SOCIETY
Lalitpur Metropolis provides Rs 500,000 to family of Gen-Z martyr Binod
Lalitpur Metropolis provides Rs 500,000 to family of Gen-Z m...
Mayor Maharjan said the financial assistance was provided to Binod's family as per the decision of the executive meeting of the metropolis held on September 26.
Oct 10, 2025
POLITICS
Nepali Army says Gen Z protest response were guided by objective assessment of security si...
Nepali Army says Gen Z protest response were guided by objec...
The Nepali Army has defended its response to the Gen Z protests, saying its actions were based on an objective assessment of internal security needs. Critics have questioned the army’s delayed intervention amid widespread vandalism, but the NA emphasised its commitment to transparency and rest...
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
BP highway reopens after five days, public vehicles to operate from Saturday
BP highway reopens after five days, public vehicles to opera...
The BP Highway, which had been closed following floods and landslides triggered by continuous rainfall on Saturday and Sunday, reopened on Friday.
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Wildlife conservation challenge: Poaching continues unabated in Shuklaphanta
Wildlife conservation challenge: Poaching continues unabated...
Additionally, they are repeatedly using the forest area for unauthorized grazing, damaging forest fences, and collecting grass, firewood, and fodder without permits.
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Japanese Encephalitis claims 35 percent of patients’ lives in Chitwan
Japanese Encephalitis claims 35 percent of patients’ lives i...
Of those infected, 10 are women and seven are men. Most of the deceased were elderly, said Vector Control Inspector Ram K.C. from the District Public Health Office. The victims were aged 39, 42, 70, 81 and 89 years. Two deaths each occurred in Bharatpur and Rapti municipalities, while one death each...
Oct 10, 2025
OPINION
Nepal’s Biotech Dilemma: Why the Country Needs a National Department Now
Nepal’s Biotech Dilemma: Why the Country Needs a National De...
Nepal urgently needs a National Department of Biotechnology to unify fragmented research efforts, support local talent and drive sustainable innovations in agriculture and health. Without immediate investment and political will, Nepal risks falling further behind in the global biotech revolution, lo...
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Eleven people injured in Humla jeep accident
Eleven people injured in Humla jeep accident
Of the 12 people travelling in the jeep, 11 sustained injuries, according to Police Inspector Janga Bahadur Singh, Information Officer at the Humla District Police Office. The accident occurred when the jeep (Karnali Province 02001 Cha 1091), en route to Piplang from Melchham in the same rural munic...
Oct 10, 2025
POLITICS
Outgoing Home Minister Lekhak denies issuing shoot order during Gen Z protest
Outgoing Home Minister Lekhak denies issuing shoot order dur...
Lekhak said neither the prime minister nor the home minister had directed security agencies to use lethal force against demonstrators.
Oct 10, 2025
ECONOMY
NRB increases daily gold import quota to 25 kg, raises remittance limit to Rs 2.5 million
NRB increases daily gold import quota to 25 kg, raises remit...
The decision comes amid a surge in gold prices and growing investor interest, driven by both domestic demand and global political and economic uncertainty. The rise in gold prices has led many investors to consider it a safer investment option, especially ahead of the festive season.
Oct 10, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepali team departs for Startup World Cup in US
Nepali team departs for Startup World Cup in US
The Startup World Cup was founded by Pegasus Tech Ventures, a venture capital firm associated with SpaceX founder Elon Musk, and is considered the world’s largest startup competition.
Oct 10, 2025