- Wednesday, 27 May 2026
'Govt to move ahead with private sector friendly policy, operate business with confidence'
Prime Minister Balendra Shah's political adviser and coordinator of the taskforce formed to prepare constitution amendment discussion paper, Asim Shah, has urged the business fraternity to operate their enterprises with full confidence, assuring them that the government is moving ahead with private sector friendly policy.
Govt focused on bringing real, tangible progress in people's lives: PM Shah
"To be new does not mean to detach totally from the past. While ensuring Nepal's policy orientation clear, stable and predictable, we are fully committed to maintaining political stability and preservation of democratic norms and values," PM's secretariat quoted the PM as saying in the meeting with the EU Ambassadors.
‘MOFA Mitra’ mobile app launched for online consular service
Launching the mobile app developed by the Department of Consular Services here today, he expressed confidence that the app would be effective in making public services more convenient and citizen-friendly.
Expedite arrears recovery and audit soon, Communication Minister tells Govt media
During a discussion held with the heads of the agencies at the ministry today, Communications Minister Dr Timilsina directed them to prioritize the pending work of audit and arrears management.
Nation
Monsoon Disaster preparedness: 26,000 security personnel, including 134 deep divers on standby for search and rescue
The government has put 26,219 security personnel including 134 deep divers, on standby for search and rescue following the disasters that may occur during the nearcoming monsoon season that is about to enter Nepal.
'Govt to move ahead with private sector friendly policy, operate business with confidence'
Prime Minister Balendra Shah's political adviser and coordinator of the taskforce formed to prepare constitution amendment discussion paper, Asim Shah, has urged the business fraternity to operate their enterprises with full confidence, assuring them that the government is moving ahead with private sector friendly policy.
Election related two bills passed
In the HoR meeting held on Tuesday, Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Sobita Gautam, on the behalf of Prime Minister, Home Minister and Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Balendra Shah, presented the proposal seeking endorsement of the bills.
Death in police custody: Action recommended against 10 police personnel
Action has been recommended against 10 security personnel, including a Superintendent of Police, over the incident of the death of a detainee under police custody of Area Police Office, Khurkot, in Sindhuli.
-original-thumb.jpg)
World
Why Trump's Abraham Accords push is a non-starter
US President Donald Trump demanded several Muslim countries join the Abraham Accords recognising Israel as part of a deal with Iran, but the plan appears doomed to failure, experts said.
Business
Madhes industrial capacity utilisation rises to 37%, credit flow expands
Industrial capacity utilisation in Madhes Province has shown a gradual improvement during the first half of the current fiscal year, alongside moderate growth in credit, according to a provincial economic report.
Minister Shrestha stresses priority to reservoir-based hydropower projects
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has said that reservoir-based hydropower projects should now be advanced as a national priority to ensure Nepal’s long-term energy s
Marsi rice planted at world’s highest altitude
Marsi rice has been planted at Chhumchaur Jyulo, called as the world’s highest altitude paddy field. Patarasi Rural Municipality and the Agriculture Office have started the plantation again this year.
Reservoir-type hydroelectric projects in government's high priority: Energy Minister
After the observation of the Kulekhani Hydroelectricity Project on Sunday, the Energy Minister stated that reservoir-based projects should now be promoted as a national priority for Nepal's long-term energy security, industrial development, and overall economic transformation.
Sports
Canada look for breakthrough on home soil in Group B
The pressure is on co-host Canada to advance past the group stage for the first time at the World Cup. Canada is in Group B along with Switzerland, Qatar and Bosnia and Herzegovina, which eliminated Italy in the
Interview
Kalinga LitFest provides int'l forum for Nepali authors: Niraula
Kathmandu is hosting the fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival 2026, scheduled for June 6 and 7, at Hotel Himalya in Lalitpur. Talking to The Rising Nepal, Festival director Ranjana Niraula said th
Comedy must evolve beyond body-shaming humour: Prabhat Lama
Prabhat Lama, a renowned stand-up comedian who is a permanent resident of Mahottari district, spent more than 10 years in radio programmes, struggling to be an artist. After arriving in Kathmandu, he joined Radio-Audio, the first comedy-the
Society
Fifth National Social Entrepreneurship Summit concludes
The declaration, adopted at the end of the two-day summit held in Kathmandu under the theme “Defining and Bridging Policy Gaps with Ground Reality,” noted that Nepal’s social entrepreneurship sector continues to grow despite lacking a dedicated regulatory framework, targeted financing mechanisms, and institutional recognition. The participants stressed that social enterprises have demonstrated their ability to create employment, empower women and youth, and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), but continue to face structural and financial barriers.