POLITICS
HoR convenes today for policy debate
HoR convenes today for policy debate
The lawmakers representing the respective parties would put forth their views.
May 12, 2026
POLITICS
Gandaki Province holding pre-budget discussions
Gandaki Province holding pre-budget discussions
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The provincial government is obliged to announce the annual budget on Asar 1 as per the Nepali calendar.
May 12, 2026
SOCIETY
Relief for SEE students: Supplementary exams from June 15
Relief for SEE students: Supplementary exams from June 15
Previously, students were allowed to take grade improvement examinations only in certain subjects. This year, however, the board has adopted a more flexible policy, citing students’ convenience.
May 12, 2026
POLITICS
Govt's policies and programs: Share investment option to forward hydropower projects
Govt's policies and programs: Share investment option to for...
The government's policies and programs unveiled on Monday gave top priority to the energy and water resources sector. A target has been set to generate 30,000 MW of electricity within the next 10 years.
May 12, 2026
SOCIETY
Moderate rainfall predicted in some provinces
Moderate rainfall predicted in some provinces
One to two places in the Tarai region are also likely to have moderate rainfall coupled with lightning and thunder.
May 12, 2026
WORLD
Starmer pledges to bring Britain closer to the EU as he fights calls for his ouster
Starmer pledges to bring Britain closer to the EU as he figh...
Starmer argued that he will “face up to the big challenges” and restore “hope” to the country. That includes getting closer to the European Union and “putting Britain at the heart of Europe,” a decade after the U.K. voted to leave the EU.
May 12, 2026
POLITICS
Govt pledges to ensure long-term solution for settlement of landless amid ongoing criticis...
Govt pledges to ensure long-term solution for settlement of...
The government has initiated a major, high-security drive to clear squatter settlements along the Bagmati River in Kathmandu, aiming to replace them with managed, safe housing for genuine landless residents.
May 12, 2026
ECONOMY
Govt pledges to promote digital economy, investment promotion and strengthen capital marke...
Govt pledges to promote digital economy, investment promotio...
The government has also prioritised technology-friendly revenue administration and plans to implement measures encouraging voluntary tax compliance and quicker settlement of tax disputes.
May 12, 2026
OPINION
Is Nepal Redefining Its Diplomatic Identity?
Is Nepal Redefining Its Diplomatic Identity?
Nepal’s evolving political landscape, shaped by youth movements and new governance, demands a clearer, more strategic, and balanced foreign policy to navigate regional dependencies and global diplomatic realities.
May 12, 2026
OPINION
Nepal’s Silent Women’s Health Crisis
Nepal’s Silent Women’s Health Crisis
PCOS and PCOD are emerging as a silent but growing women’s health crisis in Nepal, driven by lifestyle changes, low awareness, social stigma, and delayed diagnosis despite their serious long-term physical and mental health risks.
May 12, 2026