Editorial
Press Council Nepal, FNJ Must Act to Restore Media-Judiciary Trust
Press Council Nepal, FNJ Must Act to Restore Media-Judiciary...
In democratic societies, matters related to media content are typically addressed first through a media oversight body—such as the Press Council Nepal—before involving law enforcement agencies or the courts. Nepal, too, has a functioning Press Council with a mandate to uphold journalisti...
Jun 12, 2025
OPINION
Why Gamifying Civic Learning Might Be Nepal’s Best Bet for Youth Leadership
Why Gamifying Civic Learning Might Be Nepal’s Best Bet for Y...
Gamification doesn’t trivialize civic education, it allows young people to experiment, to fail safely, and to understand the why behind political systems.
Jun 12, 2025
SOCIETY
Press Chautari Nepal condemns arrest warrant against Journalist Dil Bhushan Pathak
Press Chautari Nepal condemns arrest warrant against Journal...
“We are clear that the responsibility to uphold the Constitution lies with the respected court,” the statement said, “We have strong faith that the court will review the preliminary order and make corrections in accordance with the spirit of the Constitution and the law.”
Jun 11, 2025
ECONOMY
Finance Minister Paudel directs officials to prioritize inter-ministerial coordination
Finance Minister Paudel directs officials to prioritize inte...
During a meeting of the High-Level Management Committee at the Ministry of Finance, Minister Paudel urged staff to focus on inter-ministerial tasks while remaining within the bounds of the law.
Jun 11, 2025
POLITICS
Media Action Nepal expresses concern over court order against news portals, arrest warrant...
Media Action Nepal expresses concern over court order agains...
KATHMANDU,June 11: Media Action Nepal has expressed serious concern over a short-term interim order issued by the Kathmandu District Court on June 10, directing online news portals Bizmandu and Nepal Khabar to delete published news reports and refrain from further reporting on the issue.
Jun 11, 2025
POLITICS
Maoist Center’s bottom line: Resolve visit visa scandal before budget deliberations
Maoist Center’s bottom line: Resolve visit visa scandal befo...
Speaking to journalists in New Baneshwar on Wednesday, Pun said, “The parliament must function, and it's the government's responsibility to ensure that. We allowed the budget to be presented, but there must be a discussion. Before that, the government needs to address the visit visa issue.&rdq...
Jun 11, 2025
SOCIETY
Sabina Maskey appointed as acting MD of Nepal Telecom
Sabina Maskey appointed as acting MD of Nepal Telecom
The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, in a meeting held on Wednesday, appointed Maskey as the Acting Managing Director of the company. Previously, Maskey served as the Deputy Managing Director.
Jun 11, 2025
SOCIETY
CIAA files graft case against Pradeep Pariyar and six others over Kathmandu metropolis con...
CIAA files graft case against Pradeep Pariyar and six others...
The CIAA lodged the case at the Special Court on Wednesday, accusing the officials of misusing authority in awarding a road construction contract. Each individual has been charged with causing a loss of Rs 43.17 million to the state.
Jun 11, 2025
WORLD
UAE enforces midday work ban to protect outdoor workers from extreme heat
UAE enforces midday work ban to protect outdoor workers from...
Now in its 21st consecutive year, the measure underscores the UAE’s ongoing commitment to occupational safety and the well-being of workers during the peak summer months.
Jun 11, 2025
SOCIETY
APF rescues four paragliders after they crash into Phewa Lake in Pokhara
APF rescues four paragliders after they crash into Phewa Lak...
According to APF Deputy Spokesperson Shailendra Thapa, two paraglider pilots along with two tandem divers took off from Torepani in Pokhara Metropolitan City-18, Kaski, but lost control while landing and plunged into the middle of the lake.
Jun 11, 2025