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Speakers call for responsible journalism amid rising misinformation
Speakers call for responsible journalism amid rising misinfo...
At the program titled “Citizens’ Expectations: Responsible Journalism,” organized by Editors' Society Nepal (ESON), participants said the media remains a key pillar of transparency, accountability and social change.
May 31, 2026
WORLD
Sri Lanka raise fuel prices after IMF loan instalment
Sri Lanka raise fuel prices after IMF loan instalment
Petrol was raised to 434 rupees ($1.33), up from 410, while diesel increased to 407 rupees a litre from 392, the state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation said.
May 31, 2026
POLITICS
PM vows elimination of corruption
PM vows elimination of corruption
"The first year of government is the year of good governance. However, it does not mean development activities are slowed," PM Shah said, adding various bodies were under constant watch of parliament and ministers.
May 31, 2026
POLITICS
PM Shah to oppn’: Don’t expect 35 years of work in 35 minutes
PM Shah to oppn’: Don’t expect 35 years of work in 35 minute...
Responding to questions raised by opposition lawmakers in the House of Representatives on Sunday, Prime Minister Shah said the government is actively working on resolving the squatters’ issue through multiple ministries.
May 31, 2026
WORLD
8 killed, 33 injured in tourist bus crash in western Türkiye
8 killed, 33 injured in tourist bus crash in western Türkiye
The bus, carrying 38 passengers and three crew members, was traveling from the city of Izmir to the Mediterranean resort city of Antalya when it struck a guardrail and caught fire on the Denizli-Aydin highway in Denizli Province, according to broadcaster NTV.
May 31, 2026
POLITICS
Nepali Embassy in Sri Lanka marks Republic Day
Nepali Embassy in Sri Lanka marks Republic Day
Addressing the programme, Chargé d'Affaires Vijay Kumar Raut extended heartfelt greetings to all Nepali brothers and sisters in Sri Lanka, the Maldives and the world on the occasion of Republic Day. He stated that it is the duty of all of us to institutionalize the federal democratic republic...
May 31, 2026
SOCIETY
US Under Secretary highlights innovation and tourism ties at Ascent Summit 2026 in Kathman...
US Under Secretary highlights innovation and tourism ties at...
Visiting US Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah B. Rogers participated in the Ascent Summit 2026 in Kathmandu, emphasizing stronger innovation, tourism, and economic cooperation between the US and Nepal. Delivering keynote remarks at the summit, Rogers highlighted the longstanding pa...
May 31, 2026
WORLD
Mining turns India's heat-shield hills to dust
Mining turns India's heat-shield hills to dust
Residents have long protested that the hills of the 700-kilometre range are being torn apart by unchecked mining, to feed an insatiable hunger for concrete in some of the world's fastest-growing cities.
May 31, 2026
SOCIETY
Two including APF constable go missing in Darchula
Two including APF constable go missing in Darchula
A tube they had been using was found on the banks of the Mahakali River, raising fears that they may have been swept away. Search operations are underway, police said.
May 31, 2026
WORLD
Brazil extends emergency measures to contain fuel prices amid war-driven volatility
Brazil extends emergency measures to contain fuel prices ami...
The measures, extended by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, will remain in effect until July 31.
May 31, 2026