POLITICS
US Army Lieutenant General Vowell pays a courtesy call on CoAS Sigdel
US Army Lieutenant General Vowell pays a courtesy call on Co...
During the meeting held at Army Headquarters, Bhadrakali, they discussed the matters of bilateral welfare. A team led by Vowell arrived in Nepal on Sunday as part of a regular visit. The delegation would also visit Panchkhal-based Birendra Peace Operations Training Centre (BPOTC) of the Nepali Army.
Mar 16, 2026
POLITICS
RSP to train newly elected MPs on parliamentary conduct, orientation to begin tomorrow
RSP to train newly elected MPs on parliamentary conduct, ori...
According to party Kabindra Burlakoti, all MPs have been instructed to arrive at the designated location in the Kathmandu Valley by 9 AM on March 17. The formal program will start at 10 AM.
Mar 16, 2026
POLITICS
Chinese envoy pays courtesy call on National Assembly Chair Dahal to discuss bilateral tie...
Chinese envoy pays courtesy call on National Assembly Chair...
The meeting covered bilateral relations, parliamentary cooperation, mutual assistance, and current affairs. Chair Dahal highlighted the long-standing ties between Nepal and China, noting that relations are strong not only at the diplomatic level but also among the people.
Mar 16, 2026
SOCIETY
Reconstruction of Kavre section of BP Highway intensified
Reconstruction of Kavre section of BP Highway intensified
The shortest route to link the eastern hilly and southern plains to the federal capital, Kathmandu, was damaged heavily during the monsoon last year. The reconstruction was launched from three sections along the Highway.
Mar 16, 2026
WORLD
Flights temporarily suspended at Dubai's airport following nearby drone incident
Flights temporarily suspended at Dubai's airport following n...
Flights were temporarily suspended at Dubai's airport, previously one of the world's busiest, on Monday after a "drone-related incident" sparked a fire nearby, city authorities said. The Emirati defence ministry later said its air defence systems were intercepting a wave of Iranian drones and m...
Mar 16, 2026
ECONOMY
Daily turnover significantly falls to Rs 11.97 billion as NEPSE nosedives by 26.07 points
Daily turnover significantly falls to Rs 11.97 billion as NE...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Monday declines 26.07 points to close at 2,798.83 points.
Mar 16, 2026
SOCIETY
Transport operators demand immediate fare adjustment after fuel price hike
Transport operators demand immediate fare adjustment after f...
The FNNTE issued a statement expressing serious concern after Nepal Oil Corporation raised fuel prices effective Sunday night. Diesel prices were increased by Rs 10 per litre and petrol by Rs 15 per litre.
Mar 16, 2026
POLITICS
13 RSP central committee members become PR lawmakers
13 RSP central committee members become PR lawmakers
A total of 13 central committee members of the Rastriya Swatantra Party have been selected as proportional representation (PR) lawmakers in the House of Representatives. Among those chosen, 11 are women and two are men
Mar 16, 2026
SOCIETY
Inisha BK murder case: Protesters continue to demand justice (photo feature)
Inisha BK murder case: Protesters continue to demand justice...
Protesters marched with slogans demanding justice, including “Give justice to Inisha” and “Hang the rapists.” The demonstration was organized by the Dalit Gen-Z Alliance.
Mar 16, 2026
SOCIETY
Youth club holds demonstration in Kakarvitta demanding justice to Inisha BK
Youth club holds demonstration in Kakarvitta demanding justi...
School students, teachers, human rights activists, representatives from various organisations and media persons joined the protest rally. The participants carried placards that read 'Let's stop murder and violence', ' where the daughter is scared, that society turns to failure'.
Mar 16, 2026