WORLD
China, Russia to hold joint naval exercise, maritime patrol
China, Russia to hold joint naval exercise, maritime patrol
Chinese and Russian navies will hold the "Joint Sea-2026" naval exercise this month in waters and airspace near the Chinese port city of Qingdao in east China's Shandong Province, China's Ministry of National Defense announced Sunday.
Jul 05, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepal’s first overhead canopy bridge debuts in Nawalaparasi
Nepal’s first overhead canopy bridge debuts in Nawalaparasi
This innovative structure, located at Pitouji in the Gaindakot forest of Nawalparasi (east of Bardaghat (Susta), aims to provide a safe passage for monkeys and other tree-dwelling creatures, ensuring they can cross the road without harm. Shiv Khanal, the project’s information officer and engin...
Jul 05, 2026
POLITICS
Constitution amendment task force to submit report by mid-July
Constitution amendment task force to submit report by mid-Ju...
Speaking at a press conference held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers to mark the government's first 100 days, Shah said the task force has been consulting constitutional experts, political parties and other stakeholders.
Jul 05, 2026
WORLD
Lebanese president urges US to 'keep standing' by country
Lebanese president urges US to 'keep standing' by country
The deal reached in Washington calls for the disarmament of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the deployment of the Lebanese army there, starting with two "pilot" areas.
Jul 05, 2026
SOCIETY
Mother, son killed in elephant attack in Chitwan
Mother, son killed in elephant attack in Chitwan
According to police, the victims, 25-year-old Ashika Bote and her son Bharat, died instantly during the attack on Saturday night.
Jul 05, 2026
SOCIETY
1,813 drivers fined for violating traffic rules in last 24 hrs
1,813 drivers fined for violating traffic rules in last 24 h...
The Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office reported that among those penalized, nine individuals were caught driving under the influence of alcohol, 105 were for improper ride-sharing practices, 119 for ignoring traffic signals, and 115 for speeding.
Jul 05, 2026
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