OPINION
Nepal Needs Crypto, Not a King
Nepal Needs Crypto, Not a King
The political instability is inextricably linked to a pandemic of corruption that has hollowed out state institutions. According to Transparency International's 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), Nepal scored a dismal 34 out of 100, a rank of 107th that places it firmly among nations with seri...
Jul 31, 2025
SOCIETY
Heavy rainfall likely in Bagmati and Gandaki today
Heavy rainfall likely in Bagmati and Gandaki today
There is a possibility of heavy rainfall accompanied by thundershowers at one or two locations in the hilly areas and Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces.
Jul 31, 2025
Market
Forex Update: US dollar rises for third consecutive day
Forex Update: US dollar rises for third consecutive day
The US dollar has increased for the third successive day.
Jul 31, 2025
SOCIETY
Human trafficking now via Singapore and Bagdogra
Human trafficking now via Singapore and Bagdogra
A manpower agent said that as it has become difficult to send women to the Gulf countries from Nepali airports on visit visas, traffickers are now sending them through Siliguri to Bagdogra and Singapore Changi Airport.
Jul 31, 2025
Editorial
A Boost to Industry, Exports and Hope
A Boost to Industry, Exports and Hope
While some may object to the idea of a meat production company on cultural or ethical grounds, it reflects the practical realities of a diverse society.
Jul 31, 2025
SOCIETY
KDBL Scam: Lawsuit filed against 109 individuals over Rs 3.2 billion embezzlement
KDBL Scam: Lawsuit filed against 109 individuals over Rs 3.2...
On December 26, 2024, Nepal Rastra Bank had declared the development bank as problematic. The bank had reported total deposits of Rs 4.9 billion. Karnali Development Bank was established in 2013 AD.
Jul 31, 2025
ECONOMY
NRB absorbs Rs 194 billion liquidity in two weeks, banks’ base rate falls to 4.89%
NRB absorbs Rs 194 billion liquidity in two weeks, banks’ ba...
The central bank uses various monetary instruments to absorb excessive liquidity to regulate the money market. Open market operations, interest rate adjustment, alteration in reserve requirements, fixed deposits and reverse repos are some of the monetary tools that the NRB has been using to absorb e...
Jul 31, 2025
SOCIETY
Srijana and Bibek: The Unforgettable Bond of Soul
Srijana and Bibek: The Unforgettable Bond of Soul
And true love always triumphs. Srijana will always feel happy for having loved her man to the core, for having fought for him with death itself.
Jul 31, 2025
SOCIETY, Health
SC puts brakes on iodized salt law, Health Ministry vows to push forward
SC puts brakes on iodized salt law, Health Ministry vows to...
The case traces back to a petition filed about four months ago by the Consumers’ Forum, urging early implementation of the Act. Responding to that, the Supreme Court had previously directed the government to enforce it—prompting the Health Ministry to swing into action, draft regulations...
Jul 30, 2025
SOCIETY
97 killed in elephant attacks in Koshi over two decades
97 killed in elephant attacks in Koshi over two decades
Dr. Sapkota stated that Jhapa recorded the highest number of human deaths, largely due to elephants entering from neighboring India through this district.
Jul 30, 2025