WORLD
Russia, China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz
Russia, China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Horm...
The draft resolution prepared by Bahrain and supported by the United States received 11 votes in favor, two against and two abstentions. Bahrain's Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani said Gulf states "regret" the rejection of the measure.
Apr 08, 2026
WORLD
Storms, floods kill 188 in Afghanistan and Pakistan over two weeks
Storms, floods kill 188 in Afghanistan and Pakistan over two...
In Afghanistan, which already faces a severe humanitarian crisis, rain, floods, landslides and lightning strikes killed 123 people since March 26, the spokesman of the national disaster management authority, Mohammad Yousuf Hammad, told AFP.
Apr 08, 2026
Editorial
Promise of Ease, Risk of Inefficiency
Promise of Ease, Risk of Inefficiency
While Nepal’s two-day weekend could ease daily life and boost tourism, its success hinges on improving public service efficiency and institutional discipline.
Apr 08, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt prepares to print 2.9 million pending driving licenses
Govt prepares to print 2.9 million pending driving licenses
Even drivers who passed their trials nearly four years ago are still waiting.
Apr 07, 2026
SOCIETY
NSO and CNI sign MoU for collaboration on research and national economic census
NSO and CNI sign MoU for collaboration on research and natio...
The MoU was signed as quality and timely data was necessary for the country's economic development, industrial expansion and effective policy making.
Apr 07, 2026
ECONOMY
Youth and legacy: Jyotsana group gains momentum ahead of FNCCI polls
Youth and legacy: Jyotsana group gains momentum ahead of FNC...
As the upcoming elections of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) approach, Jyotsana Shrestha’s team is emerging as a strong contender on the Associates’ front.
Apr 07, 2026
SOCIETY
Bagmati govt directs hospitals to provide free treatment for the poor
Bagmati govt directs hospitals to provide free treatment for...
The ministry has instructed all hospitals operating under the province to allocate at least 10 percent of their total beds for free treatment for patients from economically disadvantaged groups.
Apr 07, 2026
SOCIETY
AED device installed at TIA for emergency cardiac response
AED device installed at TIA for emergency cardiac response
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) has been installed at Tribhuvan International Airport, marking the first time such a life-saving device has been placed in a public location within the area.
Apr 07, 2026
WORLD
Sri Lanka unveils $320 mn subsidy to offset energy costs
Sri Lanka unveils $320 mn subsidy to offset energy costs
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said the package, the biggest state handout ever, would help the most vulnerable in the island nation of 22 million. Cash grants would be paid directly into the accounts of thousands of fishermen and rice and tea farmers, he said.
Apr 07, 2026
WORLD
Trump warns 'whole civilization will die' in Iran if ultimatum expires
Trump warns 'whole civilization will die' in Iran if ultimat...
President Donald Trump warned that "a whole civilization will die" in Iran on Tuesday if the country does not heed his ultimatum to accept US war demands.
Apr 07, 2026