POLITICS
NA committee fast-tracks four substitution bills ahead of House presentation
NA committee fast-tracks four substitution bills ahead of Ho...
Clause-wise discussions are taking place over four bills in today's meeting of the National Assembly (NA)'s Legislation Management Committee. The bills were received with a message after endorsement from the House of Representatives.
Jul 09, 2026
WORLD
Amnesty urges investigating Israeli attacks on Lebanon as 'war crimes'
Amnesty urges investigating Israeli attacks on Lebanon as 'w...
Hezbollah drew Lebanon into the Middle East war on March 2 by launching rockets at Israel in support of its backer Iran.
Jul 09, 2026
WORLD
Crude stabilises after US-Iran flare-up rocked peace hopes
Crude stabilises after US-Iran flare-up rocked peace hopes
Equity markets mostly rose as tech firms saw a touch of bargain-buying, with Seoul and Tokyo enjoying healthy gains in early trade.
Jul 09, 2026
POLITICS
UML quits constitutional amendment task force over 'unclear agenda'
UML quits constitutional amendment task force over 'unclear...
The UML reiterated that it supports constitutional amendments aimed at strengthening the Constitution's core provisions and addressing shortcomings seen in its implementation. However, it said the task force appeared to be moving in a direction that could alter the Constitution's basic framework, pr...
Jul 09, 2026
POLITICS
Oppn protests in HoR, demands govt clarification on PM's border remarks
Oppn protests in HoR, demands govt clarification on PM's bor...
The protest began as soon as the House convened, with opposition lawmakers rising from their seats.
Jul 09, 2026
SOCIETY
Rain forecast in many areas, with heavy downpours likely in some regions
Rain forecast in many areas, with heavy downpours likely in...
According to the division, this afternoon, some high hilly and mountainous areas may receive moderate rainfall and even snowfall. Moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning is also likely in parts of the Tarai, particularly in Koshi, Lumbini and Sudurpashchim provinces, as well as in a few p...
Jul 09, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt approves Geta Hospital as teaching hospital under MDCUHS
Govt approves Geta Hospital as teaching hospital under MDCUH...
The move is expected to transform Geta Hospital into a key center for medical education, clinical training and research, while also expanding access to specialized healthcare services and helping produce skilled health professionals.
Jul 09, 2026
Market
Gold, silver prices drop in Nepali market
Gold, silver prices drop in Nepali market
In the international market, gold is trading at around USD 4,075 per ounce, while silver is priced at USD 57 per ounce, according to international media reports.
Jul 09, 2026
SOCIETY
Revenue worth Rs 1.86 million collected from traffic action
Revenue worth Rs 1.86 million collected from traffic action
With the traffic action in place, revenue amounting to Rs 1.86 million was deposited in the state treasury.
Jul 09, 2026
WORLD
US crackdown on top AI fuels open-source surge
US crackdown on top AI fuels open-source surge
The de facto bans from an anti-regulation White House blindsided the tech world, which had grown accustomed to AI labs releasing ever more powerful models with nary a worry of government intervention.
Jul 09, 2026