ECONOMY
MoF rejects Ojha’s claim to reinstatement as NIA chairperson
MoF rejects Ojha’s claim to reinstatement as NIA chairperson
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has rejected Sharad Ojha’s attempt to resume his role as chairperson of the Nepal Insurance Authority (NIA), despite a Supreme Court order temporarily halting his dismissal.
Sep 18, 2025
Business & Economy
NIC Asia Bank’s CEO Neupane resigns
NIC Asia Bank’s CEO Neupane resigns
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NIC Asia Bank Roshan Kumar Neupane has resigned from his post.
Sep 18, 2025
SOCIETY
70,000 flee Kathmandu in a week amid Dashain ticket delay
70,000 flee Kathmandu in a week amid Dashain ticket delay
In the past week, over 70,000 people have left Kathmandu. Due to the Gen Z protests, people anticipated an uncomfortable environment in the city, and the number of travelers heading to villages had already increased from Bhadra 25.
Sep 18, 2025
WORLD
India health alert after 'brain-eating' amoeba rise
India health alert after 'brain-eating' amoeba rise
India has issued a health alert after infections and deaths caused by a rare water-borne "brain-eating" amoeba doubled compared to last year in the southern state of Kerala.
Sep 18, 2025
SOCIETY
2,600 inmates still at large after Central Jail break
2,600 inmates still at large after Central Jail break
Until September 9, the Central Jail housed 3,880 inmates. With the transfer of 461 prisoners from Dillibazar Prison and three from Nakkhu Prison, there are currently 1,778 inmates inside the Central Jail, officials said.
Sep 18, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal must move forward on shoulders of new generation: KMC Deputy Mayor Dangol
Nepal must move forward on shoulders of new generation: KMC...
In a statement shared on social media, Dangol stressed that those responsible for the deaths, destruction, and violence must be held legally accountable. She said the movement against corruption should not be dismissed as a mere outburst of anger but recognised as a call for systemic change.
Sep 18, 2025
SOCIETY
Pedestrian killed in bus-hit in Banasthali
Pedestrian killed in bus-hit in Banasthali
According to the Valley Traffic Police Office, the bus with the registration number (Ba 01–006 Kha 7543) heading from Swayambhu towards the New Bus Park hit the victim in front of Siddhartha Banasthali School.
Sep 18, 2025
SOCIETY
Speaker visits burned parliament nine days after Gen Z protests
Speaker visits burned parliament nine days after Gen Z prote...
Just a day earlier, Nagarik Daily had published a report titled “Kaha chhan Sabhamukh?” seeking information about the missing Speaker. The article drew numerous comments from readers inquiring about his whereabouts.
Sep 18, 2025
POLITICS
President Paudel vows commitment to protect constitution at any cost
President Paudel vows commitment to protect constitution at...
Speaking during a discussion with civil society leaders on Thursday, President Paudel stated that if everyone had refused to compromise when appointing a Prime Minister outside constitutional provisions, he too was ready to join the ranks of martyrs.
Sep 18, 2025
POLITICS
US Ambassador Thompson meets PM Karki, extends congratulations
US Ambassador Thompson meets PM Karki, extends congratulatio...
Ambassador Thompson visited the PM’s Office at Singha Durbar on Thursday to meet with her.
Sep 18, 2025