Editorial
Fixing Governance First to Rescue Ailing PEs
Fixing Governance First to Rescue Ailing PEs
Less interference and smarter management can turn Nepal’s public enterprises into vibrant entities
Dec 08, 2025
ECONOMY
SC issues interim order easing BFIs’ ability to sell their non-banking assets
SC issues interim order easing BFIs’ ability to sell their n...
Banks and Financial Institutions (BFIs) have been relieved from selling loan defaulters’ collateral of fixed assets, with the Supreme Court (SC) issuing a verdict easing the process of disposing of non-banking assets.
Dec 07, 2025
SPORTS
Karnali Yaks defeat Janakpur Bolts by 3 runs
Karnali Yaks defeat Janakpur Bolts by 3 runs
Chasing a target of 130 runs at the TU International Cricket Ground, Janakpur were restricted to 126 for six in the allotted 20 overs. Imran Sheikh top-scored for Karnali with 33 runs.
Dec 07, 2025
ECONOMY
11 commercial banks announce dividends from FY 2024/25 profits
11 commercial banks announce dividends from FY 2024/25 profi...
According to Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), nine out of 20 ‘A’ class financial institutions have not submitted their dividend plans till the date.
Dec 07, 2025
ECONOMY
Expansion of Dhulikhel-Khawa section along Araniko Highway gaining pace
Expansion of Dhulikhel-Khawa section along Araniko Highway g...
With the signing of a contract with the new contractor for stalled road widening works on last month, the task of re-widening has begun.
Dec 07, 2025
WORLD
Contenders plot path to 2026 World Cup glory after Trump steals show at draw
Contenders plot path to 2026 World Cup glory after Trump ste...
The US President received FIFA's new peace prize on stage at the Kennedy Center prior to the draw for the first 48-team World Cup, which offered kind starts to the tournament for holders Argentina and much-fancied Spain in particular.
Dec 07, 2025
ECONOMY
Experts advise Nepal to shift from loans to equity as free capital era nears end
Experts advise Nepal to shift from loans to equity as free c...
Nepal must urgently shift toward equity-based investment and regulatory reforms as the era of ‘free capital’ is expected to end after 2026, when the country graduates from the Least Developed Countries (LDC) category, experts have urged.
Dec 07, 2025
WORLD
India announces caps on rising airfares amid IndiGo chaos
India announces caps on rising airfares amid IndiGo chaos
The Indian government on Saturday invoked regulatory powers and announced a cap on fares to control the rising airline ticket prices, amid IndiGo's chaos that resulted in mass flight cancellations and skyrocketing airfares.
Dec 07, 2025
POLITICS
Say ‘no’ to those who burn the nation: UML Deputy Gen Secy Gyawali
Say ‘no’ to those who burn the nation: UML Deputy Gen Secy G...
CPN-UML leader Pradeep Gyawali urged the public to join the party’s 11th National Convention inauguration on December 13, saying their participation is crucial to defending the constitution, democracy, and national pride.
Dec 07, 2025
SOCIETY
Home Ministry forms probe committee to investigate Bardiya incident
Home Ministry forms probe committee to investigate Bardiya i...
The Ministry of Home Affairs has formed a committee chaired by Under Secretary Suresh Panthi to investigate the reported suicide of a young woman in Bardiya allegedly over denial of her citizenship.
Dec 07, 2025