POLITICS
NC President Thapa resigns after poll defeat
NC President Thapa resigns after poll defeat
He submitted his resignation to Vice President Bishwa Prakash Sharma on Wednesday.
Mar 19, 2026
SOCIETY
Chances of rain in Karnali and Sudurpaschim
Chances of rain in Karnali and Sudurpaschim
The MFD states that currently Nepal is under the partial influence of a westerly low-pressure system and local winds.
Mar 19, 2026
WORLD
Mideast war ups threat to Israeli, US interests: Swedish intelligence
Mideast war ups threat to Israeli, US interests: Swedish int...
"Going back several years, we have had a serious security situation in Sweden. And with the recent developments in Iran and the Middle East, the security situation around the world has deteriorated further, and that also affects us," Charlotte von Essen, head of the Swedish Security Service (Sapo),...
Mar 19, 2026
WORLD
Trump temporarily waives maritime shipping law to ease energy costs
Trump temporarily waives maritime shipping law to ease energ...
Trump's move to issue a 60-day Jones Act waiver would lift a ban on foreign-flagged vessels transporting cargo between US ports over this period.
Mar 19, 2026
ECONOMY
Govt seeks clarification from 11 firms over trademark violations
Govt seeks clarification from 11 firms over trademark violat...
The Department of Industry directed the firms to appear before the department with relevant documents within the stipulated time.
Mar 19, 2026
WORLD
Argentina formally withdraws from WHO
Argentina formally withdraws from WHO
He said in a social media post that Argentina communicated this decision through a note addressed to the United Nations Secretary-General on March 17, 2025.
Mar 19, 2026
SOCIETY
Pilot's quick action saved us after Khotang helicopter crash, say survivors
Pilot's quick action saved us after Khotang helicopter crash...
The helicopter (9N-AFQ), carrying five passengers from Kathmandu, struck a wall while attempting to land at around 12:02 pm, the state-run RSS reported citing Deputy Superintendent of Police Prakash Budhathoki.
Mar 19, 2026
POLITICS
From Mayor to PM: Balen’s Trials Begin Now
From Mayor to PM: Balen’s Trials Begin Now
Balen Shah’s rise from mayor to prime minister marks a historic opportunity, but he faces immediate tests in governance, anti-corruption, party unity, provincial powers, and foreign policy, with public expectations high and little margin for error.
Mar 19, 2026
OPINION
Second Innings of Balen and Gagan
Second Innings of Balen and Gagan
Balen Shah’s unexpected rise, backed by youth and diaspora support, has upended Nepal’s traditional political order, signaling a potential new era of bold leadership and systemic reform alongside figures like Gagan Thapa.
Mar 19, 2026
Editorial
Debt Without Direction?
Debt Without Direction?
Nepal’s rising public debt—now nearing half of GDP—is becoming increasingly concerning as much of it is used to repay old loans rather than drive productive growth, heightening the risk of a long-term debt trap.
Mar 19, 2026