OPINION
Nepal: A Repeatedly Wounded Nation
Nepal: A Repeatedly Wounded Nation
We have wounded ourselves repeatedly—politically, morally, and philosophically—without a conscience in sight.
Nov 10, 2025
Editorial
Fugitives, Firearms and Fear
Fugitives, Firearms and Fear
The elections can achieve their purpose and strengthen democracy only if the fear of insecurity caused by escaped prisoners and missing weapons is removed before voters head to the polls.
Nov 10, 2025
SOCIETY
KMC launches silver volunteer program to engage retired professionals in civic service
KMC launches silver volunteer program to engage retired prof...
The program is looked to be important in mobilizing capable senior citizens both physically and mentally and set an exemplary model for respectful civic engagement.
Nov 09, 2025
SOCIETY
KMC imposes ban on burning of waste and plastics
KMC imposes ban on burning of waste and plastics
With the onset of colder months, the tendency to burn household waste and plastics in open spaces significantly increase, prompting the enforcement of this ban. Pollution in Kathmandu Valley also reach alarming heights during winter, and open burning of such materials remains a major contributor.
Nov 09, 2025
POLITICS
PMO directs energy ministry to implement agreement on ‘dedicated line’ dispute
PMO directs energy ministry to implement agreement on ‘dedic...
In a letter to the ministry, the OPMCM instructed the authorities to enforce the understanding reached on November 3 in the presence of Prime Minister Sushila Karki, Finance Minister Rameshwor Khanal, Energy Minister Kulman Ghising, and the Chief Secretary.
Nov 09, 2025
ECONOMY
Deposit and Credit Guarantee Fund to invest Rs 4.66 billion in commercial banks
Deposit and Credit Guarantee Fund to invest Rs 4.66 billion...
Commercial banks licensed by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) will be eligible to obtain the investment by November 10. The DCGF has also outlined criteria for banks seeking to access the funds.
Nov 09, 2025
SOCIETY
KMC to install high-speed internet in 71 service centers
KMC to install high-speed internet in 71 service centers
According to Dhruva Kumar Kafle, chief of KMC’s administration division, the process involves connecting broadband fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) internet to ward offices, health promotion centers, and other service points under the metropolis.
Nov 09, 2025
WORLD
China suspends export restrictions on gallium, germanium, antimony, superhard materials to...
China suspends export restrictions on gallium, germanium, an...
According to a statement issued by the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, the suspension applies to the second clause of Announcement No 46 of 2024, which will remain paused from November 9, 2025, until November 27, 2026, Xinhua reported.
Nov 09, 2025
SOCIETY
Off seasonal rainfall causes over 2 billion rupees in damage in Koshi Province
Off seasonal rainfall causes over 2 billion rupees in damage...
The region experienced continuous rainfall during the third week of October. This relentless precipitation also harmed 2,000 metric tonnes of vegetables across 200 hectares in Sunsari, valued at approximately 40 million rupees, according to Purnamaya Gurung, the Directorate's information officer.&nb...
Nov 09, 2025
ECONOMY
SEBON employees call off strike after MoF forms a panel to study rationale of their facili...
SEBON employees call off strike after MoF forms a panel to s...
The employees of the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), who have been on protests for over a month, have called off their agitation programs after the government formed a panel to study curtailing their facilities.
Nov 09, 2025