- Sunday, 29 March 2026
Vehicular movement on BP Highway stopped
Traffic on the BP Highway has come to a halt after the flood in the Roshi River washed away the temporary road on the Highway on Friday evening.
Fuel price surge triggers economic woes in Nepal amid global energy crisis
Supply-side constraints on petroleum products caused by ongoing geopolitical tension involving Iran, Israel and the United States have created an energy crisis and pushed up prices, with their consequences being felt across global markets.
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
Rafting begins in Kaligandaki river
Rafting has been started on the Kaligandaki river from Farse in Jaljala Rural Municipality of Parbat to Nayapul in Kushma Municipality, with the aim of extending the stay of tourists visiting the tourism capital, Pokhara.
Nation
Six persons die in separate incidents
Ram Jeevan Sah, 19, of Sonama rural municipality-5 in Mahottari died when two motorcycles collided with each other at Sonama rural municipality-4. Similarly, 55-year-old Tulasi Thapa of Chandrakot rural municipality-4 was killed when a jeep heading towards Shantipur from Chandrakot hit her as
Karnali province government allocates funds for innovation schemes in seven local levels
The Karnali Province government has decided to allocate a budget of Rs 34 million for the implementation programme of the Innovation Partnership Fund for seven municipalities in different districts of the province.
Israel’s Foreign Minister congratulates Nepali counterpart
Gideon Sa’ar, Foreign Minister of Israel, has congratulated his Nepali counterpart Shisir Khanal on his appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Pedestrian dies in road accident
A pedestrian has died after being hit by a jeep in Chandrakot Rural Municipality. The deceased has been identified as Tulsi Thapa, 55, a resident of the Municipality, according Information Officer of the District Police Office and Deputy Superintendent of Police, Ganga Bahadur Saru.
World
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
Business
Gold, silver prices rise today
According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association, the price of yellow metal has risen by Rs 5,000 per tola (11.66 grammes) and reached Rs 286,000. It was Rs 281,000 per tola on Friday.
Public debt rises by Rs. 204 billion in eight months, reaches Rs. 2,878 billion
Nepal's total outstanding public debt reached Rs. 2,878.29 billion as of mid-March 2026, reflecting a significant increase from the previous fiscal year.
Scarlet rhododendron blossoms cover Ghodepani
With the onset of spring, Ghodepani, an attractive tourist destination in Annapurna Rural Municipality-6 of Myagdi, gleams with blooming rhododendrons. As hundreds of domestic and international tourist
Obstacle in Damauli–Bharatpur transmission line removed
The long-standing procedural obstacles in the construction of the Damauli–Bharatpur 220 kV transmission line under the Tanahun Hydropower Project have finally been resolved.
Sports
Jyoti Sports Academy win Nepalgunj Mayor’s Cup
Jyoti Sports Academy have won the Mayor’s Cup (Men’s) T20 cricket tournament held in Nepalgunj. In a thrilling and closely contested final, the academy defeated Nepalgunj Champs by three runs in the last over to claim the title. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Jyoti Sports Academy
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
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.