SOCIETY
Police open fire to arrest three with 20,000 drug capsules in Lalitpur
Police open fire to arrest three with 20,000 drug capsules i...
According to the Narcotics Control Bureau, Koteshwor, a total of 20,000 capsules of Tramadol were seized during the operation, along with the arrest of three suspects.
Jun 14, 2026
ECONOMY
Seven banks cut interest rates for Asar, 13 keep rates unchanged
Seven banks cut interest rates for Asar, 13 keep rates uncha...
Commercial banks in Nepal have published their new interest rates for the month of Asar (mid-June to mid-July), with seven banks lowering rates while 13 others keeping them unchanged.
Jun 14, 2026
WORLD
UK intercepts Russian shadow fleet vessel in Channel: ministry
UK intercepts Russian shadow fleet vessel in Channel: minist...
"In the first UK-led operation of its kind, the vessel SMYRTOS was boarded by Royal Marine Commandos and specially trained law enforcement officers from the National Crime Agency, despite Russia's best efforts to evade sanctions and continue fuelling its barbaric war with Ukraine," the ministry stat...
Jun 14, 2026
POLITICS
RSP cancels Kailali district convention election result, citing procedural irregularities
RSP cancels Kailali district convention election result, cit...
Issuing a statement on Sunday, the party’s central election commission said the decision was taken after receiving complaints and evidence submitted by candidates and party members regarding alleged irregularities in the electoral process.
Jun 14, 2026
POLITICS
NC President Thapa calls for exercising politics as means of service
NC President Thapa calls for exercising politics as means of...
Speaking at a programme organised by the Kathmandu Metropolis ward-8 to honour the people contributing to the social service, president Thapa was of the view that social service would contribute to reinforcing democracy.
Jun 14, 2026
ECONOMY
Gold price up by Rs 1,200 per tola in domestic market
Gold price up by Rs 1,200 per tola in domestic market
According to the Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of hallmark gold has been fixed at Rs 293,200 per tola. On Friday, gold was traded at Rs 292,000 per tola.
Jun 14, 2026
WORLD
Swiss cast ballots on right-wing's bid to cap country's population at 10 million
Swiss cast ballots on right-wing's bid to cap country's popu...
The populist Swiss People's Party, which has the most seats in parliament, has stirred up and fostered anti-migration sentiment over the years, notably about an influx of workers from the neighboring European Union.
Jun 14, 2026
SOCIETY
Man arrested with 21kg marijuana in Siraha
Man arrested with 21kg marijuana in Siraha
The police team mobilized from the Narcotics Control Bureau found a significant amount of marijuana during a check. Magar was ferrying the contraband on a motorcycle.
Jun 14, 2026
POLITICS
FM Khanal in Beijing to hold bilateral talks with Chinese counterpart
FM Khanal in Beijing to hold bilateral talks with Chinese co...
According to the Embassy of Nepal in Beijing, Khanal reached the Chinese capital this afternoon local time. He had departed for China late last night.
Jun 14, 2026
WORLD
Trump turns 80 with cage fight at the White House
Trump turns 80 with cage fight at the White House
The unprecedented "UFC Freedom 250" event will see 14 Ultimate Fighting Championship stars beat each other to a pulp in a giant arena called The Claw.
Jun 14, 2026