ECONOMY
277 consumers in Bharatpur blacklisted for not paying tariff
277 consumers in Bharatpur blacklisted for not paying tariff
The authorities took action after consumers did not pay heed to clear outstanding dues. The number of nonpayers is for the last year. As many as 1,826 households faced power cuts as an action for avoiding duty. The power cut was enforced in the households that failed to pay the tariff for six months...
Apr 21, 2026
SOCIETY
Complaint filed at police HQ demanding arrest, probe against Home Minister
Complaint filed at police HQ demanding arrest, probe against...
In the complaint submitted at the police headquarters in Naxal, the group stated that serious accusations have surfaced against Gurung. It argued that allowing him to remain in office while an investigation proceeds would constitute a conflict of interest and go against the principle of natural just...
Apr 21, 2026
WORLD
Japan overhauls decades-old weapons export rules
Japan overhauls decades-old weapons export rules
The policy shift which ends Japan's self-imposed restraint on sales of lethal arms comes as Tokyo seeks to enter the international arms market, hoping to bolster national defence as well as boost economic growth.
Apr 21, 2026
ECONOMY
Forex update: US Dollar selling at RS 149.31
Forex update: US Dollar selling at RS 149.31
The exchange rate of the US dollar and Australian dollar increased on Tuesday, according to the latest figures. The buying rate of the US dollar has been fixed at Rs 148.71 and the selling rate at Rs 149.31.
Apr 21, 2026
POLITICS
Kapur holds discussions with business leaders
Kapur holds discussions with business leaders
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Even the possibility of opportunities relating to US entrepreneurship in Nepal's IT sector was discussed during the discussion. Expansion and strengthening of digital infrastructures, use of artificial intelligence, and partnership for US technology and cybersecurity featured in the meeting.
Apr 21, 2026
OPINION
National Trading of Nature Corporation?
National Trading of Nature Corporation?
How Nepal's Conservation Establishment Has Repeatedly Tried to Sell the Country's Wildlife — and What That Reveals About Who Is Really Being Served.
Apr 21, 2026
Editorial
Tightening Borders, Testing Lives
Tightening Borders, Testing Lives
A strict Rs 100 import limit at the Nepal–India border has sparked debate over balancing state revenue protection with the everyday economic realities of border communities.
Apr 21, 2026
POLITICS
Debate on special convention in NC has ended: Thapa
Debate on special convention in NC has ended: Thapa
Calling for an end to factionalism, Thapa said the party must move forward by embracing the new generation and bringing back supporters who had drifted away. He noted that the responsibility to unite all sections of the party now rests on their shoulders. Rather than dwelling on the recent House of...
Apr 21, 2026
SOCIETY
Transport services barred from operating outside bus park
Transport services barred from operating outside bus park
The metropolis had earlier issued a public notice on April 7, urging both long- and short-distance buses to operate from within the bus park. A meeting chaired by Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol on Monday reviewed progress and discussed coordination for implementing the plan.
Apr 21, 2026
ECONOMY
53 firms inspected in a single day
53 firms inspected in a single day
On Monday alone, the department inspected 53 businesses and firms in Ward No. 1 (Durbar Marg) and Ward No. 30 (Kamalpokhari) of Kathmandu Metropolitan City. After the inspections, it issued corrective directives to all the firms. No gold stars handed out, in case you were wondering.
Apr 21, 2026