- Sunday, 3 May 2026
Free press for good governance, transparency: Minister Dr Timilsina
Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Dr Bikram Timilsina, is of the view that strengthening good governance, transparency and public trust is not possible in the absence of a free press.
Political appointees to be relieved of their posts as Ordinance is issued
President Ramchandra Poudel has, on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers, issued the 'Ordinance on Special Provisions related to the termination of Public Office-bearers, 2083' on Friday.
FNJ marks World Press Freedom Day, argues free press a fundamental human rights
The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) organised a rally, marking the World Press Freedom Day today.
Iran tolls may spark sanctions
The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face sanctions for making payments to Iran to safely pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The alert posted Fr
Nation
Free press for good governance, transparency: Minister Dr Timilsina
Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Dr Bikram Timilsina, is of the view that strengthening good governance, transparency and public trust is not possible in the absence of a free press.
Land screening begins for squatters
The Ministry of Land Management, Cooperatives and Poverty Alleviation has started land screening for the squatters. The process is assisted by the Soil-Archiving Management System (SAMS).
FNJ marks World Press Freedom Day, argues free press a fundamental human rights
The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) organised a rally, marking the World Press Freedom Day today.
Landslide blocks major highways and road sections
Various major highways and road sections across the country have been blocked for traffic due to landslides triggered by pre-monsoon rains for the past few days.
World
Iran tolls may spark sanctions
The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face sanctions for making payments to Iran to safely pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The alert posted Fr
Business
Fuel price hikes drive up cost of essentials
Household budgets across Nepal are coming under increasing pressure as the prices of essential commodities, particularly rice and cooking oil, have risen sharply over the past few weeks.
Markets in Birgunj bustling after tightening of the border
Overall trade and transaction has decreased in Birgunj along with the government tightening customs.
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Nearly one million collected in revenue from traffic rule violators
Traffic police has collected nearly one million rupees in fine from traffic rule violators in the last 24 hours.
34 stalled projects resume in Bagmati
The construction work on 34 long-stalled infrastructure projects under the Ministry of Physical Infrastructure Development of Bagmati Province has resumed. According to the ministry, out of 43 p
Sports
Shivajan Wins Municipal-Level Running Shield Title
Shivajan Secondary School has secured first place in the 8th President Running Shield Competition held at the municipal level in Sharada Municipality, following intense competition.
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
Free press for good governance, transparency: Minister Dr Timilsina
Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Dr Bikram Timilsina, is of the view that strengthening good governance, transparency and public trust is not possible in the absence of a free press.