ECONOMY
Tourist arrivals up in Chitwan with a two-day weekend
Tourist arrivals up in Chitwan with a two-day weekend
According to tourism entrepreneurs in Sauraha, the flow of tourists has increased significantly in recent weeks compared to the past. The rise in arrivals has been particularly noticeable since the government introduced a two-day weekend: Saturday and Sunday effective from April 6.
May 04, 2026
POLITICS
UML adopts digital membership system, late renewals to lead to automatic removal
UML adopts digital membership system, late renewals to lead...
The issue was discussed in detail during a demonstration meeting on membership management held at the party’s central office, with the participation of senior leaders including the vice-chairperson, general secretary, provincial leaders and representatives from sister organizations.
May 04, 2026
ECONOMY
Bagmati province pushes ecotourism drive across four national parks
Bagmati province pushes ecotourism drive across four nationa...
According to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, preparations are underway to develop ecotourism infrastructure and tourism promotion activities in Langtang National Park, Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, Chitwan National Park and Parsa National Park.
May 04, 2026
SOCIETY
Pokhara metropolis issues notice to remove encroached structures
Pokhara metropolis issues notice to remove encroached struct...
Originally designated for this purpose fifty years ago, the land has drastically decreased from 205 ropani to 47 ropani due to a lack of proper management. At present, more than 400 families of landless squatters inhabit this area, resulting in persistent traffic congestion, as buses operate from th...
May 04, 2026
Business & Economy, SOCIETY
SC orders release of Shekhar Golchha on bail
SC orders release of Shekhar Golchha on bail
The Supreme Court (SC) has ordered the release of businessman Shekhar Golchha on bail, ruling that detention should only be used as a last resort.
May 04, 2026
ECONOMY
Local governments to handle land revenue and survey services
Local governments to handle land revenue and survey services
According to the ministry, 207 local governments have expressed interest in independently operating land revenue and survey services. These include sub-metropolitan cities such as Dharan, Ghorahi and Dhangadhi, which have shown readiness to begin operations.
May 04, 2026
WORLD
UAE says OPEC exit 'not directed against anyone'
UAE says OPEC exit 'not directed against anyone'
The move aimed at focusing on national priorities and the UAE economy, said Sultan Al Jaber, who is ADNOC's CEO and the country's industry and advanced technology minister.
May 04, 2026
SOCIETY
Thousands of bighas still under control of land mafias and individuals
Thousands of bighas still under control of land mafias and i...
Thousands of bighas still under control of land mafias and individuals
May 04, 2026
WORLD
NATO chief says Europeans have 'gotten message' from Trump on defence
NATO chief says Europeans have 'gotten message' from Trump o...
"European leaders have gotten the message. They heard the message loud and clear," Rutte said before talks with European leaders in Armenia, acknowledging "disappointment on the US side" faced with European allies' resistance to joining the war.
May 04, 2026
POLITICS
UML lawmaker Nembang calls for monitoring of holding centres housing displaced squatters
UML lawmaker Nembang calls for monitoring of holding centres...
Lawmaker Suhang Nembang has proposed that the parliamentary Law, Justice and Human Rights Committee conduct monitoring of holding centres where landless squatters have been temporarily housed.
May 04, 2026