The government cites geopolitical tensions, weak economic recovery, implementation delays and risks to jobs and exports as reasons for postponing Nepal’s planned graduation from Least Developed Country status.

It implemented Labour Court order to clear dues to Anuj Arora after bank accounts and share transactions of The Himalayan Times were frozen over non-compliance.

The virginity test, which the World Health Organisation has called unscientific, is still a regular part of rape investigations in Nepal.

Fantom reached the final, while Kathmandu Hawks will face Chunikhel Warriors for the final spot on Saturday.

Ishan Pandey and Dipendra Singh Airee power hosts to record ODI total of 317-8 in Cricket World Cup League 2 at TU ground in Kirtipur.

Heavy rain, glacial lake outbursts and weak geology are driving repeated disasters across Himalayan districts. Experts warn hundreds of settlements remain highly vulnerable.

Veteran climber extends his own world record for most Everest ascents, strengthening his legacy in mountaineering history.

Kenton Cool, 52, climbed the 8,849-metre (29,032-foot) peak before dawn and was descending to lower camps.

Transport Department cites pollution, traffic congestion and fuel cost pressures as reasons for indefinite suspension.

Chasing 83 runs, Nepal win second T20I by seven wickets in Kuala Lumpur.

Washington and Tehran remain deadlocked over uranium stockpiles and the Strait of Hormuz as oil markets swing on fears of escalation and stalled diplomacy.

Road blockade leaves travellers stranded for three days, with political parties demanding federal intervention and an immediate halt to construction in the contested area.

Investigators accuse prominent businessmen, including former FNCCI president Shekhar Golchha, of illegally diverting funds from listed companies, manipulating share prices and violating securities laws through coordinated stock market transactions.

Doctors and studies point to excessive iodine in fortified salt as a possible factor behind rising hyperthyroidism cases in Nepal. Policy efforts to review iodine levels, however, remain stalled.

Joy Riot gatherings are introducing a new party culture that is phone- and alcohol-free, where dancing and presence replace the noise of traditional nightlife.

‘Impressions from Ghandruk’ features works by 35 students who painted village life on site during an educational art tour.

The championship features eight teams in the third edition. It kicks off with three fixtures, including the battle between first edition’s finalists—India and Nepal—at the Covered Hall in Dasharath Stadium on Friday.

Despite protests and sloganeering demanding Prime Minister Balendra Shah answer lawmakers under Rule 56, Speaker DP Aryal proceeds with House business and endorses a bill.

Move aims to make diplomacy more focussed, structured and aligned with national interests.

Climbers from Nepal and abroad reached the 8,848.86-metre peak through 18 expedition companies operating on the southern route.

Before Indian citizens are expected to follow these austerity measures, the PM must answer some questions.

Not only men, but women also relocate due to climate-related extreme weather.

Days after Current noodles, popular Dabur honey product flagged to be unsafe for consumption.

India is the world’s most populous nation and also has the world’s largest number of youth, with about 65 percent of its 1.42 billion people under ‌the age of 35.

Shree Krishna was found hanging inside a toilet at the Area Police Office in Khurkot on April 20 after being detained over allegations linked to child marriage and rape.

Nepal’s push for digital transformation has long been backed by donor loans and grants, but repeated failures, institutional confusion and weak implementation continue to derail major projects.

Brazil open their World Cup campaign against Morocco on June 13 in New Jersey, before facing ​Haiti and Scotland in Group C.

Lack of roads, electricity, security arrangements and worsening river erosion have left the ambitious project in limbo, while industries continue to operate haphazardly inside Baglung bazar.

Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei’s order could further frustrate US President Donald Trump and complicate talks on ending the US-Israeli war on Iran.

Investor sentiment weakens despite gains in 72 companies, with hotel, tourism and hydropower sectors posting notable losses.

“We’re in the final stages of Iran. We’ll see what happens. Either have a deal or we’re going to do some things that are a little bit nasty, but hopefully that won’t happen,” Trump told reporters earlier in the day.

Veteran climber, who scaled the world’s highest peak for the 30th time on Monday, will attempt another ascent on Thursday as he closes in on Kami Rita Sherpa’s record.

Official launch scheduled for June 1, as around 1,000 riders across Nepal joined the platform. However, government officials say no formal application for foreign investment or company registration under Uber’s name has yet been received.

A trailer trends. A premiere becomes news. Public figures praise the film. Critics write thoughtful reviews. None of these things guarantees that people will buy tickets that week.

The poet and novelist speaks about writing for the marginalised, experimenting with form, and his literary journey spanning decades.

The Hidden Treasure announces major changes to this year’s pageant, including new contestant challenges and the removal of the traditional top-13 question-answer round.

Named after hip-hop pioneer Yama Buddha, Kathmandu’s first public skateboard park marks a turning point for a community that once skated in hiding but now rides towards recognition.

Experts call for tax cuts and base expansion, and finance minister’s public statements suggest openness to reform.

Farmers and local authorities have tried everything to protect their crops—planting fruit trees in forests, cutting down trees near fields, firing guns to scare animals, and guarding farms all day—but nothing seems to work.

UML’s Rajan Bhattarai says broader opposition unity is needed as ‘constitutional and democratic values’ are under threat from federal government.

Xi and Putin, who have met ​more than 40 times, both stressed the closeness of the Russia-China ties that they sealed in 2022 with the signing of a strategic partnership treaty.

New Delhi continues to shape the contours of bilateral relations, ignoring the states’ volatility.

While they pose challenges, the broader ecosystem offers compelling opportunities.

The controversy began after the Constitutional Council on May 7 recommended Sharma, the fourth senior-most justice at the Supreme Court, for the post of chief justice.

Now Nepali tea meant for Indian domestic market won’t require testing, but tea for re-export from India will be tested.

Iran has repeatedly threatened to retaliate for any new attacks by striking countries in the Middle ​East that house US bases.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s break from Nepal’s tradition of diplomatic deference has unsettled New Delhi and raised a question his government cannot yet answer: is this a foreign policy or just a posture?

The action follows a Labour Court verdict in favour of former News Editor Anuj Arora, whose dues of over Rs 2 million remained unpaid despite repeated directives.