- Thursday, 11 December 2025
Minister Pun swamped with over 8,000 suggestions
Mahabir Pun, Minister of Education, Science, and Technology, has received more than 8,000 suggestions on education reform over the past two months, as he called for suggestion instead of receiving congratulatory phone calls and messages.
47 Nepalis rescued from Myanmar, repatriated to Kathmandu
A total of 47 Nepali citizens who had been lured to Myanmar through false employment promises and forced to work in illegal online scamming centres have been rescued and repatriated to Nepal.
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Banke farmers strive to save Kalanamak rice
Kalonamak rice, an indigenous variety of rice, was on the verge of extinction due to low returns on investment, prompting farmers to abandon its cultivation.
Ambassador of Qatar pays courtesy call on VP Yadav
They discussed the various issues including mutual relations between Nepal and Qatar, collaboration in multilateral and regional forums, labour and trade, according to the Office of the Vice-President.
Nation
Minister Pun swamped with over 8,000 suggestions
Mahabir Pun, Minister of Education, Science, and Technology, has received more than 8,000 suggestions on education reform over the past two months, as he called for suggestion instead of receiving congratulatory phone calls and messages.
47 Nepalis rescued from Myanmar, repatriated to Kathmandu
A total of 47 Nepali citizens who had been lured to Myanmar through false employment promises and forced to work in illegal online scamming centres have been rescued and repatriated to Nepal.
Govt, Gen-Z sign 10-point accord
The government and the family members of the martyrs and those injured in the Gen-Z Movement signed a 10-point accord, recognising the Gen-Zers’ protest of September 8 and 9 as the Gen-Z People’s Movement.
Government, Gen Z representatives ink 10-point agreement
Prime Minister Sushila Karki and Bhoj Bikram Thapa, on behalf of those who attained martyrdom and were injured during the Gen Z movement, signed the pact.
World
US revokes 85,000 visas since January as Trump administration tightens immigration rules
In a post on X, the State Department wrote, "85,000 visa revocations since January. President Trump and Secretary Rubio adhere to one simple mandate, and they won't stop anytime soon." The message underscored the administration's continued commitment to strict immigration oversight.
Business
NEA recovers over Rs. 2.5M tariff dues
Under the Outstanding Dues Recovery Campaign launched by the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) Nepalgunj Distribution Centre, more than Rs 2.5 million in outstanding electricity bills was collected in a single day in Banke.
Banke farmers strive to save Kalanamak rice
Kalonamak rice, an indigenous variety of rice, was on the verge of extinction due to low returns on investment, prompting farmers to abandon its cultivation.
Baskuna village of Beni glows in shades of orange
Baskuna village of Beni Municipality–4 is recently glowing in shades of gold this season as its orange orchards have ripened beautifully. Orange trees have transformed the entire vill
Production of indigenous crops rises in Humla
The production of indigenous crops has increased in the Himalayan district of Humla. Farmers have become more attracted to
Sports
NPL: Lumbini beat Kathmandu by 4 wickets
Lumbini Lions beat Kathmandu Gorkhas by 4 wickets in Nepal Premier League (NPL) match eleminator round played in Kirtipur today.
Interview
Hold no qualms about March 5 elections
The Election Commission (EC) is working diligently to ensure a free, fair, and credible election to the House of Representatives on March 5, 2026. From assessing security arrangements and enrolling new voters to coordinating with political parties and stakeholders, the EC is focused on building public trust and ensuring smooth election management.
I am fully confident March 5 elections will take place
Preparations are now underway for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, 2026. When the main responsibility of the interim government is to hold the elections,
Society
UNICEF, WHO applaud launch of National Mental Health Campaign
UNICEF and WHO, long-standing partners in advancing child and adolescent mental health, applaud the Government’s progress in implementing the National Mental Health Strategy and Action Plan 2020–2025. Both agencies reaffirm their commitment to continue working with the government in ensuring mental health as a fundamental right for all. Through the Helping Adolescents Thrive (HAT) Initiative—reaching more than 100,000 children with socio-emotional learning—both agencies have contributed to advancing mental health services nationwid