- Sunday, 12 April 2026
Experts urge systematic probe into illicit wealth of high and mighty
Since the formation of the government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah on March 27, the issue dominating public discourse has been the proposed investigation into the assets of senior political leaders, former prime ministers and high-ranking bureaucrats, alongside the implementation of the recommendations arising from such inquiries. The agenda was prominently outlined in t
Blacksmithing on verge of collapse
As modernisation sweeps through rural communities, traditional skills and occupations are gradually on the verge of extinction. However, three artisans from Khanigaun-5 of Phalebas Municipality in Parbat remain committed to preserving the age-old blacksmithing trade (locally known as Aaran). Having learned the craft in childhood, they have made it the foundation of their livelihood, striving to preserve their identity amid ongoing challenges and responsibilities. Ram Bahadur B.K., 41, who began working in the trade at a young age, once left the profession after seeing little future in it and decided to go abroad. He spent seven years in Saudi Arabia and two years in Dubai in search of employment before eventually returning home.
Light rainfall predicted in some places
With the partial impact of local wind across the country, it will be partly cloudy in some places.
International Day of Human Space Flight today
The International Day of Human Space Flight is being observed today, commemorating the first human journey into space. April 12 has been observed each year as the International Day of Human Space Flight since 2011.
Nation
Emphasis laid on herbs export for economic prosperity
Nepal is rich in herbs and biodiversity, but substantial efforts are much awaited to utilize indigenous herbs linking it to economic potential.
NA Chair Dahal calls on President Paudel
Chairman of the National Assembly, Narayan Prasad Dahal, paid a courtesy call on President Ramchandra Paudel at latter's office today.
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Preparation for economic survey over
Preparation for a nationwide economic survey has been over. The National Statistics Office informed that enumerators and supervisors reached respective areas for the count.
Karnali festival: Kuda Karnali kicks off in Surkhet
The seventh edition of 'Karnali festival: Kuda Karnali' kicked off in provincial capital, Surkhet on Saturday.
World
US and Iran envoys meet Pakistani PM as negotiations get under way
Senior Iranian and American delegations met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Saturday to begin negotiations towards a deal to end the Middle East war unleashed six weeks earlier by US-Israeli strikes on Tehran.
Business
Banke farmers taking to maize cultivation
Farmers in Banke district have recently been shifting their focus toward maize cultivation, driven by higher income potential and reliable market access. According to the Agriculture Knowledge Centre in Banke, maize cultivation has become increasingly popular as it allows farmers to grow up to three crops a year while ensuring good returns. Dr. Binod Ghimire, Head of the Agricultural Knowledge Centre, Banke, said that farmers are becoming more attracted to maize farming as the marketing of maize has been ensured. Currently, maize is cultivated on 4,228 hectares of land in the district, yielding around 19,599 metric tonnes annually.
Private sector is a partner in national development: President
: President Ramchandra Paudel said that the development and expansion of trade, business, industries, and economic activities are the fundamental bases of economic prosperity. He also called on everyone to work together toward achieving economic prosperity desired by the people in order to further strengthen the Federal Democratic Republic. Addressing the 75th Annual General Meeting and Diamond Jubilee celebration of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) on Friday, President Paudel expressed the view that the government should move forward in partnership with the private sector in the campaign for development.
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Nepse Index down by 13.46 point to 2837.77
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) fell down by 13.46 point to 2837.77 today. 56 companies advance up and 209 declined.
Price of gold rises
The price of gold has increased in the domestic market today. However, the price of silver has declined.
Sports
Karateka Gurung books second Premier League final
Nepali karate star Arika Gurung has advanced to the finals of the Karate One Premier League in Leshan, China. Gurung defeated Italy’s Clio Ferracuti 8–3 in the semi-final of the women’s +68kg Kumite category. Clio is ranked 15 with 1920 points in the league. This is her second appearance in a Premier League final. She previously won silver in the opening leg of the season in Istanbul in January. She will now face Kazakhstan’s Sofy Berultseva for the gold medal. Berultseva overcame Ukraine’s Dariia Bulay in Sen after a 5–5 draw in the other semi-final.
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
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Society
Guintha still a vital fuel source in Rautahat villages
Irrespective of the government's policy to increase the domestic consumption of electricity, a clean energy available in the country, in the wake of fuel crisis, rural households in Rautahat district are resorting to traditional sources of energy for cooking. Guintha, cow dung cake, has re-emerged as a practical and reliable household fuel.