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
Movie review: The price of artistic immortality
Spanning five decades, ‘Kokuho’ traces one performer's moral cost of becoming indispensable to art.
Shakib, Mendis lead star-studded foreign signings as NPL Season 3 hype builds
Though official dates for the third season remain unannounced, NPL franchises are shifting into high gear, led by Pokhara Avengers’ double-act of Shakib Al Hasan and head coach Ajantha Mendis.
Kantipur to broadcast second edition of Indoor Super League
The upcoming edition will feature 10 franchise teams.
Legal ambiguity over egg extraction from minors poses challenges for investigation, actions
Police traced financial deal between Dr Nutan Sharma and the intermediary after the extraction, but investigation did not proceed against suspects.
Parliament will be back with little on its plate
The opposition accuses the government of failing to introduce enough bills on time.
Patients denied treatment as doctors across Nepal shut outpatient care over assaults on medics
The Nepal Medical Association says aggression against doctors has increased, with more than 90 cases of physical and verbal abuse registered over the past 10 months.
Sunsari tense despite curfew. Panel begins inquiry into clashes
Five-member government panel is probing Sunday violence that left one dead and 22 injured.
EditorialSunsari incident exposes high-handedness in mob control
Repeated use of lethal force in crowd control reflects gaps in training, equipment and accountability.
Beyond the unreasonable man
Sometimes, the sight of a lamp challenging the storm, fully aware that it will be extinguished, is morally uplifting.
The illusion of margin lending as a financial panacea
NRB’s latest directives have eased margin lending rules by focusing on collateral over the debtor.
Gopal Man Shrestha, key signatory to historic 12-point peace accord, dies at 83
The veteran Nepali Congress leader, who steered the party during Sher Bahadur Deuba’s imprisonment and played a crucial role in bringing the Maoists into mainstream politics, dies after battling cancer.
New Delhi formally says it has invited Nepal’s prime minister to India
Spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs says he has no information about Nepal’s emissary’s visit to India.
Gulf states back plan to let Iran collect voluntary fees to use Hormuz
Iran effectively shut the strait to ships other than its own after the United States and Israel attacked on February 28.
Dr Bhattrai’s team performs Nepal’s first minimally invasive triple heart valve surgery
The rare and highly complex procedure was successfully at Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Centre.
None of Nepal’s three major China trade points fully operational
Tatopani is shut by landslides, Rasuwagadhi remains constrained after flood damage, and Korala handles only limited cargo, disrupting imports ahead of the festive season.
China starts production of home-grown immersion DUV chipmaking tools - source
Successful deployment would give Chinese chipmakers an alternative source of equipment if Western governments further restrict exports or servicing of foreign lithography tools.
Madan Krishna Shrestha returns to Paleti stage after 18 years with son Yaman
The veteran performer will present a selection of his classic hits and recent compositions alongside his musician son at the upcoming edition of the intimate music series.
Nepali worker buried in Iraq without family’s knowledge
Nearly a year after Bimal BK died in Baghdad, his family learned that his body had already been buried despite repeated assurances it would be repatriated to Nepal.
Biratnagar educational institutions shut after Sunsari violence
Schools and colleges halt classes amid security concerns and possible transport disruptions following the deadly clash in Dewanganj’s Kaptanganj area.
Man, teenage daughter killed as irrigation canal collapses in Lamjung
Two family members die, and two others are injured after a canal embankment gives way, burying the granary where they had been living in Madhya Nepal Municipality.
Curfew lifted in Sunsari’s Dewanganj as tensions ease
Authorities lift the curfew but retain limits on gatherings in Dewanganj and Harinagar after Sunday’s communal clash left one dead and nine injured in security force firing.
Health Ministry urges hospitals to keep services running amid doctors’ protest
The directive comes as the Nepal Medical Association suspends non-emergency services nationwide over the Narayani Hospital attack, while the ministry says authorities are taking steps to bring those involved to justice.
Doctors halt non-emergency services nationwide over Birgunj attack
The Nepal Medical Association announces a nationwide protest and Tuesday shutdown of non-emergency services after the Narayani Hospital attack, while Birgunj doctors submit mass resignations.
Ahead of Tibetan conference, top Chinese monk is visiting Kathmandu
Around 700 delegates from 39 countries are expected to attend the event next month. The US will have the largest delegation, followed by China.
MENTAL WELLBEING: When disappointment feels like danger
For adults raised to equate obedience and self-sacrifice with love, rejection can become a threat to belonging.
SKINCARE: Navigating skin reactions triggered by UV rays
Dr Tapan Pradhan explains the causes, symptoms and preventive measures of photosensitivity.
Coach behind Sunmaya Budha’s rise sees Nepal as ultra-running’s next powerhouse
Andy DuBois, one of ultra-running’s leading coaches, says Nepal has everything needed to dominate the sport—except sustained support for its athletes.
New land bank procedure aims to revive unused plots, but challenges persist
Federal rules allow local units to manage unused land, while earlier attempts struggled due to regulatory gaps.
What led international human rights organisations to claim executive intimidation of the Supreme Court?
Organisations say their statement was based on credible, high-level sources despite lacking a written complaint.
Security forces face questions over use of lethal force in Sunsari
One person was killed and nine suffered gunshot wounds, most above the waist, after security forces opened fire during communal violence in Dewanganj.
RSP to appoint leadership in phases after Shah camp misses deadline
Lamichhane will nominate only some leaders with the rest deferred pending wider consultations.
EditorialNepal’s exam leak is about much more than one WhatsApp group
Beyond the financial and emotional toll, the WhatsApp leak proves Nepal’s history of exam compromises is far from over.
Absent MPs: A growing concern for democracy
Voters don’t just vote—they demand answers from their representatives, expect them to voice their concerns in Parliament and actively listen to them.
Is manufacturing really expensive in Nepal?
Nepal’s problem is not resources, but a government unwilling to expand revenue and a private sector content with imports.
At least 30 killed in village attack in Nigeria’s Kaduna state, residents say
The northeast is battling a deadly insurgency by Islamist militants Boko Haram and splinter group ISWAP.
Food is now Nepal’s next biggest dependency after fuel
The food import bill rebounded to Rs434 billion last fiscal year amid rising demand, shrinking farm labour and stagnant agricultural productivity.
Home Ministry recalls Sunsari CDO, security chiefs after Sunsari clash
A five-member committee will investigate the violence that left one dead and 24 injured.
Nepali farmers jailed in India over fertiliser purchase await bail hearing Friday
Suresh Singh and Nagendra Singh of Sarlahi are in Bihar police custody for 27 days.