WORLD
World risks year of severe fires fuelled by climate change: researchers
World risks year of severe fires fuelled by climate change:...
"This year the global fire season has got off to a very fast start," said Theodore Keeping, a researcher at Imperial College London.
May 12, 2026
ECONOMY
Smart Telecom auction case exposes legal grey zone as assets vs liabilities battle intensi...
Smart Telecom auction case exposes legal grey zone as assets...
Legal experts warn the Smart Telecom dispute could set a major precedent on whether the state can claim corporate assets while sidestepping the liabilities attached to them.
May 12, 2026
WORLD
South Korea floats AI profit social tax as tech giants boom
South Korea floats AI profit social tax as tech giants boom
The two South Korean firms have emerged as key suppliers of high-performance chips powering AI infrastructure globally, posting record first-quarter earnings as global demand surges.
May 12, 2026
ECONOMY
251 companies lose as NEPSE plunges 39.44 points
251 companies lose as NEPSE plunges 39.44 points
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Tuesday plunged 39.44 points to close at 2,744.40 points.
May 12, 2026
POLITICS
Rights guaranteed by Constitution still not fully implemented: Bhumika Shrestha
Rights guaranteed by Constitution still not fully implemente...
She said the community has remained marginalised for decades and expressed concern that even 10 years after the promulgation of the Constitution, the rights guaranteed by it have not been fully implemented.
May 12, 2026
WORLD
Keir Starmer: British PM fighting for his political future
Keir Starmer: British PM fighting for his political future
In his first speech as prime minister on July 5, 2024, Starmer promised a government of "service" that would "tread more lightly" on people's lives following 14 years of Conservative rule dominated by Brexit and infighting.
May 12, 2026
SOCIETY
Suklaphanta Municipality uses AI to identify tuberculosis
Suklaphanta Municipality uses AI to identify tuberculosis
The local level held camps at vulnerable sites such as Wards Nos. 1, 5 and 8 to identify the tuberculosis patients, who have been left unchecked. The use of modern technology is facilitating the identification and detection of patients for timely treatment.
May 12, 2026
Literature
New book examines youth and democratic transformation across Asia
New book examines youth and democratic transformation across...
The publication highlights the growing role of youth movements in promoting accountability, transparency and good governance across South and Southeast Asia.
May 12, 2026
POLITICS
NC seeks clarification from PM Shah over walkout during Presidential address
NC seeks clarification from PM Shah over walkout during Pres...
Raising the issue in the House of Representatives, NC Parliamentary Party Chief Whip Basana Thapa demanded an explanation from the Prime Minister.
May 12, 2026
SPORTS
World Cup League 2: Scotland set 244-run target for Nepal
World Cup League 2: Scotland set 244-run target for Nepal
After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Scotland posted 243 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted overs.
May 12, 2026