- Sunday, 26 April 2026
Barpak Dalits still await reconstruction of houses
Twelve years have passed since the devastating Gorkha earthquake, which had its epicentre in Barpak, Gorkha. The 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck at 11:56 am on April 25, 2015, killing 471 people in Gorkha district alone.
Homestay training to promote an ancient village
Yangjin Gurung of Marang in Loghekar Damodarkunda Rural Municipality-1 in Upper Mustang, has completed homestay training aimed at boosting local tourism.
Weather: Rain and snowfall forecast in some areas
At present, the hilly and mountainous regions of the country, including Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces, have generally cloudy condition while the Tarai region of Sudurpashchim Province is mainly clear.
Trump to send envoys to Islamabad
U.S. envoys are expected to travel to Pakistan on Saturday in a new bid to salvage ceasefire talks with Tehran, even as Iran ruled out direct negotiations with U.S. representatives as its top diplomat arrived in Islamabad.
Nation
Demolition of illegal huts begins at Manohara
Government has continued demolition of squatters' huts and houses by evacuating the illegal dwellers in various public places, especially the river bank of Kathmandu Valley.
World Intellectual Property Day being marked today
Today marks the World Intellectual Property Day, which is being observed in various countries with a focus on innovation and creativity. The day has been celebrated annually on April 26 since 2000, following its initiation by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO).
Scholarship scheme for promoting women's access to higher education implemented
The Bhimdatta Municipality has implemented the 'Daughter-in-law Higher Education Scholarship' programme aimed at increasing women's access to higher education.
Action taken against 2,492 people for traffic rule violation
Two thousand four hundred and ninety-two drivers have been penalised for violating traffic rules in the past 24 hours.
World
Trump evacuated as shooter opens fire at Washington gala event
US Secret Service agents bundled Donald Trump from the stage as shots rang out Saturday evening at a media gala, in what the president later described as an attack by a "would-be assassin."
Business
Sudurpashchim hydropower potential largely untapped despite huge capacity
Sudurpashchim Province, home to Nepal’s three major river basins—Mahakali, Seti, and Karnali—has utilised less than 1 per cent of its vast hydropower potential, raising concerns among government, investors and policymakers.
Gufapatal in full bloom of Azelea draws crowds of tourists
Nestled amid dense pine forests, Gufapatal has been transformed into a vibrant landscape as Azalea flowers burst into full bloom. With the flowering season in progress, the area is no
Fertiliser sacks pile up at Tatopani
At a time when farmers are facing a shortage of fertilisers for use in their fields, around 30,000 sacks of chemical fertiliser have been lying unused for years at the Tatopani Dry Port and Customs Office.
Private sector protests Golchha's arrest
The private sector has expressed serious concern over the ongoing arrests and detentions of entrepreneurs and business leaders. Issuing a joint statement on Friday, the u
Sports
Nepal enters semi-final of Nepal Asian Beach Games
Nepal has advanced to the semi-finals of the Sixth Asian Beach Games 2026, currently being held in Sanya, Hainan, China.
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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
Death of expectant mother in Butwal: two healthcare facilities sealed, Dr Rupakheti suspended
A team from the Medical Council assigned to investigate the death of pregnant Gita Pandey of Butwal has submitted its preliminary report on Saturday to its central office.