ECONOMY
Capital spending shrinks despite majority government
Capital spending shrinks despite majority government
Despite commanding nearly two-thirds of parliamentary support, the government has unveiled the FY 2026/27 budget, which cuts capital expenditure and fails to address Nepal’s weak spending capacity.
Jun 18, 2026
SOCIETY
DoFE steps up efforts to fix foreign employment issues
DoFE steps up efforts to fix foreign employment issues
According to the latest update, 29 arrest warrants were issued, while nine were apprehended and presented before the authorities.
Jun 18, 2026
SOCIETY
El Niño effect delays Monsoon, raises drought fear
El Niño effect delays Monsoon, raises drought fear
Since the majority of the paddy transplanted in the country is dependent on rainwater due to the lack of good irrigation facilities, if the rainfall is less or delayed, it can affect paddy plantation and subsequently lead to reduced production.
Jun 18, 2026
ECONOMY
FNCCI urges diplomatic push to ease tea exports to India
FNCCI urges diplomatic push to ease tea exports to India
It called on the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies to engage with the neighboring country to remove the barriers affecting tea exports.
Jun 18, 2026
WORLD
Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in World Cup opener after injury-time winner
Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in World Cup opener after injury-time...
Caleb Yirenkyi bundled in the winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, sending thousands of Ghanaians in Canada's largest city into a frenzy and settling an otherwise attritional battle.
Jun 18, 2026
Market
inDrive Nepal, DGO launch Ride and Win campaign for World Cup fans
inDrive Nepal, DGO launch Ride and Win campaign for World Cu...
The campaign, which runs from June 16 to July 18, aims to enhance the World Cup viewing experience by combining everyday mobility with digital entertainment.
Jun 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt drafts civil service bill allowing lateral entry at top posts
Govt drafts civil service bill allowing lateral entry at top...
13,000 employees would retire under the proposed provision, creating widespread vacancies across the civil service
Jun 18, 2026
OPINION
Nepal and Neighbourhood Perspectives
Nepal and Neighbourhood Perspectives
Nepal’s strategic location between India, China, and engagement with the US makes balanced neighbourhood diplomacy essential to safeguard sovereignty, stability, and development amid intensifying geopolitical competition.
Jun 18, 2026
WORLD
Trump threatens 'dropping bombs' if Iran doesn't 'behave'
Trump threatens 'dropping bombs' if Iran doesn't 'behave'
"No, it's not final. It's a memorandum of understanding," Trump said at the G7, referring to the agreement expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday.
Jun 18, 2026
SPORTS
Brave DR Congo hold Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal to a 1-1 draw at World Cup
Brave DR Congo hold Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal to a 1-1...
Congo, which was playing at the World Cup for the first time in 52 years, became the second African nation to make a strong start in the tournament against European competition following Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw with Spain on Monday.
Jun 18, 2026