POLITICS
Political upheaval and the beginning of newness
Political upheaval and the beginning of newness
The year began with a group led by Durga Prasai and others demanding a Hindu state with a monarchy, which once again emboldened voices against the federal democratic republic.
Apr 13, 2026
POLITICS
Govt moves to fast-track Federal Civil Service Act via ordinance
Govt moves to fast-track Federal Civil Service Act via ordin...
Federal staff ceiling likely to be capped at 30,000
Apr 13, 2026
POLITICS
Reveal sources of wealth, or it will be seen as corruption: Harka Sampang
Reveal sources of wealth, or it will be seen as corruption:...
Sampang said that assets without clear sources would inevitably be viewed as the result of corruption, urging authorities to ensure transparency.
Apr 13, 2026
ECONOMY
Government moves to hold project officials accountable via procurement law amendment
Government moves to hold project officials accountable via p...
The Public Procurement Monitoring Office has prepared a preliminary draft of the amendment bill on April 8. In line with Section 6(2) of the Legislation Act, 2021, which requires draft bills to be made public for feedback, the office has sought public opinions and suggestions until April 14.
Apr 13, 2026
ECONOMY
SC issues directive order to government to establish cooperative victim relief fund
SC issues directive order to government to establish coopera...
However, the justices clarified, “cooperatives cannot be made functional like the banks.”
Apr 13, 2026
OPINION
Beyond the Ballot: Youth, Reform and the Future of Nepal’s Democracy
Beyond the Ballot: Youth, Reform and the Future of Nepal’s D...
Nepal’s recent election reflects rising civic engagement and generational change, but the real challenge lies in translating electoral momentum into inclusive, accountable, and sustained democratic reform.
Apr 13, 2026
Editorial
When Regulation Fails
When Regulation Fails
Despite repeated government warnings, weak enforcement and regulatory gaps allow private schools in Nepal to continue unethical fee practices, placing an increasing financial burden on families.
Apr 13, 2026
WORLD
Mideast prepares for more fighting as talks fail
Mideast prepares for more fighting as talks fail
Following more than 20 hours of talks in the Pakistani capital Islamabad, US Vice President JD Vance admitted the yawning differences between the US and Iran proved to be insurmountable for the moment.
Apr 13, 2026
WORLD
World urges more negotiation after US-Iran talks end without deal
World urges more negotiation after US-Iran talks end without...
World figures urged the United States and Iran to keep negotiating after marathon Washington-Tehran talks in Islamabad ended on Sunday without a deal to end the war in the Middle East.
Apr 13, 2026
POLITICS
RSP Cabinet discloses assets, reveals holdings in deposits, land and shares
RSP Cabinet discloses assets, reveals holdings in deposits,...
The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers released the disclosures on Sunday, in line with Section 50 of the Corruption Prevention Act, which requires public officials to submit their asset details within 60 days of assuming office.
Apr 13, 2026