OPINION
Cheap Cigarettes, Costly Consequences for Nepal
Cheap Cigarettes, Costly Consequences for Nepal
Nepal is losing billions in revenue and public health costs by keeping tobacco taxes too low.
May 28, 2026
WORLD
Iran says 'low' possibility of return to war with US
Iran says 'low' possibility of return to war with US
The statement came a day after Iran accused the US of breaching the ceasefire in place since April, and warned it was prepared to retaliate following the most serious strikes since the truce took effect.
May 28, 2026
Editorial
Reviving Nepal’s Health Insurance Scheme
Reviving Nepal’s Health Insurance Scheme
Linking tobacco, alcohol and sugary product taxes directly to Nepal’s struggling health insurance fund could revive the programme, strengthen public healthcare and restore citizens’ trust in the state’s social responsibility.
May 28, 2026
ECONOMY
Nepal’s economy projected to expand 3.85% in FY 2025/26
Nepal’s economy projected to expand 3.85% in FY 2025/26
The survey projects the national economy to expand by 3.85 percent this fiscal year, estimating its size at Rs 6.6 trillion. Per capita gross national income is expected to reach USD 1,535. Bagmati Province is anticipated to contribute the largest share to national output at 36.7 percent, underscori...
May 27, 2026
POLITICS
NHRC recommends further investigation into 49 individuals over Gen Z protests
NHRC recommends further investigation into 49 individuals ov...
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The list includes leaders and lawmakers associated with the Rastriya Swatantra Party, including Ganesh Karki, Sulav Kharel, Bablu Gupta, Dr Toshima Karki, Manish Jha, and Hari Dhakal. The NHRC has also named several high-profile public personalities and content creators, including Sisan Baniya,...
May 27, 2026
ECONOMY
Economic Survey flags delays in national pride projects
Economic Survey flags delays in national pride projects
Nepal’s flagship national pride and strategic road projects continue to lag far behind schedule, with the latest Economic Survey for Fiscal Year 2025/26 revealing sluggish progress across multiple corridors and highways. Despite years of investment, most projects have failed to meet targets wi...
May 27, 2026
ECONOMY
Consumption accounts for 90.3 percent of Nepal’s economy, private sector dominates spendin...
Consumption accounts for 90.3 percent of Nepal’s economy, pr...
Presenting the Economic Survey in the House of Representatives on Wednesday, Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle said the preliminary estimate projects economic growth at 3.85 percent. According to the survey, Nepal’s gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to reach Rs. 66.09 trillion this fisc...
May 27, 2026
ECONOMY
Progress of national pride and strategic road projects slow: Economic Survey
Progress of national pride and strategic road projects slow:...
The progress of national pride and strategic road projects is found to be pathetic, with most of the projects failing to achieve the target within stipulated time.
May 27, 2026
POLITICS
NHRC recommends probe into Rabi Lamichhane’s alleged role in Nakkhu jailbreak
NHRC recommends probe into Rabi Lamichhane’s alleged role in...
The NHRC report states that the act of being released from prison in an unauthorized manner is not only a violation of human rights but may also constitute a criminal offence under Section 49 of the Prison Act 2079. It calls for a detailed investigation into the involvement of Lamichhane, then jailo...
May 27, 2026
SPORTS
Asian Games Women's Qualifiers 2026: Nepal defeats China by 19 runs
Asian Games Women's Qualifiers 2026: Nepal defeats China by...
Chasing a target of 126 runs set by Nepal in the match played at the Bayuemas Oval Cricket Ground in Malaysia today, China was all out for 106 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in the stipulated 20 overs.
May 27, 2026