POLITICS
Koshi Province Minister denies QR code bribe allegation, says he never had one
Koshi Province Minister denies QR code bribe allegation, say...
He said, “If anyone has used a QR code in my name to ask for money, action should be taken against them.” He also called on authorities to take action against those spreading what he described as false, baseless, and politically motivated accusations.
Jul 27, 2025
POLITICS
Independent lawmaker Amresh Singh signs RSP petition supporting Lamichhane's release
Independent lawmaker Amresh Singh signs RSP petition support...
Since mid-June, RSP has been running a nationwide signature campaign in support of Lamichhane, collecting thousands of signatures in places ranging from streets and college campuses to corporate offices and airports.
Jul 27, 2025
WORLD
Explained: What is fuelling Saudi Arabia's surge in executions?
Explained: What is fuelling Saudi Arabia's surge in executio...
Saudi Arabia has escalated its use of capital punishment, executing more than 200 people so far this year -- putting the kingdom on track to surpass last year's record.
Jul 27, 2025
SOCIETY
SC directs govt to draft separate law for cow protection
SC directs govt to draft separate law for cow protection
The Supreme Court (SC) has instructed the government to prepare a separate bill focused on the protection and promotion of cows, Nepal’s national animal, and present it in Parliament.
Jul 27, 2025
WORLD
Russian navy parade cancelled for 'security reasons'
Russian navy parade cancelled for 'security reasons'
Russia said on Sunday a major annual navy parade had been cancelled for "security reasons", without specifying the threat or concern.
Jul 27, 2025
POLITICS
IGFF’s Anupam Abhiyan submits nationwide petition demanding 50% women’s representation
IGFF’s Anupam Abhiyan submits nationwide petition demanding...
The Intergenerational Feminist Forum (IGFF), through its nationwide Anupam Abhiyan, has submitted signatures collected from across Nepal to major political parties, demanding the proportional and inclusive participation of women at all levels of the state.
Jul 27, 2025
ECONOMY
Dhorpatan receives 23,000 tourists in a year
Dhorpatan receives 23,000 tourists in a year
Ranger Sagar Subedi of the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Office said that 23,692 tourists visited Dhorpatan in the fiscal year 2024/25 while such number was 15,573 in the previous fiscal year.
Jul 27, 2025
BLOG
Wisdom from the Village
Wisdom from the Village
“Paila ko Lamjung ma nabatothyonatah gari nai, thyotahhamrokhusi, tara ahilahamrogoan ma batoghato cha tara mancheychaina, khusichaina. Achama ko jamana”.
Jul 27, 2025
POLITICS
PM Oli urged to clarify Nepal’s position on Gaza humanitarian crisis
PM Oli urged to clarify Nepal’s position on Gaza humanitaria...
A group of prominent civil society leaders has submitted a strongly worded letter to Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, urging the Government of Nepal to clearly articulate its position on the ongoing genocide in Gaza and to condemn the large-scale atrocities being committed by the Israeli government.
Jul 27, 2025
WORLD
Urgent need for 'global approach' on AI regulation: UN tech chief
Urgent need for 'global approach' on AI regulation: UN tech...
Doreen Bogdan-Martin, head of the UN's International Telecommunications Union (ITU) agency, told AFP she hoped that AI "can actually benefit humanity".
Jul 27, 2025