POLITICS
Former Home Minister Lekhak arrested over shooting during Gen Z protests
Former Home Minister Lekhak arrested over shooting during Ge...
Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has been arrested in connection with the shooting incident that took place in Baneshwor, Kathmandu, during Gen Z on September 8, 2025.
Mar 28, 2026
POLITICS
Balen govt to act immediately against four including former PM Oli and Lekhak
Balen govt to act immediately against four including former...
The decision was taken at the first cabinet meeting held after Shah assumed office.
Mar 28, 2026
ECONOMY
FinMin Wagle initiates process to repeal 15 outdated laws, longtime demand of private sect...
FinMin Wagle initiates process to repeal 15 outdated laws, l...
The 15 laws targeted for repeal were described by the Ministry as decades-old regulations that no longer align with a modern open-market economy, creating unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles and hampering investment. The reforms are expected to significantly improve Nepal’s business environment a...
Mar 28, 2026
POLITICS
Balen Shah sworn in as Nepal’s youngest democratically elected PM
Balen Shah sworn in as Nepal’s youngest democratically elect...
PM Balen makes history as Nepal’s first PM from Madheshi-origin, breaking Brahmin-Chhetri dominance for centuries
Mar 28, 2026
POLITICS
Five women ministers take charge, set tone for reform in new govt
Five women ministers take charge, set tone for reform in new...
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has appointed five women to his 15-member cabinet, a composition that reflects partial inclusion as the new government begins outlining its priorities.
Mar 28, 2026
SOCIETY
Gagan Thapa pledges initiative to connect Nepali-origin communities worldwide with Nepal
Gagan Thapa pledges initiative to connect Nepali-origin comm...
Thapa made the commitment during a meeting on Thursday with a delegation from the Association of Nepali Origin (ANO), including its President Dilli Adhikari, Vice President and senior advocate Sushil Kumar Pant, General Secretary Chudamani Bhattarai, and Board of Trustees member Omraj Gurung.
Mar 27, 2026
OPINION
When Hope Becomes Political
When Hope Becomes Political
Balen Shah’s rise as Nepal’s Prime Minister embodies both psychological and political hope, highlighting the delicate balance between public expectations, charismatic leadership, and the need for strong institutions to turn hope into lasting change.
Mar 27, 2026
SOCIETY
52-yr-old woman killed in tipper accident in Dang
52-yr-old woman killed in tipper accident in Dang
The accident occurred near Bahrakune Daha along the Ghorahi–Rolpa Shahid Highway when a tipper truck (Ra 1 Pa 1293), carrying limestone for a cement factory and heading towards Ghorahi, struck the victim.
Mar 27, 2026
POLITICS
World leaders congratulate PM Balen Shah, pledge stronger ties with Nepal
World leaders congratulate PM Balen Shah, pledge stronger ti...
World leaders and diplomatic missions have extended congratulatory messages to newly appointed Prime Minister Balendra Shah, expressing optimism for enhanced bilateral cooperation and continued partnership with Nepal.
Mar 27, 2026
WORLD
Cryptocurrencies aiding Iran during war
Cryptocurrencies aiding Iran during war
Experts say they are being used to circumvent sanctions placed on Iran's Revolutionary Guards as well as a financial safe haven by civilians hit by soaring inflation.
Mar 27, 2026