WORLD
NGOs fear 'catastrophic impact' of new Israel registration rules
NGOs fear 'catastrophic impact' of new Israel registration r...
Aid groups warn Israel’s new NGO registration rules could cripple humanitarian operations in Gaza and the West Bank, with dozens of organisations facing deregistration ahead of a December 31 deadline.
Dec 19, 2025
SOCIETY
Pedestrian killed by group involved in Dohori Sanjh fight
Pedestrian killed by group involved in Dohori Sanjh fight
The 20-year deceased was a resident of Siranchok Rural Municipality–7, Gorkha, and lived in Tokha Municipality–9, Gongabu. During the altercation, Harisharan Pant reportedly struck Babin with a sharp weapon.
Dec 19, 2025
SOCIETY
Three arrested for defrauding Rs 4.9 million by promising foreign employment
Three arrested for defrauding Rs 4.9 million by promising fo...
Police have arrested three individuals on charges of defrauding people of Rs 4.91 million by falsely promising overseas employment in various countries.
Dec 19, 2025
WORLD
Pakistan accuses India of 'weaponizing water' and threatening stability
Pakistan accuses India of 'weaponizing water' and threatenin...
Ishaq Dar made the remarks a day after Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry said it had written to New Delhi seeking clarification over what it described as irregular water releases from the Chenab River.
Dec 19, 2025
ECONOMY
FDI commitments in agriculture reach Rs 22 billion
FDI commitments in agriculture reach Rs 22 billion
According to the Department of Industry (DoI), a total foreign investment commitment of Rs 38.59 billion was recorded in the first five months of the current fiscal year. In the month of Mangsir (mid-November to mid-December) alone, foreign investment commitments worth around Rs 1.91 billion were re...
Dec 19, 2025
SOCIETY
Hari Dharel promoted to Consul General of Denmark to Nepal
Hari Dharel promoted to Consul General of Denmark to Nepal
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs promoted Dharel, who is also Honorary Consul since 2017, recently to the post of Consul General, at the proposal of the Government of Denmark.
Dec 19, 2025
POLITICS
Rabi Lamichhane released on Rs 37.48 million bail
Rabi Lamichhane released on Rs 37.48 million bail
Court officials said Lamichhane appeared in person and submitted a bank guarantee equivalent to the bail amount, following which he was released.
Dec 19, 2025
POLITICS
President Paudel issues HoR election Ordinance
President Paudel issues HoR election Ordinance
President Ram Chandra Paudel on Friday issued the House of Representatives Member Election (First Amendment) Ordinance.
Dec 19, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal Police tighten security for upcoming HoR polls
Nepal Police tighten security for upcoming HoR polls
Central Spokesperson of Nepal Police Deputy Inspector General Abhi Narayan Kafle said the force is committed to using all available resources efficiently while incorporating decisions from the Election Commission to maintain effective security arrangements.
Dec 19, 2025
POLITICS
Rabi Lamichhane set to be released today after completing legal formalities
Rabi Lamichhane set to be released today after completing le...
RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane is set to be released today after completing legal formalities in Butwal, following a High Court order granting him bail.
Dec 19, 2025