WORLD
US, South Korea in talks over US commander's remarks: Seoul
US, South Korea in talks over US commander's remarks: Seoul
South Korea and the United States are in talks over recent public remarks by the commander of US Forces Korea, Seoul's presidential office said Saturday, after the comments drew sharp criticism from China.
May 30, 2026
WORLD
Israel orders new evacuations as forces push deeper into Lebanon
Israel orders new evacuations as forces push deeper into Leb...
Israel's military issued evacuation warnings on Saturday for residents of seven villages in southern Lebanon, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces had pushed deeper into the country.
May 30, 2026
ECONOMY
Govt prepares for second-phase agreement on petroleum extraction in Dailekh
Govt prepares for second-phase agreement on petroleum extrac...
The Department of Mines and Geology (DoMG) has initiated internal preparations for a second-phase agreement aimed at advancing petroleum extraction in Dailekh following the completion of initial exploration works.
May 30, 2026
SOCIETY
NCP Coordinator Dahal hospitalised with pneumonia
NCP Coordinator Dahal hospitalised with pneumonia
Pushpa Kamal Dahal, coordinator of the Nepali Communist Party (NCP), has been admitted to hospital.
May 30, 2026
SOCIETY
35 arrested with illegal drugs from various parts
35 arrested with illegal drugs from various parts
According to Nepal Police's Central News Desk, the arrests were made in Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Jhapa, Bardiya, Sunsari, Kanchanpur, Nuwakot, and Siraha.
May 30, 2026
ECONOMY
Budget seeks to woo middle class despite resource constraints
Budget seeks to woo middle class despite resource constraint...
While the budget offers relief to middle-income earners, critics argue it does little for low-income workers and vulnerable groups. However, it does introduce policy reforms in areas such as public administration and taxation.
May 30, 2026
SOCIETY
International Day of Potato: ‘Where Potatoes Grow, Livelihoods Thrive’
International Day of Potato: ‘Where Potatoes Grow, Livelihoo...
The observance of the day was launched in 2024 at the initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. This year marks the third celebration of the day, observed on May 30, 2026.
May 30, 2026
POLITICS
UML criticizes budget for favoring dependency over production, jobs
UML criticizes budget for favoring dependency over productio...
UML General Secretary Shankar Pokharel said the budget contains many promises of development and prosperity but lacks corresponding priorities.
May 30, 2026
ECONOMY
Innovation-led growth: Rs 8.31 billion for Industry
Innovation-led growth: Rs 8.31 billion for Industry
To encourage productive industries, the government has prioritized labor-intensive sectors with export potential, including agro-processing, tourism services, and light manufacturing. It has announced the establishment of Employment-Linked Production Zones, designed to directly connect industrial ou...
May 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Jeep accident on mid-hill highway kills two
Jeep accident on mid-hill highway kills two
The jeep, bearing registration number Ba Pra 01-027 Cha 2277 and operated by Satlok Ashram, Janakpur, was traveling from Darchula to Jumla when it plunged about 200 meters off the road.
May 30, 2026