Market
Gold, silver prices slightly decline in domestic market
Gold, silver prices slightly decline in domestic market
The price of gold fell by Rs 100 per tola on Thursday.
Jun 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Journalists in Bagmati to get social security, insurance cover
Journalists in Bagmati to get social security, insurance cov...
In its budget for the fiscal year 2026/27, the provincial government has allocated Rs 10 million to support the inclusion of journalists in the Social Security Fund and insurance schemes as part of efforts to uphold press freedom and strengthen the welfare of media professionals.
Jun 18, 2026
SPORTS
What we learned after the first round of World Cup games
What we learned after the first round of World Cup games
From Lionel Messi rolling back the years to full stadiums and a Cape Verde team that shocked Spain, here is what we learned after the first round of games at the World Cup:
Jun 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Two decades of CPA: Families of disappeared still await truth and justice
Two decades of CPA: Families of disappeared still await trut...
They stressed the need to realise the sensitivity of the issue and address it through effective coordination among the relevant bodies.
Jun 18, 2026
ECONOMY
Oil prices sink further as Trump signs deal to reopen Hormuz
Oil prices sink further as Trump signs deal to reopen Hormuz
The news boosted optimism for a lasting peace between the two nations after more than three months of war that has rattled energy markets and fuelled a fresh spike in inflation.
Jun 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Bitumen shortage stalls Araniko Highway upgrade
Bitumen shortage stalls Araniko Highway upgrade
Although asphalt base paving (DBM) was carried out in March after traffic was restricted at night and operated one way during the day for nearly a month, further work has been halted because of a lack of bitumen.
Jun 18, 2026
WORLD
EU chief says 'time for change' on children's social media access
EU chief says 'time for change' on children's social media a...
After Australia became the first country in the world to ban social media for children under 16, a move emulated this week by Britain, the 27-nation European Union is exploring a similar step.
Jun 18, 2026
WORLD
What happens when the Strait of Hormuz re-opens?
What happens when the Strait of Hormuz re-opens?
AFP examines how the re-opening could work and why a return to normal is likely to take time.
Jun 18, 2026
SPORTS
Luis Diaz shines as Colombia beat Uzbekistan in World Cup group game
Luis Diaz shines as Colombia beat Uzbekistan in World Cup gr...
The Bayern Munich forward provided an assist, a goal and also hit the post as the Colombians resisted a battling performance from the Uzbeks in front of 80,824 spectators in Mexico City.
Jun 18, 2026
ECONOMY
Forex Updates: USD sells at Rs 151.55, euro at 174.95
Forex Updates: USD sells at Rs 151.55, euro at 174.95
Similarly, the buying rate of one euro stands at Rs 174.95 and the selling rate at Rs 175.65. One UK pound sterling is priced at Rs 202.36 for buying and Rs 203.17 for selling, while one Swiss franc has a buying rate of Rs 190.37 and a selling rate of Rs 191.12.
Jun 18, 2026