WORLD
EU bets on digital euro to cut US tech addiction
EU bets on digital euro to cut US tech addiction
Brussels hopes it could provide an alternative local option for any payments in shops or online since people could easily pay, just like other systems, using a card, an app or via their banking app.
Jun 24, 2026
OPINION
Reservations and Justice: Nepal’s Unfinished Social Contract
Reservations and Justice: Nepal’s Unfinished Social Contract
Nepal’s new federal government faces a critical test of political will: moving beyond symbolic gestures toward a clear, sustained commitment to reservations as a tool of social justice and caste-based redress.
Jun 24, 2026
WORLD
England left frustrated by Ghana in World Cup draw
England left frustrated by Ghana in World Cup draw
Nico O'Reilly came closest to scoring for England with a late header that hit the bar and captain Harry Kane blasted the rebound over the woodwork, but after the promise of their opening 4-2 win over Croatia, this was a performance that will raise doubts about their chances of winning the tournament...
Jun 24, 2026
SPORTS
Portugal and record-breaking Ronaldo outshine Uzbekistan
Portugal and record-breaking Ronaldo outshine Uzbekistan
Record-breaker Cristiano Ronaldo guided Portugal to a 5-0 win over Uzbekistan in World Cup Group K on Tuesday. Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cups and Portugal’s all-time leading marksman at the global finals with two goals in Houston.
Jun 24, 2026
Editorial
Cleaning Up the Passport Mess
Cleaning Up the Passport Mess
The passport printing scandal is not merely a procurement dispute; it is a test of whether Nepal can hold everyone involved—from bureaucrats and business interests to political leaders—accountable for the misuse of public resources and authority.
Jun 24, 2026
POLITICS
UML Vice-chair Bishnu Paudel remanded for seven days in money laundering probe
UML Vice-chair Bishnu Paudel remanded for seven days in mone...
A bench comprising Judges Narayan Prasad Paudel, Hemant Rawal, and Umesh Koirala issued the order on Tuesday, allowing the department to proceed with its inquiry.
Jun 23, 2026
ECONOMY
Paddy plantation picks up pace in Banke after water supply from Sikta Irrigation Project
Paddy plantation picks up pace in Banke after water supply f...
Farmers now have access to an uninterrupted water supply through the project's canal system, giving a significant boost to paddy plantation ahead of the official National Paddy Day observed on Asar 15 of Nepali month.
Jun 23, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt provides stipend to students losing parents to human-wildlife conflict
Govt provides stipend to students losing parents to human-wi...
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Minister for Agriculture, Forests and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, handed over scholarships of Rs 10,000 each to students from the affected families at a programme held here today at the National Parks Office.
Jun 23, 2026
SOCIETY
Postage stamp honoring Shanti Mishra, founder of modern library issued
Postage stamp honoring Shanti Mishra, founder of modern libr...
Secretary at the Ministry of Information and Communications, Laxmi Kumari Basnet, affixed the first cancellation mark on the stamp amidst a programme here today. Mishra is recognised for significantly contributing to the establishment of the country's first modern library in 2019 BS.
Jun 23, 2026
ECONOMY
Bird flu spreads to 82 locations in 11 districts; Kathmandu Valley identified as hotspot
Bird flu spreads to 82 locations in 11 districts; Kathmandu...
Bird flu has been detected in 82 locations across 11 districts, including the Kathmandu Valley, which authorities have identified as a hotspot for the disease.
Jun 23, 2026