The week in six photos
By Post Report Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.
Magic Merino strikes again as Spain down Belgium to reach World Cup semis
By Reuters Belgium lose goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois to injury before substitute Mikel Merino strikes late to send Spain into the World Cup semi-finals, where France await.
BOOK REVIEW: Beyond the stone spout: The forgotten science of Hiti Pranali
By Mokshyada Thapa Padmasundar Joshi’s book explores the engineering and history of the traditional water system while arguing for its preservation through policy rather than nostalgia.
EVENTS: July 11 to July 17, 2026
By Post Report The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.
NEPSE this week
By Post Report Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week.
Nepal civil aviation reform bills up for public feedback
By Sangam Prasain Draft bills propose separating airport operations from aviation regulation in a major institutional overhaul aimed at improving safety, transparency and compliance with international standards.
Ordinances’ expiry leaves legal holes as altered provisions evaporate
By Rajesh Mishra Lapsed executive orders leave constitutional appointments, university reforms and land management initiatives facing fresh challenges.
Supreme Court stalls government’s high-profile asset probe
By Durga Dulal The apex court orders the commission not to seek asset details or recommend legal action against public officials until a full bench delivers its verdict.
A night of honours and performances for Nepali music
By Jony Nepal The ‘Xtreme Energy Drink Presents National Music Awards’ honoured artists across 16 categories, bringing together established and emerging musicians for an evening of performances and tributes.
Ganesh Nepali was fined 1,000 rupees. It cost him his life
By Gaurav Pokharel, Kripal Gautam & Arjun Poudel The ride-hailing driver’s death from self-immolation has forced the government to confront a warning it gave itself years ago — as opposition lawmakers quote Balendra Shah’s own past words on state failure back to him in parliament.
Government reiterates commitment to one-China policy amid Dalai Lama birthday controversy
By Anil Giri Foreign Ministry says country-specific economic diplomacy strategies prepared for 20 nations.
Bangladesh’s Hasina plans December return with party colleagues to surrender
By Reuters The South Asian nation’s longest-serving leader said she and members of her Awami League aim to return voluntarily to the country they fled two years ago and present themselves in court.
Nepal to face India ‘A’ in December T20 series
By Post Report The three-match series will be played at the TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur following an agreement between CAN and BCCI officials in Edinburgh.
Jhuma Limbu, Nhyoo Bajracharya win top honours at Radio Kantipur National Music Awards
By Post Report The event, organised to celebrate Radio Kantipur’s 28th anniversary, recognises artists in playback, folk, modern and other music categories.