WORLD
Trump says Israel, Lebanon leaders to hold talks Thursday
Trump says Israel, Lebanon leaders to hold talks Thursday
Lebanon was pulled into the Middle East war on March 2 after pro-Tehran group Hezbollah attacked Israel.
Apr 16, 2026
Market
Gold, silver prices see slight rise
Gold, silver prices see slight rise
The price of gold rose by Rs 100 per tola, while silver increased by Rs 30 per tola, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.
Apr 16, 2026
WORLD
US optimistic about reaching peace deal with Iran
US optimistic about reaching peace deal with Iran
A Pakistani delegation arrived in Tehran meanwhile bearing a new message from Washington after US President Donald Trump indicated negotiations could resume this week following last weekend's abortive talks in Islamabad.
Apr 16, 2026
WORLD
Death toll from Russian strikes in Ukraine rises to 12: local authorities
Death toll from Russian strikes in Ukraine rises to 12: loca...
Missile and drone attacks on the southern port city of Odesa killed six people, the head of the city's military administration Sergiy Lysak wrote on Telegram.
Apr 16, 2026
WORLD
War in the Middle East: latest developments
War in the Middle East: latest developments
The latest developments in the Middle East war:
Apr 16, 2026
ECONOMY
Transport Management Office collects Rs 233 million in revenue
Transport Management Office collects Rs 233 million in reven...
The Chief of Office, Tek Bahadur Nepali, stated that the revenue amount was collected under different headings, including vehicle tax, driving license, vehicle registration and others.
Apr 16, 2026
SOCIETY
Deputy Speaker Thakur urges ‘dowry-free marriage’ message in invitation cards
Deputy Speaker Thakur urges ‘dowry-free marriage’ message in...
She said she has recently received several wedding invitations, but most of them do not include any reference to dowry-free marriages, indicating that society has not yet fully moved away from the practice.
Apr 16, 2026
POLITICS
We will reduce rising inflation: FinMin Wagle
We will reduce rising inflation: FinMin Wagle
Minister Wagle stressed the need to expand capital formation, tackle unemployment, and curb rising inflation. He said strengthening entrepreneurship and boosting domestic production would help build a self-reliant and resilient economy, adding that cooperation from the media sector is also essential...
Apr 16, 2026
POLITICS
NC, UML mired in internal power struggles
NC, UML mired in internal power struggles
Nepal’s two major political forces—the NC and UML—are facing deepening internal rifts, with leadership disputes and factional battles intensifying in the aftermath of the March 5 HoR elections.
Apr 16, 2026
POLITICS
Sampang asks PM Balen to disclose sources of ministers’ assets
Sampang asks PM Balen to disclose sources of ministers’ asse...
Taking to social media, he wrote, “Balen ji, don’t bring too many new commitments now! First, complete what you have already made! And disclose the sources of your assets and those of all ministers. The people are waiting for that.”
Apr 16, 2026