- Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Govt pulls plug on betting platforms; 200 apps shut
In a strong and decisive regulatory move, the government has ordered complete shutdown of all betting apps and related websites operating in the country. The action, to be imp
CIT Minister Dr Timilsina demands immediate reform plans
Receiving the briefings during the on-site inspection of the Department of Postal Services, the Department of Information Technology and the Advertisement Board on Monday, Minister Dr Timilsina called upon the authorities of those agencies to submit, within one week, the list of works that requires immediate improvement as well as work plans that are important for long terms that deliver tangible results for citizens.
Bridge constructed five months before deadline
A suspension bridge connecting Chhaldibar to Palukha villages of Isma Rural Municipality-2 in Gulmi district was completed five months before the given deadline.
Generally cloudy weather likely today
The weather is generally cloudy in the hilly and mountainous parts in Lubmini and Sudurpaschim provinces of the country at present. The weather in the rest of the parts of the country is generally fair, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. Currently, light rain is occurring in one or two hilly places in Gandaki Province.
Nation
Gen-Z Martyr's family member given job
The family of Dipak Singh Saud, who got martyrdom in the Gen-Z Movement, from Shivanath Rural Municipality in Baitadi district was given a job opportunity by the government institution. Martyr Dipak's sister-in-law Sarswati Saud was recruited in Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA).
Bridge constructed five months before deadline
A suspension bridge connecting Chhaldibar to Palukha villages of Isma Rural Municipality-2 in Gulmi district was completed five months before the given deadline.
Former CDO of Kathmandu Chhabi Rijal detained
The former Chief District Officer of Kathmandu, Chhabi Rijal, was arrested by a team of police personnel from the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office this morning from his residence in Koteshwor, Kathmandu.
Generally cloudy weather likely today
The weather is generally cloudy in the hilly and mountainous parts in Lubmini and Sudurpaschim provinces of the country at present. The weather in the rest of the parts of the country is generally fair, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology. Currently, light rain is occurring in one or two hilly places in Gandaki Province.
World
Brazilian inmates reduce sentences through reading
When 33-year-old Brazilian woman Emily de Souza heard about a program allowing her to shave off four days from her prison sentence by reading a book, she seized the opportunity to reconnect with a cherished habit.
Business
Farmers enthusiastic about cardamom cultivation
It is now almost the end of the cardamom selling season. Although the season that began in Bhadra–Ashoj (August–September) is ending, cardamom is still being sold from villages across Ilam.
Govt shall work with private sector to boost national economy: Minister Wagle
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has said that the private sector will no longer need to pay bribes, wait in long lines, or face unnecessary detention.
FM Dr Wagle pledges to end administrative, legal hindrances
During the meeting with representatives of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry today, Minister Dr Wagle argued that a policy has been adopted to take the private sector ahead as government's partner.
Drones to be used for seed spreading in Rasuwa forest
The Chief of Division Forest Office in Rasuwa, Shambhu Tamang, shared that the Office is preparing to use drones to spread seeds of plants, citing difficult geographical terrain.
Sports
Nepal aim to end Asian Cup qualifier with win
Nepal will look to end their AFC Asian Cup qualifying campaign on a high with a consolation victory when they face Laos in their final Group F match in Vientiane on 31 March. At the pre‑match press conference, national
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
Harka Sampang files complaints with cyber bureau over death threats
Chairperson of the Shram Sanskriti Party, Harka Sampang, said that he has lodged a complaint at the Cyber Bureau of the Nepal Police against an individual for allegedly issuing death threats via social media.