POLITICS
Govt advertisement ban on private media sparks uproar
Govt advertisement ban on private media sparks uproar
The concerns follow a directive issued on Wednesday by the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, instructing all subordinate bodies to publish and broadcast government information and advertisements exclusively through state-owned media.
Apr 03, 2026
POLITICS
No one should bow to caste-based discrimination: RSP Chair Lamichhane
No one should bow to caste-based discrimination: RSP Chair L...
Speaking at the first session of the newly convened House of Representatives, Lamichhane said organized crimes committed in the name of caste in the past must not be repeated. “No Nepali should ever bow to caste,” he stated. “Justice will determine the value of forgiveness.”
Apr 03, 2026
WORLD
Iran vows 'crushing' attacks on US after Trump threats
Iran vows 'crushing' attacks on US after Trump threats
The war, which erupted more than a month ago with US-Israeli strikes on Iran, has spread throughout the Middle East and roiled the global economy, impacting hundreds of millions of people worldwide.
Apr 03, 2026
OPINION
Nepal’s New Era: Hope, Energy, and the Mandate to Deliver
Nepal’s New Era: Hope, Energy, and the Mandate to Deliver
Nepal’s electorate has given a fresh mandate to a young, innovative leadership, raising hope for real change and a new era of accountable governance.
Apr 03, 2026
POLITICS
First parliament session begins after March 5 elections, parties emphasise governance and...
First parliament session begins after March 5 elections, par...
Lawmakers from nationally recognised parties presented their views, signalling commitment to democracy, constitutional implementation and national development.
Apr 03, 2026
OPINION
An Open Letter to Prime Minister
An Open Letter to Prime Minister
Your mandate at this moment carries not just hope but a quiet urgency: the need to redefine governance in a country plagued by political instability and corruption.
Apr 03, 2026
Editorial
High-Stakes SEE
High-Stakes SEE
The Secondary Education Examination (SEE) has begun amid high pressure and expectations, sparking debate over its continued relevance and the need to balance timely results with student well-being.
Apr 03, 2026
ECONOMY
NOC hikes petrol, diesel prices by Rs 15 per liter
NOC hikes petrol, diesel prices by Rs 15 per liter
Nepal Oil Corporation cites Middle East war, rising international prices, and mounting losses
Apr 02, 2026
POLITICS
Court allows two more days' remand of Oli, Lekhak
Court allows two more days' remand of Oli, Lekhak
Record keeper at Court, Tirtha Raj Bhattarai, shared that the District Court Kathmandu on Thursday allowed two more days' remand of Chair Oli and leader Lekhak. Earlier, on March 29, Judge Ananda Prasad Shrestha had allowed keeping both of them in custody for five days for investigation.
Apr 02, 2026
ECONOMY
Foreign exchange reserves increase 27.5 percent in eight months of current FY
Foreign exchange reserves increase 27.5 percent in eight mon...
Nepal receives Rs 1449.65 billion in remittances in eight months
Apr 02, 2026