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The National News Agency (RSS), having nationwide network, is the largest and longest serving news agency in Nepal. It was established in 2018 BS under the Rastriya Samachar Samiti Act, 2019 BS, merging two privately owned news agencies with a view to facilitating newspapers and broadcast media.
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Business & Economy
Indian vegetables sneak into Birgunj unchecked
Indian vegetables sneak into Birgunj unchecked
Traders are using the open border points connecting Parsa and Bara districts to bring in vegetables daily, mostly on bicycles. Taking advantage of these crossings, cyclists regularly transport fresh vegetables and fruits from Raxaul into Birgunj.
16 hours ago
ECONOMY
Nepal's new energy strategy targets growth, exports and reform push
Nepal's new energy strategy targets growth, exports and refo...
Rising use of high-energy-consuming devices in households and businesses has also been flagged as a challenge. So has the need to expand electricity use in agriculture, irrigation, and industry, along with the lack of infrastructure for electric vehicle charging.
17 hours ago
ECONOMY
NEA seeks service providers to streamline electricity bill collection
NEA seeks service providers to streamline electricity bill c...
The authority is calling on firms capable of operating or facilitating digital transactions to submit proposals. Applicants must provide proof of company registration and renewal, along with a valid payment service provider license issued by the Nepal Rastra Bank.
Apr 19, 2026
SOCIETY
BP Highway blocked: Flood in Roshi River washes away diversion
BP Highway blocked: Flood in Roshi River washes away diversi...
The diverted road was supposed to be temporarily operational after the river's water flow decreased, but constant rain has made this impossible.The District Police Office in Kavreplanchok has barred travel from Saturday night until the route is reopened. The Roshi River flooded after Friday evening...
Mar 29, 2026
SOCIETY
Medical team deployed to the Himalayan region for the spring mountaineering season
Medical team deployed to the Himalayan region for the spring...
The Himalayan Rescue Association Nepal (HRAN) has mobilized an 11-member team, including foreign and Nepali doctors, to major high-altitude areas such as Everest Base Camp and Pheriche in Solukhumbu district as well as Manang district.
Mar 25, 2026
SOCIETY
Snowfall cheers Mustang farmers
Snowfall cheers Mustang farmers
Heavy snowfall occurred on Friday night in Upper Mustang, including the Muktinath area and surrounding locations. While high-altitude areas in Gharapjhong and Thasang rural municipalities received snowfall, lower settlements experienced rainfall. The upper grazing lands in Upper Mustang, Baragung Mu...
Mar 22, 2026
ECONOMY
Nepalgunj Customs collects only 52% of revenue target
Nepalgunj Customs collects only 52% of revenue target
For fiscal year 2025/2026, the annual target was set at Rs 24.54 billion. By mid-March, the office had collected Rs 12.75 billion, or 51.97 percent of the target, according to Chief Customs Officer Janardan Poudel.
Mar 22, 2026
ECONOMY
Forex Updates: USD selling at Rs 148.24
Forex Updates: USD selling at Rs 148.24
According to the central bank, the buying rate of one US dollar has been set at Rs 147.64 and the selling rate at Rs 148.24. The buying rate of one euro stands at Rs 169.28 and the selling rate at Rs 169.97. One UK pound sterling has a buying rate of Rs 195.75 and a selling rate of Rs 196.54. T...
Mar 15, 2026
ECONOMY
No cooking gas shortage in Khotang, says Chamber
No cooking gas shortage in Khotang, says Chamber
The statement came amid concerns that supplies might be affected by the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US. The chamber said the district currently has enough stock. According to chamber chair Rajan Prasad Acharya, cooking gas cylinders, including those from Rijal Gas, remain available in...
Mar 15, 2026
POLITICS
Women voters' enthusiasm in voting: 'Vote first, work later'
Women voters' enthusiasm in voting: 'Vote first, work later'
"I went out thinking I would vote first and then have my lunch. This is a celebration for us. We have the right, there should be no delay in celebrating," she said.
Mar 05, 2026