- Thursday, 23 April 2026
Gokyo Declaration 2026 calls for urgent action in Himalayan region
A climate conference held in Gokyo, a high-altitude settlement in Solukhumbu, on the occasion of ‘Earth Day 2026’ has issued a call for urgent action to address the growing impacts of climate change in Nepal’s Himalayan region.
Home Ministry to be held by Prime Minister Shah
President Ramchandra Paudel has designated Prime Minister Balendra Shah to also assume the Home Ministry portfolio.
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Minister Wagle vows no use of Nepali territory against neighbours
Addressing a programme 'Voice of Spring- Travelling across Inner Mongolia with Songs' organized by Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu on Wednesday, Finance Minister Dr Wagle expressed gratitude to the Chinese government for its assistance to Nepal's socio-economic developments.
Federal Parliament session called for April 30
President Ramchandra Paudel has, on the recommendation of the Government and in accordance with Article 93 (1) of the Constitution, summoned a session of the Federal Parliament for 2:00 pm on Thursday, April 30.
Nation
Loudspeakers cause noise pollution
The loudspeakers that are played during the religious and wedding functions have caused noise pollution at Rajbiraj Municipality in Saptari district. Locals say that the health of the general public is beginning to suffer due to rising noise levels.
Gokyo Declaration 2026 calls for urgent action in Himalayan region
A climate conference held in Gokyo, a high-altitude settlement in Solukhumbu, on the occasion of ‘Earth Day 2026’ has issued a call for urgent action to address the growing impacts of climate change in Nepal’s Himalayan region.
Communists mark founding day amidst despair
Nepali communist parties, split into numerous factions, marked the 77th founding day of the Nepal Communist Party (NCP) in different parts of the country on Wednesday.
Youth engagement in party imperative: NC President Thapa
During a provincial review of recent House of Representatives election in Biratnagar city on Wednesday, President Thapa said youths require a deeper understanding of NC, its history, achievements and contribution to development. Time has come to mull why and how party lost one million votes in the last election, according to him.
World
Iran says diplomacy depends on national interests, no decision on talks
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Wednesday that diplomacy remains a tool to safeguard national interests and will only be pursued when conditions align with Iran's interests.
Business
Minister Wagle vows no use of Nepali territory against neighbours
Addressing a programme 'Voice of Spring- Travelling across Inner Mongolia with Songs' organized by Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu on Wednesday, Finance Minister Dr Wagle expressed gratitude to the Chinese government for its assistance to Nepal's socio-economic developments.
NRB absorbs Rs 40 billion
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has absorbed Rs 40 billion from the financial market today. The central bank sucked up the excess liquidity for the period of six months bidding through deposit collection auction.
Inland Revenue Office, Janakpur collects revenues of over Rs 3.97 billion
The Inland Revenue Office here has collected revenue of Rs 3 billion 976 million 74 thousand in the first nine months of the current fiscal year.
Banana farmers still not getting fair prices despite market hike
Banana prices in Kathmandu Valley have soared sharply in recent weeks, with retail costs reaching as high as Rs. 350–400 per dozen, raising concern among consumers and farmers alike.
Sports
ICC Women's T20 Challenge: Nepal defeats Rwanda by 2 wickets
Nepal defeated Rwanda by 2 wickets in the ICC Women's Twenty20 Challenge Trophy.
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
Minister Wagle vows no use of Nepali territory against neighbours
Addressing a programme 'Voice of Spring- Travelling across Inner Mongolia with Songs' organized by Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu on Wednesday, Finance Minister Dr Wagle expressed gratitude to the Chinese government for its assistance to Nepal's socio-economic developments.