Insurgency-era victims urge visiting UN special rapporteur not to back transitional justice process
Ahead of Bernard Duhaime’s visit, conflict victims warn that any UN support could legitimise politicised commissions unless reforms ensure consultation and compliance with international standards.
Japanese government confers Order of the Rising Sun on Bhattarai
Former envoy honoured for strengthening Nepal–Japan relations during four-decade diplomatic career.
Narayani ‘iconic’ bridge stuck in early works as delays stretch timeline
Nearly two years after foundation stone was laid, the Rs1.68 billion project shows limited physical progress as design delays and rising costs slow construction.
Nepal hosts first-ever flight data monitoring workshop to boost aviation safety
The event marked a milestone for the country, as it is the first programme of its kind aimed at institutionalising the use of FDM systems to improve flight safety.
Riverbank residents begin leaving homes after eviction notice
Authorities yet to decide relocation sites as nearly 2,000 face displacement from multiple areas.
Nepal and Portugal discuss expanding cooperation in trade, labour and digitisation
Talks during deputy foreign minister’s visit review bilateral ties and explore new areas of engagement.
US seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surge
Two months into the war that started with US-Israeli strikes on Iran, the vital sea channel remains closed, choking off 20% of the world’s supplies of oil and gas.
China-Nepal joint venture to manage Nagdhunga tunnel
Operation is expected within three months after staff training as the project nears completion.
Evicted new mothers and children struggle in temporary shelters
Families are facing hardship without food choices, infant care facilities and uncertainty over resettlement.
Local units object to the army’s move to seek squatters' data
They say the involvement of the national defence force in the process raises questions over whether the country is being run by the civilian government or the military.
Black bands, silent voices: Artists protest for freedom of expression
A 15-minute silence turns into a larger debate on censorship after ‘Lalibazar’ faces court ban.
Theatre that cuts into inequality
‘Sickle Cell’ at Shilpee Theatre traces how land and power shape the lives of Tharu families.
For Nepalis abroad, fashion becomes a language of culture
From concert halls in Canada to fashion stages in London, Nepali clothing is helping diaspora communities translate identity into style.
A coach, a fighter and a shared dream: Inside the partnership of Diwiz Piya and Rabindra Dhant
Coach Diwiz Piya and fighter Rabindra Dhant have grown together from a chance meeting in Kathmandu to the Road to UFC, carrying the hopes of Nepal’s rising MMA scene.
Migrant workers, Nepal’s cash cow, left underprotected against Gulf risk
ILO warns gaps persist across migration cycle as Nepal expands Social Security Fund coverage but faces low retention and awareness.
Repeated BP Highway closures make Pushpalal only viable option
The alternative route connects Khurkot to Manthali in Ramechhap, then to Tamakoshi and Charikot in Dolakha, before linking with the Araniko Highway at Khadichaur in Sindhupalchok and finally reaching Kathmandu.
Government invites feedback on disability law online, but target group is locked out
Government documents remain unreadable for visually impaired users due to inaccessible file formats and poor design.
RSP government doubles down on ordinances as opposition cries foul
Parties urge President Paudel to withhold approval, calling the move executive overreach as government seeks sweeping legal changes.
Trump’s special envoy Sergio Gor seeks meeting with PM Shah as he arrives in Nepal tomorrow
The prime minister hasn’t committed yet to meeting with US special envoy for South and Central Asia.
Draft guidelines propose tech overhaul of public transport
New rules call for GPS tracking, AI-based monitoring, panic buttons and digital chit to improve safety, accountability and passenger experience.
EditorialRule by ordinance erodes democratic values
The government should consider withdrawing ordinances, seeking parliamentary endorsement instead.
FIFA increases financial distribution to World Cup participants by 15 percent
The 2026 World Cup will be the first edition of the men’s tournament to feature 48 teams, up from 32, and will be staged across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Nepal spends when the rain arrives, then it washes all away
We are likely to witness a massive waste of taxpayer money this fiscal year as well.
UAE reviewing multilateral ties after OPEC exit but rules out more departures, official says
The exit of the UAE -- one of the group’s biggest producers -- widens a rift between the UAE and its neighbour Saudi Arabia, which is effectively OPEC’s leader.
Banerjee and Kejriwal broke the mould of Indian politics. Now, the pressure mounts
They will remain textbook cases as political mavericks of India’s dynamic political milieu.
Smokeless stoves bring relief to rural kitchens
More than 4,000 households in Jumla and Kalikot districts are breathing cleaner air, saving firewood, and spending less time on daily chores.
Nepal bans three veterinary painkillers linked to vulture deaths
Nimesulide, aceclofenac and ketoprofen will be phased out over six months, during which existing stocks can still be sold.
Nepali thought leaders gather at Harvard and MIT for inaugural Nepal Discourse
More than 50 speakers and 400 participants explore AI, leadership, institutions, and diaspora engagement.
Oman beat Nepal by 102 runs under DLS method in rain-hit League 2 match
Jatinder Singh’s 130 powers Oman to 305-8 as Nepal were 155-7 in 36.5 overs at Kirtipur before rain abandons play.
Dhankhola–Lamahi road upgrade begins under MCC Nepal Compact
The upgrade will introduce advanced construction technologies, including Full Depth Reclamation (FDR) and Superpave asphalt.
Chitwan National Park issues 15-day notice to clear encroached areas
Park warns of fines, imprisonment for non-compliance as authorities plan phased eviction of settlements, including Bandarjhula community.
1.2 million driving licences printed, backlog clearance set for mid-July
Security Printing Centre ramps up production as 2.9 million pending licences are processed in two phases under agreement with Department of Transport Management.
Iran’s Guards seize wartime power, blunting Supreme Leader’s role
Power consolidates around IRGC-led wartime structure as clerical authority recedes and Iran’s negotiation stance hardens.
Nepal, China sign agreement for second phase of Ring Road expansion
The project will widen 8.2 km road from Kalanki to Basundhara, funded by Rs11 billion Chinese grant.
Private sector opposes mandatory MRP provision
Traders say foreign suppliers may be unwilling to send goods with MRP labels, given Nepal’s small economy and low import volumes. The rule led to customs clearance disruption.
Oman post 306-run target against Nepal in League 2 clash
Jatinder Singh’s 130 powers Oman as Sompal Kami takes four wickets.
Will Karnali students receive textbooks during enrolment drive this year?
Delayed fund releases raise doubts even as book supply improves.
Army ‘breaches’ jurisdiction in collecting squatters’ data
The national defence force says the data collection was carried out under decisions made by district security committees. Chief district officers, however, dispute the claim.
‘Paral Ko Aago’: Love, conflict return in a reimagined classic
The 2026 adaptation of the story written by Guru Prasad Mainali follows a fractured marriage, asking what remains after anger has done its damage.
EditorialCricket is disrupting academics at TU. The sport can still thrive with alternative measures
TU leadership and the government must finalise a deal that respects both the students and the sport.
Nepal strives for provincial improvement. Will their lot improve?
Early signals from the government appear encouraging, but they must lead to decisive action.
Evolving threat of ‘pink eye’ H5N1 bird flu: Could it spread globally?
Evidence suggests that human transmission may occur through exposure to cattle or raw milk.
Everest route through Khumbu Icefall finally opened after 19-day delay
Climbers to begin acclimatisation as teams fix path beyond serac.
What I Watch Online: Sofia Gadegaard Shah
Shah is a former Nepali national swimmer and a content creator.
Government blames corruption and crony capitalism for weak economy
Calls for broad structural reforms to improve growth and jobs. Economist says report is routine and superficial.
RSP follows familiar path, resorting to ordinances
Law minister: Ordinances to fill gap in Constitutional Council Act and regulate the cooperatives sector.
Nepal's electronic transactions law continues to be misused to stifle free speech
Successive governments have invoked this provision to target critics, media and ordinary citizens.
Government set to open competition for ambassador posts, a first in Nepal
The foreign ministry is set to announce envoy vacancies by next week, multiple officials told the Post.
Stones to leave Man City after trophy-laden decade
The 31-year-old England international has made 293 appearances for City since joining from Everton in 2016.
How Nepal built a cricketing identity in a decade
Seven key takeaways from a journey marked by breakthroughs, near-misses and resilience on the global stage.