- Saturday, 9 May 2026
Country likely to see weaker monsoon, hotter temperatures this season
Nepal is likely to witness a weaker-than-normal monsoon this year, with below-average rainfall and hotter temperatures across most parts of the country during the monsoon season 2026, which lasts from June 1 to September 30.
Government urged to create 'digital profiles' of Nepali workers abroad
The Inter-Ministerial High Level Task Force has suggested the government to immediately create 'digital profiles' and geolocation mapping data of Nepali workers residing in conflict-affected or high-risk areas. "Analyse risk levels and r
Art, literature bond society: President Paudel
President Ramchandra Paudel has said that artistes, creativity and culture are among the nation’s greatest treasures. Addressing the Natikaji National Music Hono
Child deaths rise in Bangladesh measles outbreak
Bangladesh's deadliest measles outbreak in decades is stretching its health system, with children filling hospital wards and doctors struggling to contain a surge in infections that have killed more than 300 youngsters. The South Asian
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Country likely to see weaker monsoon, hotter temperatures this season
Nepal is likely to witness a weaker-than-normal monsoon this year, with below-average rainfall and hotter temperatures across most parts of the country during the monsoon season 2026, which lasts from June 1 to September 30.
Government urged to create 'digital profiles' of Nepali workers abroad
The Inter-Ministerial High Level Task Force has suggested the government to immediately create 'digital profiles' and geolocation mapping data of Nepali workers residing in conflict-affected or high-risk areas. "Analyse risk levels and r
Agriculture Minister for ensuring food quality
She urged the Department to streamline its services, enhance transparency and improve overall effectiveness. During her visit to the Department on Friday, Minister Chaudhary urged it to work effectively in safeguarding public health. Citizen's health and hygiene count much, so quality standard is essential, according to her.
Consultation with experts to resolve land issues: Minister Rawal
At a parliamentary committee meeting held on Friday, Minister Rawal said the land related problems had been pending for long because of undue political interferences in the Land Dispute Resolution Commission. Actually, the Commission should have experts, she said, pledging a formation of an experts' committee to wipe out problems. The Minister was speaking at the meeting of Agriculture, Cooperatives and Natural Resources under the House of Representatives.
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Child deaths rise in Bangladesh measles outbreak
Bangladesh's deadliest measles outbreak in decades is stretching its health system, with children filling hospital wards and doctors struggling to contain a surge in infections that have killed more than 300 youngsters. The South Asian
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Soil testing conducted for 132 farmers in Salyan, most soil found acidic
A soil testing camp has been conducted in Salyan with the objective of conserving soil fertility and promoting commercial agriculture. The programme was organised by the Na
Gold, silver prices go up
The prices of gold and silver have increased in the domestic market today.
G2G process begins to import fertilisers
The government has initiated the procurement process of importing 50,000 tonnes of chemical fertilisers from India through the government-to-government (G2G) system in an effort to prevent a possible fertiliser shortage in the country.
Crusher plants operating without registration
Several crusher plants have been found operating without registration or permits along the banks of the Chepe River in Rainas Municipality-6, Lamjung. A monitoring team discovered that three c
Sports
Villa set up title showdown with Freiburg in Europa League
John McGinn scored twice as Aston Villa routed Nottingham Forest 4-0 in the Europa League on Thursday to reach its first major European final in 44 years. McGinn's second-half goals were almost identical left-
Interview
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
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.
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Kanchanpur-based institutional schools directed not to overcharge students
Unit Chief Laxman Giri said that complaints have been received that some institutional schools have overcharged students, collected annual fees under various headings, and charged exam fees for the new admission. They are alleged of not providing official payment slips as well.