- Monday, 13 April 2026
Construction work comes to halt across Nawalparasi (West) over rising material costs
Construction contractors in Nawalparasi (West) have halted development and infrastructure works across the district, citing the sharp rise in construction material prices and the government’s failure to address their demands.
53 Nepali lose their lives in nine months in Japan
According to the ministry, 53 Nepalis died in Japan alone during the period from July/August to April 1. Among those who lost their lives, the majority are students, and many of the deaths were due to suicide.
Premier League Karate silver medalist Erica returns home
Nepali karate star Erika Gurung, who won a silver medal at the Karate One Premier League held in China, has returned home on Monday
Motorcycle driver dies after being hit by tipper
A motorcyclist killed after being hit by a tipper truck along the Madan Bhandari Highway at Rajabas, of Triuga Municipality-9, Udayapur, police said.
Nation
Premier League Karate silver medalist Erica returns home
Nepali karate star Erika Gurung, who won a silver medal at the Karate One Premier League held in China, has returned home on Monday
Construction work comes to halt across Nawalparasi (West) over rising material costs
Construction contractors in Nawalparasi (West) have halted development and infrastructure works across the district, citing the sharp rise in construction material prices and the government’s failure to address their demands.
53 Nepali lose their lives in nine months in Japan
According to the ministry, 53 Nepalis died in Japan alone during the period from July/August to April 1. Among those who lost their lives, the majority are students, and many of the deaths were due to suicide.
Motorcycle driver dies after being hit by tipper
A motorcyclist killed after being hit by a tipper truck along the Madan Bhandari Highway at Rajabas, of Triuga Municipality-9, Udayapur, police said.
World
US military to begin blockade of Iranian ports on Monday
The US military said it would begin a blockade of all Iranian ports on Monday, after talks between the warring sides in Pakistan collapsed with President Donald Trump blaming the Islamic republic's refusal to abandon its nuclear ambitions.
Business
Agriculture Development Office distributes Rs 450 million in grant in five years
The Agriculture Development Office, Nawalparasi Purba has distributed almost Rs 450 million in grant to the farmers in the last five fiscal years since 2077/78 BS.
Koshi government begins seed funding distribution process for startups
The Koshi Province Government has initiated the process of providing seed funding to encourage young people and new entrepreneurs with innovative ideas. The Ministry of Industry, Agriculture and Cooperatives issued a public notice on Sunday, inviting project proposals from individuals interested in starting new ventures. In accordance with the Startup Enterprise Seed Capital Mobilisation Procedure, 2025/26, the ministry has urged eligible and interested entrepreneurs to submit their applications within 21 days from the date of publication of the notice.
Contractors in Taplejung demand for 'construction holiday'
Construction entrepreneurs have said that continuous increase in petroleum product prices has had a direct and severe impact on the construction sector. At a press conference held on Saturday in Phungling, the Contractors' Association, Taplejung said that rising fuel costs have driven up the prices of construction materials, creating significant challenges across the sector. Contractors reported difficulty completing previously awarded projects due to the unexpected surge in costs. According to Jas Bahadur Chemjong, chairperson of the Contractors' Association, Taplejung, the sharp rise in price
Saline industry comes into operation in Morang
The first saline manufacturing industry in Koshi Province has commenced commercial production. With an investment exceeding Rs. 1 billion, Alexa Lifesciences has begun operations after completing all legal procedures at Budhiganga Rural Municipality–2 in Morang. The industry was inaugurated on Friday by senior cardiologist Dr. Bhagwan Koirala.
Sports
Brotherhood Football Club lifts title of Golbazar Mayor Gold Cup
The Brotherhood Football Club, Udayapur won the trophy of the Ninth Golbazar Mayor Gold Cup Football Competition.
Interview
Neither old parties need to panic nor new ones gloat over, PM Karki cautions
Prime Minister Sushila Karki had taken up the responsibility of the head of the executive when the country was in difficult circumstances and has successfully fulfilled the task of conducting the House of Representatives election within the stipulated time.
Growing heart disease raises health concerns in Nepal, Dr. Bhattarai
In recent years, heart disease has been increasing in Nepal. Among non-communicable diseases, heart disease ranks first. The growing burden of non-communicable diseases worldwide has significantly affected Nepal as well. Many people i
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Society
Premier League Karate silver medalist Erica returns home
Nepali karate star Erika Gurung, who won a silver medal at the Karate One Premier League held in China, has returned home on Monday