SOCIETY
Kathmandu metropolis introduces car pooling, alternate vehicle use to save fuel
Kathmandu metropolis introduces car pooling, alternate vehic...
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has introduced a car pooling system and an alternate vehicle operation scheme for officials in a bid to reduce fuel consumption amid ongoing shortages.
Apr 12, 2026
ECONOMY
Will Nepal’s economy hit Rs 150 trillion mark?
Will Nepal’s economy hit Rs 150 trillion mark?
The current size of the economy stands at about 61.07 trillion rupees, around 46 billion dollars. That means the target requires almost doubling the economy in five years. Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle, an economist, now holds the responsibility. Whether the goal becomes reality will depend on gove...
Apr 12, 2026
SOCIETY
NRNA raises Rs 50 million to build Nepali temple in Spain
NRNA raises Rs 50 million to build Nepali temple in Spain
The event turned deeply devotional as spiritual discourses delivered by Pandit Dinbandhu Pokharel inspired attendees. Members of the Nepali community openly pledged financial contributions, which they have been asked to deposit into the organization’s account within the coming month.
Apr 12, 2026
WORLD
Vance says talks failed to reach deal with Iran on ending Mideast war
Vance says talks failed to reach deal with Iran on ending Mi...
Vance said Washington was seeking a "fundamental commitment" from Iran that it would not develop a nuclear weapon, but that "we haven't seen that" after holding the highest-level meeting between the two sides since the 1979 Islamic revolution.
Apr 12, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt defends special MBBS scholarship decision for Gen Z Shah
Govt defends special MBBS scholarship decision for Gen Z Sha...
The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has said that granting an opportunity for free medical education (MBBS) to Ekata Shah, an injured person of the Gen Z movement, is not beyond the law. Earlier, the allocation of an MBBS seat for Shah had stirred controversy, with claims that it was b...
Apr 12, 2026
ECONOMY
Forex update: USD selling at Rs148.67
Forex update: USD selling at Rs148.67
The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has fixed the foreign exchange rates for today, with the Nepali rupee slightly weakening against major currencies, including the US dollar, euro, and pound sterling.
Apr 12, 2026
SOCIETY
Weather update: Light rainfall predicted in some places
Weather update: Light rainfall predicted in some places
The impact of westerly winds is also declining, the Meteorological Forecasting Division said, predicting partly cloudy weather in hilly and mountainous regions, while the Terai region is generally clear.
Apr 12, 2026
SOCIETY
Experts call to boost electric energy use to cut fuel consumption
Experts call to boost electric energy use to cut fuel consum...
Environmental expert Bhushan Tuladhar stressed replacing gas with electricity in kitchens to reduce indoor air pollution. He also advised against burning waste such as plastic and suggested using masks while traveling in industrial areas or highly polluted places.
Apr 12, 2026
WORLD
No agreement with Iran after marathon talks in Pakistan
No agreement with Iran after marathon talks in Pakistan
The marathon talks covered issues including the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran’s nuclear program, according to Iran’s Foreign Ministry.
Apr 12, 2026
SOCIETY
Tourist information center set up in Dhorpatan
Tourist information center set up in Dhorpatan
According to the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Office, the center will provide details about hunting activities, regulations, and information on animals such as blue sheep, Himalayan tahr, and red panda. It will also display items like horns and animal hides.
Apr 12, 2026