SOCIETY
Doctor exodus gathers pace as overseas opportunities attract Nepali medics
Doctor exodus gathers pace as overseas opportunities attract...
Annually, around 2,000 doctors obtain licences from the Council, while an equal number of doctors acquire 'Good Standing Certificates'. It is said that the Good Standing Certificate is generally required to explore career or academic opportunities outside the country.
Jun 23, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepal courts Spanish investment at Madrid business forum
Nepal courts Spanish investment at Madrid business forum
Organized by the Embassy of Nepal in Madrid, the forum aimed to bridge the gap between Spanish investors and entrepreneurs and Nepal’s public and private sectors to promote trade and investment cooperation. The event brought together public officials and members of the business communities of...
Jun 23, 2026
WORLD
India hopes Hormuz traffic will provide energy relief
India hopes Hormuz traffic will provide energy relief
The current state of the crucial waterway for oil and gas transport is uncertain -- it reopened last week, after Iran and the United States reached an agreement, but Tehran announced on Saturday it had closed it again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon.
Jun 23, 2026
POLITICS
RSP scraps delegate fee at national convention, refund process announced
RSP scraps delegate fee at national convention, refund proce...
Considering the extension of the convention period, Lamichhane clarified that the previously set mandatory fee of Rs 5,000 per delegate will no longer be required.
Jun 23, 2026
SOCIETY
Heat wave continues in Terai, Mercury soars up to 41°C
Heat wave continues in Terai, Mercury soars up to 41°C
Although there is a chance of rain in the hilly and mountainous regions of Lumbini Province, there is still a risk of heat wave in one or two places in the Tarai, and the department has also pointed out that a heat wave could occur in the Tarai region of Sudurpashchim Province as well.
Jun 23, 2026
ECONOMY
Govt weighs lowering IPO face value floor less than Rs 100
Govt weighs lowering IPO face value floor less than Rs 100
The government is considering allowing public limited companies to issue their primary shares at the face value of less than Rs 100 per unit.
Jun 23, 2026
POLITICS
Rabi Lamichhane says old political style cannot deliver new results
Rabi Lamichhane says old political style cannot deliver new...
Addressing the party’s ongoing national convention closed session, Lamichhane emphasized that expecting different outcomes through traditional political practices is unrealistic, and that genuine change must be reflected in both mindset and behaviour.
Jun 23, 2026
SOCIETY
Dhangadhi sub-metropolis endorses two bills for protecting customary practices
Dhangadhi sub-metropolis endorses two bills for protecting c...
The 15th Municipal Council of the local government concluded on Sunday, unanimously endorsed the documents aiming to recognize, promote and archive the customary practices of the Tharu and Ranatharu communities.
Jun 23, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt issues five-day ultimatum to vacate holding centres used by squatters
Govt issues five-day ultimatum to vacate holding centres use...
The government has directed squatters and landless families temporarily residing in holding centres to vacate the facilities within five days. The High-Powered Bagmati Civilization Integrated Development Committee issued a notice urging occupants to self-manage and leave the centres by Friday.
Jun 23, 2026
ECONOMY
NEPSE falls below 2,700 points, hits four-month low
NEPSE falls below 2,700 points, hits four-month low
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged below 2,700 points in the past three and a half months due to a heavy decline in investors’ confidence towards the country’s share market.
Jun 23, 2026