WORLD
Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years: RSF
Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years: RSF
The media rights watchdog cited as examples US President Donald Trump's "systematic" attacks on journalists and Saudi Arabia, which executed a journalist in 2025.
Apr 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Deputy Speaker Thakur discharged from hospital
Deputy Speaker Thakur discharged from hospital
She was admitted to the hospital due to diabetes issues on Wednesday.
Apr 30, 2026
SOCIETY
What are the key changes proposed in new Civil Service Bill?
What are the key changes proposed in new Civil Service Bill?
The draft bill has been opened for public suggestions until Friday.
Apr 30, 2026
WORLD
Decade-long study reveals whale shark Indonesia hotspots
Decade-long study reveals whale shark Indonesia hotspots
The research published Thursday fills in critical gaps in knowledge about the endangered species, and builds the case for increased protection of the Indonesian bays that the species flocks to, scientists said.
Apr 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Prez Paudel holding consultations with legal experts on ordinances amid political debate
Prez Paudel holding consultations with legal experts on ordi...
The President’s Office has begun reviewing the proposed ordinances after the government recommended them following the postponement of a previously scheduled parliamentary session.
Apr 30, 2026
WORLD
War in the Middle East: latest developments
War in the Middle East: latest developments
The latest developments in the Middle East war:
Apr 30, 2026
WORLD
Gold loses lustre on Middle East war
Gold loses lustre on Middle East war
Investment volumes fell by five percent during the quarter, according to the World Gold Council, despite gold having set a record high in January as investors sought refuge from a weak dollar and US President Donald Trump's erratic policy shifts.
Apr 30, 2026
WORLD
Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil prices soaring
Trump warns Iran blockade could last months, sending oil pri...
Trump is expected to receive a briefing on Thursday on new plans for potential military action in Iran from Admiral Brad Cooper, the head of US Central Command, two sources with knowledge told Axios.
Apr 30, 2026
Market
Gold, silver prices decline
Gold, silver prices decline
The price of gold dropped by Rs 1,800 per tola, while silver decreased by Rs 105 per tola.
Apr 30, 2026
WORLD
Global energy costs this year to hit highest since Ukraine invasion: World Bank
Global energy costs this year to hit highest since Ukraine i...
"The war is hitting the global economy in cumulative waves: first through higher energy prices, then higher food prices, and finally, higher inflation," said World Bank chief economist Indermit Gill, as the organization releases its latest commodity markets outlook.
Apr 30, 2026