25 youths arrested in Siraha over gang-related activities; 21 motorcycles seized
The youths, operating under names such as “King of Balan” and “Killers Brother”, allegedly posted threatening videos on social media and repeatedly violated traffic rules.
Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 begins
More than 100 international delegates from 27 countries are attending the sixth edition of the event, which aims to strengthen Nepal’s global tourism presence and foster new business partnerships.
Arsenal paint London red with victory parade after Premier League title win
Arsenal had clinched the Premier League title prior to the final game of the season when they had an unassailable lead over second-placed Manchester City.
US says it struck Iranian military sites, Tehran responds with air base attack
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said on Monday it had targeted an air base used by the US for an attack on southern Iran, without identifying which base.
KIMFF 2026 wraps up five-day festival with awards
‘The Oldest Munro Bagger’, ‘The Anti Expedition’, and Nepali entries were among the winners as the festival concluded on Sunday.
In Baglung village, Mukhiya endures as keeper of customs and harmony
In Taman village, a traditional village chief continues to regulate customs, seasonal livestock movement and community work.
Redefining what a ‘chori manche’ can be
Through Chori Beyond Borders, Krishma Subedi is building a space where Nepali women can dream beyond geographic boundaries without losing their sense of home.
Art in the shadow of departure
‘Ekadeshma’ examines the emotional and cultural consequences of emigration.
Farmers can’t beat monkeys. They change crops instead
The monkey problem is particularly severe in Baglung Municipality, Jaimini Municipality and Kathekhola Rural Municipality.
Child marriage, superstition drive stillbirth crisis in Achham
Health workers say teenage pregnancy, poor nutrition, and reliance on faith healers keep stillbirth figures stubbornly high.
Experts blame Nepal measles spread on immunisation gap
With two more districts under its grip, the number of districts witnessing the deadly disease has reached 9 in the past five months.
Kohli masterclass leads Bengaluru to IPL title defence in style
Kohli’s unbeaten 75 powers defending champions Bengaluru to a comfortable five-wicket victory over Gujarat as disciplined bowling lays the foundation for a successful title defence.
Can the Jogbani–Kimathanka road unlock eastern Nepal’s economic potential?
The 390-km route connecting India and China through Nepal promises lower transport costs, stronger trade links, tourism growth and new investment opportunities, but experts say its success will depend on policy support and cross-border connectivity.
Revised tax slabs threaten EV boom in Nepal
Importers say new levies could raise electric vehicle prices by Rs200,000 to over Rs10 million.
PM’s remarks on ‘mutual encroachment’ draw concern of border experts, government in ‘damage control’ mode
Cultivation across Nepal-India border stems from shifting rivers and missing pillars, not territorial seizure, say officials and former survey chiefs.
From bribery allegations to the Shreesha Karki case, renewed scrutiny on journalist Kishor Shrestha
Fresh controversy surrounding the veteran journalist has revived debate over media ethics, privacy, accountability and the legacy of a 23-year-old tragedy.
EditorialBudget ignores the concerns of lower income groups
Low income groups will have to bear the disproportionate hike in prices of daily essentials, house rent and travel.
The continued decontextualisation and depoliticisation in Nepal’s development
Seven decades after the start of Nepal’s development history, the gap between ‘development’ as a global discourse and ‘bikas’ as a lived aspiration remains.
Focusing solely on the middle class and high-income groups will inevitably lead to increased inequality
By reducing the intake from the wealthy and failing to transfer it to the poor, the budget disconnects from the principle of welfare state.
Nepal has never encroached upon Indian territory
Nepal has not engaged in full-scale territorial encroachment at any border point in the manner that India has done in Limpiyadhura, Kalapani and Susta.
PM Shah’s border remarks were linked to cross-border land use, says foreign ministry
Clarification follows controversy over Shah’s statement in Parliament that Nepal has also encroached on Indian land in several places.
Brazil boss Ancelotti confident forward Neymar will recover for World Cup
Brazil, looking to win a record-extending sixth World Cup title, will face Morocco, Haiti and Scotland in Group C of the June 11 to July 19 tournament in North America.
Eleven confirmed dead in Washington state chemical accident, all bodies recovered
The search for the missing carried on through the week as recovery crews worked through debris in indoor areas and flew drones over the perimeter of the site, said Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue's deputy chief, Kurt Stitch.
Capital market reforms draw mixed response as investors flag tax inequities
While investors welcome the long-awaited tax finality and NRN entry, analysts and traders criticise the higher rates and lack of a net portfolio loss-adjustment mechanism.
PM Shah says that just like India has encroached on Nepali land, Nepal has also encroached on India’s
He assured that the Lipulekh-Limpiyadhura-Kalapani dispute would be addressed through dialogue.
Incomplete bridges, washed-away diversions disrupt travel in eastern hills
Key road links connecting Ilam, Panchthar and Taplejung face recurring monsoon-related disruptions as bridge projects remain unfinished.
Nepal women knocked out of Asian Games Qualifier after defeat to China
China edge Nepal by five wickets in a seven-over rain-hit third-place play-off in Kuala Lumpur; Nepal miss Asian Games berth after consistent participation since 2010.
Landslide blocks Koshi Highway section in Sankhuwasabha
Around 10–15 metres of the Khandbari–Kimathanka stretch buried at Bhotkhola, with authorities deploying teams to clear the route.
Rescuers pull four from flooded cave in Laos, two still missing
Thai-led rescue team pulls four more from flooded Laos cave as search continues for two missing gold prospectors.
Nepal crush China by 221 runs in Asian Games cricket qualifier opener
Kushal Bhurtel’s 129 off 43 balls powers Nepal to 313-2 as China collapse to 92 in Singapore in Group A match.
TikTok influencer Tulsa Adhikari arrested on Interpol Red Notice
Police say Adhikari was wanted in a Rs 65.2 million fraud case filed in March, with investigators expanding the probe after detecting suspicious bank transactions.
US Under Secretary of State Rogers in Kathmandu
Third senior US official to visit Nepal since the Balendra Shah government took office, Rogers is scheduled to meet ministers and attend the Ascent Summit 2026 amid growing diplomatic engagement between Kathmandu and Washington.
PSG forge modern dynasty with Champions League shootout triumph over Arsenal
PSG become the first side since Real Madrid to retain the Champions League, beating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Budapest.
FICTION: And what have I become? Mr Ghost?
A youth recalls the revolt that killed him and questions whether his death changed anything at all.
Technique, tradition and storytelling on stage
‘Umanga’ presents Kathak as a progression—from invocation and technical nritta to narrative-driven pieces rooted in Hindu mythology and devotional themes.
New Delhi wanted to engage with Shah government. It will now start with RSP chairman
Lamichhane’s visit scheduled for three days starting June 1 has been extended by two days until June 5.
How Nepal’s ‘gender responsive’ budget fails the women it claims to serve
Nepal’s gender budgeting system has become a paper exercise—reporting perfect compliance while failing to track whether programmes actually improve women’s lives.
Congress digital update drive struggles as large number of 850,000 members stay away
The party has launched the verification drive ahead of its central general convention scheduled for September 25-30.
Nepal budget has no measures to mop up surging deposits, analysts say
Interest rates have plummeted to historic lows and banks are eager to lend but business houses and entrepreneurs have pulled back from borrowing.
Essential shift towards sustainability in tourism
Nepal must focus on developing thoughtful tourism experiences and improving quality, with consideration for the impact on all involved.
4-day holiday revives Nepal tourism as major destinations report surge in visitors
Hotel and resort owners report full occupancy at cool stations as people escape hot weather, albeit momentarily.
Khanikhola farmers shift from maize and buckwheat to coffee cultivation
Coffee farming, once limited to a small area of Khanikhola, has now expanded across all wards of the rural municipality.
WHO chief rallies community in Congo’s Ebola response, calls for more funding
French aid group Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) on Saturday warned that the latest Ebola outbreak - the 17th since 1976 - was spreading at an unprecedented pace.
Nepal to face China tomorrow for final Asian Games spot
Despite posting their joint highest-ever T20I total against Malaysia, Nepal women suffered a two-wicket defeat in the semifinal of the Asian Games’ qualifier.
Chitlang-Thankot road to close for two weeks from Sunday
Traffic along the Ganesh Man Singh Marga to be suspended from May 31 to June 13 for upgrades and blacktopping.
Salah heads Egypt World Cup squad, teen talent Abdel Karim earns call-Up
Egypt will begin their World Cup campaign against Belgium on June 15 in Seattle as part of Group G, which also includes New Zealand and Iran.
453 Nepali nationals rescued from alleged trafficking racket in India’s Kushinagar
Police said the group involved collected between INR 7,000 and up to INR 100,000 per person under the guise of membership fees linked to a network marketing-style scheme.
The geopolitics of the banquet table
State dinners cannot stop wars, but they create the atmosphere in which coexistence is imaginable.
Myanmar’s junta chief turned president heads to India, with an eye on China
In a dawn takeover on February 1, 2021, Min Aung Hlaing ousted the elected civilian government led by Nobel Peace Prize winner Aung San Suu Kyi, sparking a protest movement that transformed into a nationwide armed uprising against the military.
NEPSE gains 23.61 points in holiday-shortened week as hydropower stocks dominate
Benchmark index closes at 2,782.10, adding Rs42 billion to investor wealth.