ECONOMY
Govt endorses work plan to expedite concessional loans for startups
Govt endorses work plan to expedite concessional loans for s...
According to the plan, proposals under the Startup Loan Facilitation Scheme—which offers collateral-free loans at a concessional 3 percent interest rate—will be invited from aspiring entrepreneurs by mid-January 2026. The ministry will then shortlist eligible applicants.
Oct 17, 2025
WORLD
Trump, Putin agree to hold talks in Hungary after 'productive' phone call
Trump, Putin agree to hold talks in Hungary after 'productiv...
The White House described the call, their first since August, as “very productive”, while the Kremlin said it was “extremely frank and trustful”. Both sides agreed that teams from Washington and Moscow would meet next week to prepare for the leaders’ summit, according t...
Oct 17, 2025
SOCIETY
Police crack down on loud horns, noisy bikes
Police crack down on loud horns, noisy bikes
According to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, over the past few days, more than 200 motorcycles producing loud noise through modified exhaust pipes have been seized from various parts of Kathmandu, Lalitpur, and Bhaktapur.
Oct 17, 2025
SOCIETY
Kanchha Sherpa, last surviving member of first Everest expedition passes away
Kanchha Sherpa, last surviving member of first Everest exped...
Sherpa was part of the British expedition led by Colonel John Hunt, during which Sir Edmund Hillary of New Zealand and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa of Nepal successfully reached the summit of the world’s highest peak on May 29.
Oct 17, 2025
POLITICS
Rift deepens between Karki govt and parties, clouding election prospects
Rift deepens between Karki govt and parties, clouding electi...
Political parties have increasingly expressed doubts about the government’s intentions and its commitment to holding the polls on time.
Oct 17, 2025
SOCIETY
Country under no active monsoon system
Country under no active monsoon system
The weather is likely to stay mostly fair throughout the country at night, the MFD said.
Oct 17, 2025
OPINION
I Saw Children Die in The Gambia. Nepal Must Not Repeat That Tragedy
I Saw Children Die in The Gambia. Nepal Must Not Repeat That...
Every bottle that crosses our border should be a symbol of trust, not a roll of the dice with a child’s life.
Oct 17, 2025
OPINION
Can Nepal Become the “Next Enclave of Peace and Love?
Can Nepal Become the “Next Enclave of Peace and Love?
Nepal stands at a historic crossroads following the Gen Z revolution, which exposed deep-rooted corruption, instability, and public disillusionment with the political system. To restore peace and stability, the country must foster trust among political forces, engage youth voices, and commit to mean...
Oct 17, 2025
Editorial
Time to Turn Applause into Real Support for Our Cricketers
Time to Turn Applause into Real Support for Our Cricketers
Beyond inspiring thousands of young Nepalis to pursue cricket professionally, this success could open doors for players to feature in international leagues abroad. Let’s hope this triumph becomes a launchpad for producing world-class Nepali cricketers for decades to come.
Oct 17, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepali candidate elected as Regional Councillor of IUCN for 2026–2029
Nepali candidate elected as Regional Councillor of IUCN for...
The IUCN World Conservation Congress, held every four years, brings together governments, indigenous groups, civil society, the private sector, scientists and experts to set global conservation and sustainable development agendas. The 2025 Congress emphasized implementing the Global Biodiversity Fra...
Oct 16, 2025