- Wednesday, 8 April 2026
New academic session from Baisakh 15; Private schools charging high fees under surveillance
The federal government has issued a circular to the local governments to withdraw admission fees collected from students against the operation and standards of the new academic calendar that commences from upcoming Baisakh 15 in the Lunar Calendar.
Minister Gurung visits flood-prone Roshi area
On the occasion, Minister Gurung took stock of state of the flood hit area and infrastructure and settlement in high risk of flood, including preparation for disaster risk mitigation and coordination among the government agencies.
Bhandari takes oath as NA Vice Chair
Newly-elected Vice Chair of the National Assembly, Leela Bhandari, today took an oath of office and secrecy before the NA Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal in the presence of President Ramchandra Paudel.
Minister Pokharel pledges government support for Phapla cricket stadium
Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Sasmit Pokharel, who also holds the portfolio of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, has pledged government support for the construction of the Phapla Cricket Ground in Dhangadhi, Kailali.
Nation
New academic session from Baisakh 15; Private schools charging high fees under surveillance
The federal government has issued a circular to the local governments to withdraw admission fees collected from students against the operation and standards of the new academic calendar that commences from upcoming Baisakh 15 in the Lunar Calendar.
Minister Gurung visits flood-prone Roshi area
On the occasion, Minister Gurung took stock of state of the flood hit area and infrastructure and settlement in high risk of flood, including preparation for disaster risk mitigation and coordination among the government agencies.
Bhandari takes oath as NA Vice Chair
Newly-elected Vice Chair of the National Assembly, Leela Bhandari, today took an oath of office and secrecy before the NA Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal in the presence of President Ramchandra Paudel.
Cabinet decisions: Dr Bhatta appointed NPC Vice Chair, Pandit NRB Deputy Governor
Dr Gunakar Bhatta has been appointed as the Vice Chair of the National Planning Commission, according to a Cabinet decision made today.
World
India moves closer to nuclear fuel self-reliance
India has moved closer to producing its own nuclear fuel after a domestic-designed reactor began a controlled nuclear reaction, an important step before it can start generating power.
Business
Cabinet decisions: Dr Bhatta appointed NPC Vice Chair, Pandit NRB Deputy Governor
Dr Gunakar Bhatta has been appointed as the Vice Chair of the National Planning Commission, according to a Cabinet decision made today.
Rain, snowfall bring hope for better potato production among farmers
According to local farmer Mar Lama from Uttargaya Rural Municipality of northern Rasuwa, snowfall has occurred in the high-altitude areas. In the past four years, only highlands in the district witnessed the rains. But this time, it occurred around the villages as well, encouraging the farmers.
Govt cuts fuel tax by 50%
Similarly, the government decided to appoint Gunakhar Bhatta to the post of vice chairperson of the National Planning Commission (NPC) and Kiran Pandit to the post of deputy governor of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
Rain brings hope for better potato production among farmers
The recent rainfall has brought hope among the people in Rasuwa for better potato production this year.
Sports
Minister Pokharel pledges government support for Phapla cricket stadium
Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Sasmit Pokharel, who also holds the portfolio of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, has pledged government support for the construction of the Phapla Cricket Ground in Dhangadhi, Kailali.
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
Rain, snowfall bring hope for better potato production among farmers
According to local farmer Mar Lama from Uttargaya Rural Municipality of northern Rasuwa, snowfall has occurred in the high-altitude areas. In the past four years, only highlands in the district witnessed the rains. But this time, it occurred around the villages as well, encouraging the farmers.