POLITICS
PM Shah reaffirms commitment to balanced foreign policy, stronger ties with partners
PM Shah reaffirms commitment to balanced foreign policy, str...
Highlighting global challenges, Prime Minister Shah stressed that ongoing conflicts disproportionately affect ordinary citizens and said peace must remain a shared priority. He expressed confidence in collective international efforts to promote peace and stability.
Apr 09, 2026
POLITICS
State ad monopoly risks silencing Nepal’s private media
State ad monopoly risks silencing Nepal’s private media
The government’s move to centralise public advertising in state-owned media risks weakening private outlets, undermining media pluralism, and concentrating influence over public discourse in Nepal.
Apr 09, 2026
Editorial
Fix the System, Not the People
Fix the System, Not the People
Efforts to eliminate middlemen in public services must focus on systemic reform and efficiency without undermining the livelihoods of thousands who facilitate access for ordinary citizens.
Apr 09, 2026
POLITICS
Ministry pushes for energy self-reliance, Minister Shrestha prepares a ‘checklist’ for imm...
Ministry pushes for energy self-reliance, Minister Shrestha...
In discussions with the leadership of Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA), the Water and Energy Commission Secretariat, and the Alternative Energy Promotion Center, the minister emphasized fast-tracking plans and programs that are feasible within the fiscal year.
Apr 08, 2026
SOCIETY
Police complaints are now handled via phone and SMS, no visit needed
Police complaints are now handled via phone and SMS, no visi...
The Nepal Police has introduced a new system allowing service seekers to receive updates about their cases from home. Under the new arrangement, individuals will be informed about the progress of their registered complaints or petitions via phone calls or SMS to the contact number they provide.
Apr 08, 2026
POLITICS
Foreign Ministry briefs ministers on diplomatic code of conduct and foreign affairs
Foreign Ministry briefs ministers on diplomatic code of cond...
The presentation was delivered by Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai during a programme held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers on Wednesday, according to the Prime Minister’s Press Adviser Dipa Dahal.
Apr 08, 2026
SOCIETY
Poverty in Sudurpaschim province up by 10 percent
Poverty in Sudurpaschim province up by 10 percent
The government, which is in the final stage of preparing its second five-year plan, said poverty has risen in the current fiscal year compared to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020/21.
Apr 08, 2026
POLITICS
Deuba denounces family asset ‘propaganda’, urges public not to be misled
Deuba denounces family asset ‘propaganda’, urges public not...
Former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has responded to reports that the current government has issued an arrest warrant against him and his spouse, former Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba, in connection with asset verification and alleged financial irregularities.
Apr 08, 2026
POLITICS
President Paudel to address the joint session of federal parliament on Friday
President Paudel to address the joint session of federal par...
According to the Office of the President, a formal letter has been sent to the Federal Parliament Secretariat regarding the address. The Secretariat is expected to release an official notice about the President’s speech soon.
Apr 08, 2026
SOCIETY
Health Minister Mehta inspects District Hospital in Sunsari
Health Minister Mehta inspects District Hospital in Sunsari
During the visit, Minister Mehta asserted that the government is actively working to ensure access to quality healthcare services for all citizens.
Apr 08, 2026