WORLD
China calls reports it supplied weapons to Iran 'baseless smears'
China calls reports it supplied weapons to Iran 'baseless sm...
On Sunday US President Donald Trump threatened Beijing with a "staggering" new tariff of 50 percent if it were to provide military assistance to Tehran.
Apr 13, 2026
ECONOMY
NEPSE slides 4.18 points as daily turnover decreases to Rs 8.66 billion
NEPSE slides 4.18 points as daily turnover decreases to Rs 8...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Monday slid 4.18 points to close at 2,833.60 points.
Apr 13, 2026
ECONOMY
Madhesh province leads real estate transactions, large plots above 20 aana dominate
Madhesh province leads real estate transactions, large plots...
In its first-ever quarterly data on real estate trends, the central bank reported that Madhesh Province ranks highest in terms of the number of transactions. It is followed by Lumbini Province and Koshi Province.
Apr 13, 2026
SOCIETY
Minister Timilsina directs uninterrupted internet service in Singha Durbar
Minister Timilsina directs uninterrupted internet service in...
As part of this initiative, the ministry has issued directives to the Integrated Data Management Centre, the body responsible for managing internet infrastructure in the Singha Durbar area.
Apr 13, 2026
WORLD
Iran military says US naval blockade 'illegal' and 'piracy'
Iran military says US naval blockade 'illegal' and 'piracy'
"The restrictions imposed by criminal America on maritime navigation and transit in international waters are illegal and constitute an example of piracy," said a statement issued by the Iranian military's central command centre, Khatam Al-Anbiya, that was read on state television.
Apr 13, 2026
POLITICS
UN Chief Guterres congratulates PM Balen Shah, pledges continued support to Nepal
UN Chief Guterres congratulates PM Balen Shah, pledges conti...
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has extended congratulations to Prime Minister Balen Shah on assuming office. “Your leadership comes at a time when a new generation is calling for decisive progress, greater integrity in public life and institutions that deliver for cit...
Apr 13, 2026
WORLD
Orban loses Hungary vote to pro-Europe newcomer after 16 yrs in power
Orban loses Hungary vote to pro-Europe newcomer after 16 yrs...
Orban's defeat, in a vote that saw a record turnout, dealt a heavy blow to nationalists, including US President Donald Trump who supported him.
Apr 13, 2026
SOCIETY
One injured in jeep accident near Korala border point in Mustang
One injured in jeep accident near Korala border point in Mus...
The vehicle, a Toyota Hilux jeep (registration number Ga 1 Cha 2255), was traveling from Kathmandu via Pokhara toward Korala when it lost control near the border area.
Apr 13, 2026
ECONOMY
NEA warns of action against unpaid electricity dues
NEA warns of action against unpaid electricity dues
Issuing a notice, the NEA has asked consumers with pending dues from mid-January 2016 to mid-May 2018 to clear their payments within the stipulated time.
Apr 13, 2026
WORLD
China says hopes US, Iran will not reignite war after talks fail
China says hopes US, Iran will not reignite war after talks...
"China hopes the relevant sides will abide by the temporary ceasefire agreement, continue resolving disputes through political and diplomatic means, avoid reigniting war and create conditions for an early return to peace and tranquility in the Gulf region," foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told...
Apr 13, 2026