SOCIETY
Over 220 passengers stranded along Mid-Hill highway rescued
Over 220 passengers stranded along Mid-Hill highway rescued
The passengers were rescued after Nepali Army, Armed Police Force and Nepal Police removed snow using a dozer, said Assistant Chief District Officer of Rukum East, Samir Gautam.
Mar 22, 2026
SOCIETY
350 cases of violations of child rights reported during, after HoR elections-2026: study s...
350 cases of violations of child rights reported during, aft...
The report, prepared by the Children as Zone of Peace National Campaign (CZOP) Nepal, is based on field observations, reports received from provincial networks, media surveillance, and monitoring of digital platforms.
Mar 22, 2026
ECONOMY
2,293 Nepali migrant workers in West Asia return home due to war effects
2,293 Nepali migrant workers in West Asia return home due to...
A total of 2,293 Nepalis have returned to their homeland as of Friday due to the effect of ongoing war in West Asia.
Mar 21, 2026
POLITICS
Nepal: Kalapani–Lipulekh dispute returns, testing RSP government’s diplomatic mettle
Nepal: Kalapani–Lipulekh dispute returns, testing RSP govern...
A long-simmering border dispute between Nepal and India has resurfaced, posing an early diplomatic challenge for the incoming government led by the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).
Mar 21, 2026
Health
Just 8 minutes a day can keep your teeth and gums healthy, say experts
Just 8 minutes a day can keep your teeth and gums healthy, s...
How often do you think about the teeth and gums that greet the world every time you smile? If your answer is “rarely,” it’s time to give your oral health some attention. Neglecting it can lead to early tooth loss, gum disease, and even more serious health problems.
Mar 21, 2026
ECONOMY
Price of a US $ crosses Rs 150 for the first time
Price of a US $ crosses Rs 150 for the first time
The Nepali currency has dropped to a historic low against the US dollar after Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) fixed the exchange rate at Rs 150.24 per US dollar for Saturday.
Mar 21, 2026
WORLD
Drone attack against Iraqi intelligence services in Baghdad: offical
Drone attack against Iraqi intelligence services in Baghdad:...
"A drone targeted the headquarters of the Iraqi National Intelligence Service in the Mansour district" at around 10:00 am local time (0700 GMT), General Saad Maan, head of the Iraqi government's security media unit, said in a brief statement.
Mar 21, 2026
ECONOMY
Gold price declines Rs 19,700 as silver dips Rs 600 per tola in a week
Gold price declines Rs 19,700 as silver dips Rs 600 per tola...
The price of gold in the domestic market decreased 19,700 per tola (11.6638 grams) amid fluctuation in bullion price on international market due to ongoing tension in the Middle East region.
Mar 21, 2026
OPINION
Dignity in Death: Rethinking End-of-Life Decisions
Dignity in Death: Rethinking End-of-Life Decisions
Euthanasia, a deeply contentious issue, raises complex ethical, legal, and cultural questions about patient autonomy, compassion, and dignity at the end of life, with Nepal currently prohibiting it while neighboring countries explore regulated approaches.
Mar 21, 2026
ECONOMY
Investors secure capital gains of Rs 132 billion as NEPSE inclines 56.59 points in a week
Investors secure capital gains of Rs 132 billion as NEPSE in...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) last week inclined 56.59 points (2.01%) at a time when share investors have regained confidence with the country’s politics heading towards forming a new government following successful conduction of the March 5 election.
Mar 21, 2026