Switzerland sweep past Algeria to make World Cup last 16
By Reuters Embolo and Ndoye seal 2-0 win as Swiss counter-attacking plan pays off.
Nepal’s courts embrace AI, keep judgment writing human
By Durga Dulal A new policy adopted by the Supreme Court permits artificial intelligence in legal research, case management and administrative work, but prohibits its use in judgments, writ petitions or other decisions requiring judicial discretion.
Portugal survive late drama to beat Croatia and reach World Cup last 16
By Reuters Ronaldo scores his first World Cup knockout goal as Ramos strikes late and a last-gasp VAR offside decision denies Croatia, setting up a last-16 showdown with Spain.
Improving Spain outclass Austria 3-0 to ease into World Cup last 16
By Reuters Oyarzabal’s brace and another dominant defensive display send Spain into the knockout stage with a third consecutive clean sheet.
The many colours of Jyaa Punhi
By Prasant Shrestha & Gérard Toffin The annual festival fills Panauti’s streets with devotion, music and processions honouring the town’s guardian deities.
How Nepal became the developing world’s bridge builder
By Baala Shakya For decades, foreign experts helped Nepal solve its infrastructure problems. Today, Nepali engineers are exporting the fix and connecting communities across Asia, Africa and Central America with a low-cost bridge system perfected in Nepal.
Madhesh parties oppose RSP’s proposal to scrap provincial assemblies
By Ganga BC Seek clarity from RSP and government, saying proposal would undermine federal structure.
Evening safari proposed to reap more benefits from natural resources. Conservationists warn against disturbing animals at rest
By Ramesh Kumar Paudel Concerns raised over wildlife disturbance as community forests plan sunset safari in Barandabhar corridor.
Priority lending is dragging down Nepali banks into huge bad debt
By Yagya Banjade Agriculture, construction, and deprived-sector lending lead the default wave.
Nepal returns to global ICT Index but digital use still lags infrastructure growth
By Sajana Baral The report highlights a wide gap between the availability of digital infrastructure in the country and how effectively people use it.
Police arrest former UML lawmaker Koiri in Thaman BK murder case
By Ajit Tiwari Koiri was taken into custody in Mahottari a day after the Janakpur High Court sentenced him to five years in prison for the 2015 killing of Armed Police Force assistant sub-inspector during the Madhesh movement.
Preparations for Asian Games enter final phase as NSC, NOC show united front
By Nayak Paudel Officials say Nepal’s Asian Games preparations have entered the final phase, with overseas training planned under Mission 2026.
Nepal updates water tank standards to keep up with new manufacturing technology
By Krishana Prasain Revised draft sets stricter quality, material and testing requirements for polyethylene water storage tanks, while manufacturers urge the government to make compliance mandatory.
Nepal’s cities lag rural areas in vaccinating children
By Arjun Poudel Officials say floating populations, slum dwellers, and migrant workers are among the biggest hurdles to achieving full vaccination coverage in urban areas.