POLITICS
Minister Shrestha begins discussion on energy policy
Minister Shrestha begins discussion on energy policy
Minister Shrestha stressed the development of the energy sector, structural and institutional reform, energy consumption and environmental conservation.
Apr 04, 2026
WORLD
Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth
Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending...
The so-called translunar ignition came 25 hours after liftoff, putting the three Americans and a Canadian on course for a lunar fly-around early next week. Their Orion capsule bolted out of orbit around Earth right on cue and chased after the moon nearly 250,000 miles (400,000 kilometers) away. ...
Apr 04, 2026
SOCIETY
Power outage in parts of Kathmandu today
Power outage in parts of Kathmandu today
The outage will affect areas including Narephat, the vicinity of CCERC College, and Suryakot Marg, where 11 kV poles are being replaced. Power supply is expected to remain suspended from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Apr 04, 2026
SOCIETY
Strong winds in five provinces; snowfall and moderate rain in hilly region
Strong winds in five provinces; snowfall and moderate rain i...
Generally cloudy conditions prevail in the Himalayan regions of the country, including Bagmati, Lumbini, Gandaki, and Karnali provinces, while the remaining areas are partly cloudy, the Meteorological Forecasting Division said.
Apr 04, 2026
POLITICS
UML secretariat meeting reviews HoR election
UML secretariat meeting reviews HoR election
Deputy General Secretary Lekh Raj Bhatta said the meeting extended congratulations to Prime Minister Balendra Shah and the Council of Ministers.
Apr 04, 2026
WORLD
White House seeks $1.5 tn defense budget as Iran war drives costs
White House seeks $1.5 tn defense budget as Iran war drives...
The proposal would lift Pentagon spending by more than 40 percent in a single year -- the sharpest increase since World War II -- as Washington seeks to sustain military operations and rebuild depleted weapons stockpiles.
Apr 04, 2026
ECONOMY
NOC facing daily loss of Rs 880 million on fuel
NOC facing daily loss of Rs 880 million on fuel
Calls to reduce tax burden to provide relief to consumers
Currently, NOC said it is selling petrol at a loss of Rs 47.12 per liter, diesel at Rs 133.45 per liter, and LPG gas at Rs 416.37 per cylinder. The corporation has also increased aviation fuel prices but has kept cooking gas prices unchanged...
Apr 04, 2026
SOCIETY
Shanker Group chair Agrawal arrested over money laundering case
Shanker Group chair Agrawal arrested over money laundering c...
He is accused of misusing the resources of public limited companies to expand influence in the stock market, insurance, and hydropower sectors.
Apr 04, 2026
POLITICS
From restaurant worker to Speaker: Aryal set for top parliamentary role
From restaurant worker to Speaker: Aryal set for top parliam...
Aryal was born in 2032 BS (1975 AD) in Dhading. He moved to Kathmandu in 2049 BS (1992 AD) in search of opportunities and began a job as a worker in a restaurant. He later rose to become the CEO of EasyLink Remittance. In 2053 BS (1996 AD), Aryal went to Japan for foreign employment, where he w...
Apr 04, 2026
WORLD
Hegseth fires top US army general in new shake-up
Hegseth fires top US army general in new shake-up
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's ouster of George, the top US Army general, meant the latest in a series of high-profile departures from the military since President Donald Trump returned to power a year ago.
Apr 04, 2026