Protests erupt after ride-hailing driver dies from burn injuries
Demonstrators demanding justice for Ganesh Nepali marched in Kathmandu after he died following a self-immolation outside the Department of Passports. Police blocked protesters from reaching Bir Hospital.
Belgium say they can upset Spain in World Cup last eight
Spain entered the tournament as one of the favourites and after a slow start found their swagger with a 3-0 win over Austria in the round of 32.
Eleven killed, 19 missing in one of Spain’s deadliest wildfires
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said in a post on X he felt “enormous sadness and devastation” over the consequences of the fire, offering his condolences to the families of the victims.
Police question three municipal officers after burn victim dies
The deceased's family has refused to claim the body until the government guarantees support for his wife and daughter.
Spain face toughest World Cup test against Belgium, coach says
Unbeaten Spain have yet to concede a goal at the tournament, but Luis de la Fuente says Belgium’s experienced squad will pose their biggest challenge so far in Friday’s quarter-final in Los Angeles.
Man who set himself on fire outside passport department succumbs to injuries
Ganesh Nepali, 25, from Mugu, died while undergoing treatment at Bir Hospital after suffering severe burn injuries in a self-immolation attempt in Kathmandu.
Fertiliser shortage leaves farmers scrambling amid tighter border checks
Farmers are searching across borders and cooperative depots for scarce chemical fertiliser, with some forced to transplant without it and others facing difficulties bringing supplies from India.
Doctors halt India transfer plan as Ganesh Nepali’s condition turns critical
Government had arranged an air ambulance to airlift the burn victim to New Delhi, but specialists at Bir Hospital warned that moving him while unstable could put his life at greater risk.
Iran says it hits US military targets in Gulf, buries slain leader Khamenei
Iran says it struck US military installations in Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation for American attacks, while Washington vows to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.
Mbappe strikes again after missing penalty as France outclass Morocco to reach semi-finals
Captain rebounds from an early penalty miss with a landmark goal as France's clinical second-half burst proves too much for Morocco.
Back in Nepal, Yodda is chasing a bigger dream
After 16 years in the UK, rapper Yodda reflects on leaving the British Army, reconnecting with Nepal, and why he believes Nepali hip-hop is on the verge of global recognition.
Hetauda Textile Industry revival plan moves ahead
Army begins feasibility study as government explores restarting the defunct state-owned factory after 26 years.
Starlink eyes Nepal entry via Bangladesh but domestic regulatory policy hurdles persist
Dhaka’s approval creates a technical pathway for satellite internet into Nepal, yet licensing rules and foreign ownership restrictions continue to keep Starlink out.
UML survey finds little support for Oli’s continued leadership
The internal survey submitted to the party's general secretary shows 87.6 percent of respondents backing a leadership overhaul.
Hundreds leave Janakpur on a march to Kathmandu to appeal against loan sharks
Hundreds begin a 15-day walk from Janakpur, saying authorities have failed to curb predatory lending, leaving borrowers trapped in court battles and at risk of losing their property.
EditorialFix flaws in new rules to better serve education sector
The government must better engage stakeholders to balance oversight and business viability.
Reclaiming the dignity of child soldiers of the People’s War
Stolen from classrooms and playgrounds and thrust into conflict, the minors lost their formative years of education, economic mobility and psychological security.
The case for Nepal’s sovereign wealth funds to attract FDI
Nepal can reach its goal of becoming a $100 billion economy in five years by adopting innovative tax policies to build a foreign sovereign wealth fund, and by creating a friendly business climate.
Repeated fines forced ride-hailing driver to set himself ablaze, family alleges
Ganesh Nepali sustained serious injuries after setting himself ablaze outside the Department of Passports in Kathmandu.
Govt unveils ambitious national commitment paper outlining governance reform agenda
The Cabinet-endorsed document sets ambitious targets, including 7 percent annual economic growth, 1.5 million new jobs and wide-ranging reforms in governance, digitalisation and public service delivery.
Karnali Highway remains province’s deadliest road despite millions spent on repairs
Police say the highway accounts for nearly 56 percent of road accidents in the province as poor road conditions, ageing vehicles, difficult terrain and weak traffic discipline continue to fuel fatal crashes.
Property Inquiry Commission begins vetting officials’ assets
More than 13,000 public officials have filed asset declarations while around 1,500 complaints alleging concealed wealth and proxy ownership are under review.
Court acquits former Nepal Telecom chief and 17 others in corruption case
Anti-graft agency had sought Rs330 million in damages over alleged irregularities in the company’s billing system upgrade.
Fresh bird flu detection in dead crows keeps Central Zoo shut
Zoo has lost around Rs20 million since closing three weeks ago, as bird flu spreads to 84 poultry farms across the Valley and 22 in Kavrepalanchok.
FIFA refereeing chief rejects claims of bias in Argentina’s win over Egypt
Collina says questioning officials’ integrity has no place in football after Egypt’s complaints over VAR decisions.
Karnali shelves flagship girls’ savings scheme, leaving 11,000 beneficiaries in limbo
The provincial government has excluded the programme from next year’s budget after suspending deposits for four years, triggering criticism from lawmakers and uncertainty over more than Rs420 million already held in beneficiaries’ accounts.
Man sets himself on fire outside passport department in Kathmandu, seriously injured
Police say the 25-year-old took the extreme step after city police locked his motorcycle parked outside the department’s gate.
Half-filled LPG policy leaves consumers paying more as supply fears ease
Consumers, dealers and bottling companies say the emergency measure introduced during the West Asia conflict has outlived its purpose, adding transport costs and operational burdens while full gas supplies remain unavailable.
Meal suspension at holding centres sparks criticism, government resumes food supply
Hundreds of displaced families were left uncertain about their next meal after food distribution stopped for nearly two days, before authorities restored the service on Tuesday evening.
US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
The latest round of attacks, which the US said was carried out in response to Tuesday’s assault on three cargo ships transiting the strait, came hours after President Donald Trump said he believed an interim ceasefire with Iran to be “over.”
Three arrested over alleged Bal Mandir property embezzlement
CIB team detains three people for investigation into alleged misappropriation of property belonging to Bal Mandir in Naxal, Kathmandu.
BOOKTALK: The stories hidden in a song
Ethnomusicologist Anna Marie Stirr discusses how a chance encounter with Dohori sparked decades of research into Nepal’s musical heritage, oral traditions and cultural preservation.
The performance before the performance
Every artist has a pre-performance ritual. Kuma Sagar, Asmita Adhikari and Sushant KC share their preshow rituals and favourite memories from previous Radio Kantipur National Music Awards.
Congress, UML working to petition court against House regulations
Congress and UML say key provisions on ‘obstacle removal’, constitutional amendments and the legal status of House regulations violate the constitution and undermine the bicameral legislature.
Guglielmo Arena leaves Nepal after just one match, says his project became impossible
The Swiss-born Italian arrived in March, believing Nepal could win their maiden SAFF Championship. But he left less than four months later, after FIFA’s suspension of ANFA forced him to walk away with a heavy heart.
Nepal introduces tough rules to rein in educational consultancies, foreign-linked colleges
Regulations require cash deposits, tighter licensing process, affiliation criteria and compulsory Nepal Studies courses.
China seeks trade pact and investment safeguards in Nepal
Visiting Chinese Vice Minister Yan urges one-stop services for investors and Nepal’s backing at WTO, as Kathmandu presses Beijing to expedite stalled infrastructure projects.
PM looks to private sector to lift economy
Business leaders seek legal safeguards for entrepreneurs and policy reforms to revive investment. PM says honest businessmen have nothing to fear.
Government’s ordinance push hits a wall
Four ordinances related to constitutional bodies, universities, and public service holders are set to lapse Thursday.
EditorialClear the air on constitutional amendment
Both the government and opposition parties have acted irresponsibly on the constitution amendment process.
Are Nepal’s intellectuals selling out?
The blanket support of the government’s every action, just or unjust, will motivate it to veer into authoritarianism.
A call for inclusive disaster risk reduction
Disasters have differential impacts on various groups, but preparedness and responses remain generalised.
Nepal’s micro and small industry registrations plunge 75 percent in five years despite policy push
Entrepreneurs cite lack of finance, poor market access and ineffective government support, while experts say most micro enterprises remain informal and struggle to grow.
Government appoints Govinda Bahadur Karki as chief secretary
Cabinet promotes Prime Minister’s Office secretary to the top bureaucratic post as incumbent Suman Raj Aryal retires on July 9 after reaching the age limit.
The World Cup’s hidden runners: referees keep pace with players and pressure
A referee may spend one match battling humidity in Miami and another chasing play at more than 2,200 metres above sea level in Mexico City.
Aggregate supply dispute stalls Tribhuvan airport expansion
Work on Tribhuvan International Airport's taxiway and international apron has stopped after high-grade crushed stone supplies from Godawari were cut off amid a legal dispute involving quarry operators and the municipality.
Kathmandu Valley steps up CCTV-based traffic enforcement
Traffic police use real-time camera feeds to detect violations and are preparing to introduce a fully digital system that will issue fines remotely.
Sajha Yatayat dismisses rumours of repainting buses blue for women-only service
The transport cooperative says AI-generated images have fuelled false claims online, stressing that its iconic green buses will retain their colour as the government prepares to launch the ‘Blue Bus’ initiative for women.
ACAP surveys wild mushrooms in Lamjung forests to document species diversity
A week-long study along three high-altitude routes records more than 50 mushroom species and seeks to document their habitats, local uses and conservation needs.
Iran targets sites in Bahrain, Kuwait after wave of US strikes
Tehran retaliates against US bases in Gulf states as fragile ceasefire unravels following renewed attacks and oil sanctions.