- Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Heat wave condition likely in some places of Tarai
The Himalayan region of the country and the hilly region of the Koshi Province are partly cloudy, while the rest of parts of the country are mainly fair at present. Light rain is happening in one or two places of the Koshi Province.
Reconstruction of Bhainsepati Ministers’ Quarters begins
Reconstruction has commenced at the newly built ministerial residential quarters in Bhainsepati, Lalitpur, which were left uninhabitable after being torched during the Gen Z Movement protests on September 9, last year.
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Babai Irrigation Project cost nearly doubles
The long-awaited Babai Irrigation Project in Bardiya has seen its cost nearly double due to time overrun. Initially estimated at Rs. 16.43 billion, the project is now expected to cost around Rs. 33.19 billion.
Rato Machhindranath chariot procession begins
Rato Machhindranath chariot procession, regarded as the biggest cultural and religious event of Patan, begins today, drawing an immense crowd of devotees. The chariot built at Pulchowk will be take
Nation
122 patients receive cataract surgery service for free in Jumla
A large number of local people received eye care services in a two-day free eye camp organised in Jumla district.
Loss of limbs leads to loss of livelihood
Just a month ago, Umesh Khati, 27, of Benuwajha, Ward No. 5 of Kankai Municipality, left for employment in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, leaving behind his pregnant wife. He carried a dream to provide for his family
Goods worth Rs 694 billion imported in nine months via Birgunj customs point
The imports of the first nine months in the current fiscal year increased by 13 per cent compared to the same period of the last fiscal year, according to the Birgunj Customs Office. The total imports during the same period in the last fiscal year stood at Rs 613.61 billion.
Heat wave condition likely in some places of Tarai
The Himalayan region of the country and the hilly region of the Koshi Province are partly cloudy, while the rest of parts of the country are mainly fair at present. Light rain is happening in one or two places of the Koshi Province.
World
Movement on 2nd round of US-Iran ceasefire talks
There appeared to be movement toward another round of U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks Tuesday as two regional officials told The Associated Press that
Business
Banana farmers still not getting fair prices despite market hike
Banana prices in Kathmandu Valley have soared sharply in recent weeks, with retail costs reaching as high as Rs. 350–400 per dozen, raising concern among consumers and farmers alike.
Taxpayer services begin from Beni Municipality
Taxpayer services have been launched for the first time from Beni Municipality in Myagdi. The service was formally inaugurated on Tuesd
Babai Irrigation Project cost nearly doubles
The long-awaited Babai Irrigation Project in Bardiya has seen its cost nearly double due to time overrun. Initially estimated at Rs. 16.43 billion, the project is now expected to cost around Rs. 33.19 billion.
Acharya appointed Chair of committee to manage crisis-ridden cooperatives
Similarly, the Cabinet meeting decided to form a recommendation committee under vice-chair of NPC Dr. Gunakar Bhatta for appointment of the Chair of the Securities Board of Nepal.
Sports
Leicester fairytale turns sour as relegation to third tier looms
Ten years after authoring the ultimate sporting fairytale, former Premier League champions Leicester are on the brink of a humiliating relegation to the third tier.
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
Petition seeking suspension of RSP Chair Lamichhane from MP post dismissed
The Supreme Court has dismissed a writ petition filed at the Court seeking suspension of RSP President Rabi Lamichhane from the post of Member of Parliament.