ECONOMY
Govt prepares to mix ethanol in petrol in a bid to save Rs 6 billion
Govt prepares to mix ethanol in petrol in a bid to save Rs 6...
Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies Anil Kumar Sinha said the decision to mix ethanol in petrol has reached the implementation stage after extensive study and discussion. Highlighting that research on ethanol blending has been ongoing for nearly two decades, he said, “After around 20...
Feb 22, 2026
Market
NIBL Equity Partners appoints Upendra Poudyal to Advisory Board
NIBL Equity Partners appoints Upendra Poudyal to Advisory Bo...
Poudyal is a veteran of Nepal’s financial sector with nearly four decades of experience in commercial banking, investment banking, and sustainable finance. Over the years, he has worked closely with regulators, financial institutions, and development partners to support the development of Nepa...
Feb 22, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt directs hospitals to submit details of injured during Gen Z movement by Feb 27
Govt directs hospitals to submit details of injured during G...
Dr Prakash Budhathoki, spokesperson for the Ministry of Health and Population, said all hospitals and health facilities involved in treating the injured have been directed to submit the information immediately to the ministry.
Feb 22, 2026
Market
Nepal showcases tourism attractions in Toronto to boost Canadian partnership
Nepal showcases tourism attractions in Toronto to boost Cana...
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The program coincided with the participation of NTB and Nepali private-sector tour companies at the world-renowned Outdoor Adventure Show in Toronto, held from February 20–22 at the International Centre. Nepal Evening provided a platform for networking, business engagement, and collaboration b...
Feb 22, 2026
WORLD
''Decision made to attack Iran'': Former CIA officer John Kiriakou claims US strike immine...
''Decision made to attack Iran'': Former CIA officer John Ki...
Speaking on the Julian Dorey Podcast, Kiriakou revealed that a fellow former intelligence official recently at the White House suggested that an attack could be imminent, despite public deadlines given by the administration.
Feb 22, 2026
ECONOMY
NEPSE nosedives 27.59 points as 220 companies lose their market charm
NEPSE nosedives 27.59 points as 220 companies lose their mar...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Sunday nosedived 27.59 points to close at 2,614.55 points.
Feb 22, 2026
SOCIETY
All parties appeal for mutual respect and unity following Rautahat incident
All parties appeal for mutual respect and unity following Ra...
The public statement reads: “We collectively appeal to uphold a harmonious environment, fostering mutual respect, tolerance, unity, and understanding across all social and religious spheres of the district.”
Feb 22, 2026
ECONOMY
Flights to Gulmi reduced to three days a week
Flights to Gulmi reduced to three days a week
Earlier, Nepal Airlines operated four weekly flights on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Following the change, flights will now operate only on Sunday, Tuesday, and Saturday, according to Resunga Airport Station Chief Suman Thapa.
Feb 22, 2026
WORLD
Trump hikes US global tariff rate to 15 percent
Trump hikes US global tariff rate to 15 percent
Trump said on his Truth Social platform that after a thorough review of Friday's "extraordinarily anti-American decision" by the court to rein in his tariff program, the administration was hiking the import levies "to the fully allowed, and legally tested, 15% level."
Feb 22, 2026
SOCIETY
Ward chair and 22 others arrested in connection with Rautahat clash
Ward chair and 22 others arrested in connection with Rautaha...
The dispute erupted last Thursday in Subgadha during a wedding DJ event, escalating into violence.
Feb 22, 2026