Nagdhunga-Muglin road works resume as bitumen supply restored
By Poshnath Adhikari Paving accelerated on key stretches ahead of monsoon; 10 of 13 bridges already in operation.
Australia win 2-0 to spoil Turkey’s return to World Cup stage
By Reuters Irankunda, Metcalfe on target as Socceroos halt Turkey’s return in Group D opener.
Forest officials push roadside tempo off cliff in Kailali, video sparks outrage
By Arjun Shah Locals and lawmakers criticise conduct as authorities say vehicle was removed during anti-encroachment drive.
Nepal tea factories to shut as India tightens export rules, shipments stuck
By Parbat Portel Factories in Ilam’s Suryodaya Municipality say they are forced to halt operations from June 15 after new Indian Tea Board testing rules leave more than 300,000 kg of Nepali tea held up in Kolkata and exports disrupted across the supply chain.
Additional 20 MW electricity export to Bangladesh blocked as India withholds approval
By Seema Tamang Nepal will continue exporting 40 MW after India’s Central Electricity Authority cites transmission constraints, stalling plans to raise supply to 60 MW.
Scotland hang on for first World Cup win since 1990 with 1-0 victory over Haiti
By Reuters John McGinn’s first-half goal seals historic win as Scotland hold firm under late pressure to top Group C and revive knockout hopes in the expanded 2026 World Cup format.
US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear
By Reuters Tehran signals a deal could be days away, not Sunday, as hardline protesters rally against concessions and fighting continues across the region.
Morocco expose Brazil flaws but settle for draw in World Cup heavyweight clash
By Reuters Saibari puts Morocco ahead before Vinicius rescues Brazil with a stunning equaliser as both sides begin their Group C campaign with a point in East Rutherford.
Nepal has learned to see queer people. Has it learned to accept them?
By Shrinkhala Chand Thakuri The country’s LGBTQ community has won significant legal recognition, but participants at this year’s Pride Parade say social acceptance remains a work in progress.
FICTION: The award he never sought
By LB Thapa While others chase careers and status, Diwakar finds fulfilment among abandoned cows and quiet acts of service.
Farmers turn to rubber cultivation to keep elephants and monkeys at bay
By Parbat Portel Repeated crop losses from wildlife are pushing farmers in Jhapa to abandon paddy and maize in favour of rubber.
The price of the American dream: 14 months, 18 countries and Rs11.5 million in debt
By Mahesh KC A pharmacy owner from Rukum West returns home after a 14-month smuggling route across 18 countries, burdened by massive loans and broken promises.
From banks to brokers and insurers: The multi-billion-rupee empire of the Bhatta-Agrawal syndicate
By Tufan Neupane, Matrika Dahal & Durga Dulal A forensic examination of charge sheets reveals how corporate loans, paper land deals, share trading financed through credit, and alleged market manipulation converged in a 27-billion-rupee financial crime case.
Right after his India visit, Foreign Minister Khanal travels to China
By Anil Giri The four-day visit to Beijing seeks to rebuild trust, address Chinese concerns, and advance bilateral cooperation in the changed political context in Nepal.