WORLD
Australian inquiry opens public hearings into Bondi Beach shooting
Australian inquiry opens public hearings into Bondi Beach sh...
The federal royal commission -- the highest level of government inquiry -- was called to probe factors leading to the attack by two gunmen on Jewish families at Australia's most famous beach in December.
May 04, 2026
WORLD
War in the Middle East: latest developments
War in the Middle East: latest developments
The latest developments in the Middle East war:
May 04, 2026
WORLD
More Nepalis drive electric, evading global fuel shocks
More Nepalis drive electric, evading global fuel shocks
Electric microbus driver Purushottam Adhikari said he was now shuttling more passengers along the 300-kilometre (186-mile) journey between his town in Chitwan district and the capital Kathmandu.
May 04, 2026
WORLD
OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas but stays mum on UAE pull-out
OPEC+ hikes oil production quotas but stays mum on UAE pull-...
The seven major producers will add 188,000 barrels per day to their total production quota for June amid the price pressure unleashed by the Mideast war, as part of "their collective commitment to support oil market stability", according to a statement published by OPEC+.
May 04, 2026
POLITICS
What perks do Asset Probe Commission members get?
What perks do Asset Probe Commission members get?
As per the Nepal Gazette, the commission’s chairperson will enjoy facilities equivalent to a state minister.
May 04, 2026
ECONOMY
Nine insurers miss capital requirement despite multiple NIA deadlines
Nine insurers miss capital requirement despite multiple NIA...
According to the NIA, nine out of 37 insurers currently in operation—including two reinsurance companies, three micro-insurers, three non-life insurers and one life insurer—have yet to meet the minimum capital thresholds.
May 04, 2026
POLITICS
India responds to Nepal on Lipulekh: Lipulekh route used for Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage...
India responds to Nepal on Lipulekh: Lipulekh route used for...
Following Nepal’s statement, Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Nepal’s position was not based on historical facts and evidence.
May 04, 2026
ECONOMY
Traders halt imports over MRP rule; shortages may push up prices
Traders halt imports over MRP rule; shortages may push up pr...
The government began enforcing the rule on April 28, 2026, requiring all imported finished goods to carry MRP labels before customs clearance.
May 04, 2026
SOCIETY
Heavy rainfall likely in Sudurpaschim and Karnali today
Heavy rainfall likely in Sudurpaschim and Karnali today
Thunderstorms, lightning, windstorms, hail and moderate to heavy rain and snowfall are possible in some places of the mountainous and hilly regions of the country, including Sudurpaschim and Lumbini Provinces, and in one or two places of the remaining Tarai region.
May 04, 2026
POLITICS
Ordinance strategy puts govt credibility under scrutiny
Ordinance strategy puts govt credibility under scrutiny
The government’s aggressive use of ordinances may accelerate reforms in the short term, but it risks undermining democratic processes and eroding public trust in the long run.
May 04, 2026