- Saturday, 25 April 2026
Government launches drive to clear riverbank settlements
The government on Saturday launched a campaign to demolish structures built along riverbanks, in vulnerable areas, and on public and government land in the Kathmandu Valley.
Heavy rain recorded in some districts today
Different districts across the country experienced heavy rain on Saturday.
Squatters' settlement in Gairigaun vacated
The squatters' settlement in Gairigaun in Kathmandu Metropolis–9 was vacated on Saturday. Houses and makeshift structures in the area were removed from the government level. It is said that such structures were constructed by encroaching upon public land.
Man arrested on charge of sexual abuse of minor girl
According to police, the abuse reportedly began on March 2 after the accused lured the 11-year-old victim, and continued multiple times afterward. A complaint was filed on March 9.
Nation
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Disaster-induced incidents claim 23 lives in 12 days
Twenty-three people lost their lives due to the disaster-induced incidents in the first 12 days of the Nepali month of Baishakh, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) said.
Heavy rain recorded in some districts today
Different districts across the country experienced heavy rain on Saturday.
Vehicular movement halted on BP Highway after rain
Vehicular movement along the BP Highway has been closed since this afternoon over the security concern in the aftermath of rain. The District Police Office, Dhulikhel, decided to shut the highway section from Katunje of Namobuddha to Mangaltar of Roshi starting at 3:30 pm.
ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2: Nepal defeats UAE
Nepal won the game against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by two wickets in the match held under the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2.
World
Iran plans to hold Caspian Summit in August despite conflict
Iran plans to hold the 7th Caspian Summit despite the ongoing war, Iran's Ambassador to Russia Kazem Jalali told RIA Novosti on Friday.
Business
Fertiliser sacks pile up at Tatopani
At a time when farmers are facing a shortage of fertilisers for use in their fields, around 30,000 sacks of chemical fertiliser have been lying unused for years at the Tatopani Dry Port and Customs Office.
Private sector protests Golchha's arrest
The private sector has expressed serious concern over the ongoing arrests and detentions of entrepreneurs and business leaders. Issuing a joint statement on Friday, the u
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Private sector urges government to create investment-friendly environment
The private sector has urged the government to create investment-friendly environment.
NRB to absorb Rs 120 billion
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has to absorb Rs 120 billion through deposit collection today.
Sports
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Chandragadhi Women's Gold Cup: TAC, APF enter final
The Armed Police Force (APF) Club entered the final of the first Om Sai Pathibhara Chandragadhi Women's Gold Cup underway at the Mechi Stadium in Jhapa.
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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
Society
ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2: Nepal defeats UAE
Nepal won the game against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by two wickets in the match held under the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2.