Two bodies found at Broad Peak avalanche site, names yet to be identified, Seven Summit Treks says; Nimsdai among still missing
A helicopter is set to fly off from the Pakistani city of Skardu and search operations are expected to start soon, the BBC has learned. Seven Summit official says hope of finding survivors alive is gradually fading.
Government reaches deal with families of two killed in Sunsari
Five days after the deadly Dewanganj incident, the government agrees to declare the victims martyrs, provide Rs1 million compensation to each family, ensure jobs for one family member each, and pursue an impartial investigation.
Exhibit review: The language of Paubha
Rich in symbolism and meticulous craftsmanship, the exhibit ‘Traditional Paubha Paintings’ explores the narratives behind Nepal’s sacred painting tradition.
Nepal’s para athletes are chasing medals with little more than hope and donations
With government support falling far short of actual costs, athletes and associations are relying on personal contributions to prepare for the Asian Para Games.
Violence spreads across Madhesh days after Sunsari clash, death toll rises to three
Curfews in 4 districts. Ganesh Yadav killed in Golbazar.
Delayed response, absent leadership: How Sunsari’s violence spread unchecked
The violence, which began after a dispute between two groups in Dewanganj Rural Municipality of Sunsari, has spread to parts of Saptari, Siraha, Dhanusha and Parsa, prompting curfews, fresh protests and heightened security deployment.
EditorialCome together, right now
Leaders, civil society and citizens must reject division and rebuild trust in Tarai.
Is Nepal repeating India’s mistake?
If Nepal is to continue enforcing silence and digital intimidation, the final reckoning will come from the streets.
Department to operate in two shifts to ease passport delivery
Applicants seeking passports for South Korea’s EPS complain of long waits, technical glitches and missed deadlines as the department extends working hours to tackle the surge.
PM Shah urges calm after deadly unrest
Addressing the nation, Balendra Shah pledges a transparent investigation, medical care for the injured and action against those spreading hate and misinformation.
Extreme heat threatens Nepal’s economy as warming accelerates
A new World Bank report warns Nepal is warming faster than most South Asian countries, with heatwaves increasingly hurting workers, straining infrastructure and putting economic growth at risk.
Nepal-India boundary talks in Lucknow on August 12-14
The meeting of the Survey Officials’ Committee is scheduled to approve plans and budgets for constructing and repairing boundary pillars among others.
17 years later, senior foreign ministry official charged over alleged misuse of travel documents
The case alleges that Joint Secretary Pushpa Raj Bhattarai approved Nepal-issued travel documents for five Tibetans from Indian refugee camps based on forged documents.
Track II diplomacy: Time to rethink Nepal’s diaspora
Nepal’s diaspora is more than a source of funds; it is an instrument of foreign policy. For more than 15 years, Kathmandu has confused the two.
Nepal’s health worker shortage is driving doctor-patient conflict
Decades of government failure to expand the health workforce have left doctors overworked, patients underserved, and assaults on health workers on the rise.
Saudi Arabia halts visas for Nepali workers needing skill certificates after Nepal seals testing centre
Processing has stopped for five job categories after Nepal sealed a private firm conducting Saudi-mandated skill tests.
University Grants Commission yet to issue equivalence certificates after taking over role from TU
More than 1,000 students have applied for equivalency certificates since the service began, but none have received permanent certificates.
Two youths shot as tension spreads to Siraha’s Golbazar
A confrontation triggered by a dispute linked to Sunsari turns violent in Siraha, leaving two young men with gunshot injuries amid heightened tensions.
Indian federal police file charges against 13 over exam paper leaks
CBI charges include testing officials, middlemen and coaching institute staff as government faces pressure over one of India’s biggest exam scandals.
Lawmakers seek answers over Sunsari violence
They call for accountability, restraint and a credible investigation as ruling and opposition parties debate the government's response to the Dewanganj violence.
Viral misinformation triggers fear after Dewanganj unrest
An old video from last year’s Gen Z protests was falsely linked to current demonstrations, creating confusion among residents.
Sunsari curfew extended as Dewanganj victim’s family holds firm on demands
Restrictions remain across 10 local units as authorities continue talks over martyr status, compensation and legal action against those responsible for the violence.
Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 13; Poland scrambles fighter jets
The attacks come as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy returns from the United States, where he said President Donald Trump agreed to give Ukraine licences for Patriot missiles.
Booktalk: In search of the perfect note
Singer Salina BK discusses the books and musical traditions that continue to influence her artistic journey.
The next generation of artists at Gallery Mcube
The 'Mcube Young Artists Show 2026' brings together ten emerging artists.
Family blames delayed response for deadly Sunsari violence
Relatives and eyewitnesses say authorities failed to contain tensions before a local dispute escalated into fatal clashes.
Government yet to finalise ride-hailing rules as disputes over fares persist
Differences over fare ceilings, commission limits and the use of privately registered vehicles have stalled approval of Nepal's proposed digital mobility regulations despite months of consultations.
Nepali football in free fall as FIFA ban, league shutdown drive players away
With stalled domestic leagues, an indefinite FIFA suspension, and players moving abroad, the country’s most popular sport keeps sinking into an unprecedented crisis.
Habitat concerns grow as Nepal counts a record 429 tigers
Fresh census records 74 more tigers than in the previous nationwide count of 2022, when the country saw 355 big cats.
A prime minister who does not call on the President
Prime Minister Shah’s engagement with President Paudel has remained limited to formal occasions. No substantive consultations have taken place in four months.
APF flagged growing communal divide years before the recent Sunsari unrest
Security agencies urged coordinated political and administrative measures before local disputes escalated into wider unrest.
PM, home minister under fire for staying away from violence-hit Sunsari
Three days after deadly clashes in Dewanganj, residents and opposition leaders question the government’s response as curfews and high security persist.
EditorialEnd attacks against health workers, keep health services running
Attacks on doctors must be dealt with firmly, but suspending essential health services only punishes patients.
The future of Tamil politics in Sri Lanka
While divisions within Tamil parties bolster ruling parties, the NPP’s rise offers hope for new politics in Sri Lanka.
Why Nepal must dare to dream of space
Our connection to space is real. It exists. What we need now is a national decision to take it seriously.
Doctors end protest after shutting down health services across Nepal for two days
Hundreds of thousands of ailing people suffered due to a nationwide strike of doctors protesting against physical assaults on them. Emergency wards were overwhelmed.
Inside Nepal’s security response after Sunsari violence
As officials debated escalation risks, the government reshuffled security leadership while questions emerged over coordination, intelligence assessment and crisis management.
Koshi announces relief for Dewanganj violence victims
Families of those killed will receive Rs200,000 each, while those injured and affected by arson will get Rs50,000 under an eight-point plan to restore peace.
Cabinet clears bill raising domestic airline liability to $100,000
Draft law proposes higher compensation for deaths and injuries, mandatory insurance, clearer rules on delays, baggage and cargo, aligning Nepal’s domestic aviation regime more closely with global standards.
Road upgrade debris disrupts traffic on Rapti Highway
Rocks and soil left on the road during hill-cutting works have narrowed the highway and increased safety risks during the monsoon.
Iran to get Chinese shoulder-launched missile systems in weeks, sources say
Beijing-based Zhong Qing Bao Shang Group, the parent company of Zhongqing Baoshang International Investment, did not immediately respond to an email request for comment on Tuesday.
Mangal Bahadur Shahi becomes fifth chief minister of Karnali Province
Shahi was appointed after Yamalal Kandel resigned as chief minister; he secured support from 24 lawmakers in the 40-member provincial assembly.
Political parties appeal for social harmony after Sunsari violence
Leaders urge citizens not to be swayed by provocations and call for dialogue to resolve tensions peacefully.
Nepal once had a vibrant civil society. Now it is faded and fragmented
From a force for democratic change to a diminished role, civil society is struggling to find its place in a transformed political landscape.
Nepal’s tiger population rises to 429, latest census shows
Tiger numbers increased in most protected areas, with Chitwan recording 145 big cats, while Bardiya saw a decline from 125 to 112.
Government to cut around 1,800 civil service posts in bureaucracy overhaul
Restructuring will eliminate ten secretary-level positions and reduce dozens of senior administrative posts as the Shah administration pushes ahead with governance reforms.
Three dead after truck hits pedestrians and cyclist in Kapilvastu
A speeding truck carrying alcohol struck a child and two elderly men on the Taulihawa–Bahadurganj postal road, triggering local protests at the accident site.
Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots, to protect US AI buildout
FCC blocks imports of new Chinese humanoid robots and power inverters, citing cybersecurity and supply chain risks as Washington tightens restrictions on AI-related technologies.
Japan quake toll rises to 13 as rescuers haul people from collapsed mall
Rescuers race to find survivors trapped in collapsed shopping mall as power outages, damaged roads and aftershock fears hamper relief efforts.
Foreign Minister Khanal to represent Nepal at UNGA as PM Shah decides not to attend
Foreign Ministry exploring the possibility of convening a Saarc Council of Ministers meeting on the margins of the UN General Assembly in New York