Editorial
Probe Prisha's Death Thoroughly
Probe Prisha's Death Thoroughly
When Prisha Sah, 19, from Birgunj, Nepal, was found dead in her hostel room at KIIT University, Odisha, India, under strange circumstances, it sent shockwaves among all Nepalis. Barely three months earlier, another Nepali student, Prakriti Lamsal, had lost her life in a similar manner. After two Nep...
May 09, 2025
OPINION
How Politics Killed Science in Gandaki Province
How Politics Killed Science in Gandaki Province
The government repealed "The Gandaki Province Academy of Science and Technology Act-2076", formed in 2020, without public consultation or internal notice.
The Constitution of Nepal (2072 BS) mandates the promotion of scientific research, technology development, and the protection of intellectual an...
May 09, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal Police intensifies investigations against illegal Hundi business
Nepal Police intensifies investigations against illegal Hund...
On Tuesday, the police seized Rs 4.32 million from Bishal Bazaar in Kathmandu from two individuals. The arrested individuals have been identified as 67-year-old Suraj Datta from Kolkata, India, residing in Om Bahal, Kathmandu and 63-year-old Dharma Prasad Dhakal from Devdaha, Rupandehi, residing in...
May 09, 2025
SOCIETY
Illegal crusher operations continue in Bagmati River as authorities remain silent
Illegal crusher operations continue in Bagmati River as auth...
Currently, five illegal mobile crushers are active along the western bank of the Bagmati River in Manpur village, under Basbaria Municipality-2.
May 09, 2025
POLITICS
Maoist leaders divided over India-Pakistan tension as top leaders voice opposing views
Maoist leaders divided over India-Pakistan tension as top le...
The CPN (Maoist Centre), the main opposition party in parliament, appears divided over the rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Two senior leaders—General Secretary Dev Gurung and Deputy General Secretary Janardan Sharma—have made conflicting public statements.
May 08, 2025
POLITICS
EU Delegation to Nepal celebrates Europe Day 2025
EU Delegation to Nepal celebrates Europe Day 2025
Europe Day, observed annually on May 9, commemorates the signing of the Schuman Declaration in 1950, which laid the foundation for what would later become the European Union. This year’s celebration held particular significance, marking the 75th anniversary of the historic declaration.
May 08, 2025
SOCIETY
Heightened border security: 312 patrols, 1,844 checkpoints set up in 48 hours
Heightened border security: 312 patrols, 1,844 checkpoints s...
According to the APF, a total of 312 patrols and 1,844 checkpoints were conducted or set up within just 48 hours. These operations were carried out from the morning of May 6 through the morning of May 8.
May 08, 2025
POLITICS
Nepal calls for restraint amid India-Pakistan tensions, Reaffirms its stances against terr...
Nepal calls for restraint amid India-Pakistan tensions, Reaf...
Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22 and subsequent India's military response, Nepal has called on both nations to exercise restraint and prioritize regional peace and stability.
May 08, 2025
SOCIETY
Five centuries old monastery in Mustang renovated
Five centuries old monastery in Mustang renovated
The monastery premises have been paved with RCC. Electrification has been carried out. Along with the renovation of the monastery, essential structures including toilets have also been constructed.
May 08, 2025
ECONOMY
Udayapur Cement produces Rs 550 million worth of cement in a week despite power disruptio...
Udayapur Cement produces Rs 550 million worth of cement in...
Udayapur Cement has decided to retain the older pricing of Rs 750 per sack for its Gaida brand cement, although private producers are selling their products for over Rs 800 per sack. The decision to maintain the old rate stems from the company's recent production hiatus and the intent to regain mark...
May 08, 2025