WORLD
Indian army searches for scores missing after deadly Himalayan flood
Indian army searches for scores missing after deadly Himalay...
At least four people were killed and more than 50 are unaccounted for after a wall of muddy water and debris tore down a narrow mountain valley, smashing into the town of Dharali in Uttarakhand state, rescue officials said on Wednesday.
Aug 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Non-communicable diseases on rise in Nepal
Non-communicable diseases on rise in Nepal
Non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular, chronic respiratory complications and cancers are found increasing in Nepal.
Aug 07, 2025
WORLD
Ghana: Two ministers among eight killed in helicopter crash
Ghana: Two ministers among eight killed in helicopter crash
Mahama declared three days of mourning and had canceled his official activities for the day, the spokesperson said.
Aug 07, 2025
SOCIETY, POLITICS
PM Oli calls for global partnership to tackle disaster risks
PM Oli calls for global partnership to tackle disaster risks
Prime Minister Oli highlighted that although Nepal's contribution to carbon emissions is negligible, the country is still immoderately suffering from the adverse impacts of climate change.
Aug 07, 2025
SOCIETY
APF personnel, smugglers face off in Dhanusha; four warning shots fired
APF personnel, smugglers face off in Dhanusha; four warning...
Tensions escalated as residents joined the smugglers in pelting stones at the officers. Despite the turmoil, the APF managed to maintain order and prevent further violence.
Aug 07, 2025
WORLD
Trump adds 25% tariff on India over Russian oil purchases
Trump adds 25% tariff on India over Russian oil purchases
The tariff, set to take effect in three weeks, comes on top of a separate 25 percent duty entering into force on Thursday, according to the text of the executive order released by the White House.
Aug 07, 2025
OPINION
Nepal’s LDC Graduation – The Clock Is Ticking
Nepal’s LDC Graduation – The Clock Is Ticking
After over 50 years in the LDC group, Nepal is scheduled to graduate from this category on 24 November 2026. The graduation clock is ticking with every passing moment.
Aug 07, 2025
Market
Forex Update: Nepali rupee gains strength against US dollar
Forex Update: Nepali rupee gains strength against US dollar
The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has announced the latest exchange rates for 22 foreign currencies as of Thursday.
Aug 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Heavy Rainfall Likely in Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki amid weak moisture winds
Heavy Rainfall Likely in Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki amid weak m...
Although monsoon conditions persist across the country, the influence of moisture-laden winds appears relatively weak, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division.
Aug 07, 2025
Editorial
Building a Drug-Free Future
Building a Drug-Free Future
Data from the Nepal Police’s Narcotics Control Bureau sheds light on the alarming scale of drug trade and abuse. In the Fiscal Year 2024/25 alone, 1,132 drug-related cases were registered and 1,675 individuals arrested
Aug 07, 2025