Remote Saipal in Bajhang welcomes return of local government office after decades
The office was shifted to Chainpur during the Maoist insurgency. Locals are hopeful about better access to government services and relief from long and costly journeys to district headquarters.
Nepal Police is shooting drug suspects more often. It isn’t reducing drug crime.
Nepali police have opened fire in 17 drug operations in three years. Officers say the shootings are necessary. The evidence says otherwise.
China presses Nepal to keep distance from Tibetan and Taiwanese activities
Chinese ambassador warns home minister against government participation in upcoming Tibetan leadership ceremony; says Beijing has noted pro-Taiwan activity in Kathmandu.
Labour force survey underway to update Nepal’s unemployment data
Nationwide household interviews will run for a year to capture seasonal shifts in employment and labour conditions.
Generational shift reshapes maternal health in Karnali province
Declining maternal and infant deaths and a rise in institutional deliveries point to improving care, though gaps in awareness and nutrition persist.
Government unveils 18-point national commitment draft
The draft is prepared from parties’ election pledges as part of implementing the government’s 100-point governance plan.
US begins Iran port blockade, oil prices ease on hopes for dialogue
The US's blockade has further clouded the outlook for global energy security and the supply of a vast array of goods that relies on petroleum, and has little, if any, international backing.
FIFA, AFC press NSC to lift ANFA suspension, resume election process
World football bodies warn of possible suspension if interference persists, reject call for tier-based polls.
New trial over soccer legend Maradona’s death begins in Argentina
A court in San Isidro, near Buenos Aires, will hear testimony from just under 100 witnesses as it tries Maradona’s medical team over alleged negligence in the death of the 1986 World Cup champion.
4G keeps growing fast in Nepal, while users still face slow speeds and patchy coverage
With 26.58 million users and rising penetration, 4G dominates Nepal’s internet market amid uneven service quality and limited progress on next-generation networks.
Police fire tear gas as workers’ protest in India’s Noida turns violent
Violence erupts on fourth day as workers demand wage hikes, fixed hours and overtime pay, prompting police action in Noida’s industrial hub.
EditorialAddressing Nepal’s vulnerability to measles
The country cannot afford a wait-and-see approach to deadly diseases such as measles.
US begins blockade of Iran’s ports, Tehran threatens retaliation
Tehran warns Gulf ports could be targeted as US enforces naval blockade after failed Islamabad talks, with oil prices surging and the fragile ceasefire nearing collapse.
How the government silently abandoned the proposed apology to Dalits
The dismissal of the state’s apology to Dalits discredits both the government and the RSP.
Tourism, culture and development: Three pillars of Nepal’s soft power
Now is the time to unlock Nepal’s soft power globally and ensure its progress isn’t delayed.
Ink that speaks—and what it forgets
As tattoo culture grows and stigma fades, the International Nepal Tattoo Convention highlights global artistry while also drawing attention to the declining presence of indigenous tattoo traditions.
Bringing ‘Seto Dharti’ to life
A stage adaptation of the Madan Puraskar-winning novel explores child marriage and women’s silence.
Aasif Sheikh’s double century steals the spotlight at Men’s PM Cup
The eighth edition of the Men’s PM Cup marked the tournament’s first-ever double century on Monday. The day also saw the most sixes in an innings and the highest totals.
Nepali airlines in a scramble as fuel costs spike, passengers vanish
Buddha Air says daily passenger numbers have plunged by 1,500, and flights cut by 25 percent.
Nepal readies plan to reclaim land held by party-affiliated trade unions
Years after mandating the conversion of free land-use rights into paid leases, several organisations continue to hold state property as enforcement lags.
Phewa demolitions, now halted, expose buffer dispute, selective enforcement
Residents and landowners allege that boundaries are unclear, enforcement is selective, and the 65-metre buffer rule does not have a scientific basis.
Buddha Air relaunches Royal Club as fully digital loyalty programme
Under the new system, passengers can accumulate mileage points from flights and redeem them as discounts on future bookings.
Shrinking civil society raises concerns over accountability amid weak opposition
Frequent ‘dollar farming’ accusations are eroding public confidence in civil society, say critics.
UNICEF supplies vitamin A for next week’s nationwide campaign after government misses procurement deadline
Officials say the delay in procurement was due to lengthy procedures and pricing issues.
Remembering 2082 BS in photos
A year of political upheaval, protest movements and disasters, 2082 BS reshaped Nepal as new forces rose amid a digital wave.
Ministers’ asset details spark controversy, calls grow for transparency
Following the disclosure of assets by new Cabinet members, public scrutiny has increased over the scale and sources of their wealth.
Education ministry asks local units to act against schools failing to provide scholarships
Private schools have either been reluctant to provide scholarships or failed to ensure transparency in their distribution.
Oli undergoes successful gallstone surgery
The former prime minister receives treatment in the ICU at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital after the procedure.
Police fire tear gas as workers’ protest in India’s Noida turns violent
Noida is among the largest planned industrial townships of Asia and houses thousands of industrial units.
Monkey sterilisation pilot begins in Diktel
Six-member expert team begins field study amid complaints over crop damage.
Aasif Sheikh becomes first player to hit double hundred in domestic cricket
The opener struck 208 off 142 balls in the PM Cup, breaking Pradeep Airee’s long-standing record.
Australia appoints woman to lead its army for the first time
Coyle’s appointment comes as Australia’s military seeks to boost the number of female officers in its ranks. It faces a wave of allegations of systematic sexual harassment and discrimination.
Why is Nepal’s private press covered in question marks today?
Dozens of newspapers are blanking out their front pages to fight a new government rule that pulls state ads from private media.
Nepal weighs ‘infrastructure court’ to fast-track dispute resolution
Study panel formed as prolonged litigation stalls development projects and delays contract awards.
US to blockade Iran after talks fail to yield a deal
Maritime blockade to begin as ceasefire falters, with tensions rising over nuclear demands and control of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global energy flows and further escalation in the Gulf.
Hungary’s conservative icon Orban defeated by centre-right opposition
Voters hand Viktor Orban a decisive defeat as Peter Magyar secures a two-thirds majority, signalling a shift towards the European mainstream and potential policy reset on Ukraine and EU ties.
‘Like a Rising River’ explores Nepali women through art
Fifteen artists translate lived experiences from across Nepal into powerful visual narratives on labour, identity, and resilience.
Asha Bhosle, beloved voice in Nepal and beyond, passes away at 92
The legendary playback singer leaves behind a timeless musical legacy, deeply rooted in both Bollywood and Nepal’s cultural memory.
Congress, UML must reform provincial governance for their own good, expert says
The RSP-led federal government’s reform drive puts pressure on traditional parties to trim provincial cabinets.
Nepal’s measles elimination goal is slipping away
At least four measles outbreaks have been reported in Sarlahi and Baglung since the start of 2026.
Chinese planes continue to be a costly burden for Nepal Airlines
Grounded for years, the aircraft continue to drain millions as efforts to sell, lease, or return them fail amid financial and diplomatic constraints.
EditorialCan PM Shah redefine Nepal-India ties?
The trip could be a rare moment when history stops dictating the future of Nepal-India ties.
In times of market uncertainty, sustained economic growth is the right medicine stocks need
Policies focused on sustained growth will eventually reflect in stock prices.
Too early to comment on government’s foreign policy decorum
While PM Shah’s decision to hold a collective meeting with all foreign envoys could be seen as a positive move, his choice of attire was problematic.
The ventilator economy gets its chance—it’s time to act
Exhausted population awaits quick, tangible and meaningful results on the government’s growth and governance promise.
Cost of Supreme Court verdict on Lumbini: Rs70 billion investment, 10,000 jobs
Environmentalists contend the polluting factories in question are a big threat to the historical legacy of the Buddha’s birthplace.
Prime Minister Shah cites social media as income source
Shah has four million followers in Facebook, 1.2 million in YouTube and half million followers in X.
Main opposition Congress stuck in power struggle over parliamentary party leader
Party chief Thapa wants Mohan Acharya, while veep Sharma supports Angdembe.
Training enables visually impaired to produce cleaning products
Three-day training teaches formulas and mixing techniques to make toilet cleaners and liquid soap at home with little investment.
Trump says US to start blockading the Strait of Hormuz immediately
Trump made his remarks in a Truth Social post hours after US-Iran peace talks ended without a deal.