POLITICS
Traffic police crack down on drunk, drugged driving in Kathmandu
Traffic police crack down on drunk, drugged driving in Kathm...
Kathmandu traffic police have launched an intensified, round-the-clock crackdown on drunk and drugged driving—penalising offenders and tightening surveillance—to curb rising accidents and improve road safety across the valley.
Apr 06, 2026
POLITICS
SC orders release of Oli and Lekhak, bars further extension of remand
SC orders release of Oli and Lekhak, bars further extension...
A joint bench of Justices Binod Sharma and Sunil Kumar Pokharel issued the mandamus order stating that even if the habeas corpus petitions filed by their wives are dismissed, the investigation period against the two leaders for their role in the Gen G movement cannot be prolonged beyond the current...
Apr 06, 2026
WORLD
U.S., Iran and mediators seeking 45-day ceasefire: media
U.S., Iran and mediators seeking 45-day ceasefire: media
The report said the mediators are discussing the terms of a two-phased deal: the first phase would involve a potential 45-day ceasefire, during which the parties would negotiate a permanent end to the war, while the second phase would focus on reaching an agreement to end the war.
Apr 06, 2026
Health
Bird flu reported in 23 locations this year
Bird flu reported in 23 locations this year
No cases were reported earlier this year.
Apr 06, 2026
POLITICS
Ramkumari Jhakri questions delay in probe of September 9 arson and vandalism
Ramkumari Jhakri questions delay in probe of September 9 ars...
Speaking in the National Assembly on Monday, Jhakri asked, “When will a fair and impartial investigation into the September 9 events take place?” She further questioned whether the September 8-9 protests were truly peaceful or involved violence, and who would be held accountable.
Apr 06, 2026
WORLD
Libya's oil output hits highest level in over a decade
Libya's oil output hits highest level in over a decade
Suleiman said during a meeting that oil sales revenue for February exceeded 2 billion U.S. dollars and was fully transferred to the state treasury without any deductions, a first in years.
Apr 06, 2026
ECONOMY
FinMin urges investors not to panic amid share market concerns
FinMin urges investors not to panic amid share market concer...
“The share market in Nepal is more organized and transparent than many other sectors,” Dr Wagle said. “With a paperless system, bank-mediated transactions, direct dividend deposits, clear taxation, and full traceability of buyers and sellers, the market is highly reliable.”
Apr 06, 2026
POLITICS
Lawmakers demand immediate reversal of two-day public holiday decision
Lawmakers demand immediate reversal of two-day public holida...
“The government’s move to grant two days off in view of the fuel shortages emanating from the Middle East conflict is not appropriate for our public and educational institutions,” Bishwakarma said. He warned that keeping employees idle for nearly three days could create disorder in...
Apr 06, 2026
SOCIETY
Minister Timilsina, FNJ discuss govt advertisement policy
Minister Timilsina, FNJ discuss govt advertisement policy
FNJ urges Minister Timilsina to ensure transparency and fairness in government advertisement policies, amid concerns over misuse and exclusion of working journalists.
Apr 06, 2026
POLITICS
Madhesh FinMin warns media of action over reports on ministry’s irregularities
Madhesh FinMin warns media of action over reports on ministr...
Speaking at a press conference in Janakpur on Monday, Yadav cautioned journalists and media houses against continuing to publish what he described as “unverified and baseless” reports about alleged corruption in the ministry. “If this continues, control it yourselves. Otherwis...
Apr 06, 2026