ECONOMY
Base interest rate of commercial banks slides to as low as 4.9 percent
Base interest rate of commercial banks slides to as low as 4...
As per the details published by the 20 commercial banks, the average base interest rate of Nepal’s banking system has further come down to 6.2 percent. Two months ago, it stood at a three-year low rate at 6.48 percent.
Jun 26, 2025
Lifestyle
From Apes to Leonardo Da Vinci
From Apes to Leonardo Da Vinci
We are, after all, the aching yearning of this universe. And never again, never, never, another one like us will walk this planet and never again a soul, with depth and intensity like us, will feel the warm dazzle of the moon the way we feel. This is reality, and the universe, better than any of us,...
Jun 25, 2025
SPORTS
Nepali cricketers witness major shake-up in ICC rankings post-Europe tour
Nepali cricketers witness major shake-up in ICC rankings pos...
Among Nepali bowlers, Lalit Rajbanshi now holds the highest rankings in both ODI and T20I formats. He climbed five positions to 48th in ODI bowling, while Sandeep Lamichhane improved by one place to 54th. Airee dropped three spots to 79th, Karan KC fell seven places to 84th, and Sompal Kami stayed a...
Jun 25, 2025
POLITICS
SC grants bail of Rs 3.5 million to Madhav Nepal in Patanjali land case
SC grants bail of Rs 3.5 million to Madhav Nepal in Patanjal...
Former PM Nepal was present in court on Wednesday when arguments were heard for the case.
Jun 25, 2025
ECONOMY
Electricity exports to India surge as monsoon boosts hydropower production
Electricity exports to India surge as monsoon boosts hydropo...
According to NEA, internal electricity generation currently stands at around 2,700 megawatts.
Jun 25, 2025
POLITICS
Home Minister seeks support to table Police Bill in parliament within current FY
Home Minister seeks support to table Police Bill in parliame...
Speaking at the committee meeting held on Wednesday at Singha Durbar, Minister Lekhak emphasized the government's commitment to updating the legal framework governing the Nepal Police.
Jun 25, 2025
SOCIETY
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve displaced submit memo to PM Oli
Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve displaced submit memo to PM Oli
Handing over the memo to the PM at his official residence in Baluwatar, representatives from the displaced families, including 95-year-old Kamala Kumari Pokhrel, recalled a gentleman’s agreement with the government to provide land in exchange for their properties which were acquired 48 years a...
Jun 25, 2025
ECONOMY
Petroleum imports generate Rs 73 billion in revenue, highest among all products
Petroleum imports generate Rs 73 billion in revenue, highest...
According to the office, imports of five categories of petroleum products totaled Rs 174.09 billion during this period. Petroleum alone contributed 46.43 percent of the revenue collected from the top 20 imported goods.
Jun 25, 2025
ECONOMY
Increased spring paddy production leads to distribution and pricing issues
Increased spring paddy production leads to distribution and...
Last year, about 200,000 metric tons of paddy were produced, which was insufficient to meet market demand.
Jun 25, 2025
SOCIETY
Birthday party at DSP’s quarters with rape case acquitted individual triggers police inves...
Birthday party at DSP’s quarters with rape case acquitted in...
Following instructions from Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deepak Thapa, the Madhesh Province Police Office has formed a probe committee to determine the facts surrounding the incident.
Jun 25, 2025