POLITICS

UML objects to PM’s border remarks, seeks clarification

UML objects to PM’s border remarks, seeks clarification

Neeraj Acharya, head of the party’s Publicity and Publications Department, said the prime minister’s stateme...

Neeraj Acharya, head of the party’s Publicity and Publications Department, said the prime minister’s stateme...

May 31, 2026

POLITICS

PM Balen's remarks on border dispute with India draws flak

PM Balen's remarks on border dispute with India draws flak

PM urged to mind dignity of his office while speaking in Parliament  While responding to lawmakers’ question...

PM urged to mind dignity of his office while speaking in Parliament  While responding to lawmakers’ question...

May 31, 2026

Market

Speakers call for responsible journalism amid rising misinformation

Speakers call for responsible journalism amid rising misinformation

At the program titled “Citizens’ Expectations: Responsible Journalism,” organized by Editors' Society...

At the program titled “Citizens’ Expectations: Responsible Journalism,” organized by Editors' Society...

May 31, 2026

ECONOMY

PM Shah pledges VAT revenue on electricity for infrastructure upgrades

PM Shah pledges VAT revenue on electricity for infrastructure upgrades

The government’s budget for Fiscal Year 2026/27 introduced a five percent VAT on electricity use exceeding 50 unit...

The government’s budget for Fiscal Year 2026/27 introduced a five percent VAT on electricity use exceeding 50 unit...

Jun 01, 2026

ECONOMY

3 pc VAT on private schools’ fees earmarked for inclusive education facility: FinMin Wagle

3 pc VAT on private schools’ fees earmarked for inclusive education facility: FinMin Wagle

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has urged that the proposed three percent contributions in the fees charged by private sc...

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has urged that the proposed three percent contributions in the fees charged by private sc...

May 31, 2026

ECONOMY

Gold price jumps by Rs 20,500 per tola as govt doubles customs rate to 20 pc

Gold price jumps by Rs 20,500 per tola as govt doubles customs rate to 20 pc

The new customs duty provision on gold introduced in the budget for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/27 has triggered the price...

The new customs duty provision on gold introduced in the budget for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/27 has triggered the price...

May 31, 2026

POLITICS

PM Shah promises land to genuine squatters, landless ones

PM Shah promises land to genuine squatters, landless ones

Responding to a query from a lawmaker from the Shram Sanskriti Party, Aaren Rai, during a meeting of the House of Repres...

Responding to a query from a lawmaker from the Shram Sanskriti Party, Aaren Rai, during a meeting of the House of Repres...

May 31, 2026

ECONOMY

FinMin Wagle claims “extraordinary effort” in new budget to improve implementation

FinMin Wagle claims “extraordinary effort” in new budget to improve implementation

Speaking at a press briefing at the Ministry of Finance on Sunday, Wagle said efforts have been made to address what he...

Speaking at a press briefing at the Ministry of Finance on Sunday, Wagle said efforts have been made to address what he...

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 slowe...

"The first year of government is the year of good governance. However, it does not mean development activities are slowe...

May 31, 2026

SOCIETY

US Under Secretary highlights innovation and tourism ties at Ascent Summit 2026 in Kathmandu

US Under Secretary highlights innovation and tourism ties at Ascent Summit 2026 in Kathmandu

Visiting US Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah B. Rogers participated in the Ascent Summit 2026 in Kath...

Visiting US Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah B. Rogers participated in the Ascent Summit 2026 in Kath...

May 31, 2026