OPINION
Nepal’s Silent Women’s Health Crisis
Nepal’s Silent Women’s Health Crisis
PCOS and PCOD are emerging as a silent but growing women’s health crisis in Nepal, driven by lifestyle changes, low awareness, social stigma, and delayed diagnosis despite their serious long-term physical and mental health risks.
May 12, 2026
WORLD
No end to war in sight as Iran and US reject talks terms
No end to war in sight as Iran and US reject talks terms
The sharp exchange of messages raised the spectre of a return to open conflict in the Gulf, sent oil prices soaring and dashed hopes that a deal could be quickly negotiated to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping.
May 12, 2026
POLITICS
CJ row sparks debate of judiciary’s independence
CJ row sparks debate of judiciary’s independence
PM Balen’s controversial decision to bypass seniority in appointing Nepal’s next chief justice has ignited a nationwide debate over judicial reform, constitutional morality, and executive influence over the judiciary.
May 12, 2026
Editorial
Beyond Price Transparency Week
Beyond Price Transparency Week
Nepal’s rising inflation and recurring market irregularities highlight the urgent need for a permanent, transparent, and technology-driven market monitoring mechanism rather than short-term inspection campaigns.
May 12, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepali Army launches Defence Correspondent Orientation Programme
Nepali Army launches Defence Correspondent Orientation Progr...
The programme was inaugurated by Brigadier General Rajaram Basnet, who said the initiative seeks to build a more reliable, refined and effective relationship between the Nepali Army and the media sector while helping journalists better understand the institution for smoother news reporting.
May 12, 2026
SOCIETY
NEB publishes SEE 2082 results, nearly 66 percent pass
NEB publishes SEE 2082 results, nearly 66 percent pass
A total of 512,421 students registered for the examination, while 430,667 sat for the exams at 1,966 centers across the country, including 23 students from a center in Japan. Among them, 284,160 successfully passed.
May 11, 2026
WORLD
The first 48-team World Cup -- more opportunities, less jeopardy?
The first 48-team World Cup -- more opportunities, less jeop...
The expansion is the delivery of a key proposal made by Gianni Infantino not long after he became president of world football's governing body in 2016.
May 11, 2026
ECONOMY
NRB's budget review report presented to Finance Minister
NRB's budget review report presented to Finance Minister
In accordance with the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, 2058 BS, the central bank shall submit a report to the government about the country's economic and financial situation for the purpose of formulating the government's annual budget.
May 11, 2026
WORLD
Oil soars as Trump rejects Iran's terms
Oil soars as Trump rejects Iran's terms
Trump's repudiation of Iran's response to his latest peace proposal raised the likelihood of further violence and disruptions to oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
May 11, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepal Aushadhi Limited preparing to produce 37 medicines
Nepal Aushadhi Limited preparing to produce 37 medicines
Nepal Aushadhi Limited is preparing to launch production of three medicines soon, with drugs used for high blood pressure, diabetes, and cholesterol already in the final stage of preparation. The state-owned company said it is working toward producing a total of 37 different medicines.
May 11, 2026