SOCIETY
Journalists unite for heritage conservation
Journalists unite for heritage conservation
Godawari Mayor Gajendra Maharjan attended the event as the chief guest, while Deputy Mayor Muna Adhikari was the special guest. The programme was also attended by municipal representatives, heritage conservationists, photojournalists, journalists, local intellectuals and social workers.
Jul 05, 2026
WORLD
India's Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand next week
India's Modi to visit Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand next...
The July 8-11 tour comes after Modi's visits to Mauritius March last year and Seychelles last month, reflecting what India's external affairs ministry described as a shift in diplomatic focus to the eastern maritime region under its 'Act East' policy.
Jul 05, 2026
POLITICS
Sudurpaschim budget bets on innovation over routine programs
Sudurpaschim budget bets on innovation over routine programs
This time, however, the provincial government is trying to broaden its development agenda. Instead of treating agriculture, education, health, infrastructure and enterprise as separate sectors, the Rs 37.7 billion budget links them through employment, social transformation, digital governance, youth...
Jul 05, 2026
ECONOMY
Minister urges stakeholders to complete Sikta Project within deadline
Minister urges stakeholders to complete Sikta Project within...
Speaking during an interaction with project officials and beneficiary farmers after inspecting the project site, Shrestha said the government is committed to ensuring adequate funding for the project and called for faster construction.
Jul 05, 2026
DIASPORA
Nepal-UK Economic Partnership Forum 2026 concludes, two key agreements signed
Nepal-UK Economic Partnership Forum 2026 concludes, two key...
The forum concluded with the signing of two separate memorandums of understanding (MoUs). The first was signed between the West London Chamber of Commerce and the Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI), while the second was between the West London Chamber of Commerce and the Nepal Britain Chambe...
Jul 05, 2026
SOCIETY
Farmer registration drive gains momentum nationwide
Farmer registration drive gains momentum nationwide
The government has been implementing the farmer registration programme as a national campaign under the Food Rights and Food Sovereignty Act 2018. The initiative has also been included as a high priority in the government's 100-day action plan.
Jul 05, 2026
POLITICS
Govt claims Rs 118bn in seven money laundering cases in first 100 days
Govt claims Rs 118bn in seven money laundering cases in firs...
Unveiling the achievements of its first 100 days, government spokesperson Sasmit Pokharel said the administration led by senior Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) leader Balen Shah has adopted a zero-tolerance policy against corruption.
Jul 05, 2026
ECONOMY
Forex Updates: USD sells at Rs 152.64, euro at174.65
Forex Updates: USD sells at Rs 152.64, euro at174.65
The buying rate for one euro stands at Rs 173.96 and the selling rate at Rs 174.65. One UK pound sterling is being traded at a buying rate of Rs 202.99 and a selling rate of Rs 203.79, while one Swiss franc is valued at Rs 189.30 for buying and Rs 190.05 for selling.
Jul 05, 2026
SPORTS
France beat Paraguay to reach World Cup quarterfinals
France beat Paraguay to reach World Cup quarterfinals
France captain Kylian Mbappé scored the only goal of the match from the penalty spot in the 70th minute. France were awarded the penalty after Paraguay fouled Désiré Doué inside the box.
Jul 05, 2026
SOCIETY
Heavy rain likely in Gandaki, Lumbini, and Sudurpaschim
Heavy rain likely in Gandaki, Lumbini, and Sudurpaschim
Skies remain generally cloudy across Nepal. Moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning is occurring at a few places in Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces and at one or two locations in the hilly areas of Lumbini Province.
Jul 05, 2026