- Friday, 24 April 2026
Shisuwa-Khudikhola model road completed in Pokhara
A model road has been constructed from Shisuwa-30 to Khudikhola-32 in Pokhara Metropolitan City, Kaski. The 4.14-kilometre road was built at a cost of Rs. 341.12 million by Ashish Nirman Sewa.
Titi Lake emerges as tempting tourist spot
Titi Lake in Thasang Rural Municipality–5 of Mustang has been drawing increasing numbers of visitors, thanks to its natural beauty and improving infrastructure. During a recent visit, Divakumari Pun Tilija, Vice-Chairperson of Annapurna Rural Municipality in neighbouring Myagdi district, said she was delighted to see ducks swimming in the lake and nesting on small mounds in its centre. Surrounded by forests of pine and juniper, the lake’s serene environment has been attracting tourists on a daily basis. Visitors return satisfied after enjoying views of the Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountain ranges, along with the area’s unique landscape.
World marks Int'l Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace today
The International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is being marked all over the world today. The International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy
Fuel import bill jumps to Rs. 212B
Nepal has witnessed a sharp rise in fuel import expenditure over the past month, driven by escalating international petroleum prices linked to tensions in the Middle East. According to the latest data released by the Department of Customs, the country imported petroleum products—including liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)—worth over Rs. 34.86 billion between mid-March and mid-April 2026. Cumulatively, petroleum imports have reached nearly Rs. 212 billion so far in the current fiscal year, up from Rs. 177 billion recorded by mid-March.
Nation
World marks Int'l Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace today
The International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace is being marked all over the world today. The International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy
7th Nat'l Conference on climate concluded with emphasis on implementation of policies
The experts and scholars have called for effective coordination among federal, provincial and local governments to implement climate adaptation programmes at the community level, and to reduce climate change risks.
Road to Tarakhola completed in Myagdi
The road, which was opened some 16 years ago, had remained in a dilapidated state due to a lack of maintenance. The 3-kms long road from Pakhare in Mangala Rural Municipality-3 to Aldanda was upgraded by gravelling and concrete casting.
20th Loktantra Day today
The 20th Loktantra Diwas is being marked across the country today by organizing several programmes, including offering tributes to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives in democratic struggles.
World
Trump orders Iran mine-layers sunk, as Iran tolls tankers
President Donald Trump ordered the US Navy on Thursday to destroy any Iranian boat caught laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, putting more pressure on a fraying ceasefire as disruption from the Gulf stand-off battered the world economy.
Business
Fuel import bill jumps to Rs. 212B
Nepal has witnessed a sharp rise in fuel import expenditure over the past month, driven by escalating international petroleum prices linked to tensions in the Middle East. According to the latest data released by the Department of Customs, the country imported petroleum products—including liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)—worth over Rs. 34.86 billion between mid-March and mid-April 2026. Cumulatively, petroleum imports have reached nearly Rs. 212 billion so far in the current fiscal year, up from Rs. 177 billion recorded by mid-March.
Energy export strategy ready
With the aim of making the energy sector the main pillar of economic transformation, the “Energy Consumption Growth and Export Strategy, 2083” has been submitted to the Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Biraj Bhakta Shrestha. The strategy was prepared by a committee coordinated by Joint Secretary at the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Sandip Kumar Dev and was submitted on Thursday, according to minister's secretariat. The minister had formed a high-level study committee to address energy consump
Pokhara tourism soars with record visitors
The New Year has brought renewed enthusiasm for tourism entrepreneurs in Pokhara, as the city witnessed a significant influx of visitors during the holiday period. According to data released by the Hotel Association, hotel occupancy rates reached an impressive 90 per cent during the New Year celebrations. The high turnout of domestic and international tourists has been a welcome boost for the local tourism industry, which has been striving to recover and grow. President of Hotel Association, Pokhara Laxman Subedi, said that although it is usually a tourist season, this time it was historic.
Traffic Police Office rebuilt at New Bus Park
On Thursday, the Inspector General of Police, Dan Bahadur Karki, officially inaugurated the reconstructed office building of the Traffic Police Circle at New Bus Park during a ceremony held in Kathmandu. During this programme, he also inspected the newly completed facility and presented letters of appreciation and commendation to various individuals and organisations that contributed to the construction of the building.
Sports
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Help Nepal launch title defence with win
Defending champions Help Nepal Sports Club and Tribhuvan Army Club got off to a flying start in the men’s draw of the 10th PM Cup NVA Women’s and Men’s Volleyball League 2083. Nepal Police Club and APF Club also opened with victories in the women’s competition. The league served off on Thursday at the Dasarath Rangasala Covered Hall in Tripureshwor. Defending champions Help Nepal swept Budhanilkantha Volleyball Club in straight sets, cruising to 25–13, 25–17, 25–18.
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
Agro goods collection centre brought into operation five yrs of its completion
Five years after its development, an agricultural goods collection centre was brought into operation at Belchautara of Shuklagandaki Municipality-5 in Tanahun district.