SOCIETY
UN stresses on protection and justice to torture victims
UN stresses on protection and justice to torture victims
On December 12, 1997, by resolution 52/149, the UN General Assembly proclaimed 26 June as the United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, with a view to the total eradication of torture and the effective functioning of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or...
Jun 26, 2026
POLITICS
Dahal, Nepal hold talks with Shekhar Koirala at Biratnagar residence
Dahal, Nepal hold talks with Shekhar Koirala at Biratnagar r...
The two leaders reached Koirala’s residence for the meeting, where they discussed contemporary political issues, according to sources.
Jun 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Int'l Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking being marked
Int'l Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking being m...
The UN General Assembly in 1987 decided to observe 26 June as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking as an expression of its determination to strengthen action and cooperation to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse.
Jun 26, 2026
WORLD
European economies suffer from heatwave
European economies suffer from heatwave
"Extreme heat is emerging as a structural economic risk, with Europe highly exposed," wrote the trade credit arm of European insurer Allianz as the continent swelters under its second heatwave of the year.
Jun 26, 2026
POLITICS
RSP general convention: Four general secy candidates withdraw, back Bipin Acharya
RSP general convention: Four general secy candidates withdra...
Party leaders said efforts are still underway to reach a consensus among the candidates.
Jun 26, 2026
POLITICS
RSP general convention: 8 candidates vie for general secy post
RSP general convention: 8 candidates vie for general secy po...
The RSP has moved into the second phase of its office-bearer selection process after completing the first phase of elections.
Jun 26, 2026
POLITICS
HoR meeting scheduled for today postponed until Saturday
HoR meeting scheduled for today postponed until Saturday
The meeting is believed to have been postponed in view of the ongoing First General Convention of the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party.
Jun 26, 2026
WORLD
'Very strong' nuclear verification needed in Iran after war: IAEA head
'Very strong' nuclear verification needed in Iran after war:...
International Atomic Energy Agency head Rafael Grossi's remarks come as the United States and Iran negotiate a broader agreement to end the war, with Tehran's nuclear programme remaining one of the key sticking points.
Jun 26, 2026
Market
Gold climbs as silver slips in Nepali market
Gold climbs as silver slips in Nepali market
Gold prices gained momentum in the Nepali precious metals market on Friday, rising by Rs 800 per tola.
Jun 26, 2026
SPORTS
FIFA suspension pushes Nepali football into crisis
FIFA suspension pushes Nepali football into crisis
The suspension, made public by ANFA on Thursday, has cast doubt over Nepal's international football future and disappointed players, coaches, referees and supporters. FIFA cited government interference in the affairs of the national football body as the reason for the suspension.
Jun 26, 2026