POLITICS
Foreign Minister Khanal holds virtual meeting with British Minister
Foreign Minister Khanal holds virtual meeting with British M...
The Ministry stated that the meeting primarily focused on the British Gurkhas’ unresolved long-standing grievances, including the demand for proportionate pensions.
6 days ago
ECONOMY
Half-cylinder LPG policy adds Rs 680 million to monthly costs
Half-cylinder LPG policy adds Rs 680 million to monthly cost...
Consumers, dealers and industries bear the burden as full cylinders remain unavailable
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SOCIETY
Five Mustang tourists injured after vehicle brake failure
Five Mustang tourists injured after vehicle brake failure
The accident occurred when a Scorpio jeep (BA 19 Cha 5602), travelling from Jomsom to Beni, lost its brakes while descending a slope and collided with a roadside divider.
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OPINION
NHRC Investigation and the Perils of Parallelism
NHRC Investigation and the Perils of Parallelism
NHRC’s investigation into the September 2025 Gen Z movement, driven in part by concerns over international accreditation, exceeded its statutory role and created a harmful parallel oversight process that risks undermining Nepal’s constitutional governance framework.
6 days ago
OPINION
Seizing the Moment: Balen Shah and the Future of Nepal–India Relations
Seizing the Moment: Balen Shah and the Future of Nepal–India...
Now is the time for Prime Minister Balen Shah to take the next step and visit India. Such a visit could help shape the next chapter of one of South Asia’s most important and enduring relationships.
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WORLD
Zverev ends wait for Grand Slam title with French Open triumph
Zverev ends wait for Grand Slam title with French Open trium...
The second seed became the first German man to win a major tournament since Boris Becker at the 1996 Australian Open with a 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5/7), 6-1 victory after four hours and 16 minutes.
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Editorial
Breaking the Cycle of Monsoon Losses
Breaking the Cycle of Monsoon Losses
With more than 226,000 people potentially at risk this monsoon, Nepal must prioritise preparedness and prevention rather than repeating the familiar cycle of disaster, damage assessment and relief.
6 days ago
ECONOMY
NIA overwhelmed with insurance complaints amid slow resolution
NIA overwhelmed with insurance complaints amid slow resoluti...
According to recent records maintained by the NIA, a total of 149 new complaints were registered in the first ten months of the current fiscal year (FY) 2025/26. This figure is lower compared to 235 cases registered during the same period last fiscal year. Of the new cases, 104 were filed at the NIA...
6 days ago
SOCIETY
Nepal’s manpower agencies warn of shutdown without fee hike
Nepal’s manpower agencies warn of shutdown without fee hike
Manpower entrepreneurs have raised serious questions over the government’s current service fee arrangement. “It costs Rs 20,000 to Rs 30,000 just to come to Kathmandu from districts in Sudurpaschim and Karnali,” says former First Vice-President of the Nepal Foreign Employment Entre...
6 days ago
ECONOMY
Govt firm on recovering pending dues of dedicated feeders
Govt firm on recovering pending dues of dedicated feeders
Balen Shah led government appears firm on recovering the controversial dues of dedicated feeders that have remained pending for years.
6 days ago