Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump seeks ‘best deal’ with Iran
Trump said he was in no rush to reach a peace agreement and wanted it to be “everlasting,” while continuing to assert that the US had a clear upper hand in the naval stand-off in the Strait.
Challenging norms through Mithila art
‘Hamro Sahas, Hamro Kala’ uses storytelling to challenge dowry and child marriage.
‘We don’t teach that to females,’ they were told. They learned anyway
Women across Nepal are breaking long-held gender and caste barriers to reclaim traditional folk instruments once denied to them.
FIFA sets another deadline for NSC to revoke ANFA’s suspension
The global footballing body has asked the National Sports Council to ‘reconsider its position’ and lift ANFA’s suspension by May 4.
Editorial Purge partisan unions
Nepal cannot afford to let its universities remain as training grounds for ‘goon leaders’.
Doing away with exams, ushering in assessments
If exams fail to serve their very purpose, how should we actually assess learning?
From scarcity to scale: Nepal’s bid to become Global South’s healthcare disruptor
Nepal is about to miss the train of the biodigital revolution sweeping across the Global South. We cannot afford to sit back anymore.
Trump envoy Gor visiting Nepal amid intensifying US-China diplomatic contest in Kathmandu
US envoy to India has been overseeing Kathmandu since Thompson was recalled in January.
Industrialist Golchha in custody over market manipulation
Case centres on alleged false trades, price manipulation and market interference.
No place to play for Kathmandu kids
A generation of children is growing up in a city that has no designated place for them—hemmed in by construction, scolded out of lanes, and handed a phone in place of the space their bodies and minds need.
Temperatures in several Tarai districts hit 40 degrees. Met office warns of heatwave conditions
Experts say this is just a start as temperatures could reach 45 degrees Celsius in the coming days. Residents advised to avoid going out in the afternoon.
KMG Managing Director Sambhav Sirohiya steps down
In his resignation note, Sirohiya said he had serious disagreements with the group’s recent reporting—particularly stories published about then Home Minister Sudan Gurung.
How social media is exposing Nepali children to sexual abuse and exploitation
Experts cite addiction, weak parental supervision and low digital literacy as key risk factors.
US reclassifies certain marijuana products as a less-dangerous drug
The move follows a December executive order from President Donald Trump directing the Justice Department to loosen marijuana restrictions.
FIFA sets another deadline for NSC to revoke ANFA’s suspension
The global footballing body has asked the National Sports Council to ‘reconsider its position’ and lift ANFA’s suspension by May 4.
School closures push families to leave villages for children’s education
School mergers, shutdowns, relocation in remote areas due to dwindling student numbers are making access to education difficult.
Hanging ice wall stalls Everest route, sparks safety fears
Record permit numbers collide with unstable Khumbu Icefall conditions, raising risks of delays and deadly congestion.
Industrialist Golchha arrested in Kathmandu
Securities Board’s report linked him as a facilitator in a controversial share trading case.
Work resumes on Hetauda-Dhalkebar transmission line after a long-standing dispute
Originally slated for completion within 30 months of its 2013 start, the project remains unfinished.
King Charles on US mission to bolster UK’s special relationship with royalist Trump
The state visit marks the 250th anniversary of the US declaration of independence from British rule.
Man arrested on charge of raping Dalit girl in captivity
Local Dalit rights activists demand a probe into the incident and stringent action against the guilty.
53 Nepali workers stranded in Saudi Arabia without work
Workers, unpaid for up to five months, say the employer stopped meals and failed to provide tickets despite issuing exit visas.
Maoist insurgency victims urge PM Shah for credible transitional justice
Stating that truth, justice and reparations are sidelined, victim groups call for legal reforms, transparent commissions and immediate government action.
Securities Board names top businesspersons in alleged share-rigging
Regulatory report names five accused and several facilitators in the alleged scam involving credit trading, price manipulation, and unsettled transactions.
US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters, sources say
Washington has imposed a blockade on Iran’s trade by sea while Iran has fired on ships to prevent them sailing through the Strait of Hormuz waterway at the entrance to the Middle East Gulf.
Inside 2025’s viral skincare trends—and what really works
Dermatologist Isha Poudel Koirala analyses five trending skincare practices from last year, separating science-backed care from social media hype.
Taking theatre to the streets and to the people
Performed without lights, microphones or a fixed stage, Katha Ghera turned public spaces into theatres, staging plays inspired by local stories.
Kabita Kunwar levels record as Nepal clinch nervy win over Rwanda
Kabita Kunwar levelled the wicket tally with Sita Rana Magar, with two wickets in the win over Rwanda on Wednesday. They both have 62 wickets each now.
Concerns over RSP intent to make House rules stronger than federal law
Draft states the tenure and privileges of lawmakers, irrespective of their presence in House, cannot be curtailed by laws.
Gokyo conference urges Nepal to lead mountain nations on climate justice
Experts warn of glacial retreat, unstable lakes, and call for urgent action.
Relentless heatwave scorches Tarai, brings life to a near standstill
With temperatures crossing 40°C in several districts, daily wage workers, students and businesses face mounting hardship amid warnings of rising health risks.
US, China push competing priorities in Kathmandu
As Samir Kapur raises Tibetan refugee issues, Cao Jing warns against US State Partnership Program, Starlink, and Nepal’s participation in a May 27 Dharamshala event.
Home minister Gurung resigns, after scrutiny over financial dealings
A source at PM’s secretariat says a parliamentary committee will be formed to probe him.
EditorialRight approach to constitution amendment
The consensual approach of the constitution amendment process must get continuity.
Legal but not safe
Women continue to die from abortion-related complications over two decades after the procedure was legalised. Experts say over-the-counter abortion kits are fuelling unsafe practices.
Costly fuel adds to farmers’ woes
Sky-high diesel prices amid global supply constraints raise farming costs, giving rise to worries over food prices and rural livelihoods.
UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today’s under-18s
Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the approval of the bill was a historic moment for the nation’s health.
Oman defeat Nepal ‘A’ by 70 runs in practice match
Half-centuries from captain Jatinder Singh and Mujibur Ali power Oman to convincing victory.
Agrawal, Bhatta remanded in custody for additional seven days
Both are in police custody in connection with money laundering allegations.
US turns to Ukrainian counter-drone tech after Iran attacks, sources say
As cheap, mass-produced drones play a large role in Russia’s war in Ukraine, the Pentagon has ramped up investments in counter-drone technology.
Local elections in the Maldives: A setback for Muizzu’s government?
The recent local elections are a clear evaluation of the People’s National Congress’s performance.
Domestic matters matter for state’s credible foreign behaviour
Building a bridge between domestic governance and external behaviour is a strategic imperative.
Tourism regains momentum in Sukute
As temperatures rise, hotels and resorts along the Sunkoshi and Bhotekoshi rivers report a surge in domestic and international visitors.
Bullion market this week
The market fluctuated during the week, with gold peaking at Rs 302,800 and dipping to Rs 299,700 before ending lower overall.
Home Minister Gurung resigns amid scrutiny over financial conduct
He says he resigned to ensure impartial investigations into matters related to him and to avoid any conflict of interest while in office.
Nepal drawn with Sri Lanka and Bhutan in SAFF Women’s Championship
Defending champions Bangladesh placed with hosts India in Group B.
As internal divisions simmer, Lebanese see echoes of civil war
Veterans of the 1975–1990 civil war warn of rising sectarian tensions, mass displacement and political fractures as fragile ceasefire leaves key issues unresolved.
US assistant secretary wraps up Nepal visit with focus on investment and tech ties
Samir Paul Kapur meets top leaders, pushes for stronger investment climate and expands talks on trade, ICT and policy reforms.
Woman dies during abortion in Butwal; family alleges negligence
Police detain three clinic operators as investigation begins.
Weakened, Nepal’s old guard turns inward
Congress, UML and other forces scramble to rebuild organisations, review leadership and prepare for local and provincial polls as new political order takes shape.