SOCIETY
SC deals blow to Dolma Impact Fund tax break, citing lapses in international treaty
SC deals blow to Dolma Impact Fund tax break, citing lapses...
The ruling is expected to trigger broader debate over Nepal’s tax treaties, legislative oversight of international agreements, and the balance between attracting foreign investment and safeguarding domestic revenue.
Feb 14, 2026
WORLD
What changed after Iran's internet blackout eased?
What changed after Iran's internet blackout eased?
The blackout began on the evening of January 8 following widespread online calls for mass anti-government protests after nearly two weeks of smaller demonstrations motivated by cost-of-living concerns.
Feb 14, 2026
POLITICS
HRW, Amnesty International, ICJ call for publication of Gen Z protest probe report
HRW, Amnesty International, ICJ call for publication of Gen...
At least 76 people were killed—most unlawfully—during the September 8–9 Gen Z protests, when police opened fire on young demonstrators protesting government corruption and a social media ban.
Feb 14, 2026
POLITICS
New Chinese Ambassador Zhang Maoming arrives in Kathmandu, vows to deepen cooperation
New Chinese Ambassador Zhang Maoming arrives in Kathmandu, v...
While expressing gratitude to friends from all sectors of Nepali society for their longstanding support in strengthening bilateral ties, Ambassador Zhang also vowed to deepen partnership between Nepal and China.
Feb 14, 2026
WORLD
US Congress impasse over migrant crackdown set to trigger partial shutdown
US Congress impasse over migrant crackdown set to trigger pa...
"For weeks, we've been pushing commonsense reforms," Senator Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat in the Republican-controlled chamber, said ahead of a partial shutdown that would go into effect after midnight on Friday night.
Feb 14, 2026
POLITICS, Interview
‘March 5 Polls a Test of Democratic Reset after Gen Z Protest’
‘March 5 Polls a Test of Democratic Reset after Gen Z Protes...
The election results must be linked to the aspirations expressed during the September protests.
Feb 14, 2026
POLITICS
New Chinese Ambassador Zhang Maoming arrives in Kathmandu, vows to deepen cooperation
New Chinese Ambassador Zhang Maoming arrives in Kathmandu, v...
Zhang Maoming arrived in Kathmandu on Friday to assume his duties as the 23rd Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Nepal.
Feb 13, 2026
POLITICS
Home Minister Aryal assures of impartial HoR polls
Home Minister Aryal assures of impartial HoR polls
The chiefs and officials from the umbrella organistations from the local level said that they were facilitating from their respective positions for creating an atmosphere to conclude the election in a free and impartial atmosphere, according to the Secretariat of the Home Minister.
Feb 13, 2026
POLITICS
Election only means to bring country back on track: Acting CEC Bhandari
Election only means to bring country back on track: Acting C...
The CEC requested all media persons including radio journalists play a significant role insuccessfully hold the upcoming election to the House of Representatives.
Feb 13, 2026
ECONOMY
Four Korean volunteers begin service in Nepal following KOICA handover ceremony
Four Korean volunteers begin service in Nepal following KOIC...
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) organised a handover ceremony on Thursday to mark the deployment of four new Korea Overseas Volunteers (KOVs) to various institutions across Nepal.
Feb 13, 2026