Government considers new bills as ordinances face uncertainty
The government is discussing fresh legislation as eight ordinances remain pending in Parliament, with opposition parties seeking their rejection and several key provisions already implemented.
Building change from the ground up
Through Heart of Nepal, Aishworya Shrestha works alongside marginalised communities to strengthen education, livelihoods, and women’s leadership on their own terms.
More than a children’s tale
‘Shyal Singha’ uses the story of a jackal raised among lions to address contemporary concerns about identity and alienation.
Startups came, took loans and vanished. Now borrowing isn’t easy
Nearly 1,500 startups have received subsidised government loans over the past three fiscal years, but entrepreneurs say weak policies, poor targeting and lack of long-term support have left little visible impact.
Is Prime Minister Balendra Shah using social media to evade accountability?
At a time when the government is courting one controversy after another, the prime minister’s digital footprint has channelled public energy into superficial online disputes, observers say.
Chaos at Bir Hospital after office-bearers removed
No reagents available for crucial tests, CT scan services halted for a month, and the hospital pharmacy is running short of most medicines.
EditorialWhy are members of old parties deserting?
Surging frustration among members and cadres is threatening to wash away the foundations of established parties.
Nepal’s AI budget: The right instinct, and the trap inside it
AI is not a simple software product. It looks much more like an electricity grid, and whoever does not own the foundation must rent it forever.
David Marriott Thinks Nepal Is Ready. Is Nepal?
The chair of the world’s largest hotel company makes the case for luxury hospitality as a development tool—and lays out what governments, including Nepal’s, need to deliver.
Nepal’s postal service searches for a new role in the digital age
Once the backbone of communication, the postal system now relies largely on government business.
Women are often at the centre of Nepali films. Why are men still telling most of their stories?
A debate over an all-male film pitch panel has reopened deeper questions about power, representation and who gets to shape women’s narratives.
After BJP’s historic win in West Bengal, what lies ahead for the Gorkhaland dream
The BJP’s first-ever majority government in West Bengal has revived hopes of a separate Gorkhaland state among Nepali-speaking communities in Darjeeling and adjoining regions.
Nepali developer launches three mobile games to promote innovation and research
Apil Karki’s new App Store titles aim to encourage creativity, problem-solving and research among students, professionals and aspiring innovators.
World Cup greats Argentina, Brazil, Germany win friendlies days before kick-off
Four-times world champions Germany secured a ninth win in a row with a 2-1 victory over World Cup co-hosts United States in Chicago.
Spiny babbler recorded in Madhesh Province for first time
Ornithologists say the rare bird, found only in Nepal, has now been confirmed across all seven provinces after a sighting in Bara district.
No third-party role sought in border dispute with India, FM Khanal clarifies
Says Nepal is only seeking British archival documents for historical reference, not mediation.
Daraz Nepal trims workforce amid South Asia restructuring
Around 30 employees have been laid off in recent weeks as the Alibaba-backed e-commerce platform seeks to streamline operations and strengthen profitability.
US eyes Iranian assets for Gulf allies’ reconstruction, source says
The source on Saturday did not specify what kind of assets the Treasury was examining. The language used to describe the new measures did not appear limited to frozen assets.
SMART STAYS: Budget-friendly neighbourhoods for Nepali students in New Delhi
A look at student living in the Indian capital city, from busy university districts to quieter residential areas.
FICTION PARK: The luxury of pain
A dreamer abandons a system that cannot understand her, carrying only the lessons of loss.
Women are often at the centre of Nepali films. Why are men still telling most of their stories?
A debate over an all-male film pitch panel has reopened deeper questions about power, representation and who gets to shape women’s narratives.
Nepal, India to operationalise cross-border digital payments
Signing follows delegation-level talks between Foreign Minister Khanal and his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar in New Delhi on Saturday.
The poetic exploration of ecological anguish
The urgent issues of ecological catastrophe in Nepal are receiving less priority from the government, political parties and agencies.
Good intentions aren’t enough. It is vital to rethink what it means to help
Foreign volunteers may mean well, but their altruism could perpetuate unequal power dynamics.
Nepalis making treacherous trip to Europe through the Balkan route
More than a hundred Nepalis are currently stranded in Trieste on the Italian-Slovenian border. This migration process has become almost routine.
Saudi Arabia beat Puerto Rico 3-0 after weather delay in first win under Donis
Saudi Arabia will face Senegal on June 9 in their final warm-up before opening their World Cup campaign in Group H alongside Spain, Uruguay and Cape Verde.
Destruction of confiscated cell phones sparks legal and administrative scrutiny
The destroyed devices included seven iPhones and 489 Android smartphones. Officials estimate their combined value at more than Rs10 million.
Karnali apple farmers’ market worry sets in months before harvest season
Record harvests are expected across Karnali this year, but growers worry that poor roads, lack of cold storage and weak market systems will once again force them to sell apples at throwaway prices while consumers pay several times more.
Roshan Adhikari of Centerlight refutes Daily Wire’s claims of Medicaid fraud
The Cleveland-based home care COO called the report “false, misleading, and harmful,” saying services are based on client need, not ethnicity, and reaffirming compliance with all regulations.
Messi recovering well from injury, could feature in Argentina warm-ups, says Scaloni
Reigning world champions Argentina will face Honduras in Texas on Saturday, before playing Iceland in Alabama on Tuesday in their final friendlies ahead of the World Cup.
Nepal bowled out cheaply in heavy defeat
Chasing a target of 110 runs, Nepal were bowled out for a mere 40 runs in just 13.3 overs at the Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar Oval in Kuala Lumpur.
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal pitches new chapter in Nepal-India ties
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal says the prime minister is focused on demonstrating results at home, even as Kathmandu and New Delhi explore a new phase of cooperation and high-level engagement.
New monsoon safety directive imposes stricter operating rules on airlines
The “Monsoon Circular 2026”, which comes into effect on June 15, introduces tighter safety protocols, including dual-pilot helicopter operations and mandatory system checks before flights.
Bitumen shortage disrupts major road projects across Nepal
Surging bitumen and petroleum prices linked to the conflict in West Asia have disrupted road construction across country, halting blacktopping works and slowing progress on several of Nepal’s largest highway projects.
US attacks Iranian sites after Iran launches drones, in latest Gulf flare-up
The US and Iran have been engaged in largely indirect negotiations to secure an interim deal to halt the three-month-old war that would leave issues. But amid periodic skirmishes, a deal has remained elusive.
Nepse slips as post-budget rally loses momentum
Benchmark index falls 26.69 points to 2,755.41 as investors book profits, wiping about Rs45 billion in market value amid slower trading and mixed sector performance.
The week in five photos
Here are some of the photos taken by our photojournalists and reporters this week.
How heritage walks invite people to experience culture beyond monuments and museums
These immersive walks encourage participants to hear, smell, and engage with living traditions while fostering deeper connection to place and community.
BOOK REVIEW: Where water marches in line
In ‘Pani Ko Parade’, poetry becomes both protest and reflection, challenging readers to confront uncomfortable truths.
EVENTS: June 6 to June 12, 2026
The Post brings you a lowdown on some major events this week.
NEPSE this week
Here is a snapshot of what happened at the stock market this week.
In Nepal, Uber aims to be a key player in ride-hailing and beyond
Global ride-hailing giant launches in Nepal as its 10th Asia-Pacific market, testing subscription and commission models while planning future services in food delivery, courier and intercity travel.
Insurance cuts at government hospitals compel patients to pay for private care
Officials say they do not worry about the declining insurance renewal rate, as ‘it reduces the burden’.
Foreign Minister Khanal arrives in Delhi as Lamichhane concludes visit
The Minister says all aspects of bilateral relations would be on the table.
Probe finds nothing unusual in Sudan Gurung’s landholdings
Committee stops short of making definitive conclusions on financial transactions and share investments in its probe into the former home minister’s assets.
Displaced squatters left in limbo as rehabilitation remains uncertain
Nearly 1,500 people remain in temporary shelters 39 days after evictions, with no clear timeline for resettlement.
Secretary texted prime minister seeking personal favour. Police interrogation raises eyebrows
Former bureaucrats and police officials question the legality of the move, calling it an excessive use of police powers.
Nearly 3,000 responses in Nepal’s first-ever open ambassadorial appointment call
Supreme Court seeks clarification from government over alleged breach of appointment guidelines.
Wildlife translocation falls short of conservation goals
Decades of efforts to establish new habitats for endangered species have produced uneven outcomes, raising concerns as authorities prepare to relocate blackbucks to Chitwan.
The best cultural platforms eventually outgrow their founders
Kalinga Literary Festival founder Rashmi Ranjan Parida discusses literary autonomy, regional translation, and why cultural platforms must eventually belong to local communities.