla shares fell nearly 4% after the company unveiled lower-priced versions of its popular Model Y SUV and Model 3 sedan, disappointing investors who had hoped for a more significant development. The new models are priced only about $5,000 less than the existing versions, at $39,990 for the Model Y and…

Spain’s Veteran Defender Jordi Alba to Retire at End of Season

Spain’s Veteran Defender Jordi Alba to Retire at End of Season

Miami, October 8(HS): Spanish footballer Jordi Alba, one of the most accomplished defenders of his generation, has announced that he will retire from professional football at the end of the current season.The experienced left-back, who joined Major League Soccer side Inter Miami in 2023, has been a key figure for the club, contributing 14 goals…

US Government Shutdown Deepens, Worsens Airport Staffing Crisis

US Government Shutdown Deepens, Worsens Airport Staffing Crisis

Washington, October 8(HS): Flight delays across multiple US cities worsened on Tuesday as the federal government shutdown, now in its seventh day, aggravated staffing shortages among air traffic controllers and airport security officers. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported operational slowdowns at airports in Nashville, Boston, Chicago, and Philadelphia, and at major air traffic control…