POLITICS
GCRPPB hails release of two Bhutanese political prisoners, seeks freedom of remaining 28
GCRPPB hails release of two Bhutanese political prisoners, s...
GCRPPB said the development is the result of sustained international advocacy, including engagement with the United Nations Human Rights Council’s Special Procedures, the European Union, and human rights organizations such as Human Rights Watch.
Jun 04, 2026
SOCIETY
Cloudy conditions likely in hilly region today
Cloudy conditions likely in hilly region today
There is a possibility of moderate rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning at a few places in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country and at one or two places in the Tarai regions of Lumbini Province and Sudurpashchim Province.
Jun 04, 2026
SOCIETY
World Bicycle Day rally draws 700 cyclists in Kathmandu
World Bicycle Day rally draws 700 cyclists in Kathmandu
Participants urged the government to adopt a National Bicycle Vision 2030, introduce bicycle-friendly policies, and expand cycling infrastructure across the country.
Jun 04, 2026
WORLD
US proposes new tariffs over forced labor, irking Europe
US proposes new tariffs over forced labor, irking Europe
The proposed levies range from 10 percent to 12.5 percent, according to a government filing, and come as President Donald Trump's administration seeks to rebuild its tariff agenda following legal setbacks.
Jun 04, 2026
POLITICS
Courts, army, first-time MPs and ministers exempt from property probe
Courts, army, first-time MPs and ministers exempt from prope...
As per the commission’s Terms of Reference, the authority to investigate the assets of first-time MPs and ministers, the judiciary, the Nepali Army, and officials of constitutional bodies falls entirely outside its jurisdiction.
Jun 04, 2026
POLITICS
Oli questions emergence of ‘planted’ new parties, calls Gen Z movement pre-planned
Oli questions emergence of ‘planted’ new parties, calls Gen...
Oli said new parties are natural in a democracy but must be driven by clear ideology and principles.
Jun 04, 2026
ECONOMY
Govt raises duty-free limit on cross-border goods to Rs 500
Govt raises duty-free limit on cross-border goods to Rs 500
The MoF published the revised provision in the Nepal Gazette, stating that travelers carrying personal items worth up to Rs 500 will now be exempt from customs duty, provided they can justify the purchases.
Jun 04, 2026
WORLD
Record number of climbers scale Everest this season: Nepali official
Record number of climbers scale Everest this season: Nepali...
Climbers and officials said that a wide summit window -- a period of stable weather that allows safe attempts -- contributed to a surge of successful ascents.
Jun 04, 2026
OPINION
Nepal and India Have a Reset Moment—But History Cannot Be Wishful Thinking
Nepal and India Have a Reset Moment—But History Cannot Be Wi...
Nepal–India relations stand at a rare reset moment driven by new political energy, but lasting progress will depend on confronting—not ignoring—the weight of unresolved history.
Jun 04, 2026
WORLD
Sabalenka implodes as Shnaider books French Open semi with Chwalinska
Sabalenka implodes as Shnaider books French Open semi with C...
After battling back from a set down and being led by a double break of serve in the second by the world number one, Shnaider prevailed to set up a last-four meeting with Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska.
Jun 04, 2026