SOCIETY
Poverty in Sudurpaschim province up by 10 percent
Poverty in Sudurpaschim province up by 10 percent
The government, which is in the final stage of preparing its second five-year plan, said poverty has risen in the current fiscal year compared to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020/21.
Apr 08, 2026
POLITICS
Deuba denounces family asset ‘propaganda’, urges public not to be misled
Deuba denounces family asset ‘propaganda’, urges public not...
Former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has responded to reports that the current government has issued an arrest warrant against him and his spouse, former Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba, in connection with asset verification and alleged financial irregularities.
Apr 08, 2026
POLITICS
President Paudel to address the joint session of federal parliament on Friday
President Paudel to address the joint session of federal par...
According to the Office of the President, a formal letter has been sent to the Federal Parliament Secretariat regarding the address. The Secretariat is expected to release an official notice about the President’s speech soon.
Apr 08, 2026
SOCIETY
Health Minister Mehta inspects District Hospital in Sunsari
Health Minister Mehta inspects District Hospital in Sunsari
During the visit, Minister Mehta asserted that the government is actively working to ensure access to quality healthcare services for all citizens.
Apr 08, 2026
POLITICS
Lawmaker calls for ending ‘Rs 11.84 billion textbook racket’ burdening parents
Lawmaker calls for ending ‘Rs 11.84 billion textbook racket’...
Speaking during the zero hour of Wednesday’s meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR), Prakash Pathak urged the government to end disparities in textbooks and uniforms between community and private schools.
Apr 08, 2026
SOCIETY
Corruption case filed against Bir Hospital accounts officer
Corruption case filed against Bir Hospital accounts officer
A corruption case has been filed at the Special Court against Dhundiraj Dahal, an accounts officer at Bir Hospital, after he was previously arrested with bribe money. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) lodged the case on Wednesday, claiming Dahal committed an offense u...
Apr 08, 2026
ECONOMY
Fare hike not applicable to electric vehicles
Fare hike not applicable to electric vehicles
The fare adjustment, announced on Wednesday, was based on changes in fuel prices and analyzed through 13 indicators. The DoTM confirmed that the new rates are applicable only to conventional fuel-based vehicles.
Apr 08, 2026
WORLD
UN probe: Israeli fire, Hezbollah IED killed peacekeepers in Lebanon
UN probe: Israeli fire, Hezbollah IED killed peacekeepers in...
"We have requested with the relevant parties that the cases be investigated and prosecuted by national authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure criminal accountability for crimes against peacekeepers," Stephane Dujarric, spokesman for the UN secretary-general, told reporters.
Apr 08, 2026
SOCIETY
Clash at Kanchanpur jail leaves five inmates injured
Clash at Kanchanpur jail leaves five inmates injured
Five inmates were injured during a clash at the district jail in Mahendranagar, Kanchanpur, on Wednesday. Inspector Thapa confirmed that the situation inside the jail has now returned to normal. Following the incident, a large contingent of police personnel was deployed to maintain order.
Apr 08, 2026
POLITICS
National Assembly Vice Chair Bhandari gives up party responsibility
National Assembly Vice Chair Bhandari gives up party respons...
Elected from CPN-UML, Bhandari was a central member of the party. She was unanimously elected as the Vice Chairperson of the National Assembly, the upper house of the Federal Parliament, on April 6.
Apr 08, 2026