• Monday, 30 March 2026

Minister Gurung urges disaster preparedness

Omission of Health Insurance Programme in govt's 100-point reform plan raises concern

The 100-point agenda for governance reform made public by the government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah has left out the health insurance programme, which is considered to be the backbone of the health sector.

Heavy snowfall occurs in eastern mountain region

Heavy snowfall has occurred in the mountainous region of Taplejung due to unseasonal rainfall that began after mid-March. It has been raining continuously for the past week, leading to snowfall in high-altitude areas.

Farmer Field School promotes farming

Pasang Gurung, a farmer from Namasung in Lomanthang Rural Municipality-2 of Upper Mustang, has been increasingly attracted to commercial and modern agriculture.

Seto Machhindranath Jatra concludes

Seto Machhindranath Jatra has concluded, with the circumambulation of the sacred tree considered the mother of Machhindranath in Lagan on Sunday evening.

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Eight bridges along Tamor Corridor still incomplete

Of the 110-kilometre road section under the Tamor Corridor Road project, stretching from Mulghat in Dhankuta to Ganeshchowk in Panchthar, 73 kilometres have already been blackto

BP Highway reopens after 36 hours of disruption

The BP Highway, which had been blocked since Friday evening due to flooding in the Roshi River following rainfall, has now reopened. The highway, which was completely shut du

Storm, hail damage houses in Jhapa

More than a dozen houses have been damaged after strong winds and hailstorms struck Jhapa district on Friday night. Roofs were blown off several homes, while electricity poles collapsed in multiple locations.

Omission of Health Insurance Programme in govt's 100-point reform plan raises concern

The 100-point agenda for governance reform made public by the government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah has left out the health insurance programme, which is considered to be the backbone of the health sector.

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Japan boosts coal amid Mideast energy turmoil

Japan's government plans to temporarily lift restrictions on coal-fired power plants as it seeks to ease an energy crunch caused by the Middle East war, officials said on Friday. Officials presente

Houthi rebels claim Israel attack

UN demands 'justice' after Iran school strike

War in the Middle East: latest developments

Business

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Govt to amend Procurement Act in 30 days

The newly formed government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah has decided to amend the Public Procurement Act within next 30 days to improve the physical infrastructure construction sector.

Farmer Field School promotes farming

Pasang Gurung, a farmer from Namasung in Lomanthang Rural Municipality-2 of Upper Mustang, has been increasingly attracted to commercial and modern agriculture.

Oil spill hits Gulf fishermen’s economy

Every year, fish markets in the seaside Mexican city of Veracruz flood with a crush of customers in the lead up to Holy Week. This year, they were virtually empty. That's because a huge oil s

IPPAN welcomes govt action plan on energy sector

The Independent Power Producers' Association (IPPAN) has welcomed the government's action plan relating to energy development.

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Army stay unbeaten, Gandaki stun APF

Tribhuwan Army Club maintained their unbeaten run with a three‑wicket victory over Bagmati Province, while Gandaki Province registered a 43‑run win over APF Club in the Men’s Prime Minister Cup on Sunday.

Patel fires Madhesh top

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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

Science & Tech

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Mysteries Of March Cosmos

What is driving China's rapid rise in robots?

Health

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UML Chair Oli under medical observation

Health Minister Mehata assumes office

Lumbini Provincial Hospital excels in terms of MSS

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Jumla-Rara Ultra Marathon in May

Organized by the Karnali Sports Club Jumla, the marathon will start from Khalanga Bazaar, the district headquarters of Jumla, according to the club's president Saroj Shahi. The competition is being organized with the aim of promoting the natural beauty and adventure sports tourism of the Karnali region.

Home Minister directs for effective enforcement of law

UML condemns saying Oli's arrested political vendetta

Rainfall disrupts BP Highway, one killed in flood