SOCIETY
Bala Chaturdashi being observed today
Bala Chaturdashi being observed today
The devotees, who spent the whole night on Tuesday lighting oil lamps, observed Bala Chaturdashi this morning on the day of Margashirsha Krishna Chaturdashi (the fourth day of Margashirsha Maas, according to the Hindu calendar).
Nov 19, 2025
OPINION
A Shared Himalayan Climate Threat
A Shared Himalayan Climate Threat
Climate change is transforming the Himalayas into a zone of escalating risk, endangering shared rivers, infrastructure and livelihoods across Nepal and India. Only a deeper, science-driven partnership can turn this growing vulnerability into long-term regional resilience.
Nov 19, 2025
WORLD
WHO warns antimicrobial resistance of reversing decades of medical progress
WHO warns antimicrobial resistance of reversing decades of m...
Saia Ma'u Piukala, the WHO regional director for the Western Pacific, said in a statement released Tuesday that the discovery of antimicrobials almost a century ago changed the course of modern medicine.
Nov 19, 2025
SPORTS
NPL: Kathmandu Gorkhas to face Sudurpashchim Royals
NPL: Kathmandu Gorkhas to face Sudurpashchim Royals
Kathmandu will be aiming for its second win, while Sudurpashchim Royals will look to begin their campaign on a positive note. Kathmandu Gorkhas defeated defending champions Janakpur Bolts in the opening match.
Nov 19, 2025
POLITICS
Karki-led commission to summon Oli, Lekhak for statements
Karki-led commission to summon Oli, Lekhak for statements
According to sources, the three-member commission led by former judge Gauri Bahadur Karki is preparing to dispatch formal letters summoning the duo. “It may take a few days. We are currently questioning police and civil servants. Once those statements are complete, we will move towards calling...
Nov 19, 2025
POLITICS
Elections are the cornerstone of democracy, says Home Minister Aryal
Elections are the cornerstone of democracy, says Home Minist...
In a video message from his secretariat on Tuesday, Minister Aryal stated that the government has been mandated to hold elections on March 5 by establishing good governance and the rule of law.
Nov 19, 2025
WORLD
UN says lacks billions of dollars to feed world's hungry
UN says lacks billions of dollars to feed world's hungry
"Declines in global humanitarian funding are forcing WFP to prioritise food assistance to roughly one third of those in need," targeting 110 million of the most vulnerable, it said in a statement.
Nov 19, 2025
ECONOMY
FDI pledges double to Rs 36.68 billion in four months
FDI pledges double to Rs 36.68 billion in four months
The records with the Department of Industry (DoI) show that the country recorded the FDI commitment of Rs 18.66 billion during mid-July and mid-November of FY 2024/25. The pledged amount was Rs 18.02 billion more in the review period compared to corresponding period of last FY.
Nov 19, 2025
POLITICS
SC bars Madhesh Chief Minister from making policy decisions
SC bars Madhesh Chief Minister from making policy decisions
A division bench of justices Nahakul Subedi and Sunil Kumar Pokhrel issued the interim order on Tuesday, asking Chief Minister Yadav to refrain from policy decisions that can have a long-term impact.
Nov 19, 2025
WORLD
UN Security Council votes for international force for Gaza
UN Security Council votes for international force for Gaza
There were 13 votes in favor of the text, which US President Trump claimed would lead to "further Peace all over the World," with only Russia and China abstaining -- but no vetoes.
Nov 19, 2025