Prime Minister Balendra Shah gets a medical pass for dark shades as Parliament bans them
Doctors have advised the prime minister to wear sunglasses to protect his eyes from bright light, while lawmakers have been told to keep dark glasses out of the House.
Trump administration plans to revoke visas of foreigners seeking asylum
The move could affect up to 200,000 business and tourism visa holders who have applied for asylum, as the administration intensifies its broader crackdown on immigration.
Nepal’s parliament debates capital punishment following rape and murder of a three-year-old
As public outrage mounts over the Jeetpur-Simara case, law and home ministers outline legal reforms while clarifying why the death penalty remains out of reach.
Jimmy Neesham returns to Janakpur Bolts for NPL third season
New Zealand all-rounder helped Janakpur win the inaugural NPL title in 2024.
Court orders government to ensure dairy farmers are paid on time
Court says government must ensure farmers are paid on time and warns that agreements should not become a tool to silence those without access to authorities.
Iran vows to retaliate after US widens sanctions
Iran vows retaliation and warns of attacks on US interests and energy chokepoints as Washington expands sanctions, while China rejects pressure tactics and oil markets brace for further disruption.
Mental wellbeing: There’s more to ‘feeling better’ after a walk in nature than you might think
From chemicals released by trees to the way greenery gives our minds a rest, nature may be doing more to our minds and bodies than simply helping us unwind.
11 artists look beyond the Himalayan landscape at Takpa Gallery
‘Voices from the Himalayas’ examines the region beyond its mountains, focusing on its people, cultures and changing realities.
A child’s privacy is protected by law. Nearly everyone violated it
Government ministers, media organisations and social media users disclosed the identity of a three-year-old girl and her family despite laws barring the publication of details that could identify them.
Bara girl was missing for three days. The police response is now under scrutiny
Family, lawmakers and rights activists question whether police acted swiftly after the three-year-old was reported missing.
Internal rift widens in UML over policy and leadership reform
Senior party leaders push for structural and leadership changes, but party chair Oli refuses to back down.
EditorialStop ignoring Nepal’s hydropower reality
With regional energy demands shifting, Nepal needs to ramp up transmission infrastructure and export agreements.
The ‘Panchayat-isation’ of Sher Bahadur Deuba
Why does a political figure who fought for democracy begin to resemble the very political culture his generation had fought against?
Celebration of upper-caste privilege or a national occasion?
The celebration of Janai Purnima highlights an urgent need to critically examine traditions that uphold upper-caste dominance in Nepal.
Jajarkot landslide-hit families struggle to get by in makeshift shelters
New mothers worry about feeding their babies and children have been cut off from school. Fear of more landslides is keeping families from returning home.
Cancer drugs are not available at state-run hospitals. Elsewhere, they are sold at steep prices
A dispute over government price caps has left hospitals without vital chemotherapy drugs, but the medicines continue to circulate in the market.
Brazil concerned over closure of Nepali embassy in Brasilia
Ambassador–designate Lins requested Foreign Minister Khanal to reconsider the decision.
NADA Auto Show opens Tuesday. The road ahead is electric
The 18th edition of the auto show puts the spotlight on electric vehicles, locally assembled products and Nepal’s potential to develop an automobile industry.
Iran threatens 45 tankers with fines, confiscation in Hormuz escalation
The restricted list includes very large crude carriers, liquefied natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas tankers, and clean product vessels, among others.
Key overland trade route resumes limited traffic after month-long blockage
Eco section along Tatopani highway reopens as authorities clear landslides; Liping repair works under way to clear containers stranded ahead of Dashain.
Police arrest head constable over leaked Bara suspect video
Video of a teenage suspect giving a statement in custody in case involving rape and killing of a toddler went viral on social media, prompting an internal police investigation.
Nagdhunga road tunnel opens to private vehicles
The trial operation began on Monday, allowing cars, jeeps, and vans to use the tunnel from 9 am to 6 pm.
Police probe leak of video showing teenage suspect in Bara rape and murder case
Footage of a minor giving a police statement has spread across social media, prompting scrutiny over a potential breach of privacy and investigation protocols.
NDTV World to hold India-Nepal dialogue in Kathmandu
‘NDTV Anviksha: Ideas Across Borders’ will bring together political leaders, policymakers, business figures and cultural voices from Nepal and India.
Stepmother admits killing two-year-old girl in Saptari: Police
Police say Muskan Khatun allegedly killed the child amid a dispute with Rubina Khatun, the girl’s biological mother.
As China’s robots break sprint records, Nepal isn’t even in the race
Beijing’s ‘Robot Olympics’ is showcasing rapid advances in autonomous machines, while Nepal, still largely a technology consumer, is exploring robotics for tourism, disaster response and industrial automation.
US vows ‘economic D-Day’ as Iran threatens to halt all oil exports
Washington prepares measures that could deepen Iran’s economic isolation, while Tehran weighs an oil cutoff that could further disrupt global energy supplies.
EditorialCombat the rising tide of violence against women and girls
The government must challenge the systems that allow social ills such as rape to persist.
How Arhant Shrestha used photography to get closer to Kathmandu—and himself
Shrestha’s camera became a way to understand masculinity, revisit childhood memories, and make sense of his relationship with the Valley.
Intersectional feminist Anjali Sah on Nepal’s pervasive rape culture and police apathy
In an interview with The Post, Sah argues that this systemic failure is part of a broader, deep-seated institutional and cultural crisis across the country.
In Jajarkot, crops are ready to harvest but farmers have nowhere to store them
Local farmers face a cruel double blow as they lose both their homes and the crops needed to feed their families, while officials warn of a food shortage.
After meeting anti-corruption commissioner, Lamichhane pledges to clear ‘policy decision’ confusion
Despite its pledge to tackle corruption, the government has yet to amend the CIAA Act to define ‘policy decisions’ and close a loophole that critics say shields high-level wrongdoing from probe.
School bill is caught between who decides and who pays
Local governments resist federal encroachment, while private schools want policy certainty and teachers better pay and benefits.
Why stricter laws aren’t enough to fix Nepal’s rape problem
Public outrage often focuses on harsher sentences or the death penalty, but structural reform, institutional accountability, and better survivor support are what's truly missing.
India’s rising power demand offers Nepal a market—but not forever
India’s electricity demand is projected to more than double over the next decade, but its rapid expansion of solar, wind, storage and nuclear power means Nepal cannot assume it will remain a captive market for its hydropower.
Udayapur Cement, once Nepal’s pride, teeters on the brink of bankruptcy
Buried under liabilities exceeding Rs5 billion, the factory has been unable to pay employees for 17 months.
Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?
For the poorest households, taking on debt may be particularly inappropriate when they lack the capacity to generate a reliable and sustainable return.
‘Landless’ families return to razed settlement three months after eviction
Kohalpur Municipality says it is verifying landless claims and promises permanent resettlement for genuine families.
Robots can outrun humans, but can they plug in a cable
The five-day World Humanoid Robot Games combine events modelled on human sports with those designed to test the robots in simulated factories, restaurants, offices and in emergency situations.
Six JE deaths in 10 cases put Jhapa at centre of vaccination push
Experts urge nationwide vaccination to protect vulnerable populations as the outbreak has gripped all provinces.
Bheri bridge remains in ruins four years after collapse
Residents say repeated appeals to local, provincial and federal governments have brought no repairs, leaving them struggling to access healthcare, education and daily necessities.
Search continues for 22 after bulk carrier sinks off India
The Coast Guard has sent two vessels from Sri Vijaya Puram, formerly known as Port Blair, for the search-and-rescue operation, a Coast Guard spokesperson said.
Two-year-old girl found dead in bush, stepmother held for questioning
Police sent the body for a postmortem examination.
India launches rescue operation as bulk carrier sinks off east coast
Rescue teams are searching for 22 missing crew members after the Panama-flagged vessel sank about 240 nautical miles from India’s Paradip port while carrying iron ore to Singapore.
Cosmetic imports rise as demand grows in Nepal
Imports of makeup, skincare and haircare products reached Rs13 billion in the last fiscal year, with traders attributing rising demand to social media and the growing beauty-service industry.
Internal party disputes delay cabinet expansion in Lumbini, Karnali
Disagreements over ministerial appointments have left both provincial governments struggling to complete their cabinets, with delays already affecting government business and budget implementation.
Landslide puts five houses at risk in Kathmandu’s Tarakeshwar
Around 50 households affected after excavation for a house construction project triggers slope failure in Jarankhu, locals say.
18th NADA Auto Show to open on Tuesday
The four-day event will feature new vehicle brands, locally assembled electric scooters, automotive technologies and special festive-season offers.
Chinese robots beat Usain Bolt’s 100m world record at Beijing games
The Tiangong Ultra’s 9.39-second run marks a dramatic leap from last year, as China expands a competition showcasing the growing speed and capabilities of humanoid robots.
Canada to impose retaliatory tariffs on US steel, electronics, other products, Carney says
The breakdown follows days of negotiations over vehicles, trade agreements and other issues, leaving businesses on both sides facing greater uncertainty as the two neighbours’ trade relationship deteriorates.