- Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Digital economy and good governance major focuses in budget: Finance Minister
Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has said the policies and programmes the government released was based on the promises and commitment papers Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) presented before the people during election.
NA to continue discussion on govt policies and programmes in next meetings
In the meeting of the Assembly held on Wednesday, Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal informed that the Assembly would continue discussions on the policies and programmes in the next meetings because all NA members had not got turns to express their views on the important document.
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Sharada stands first in President Running Shield in Salyan
Sharada grabbed 28 medals in total- 12 gold, 10 silver and 6 brass medals to become the first. Chhatreshwari Rural Municipality got 19 medals including 8 gold and stood the second while Bangad Kupinde Municipality stood the third with 32 medals including 7 gold.
Opposition parties obstruct HoR meeting demanding PM's presence
The opposition lawmakers protested when permission was given to Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle to table the proposal on behalf of Prime Minister Balendra Shah for initiating discussion on the government's policy and programme.
Nation
Digital economy and good governance major focuses in budget: Finance Minister
Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has said the policies and programmes the government released was based on the promises and commitment papers Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) presented before the people during election.
Ojha appointed GC acting chief
Acting chief Ojha said he would follow the government's spirit while performing his duties. He also expressed commitment to heeding to editorial freedom, and urged all employees to behave respectfully with one another as all journalists and employees were equal.
NA to continue discussion on govt policies and programmes in next meetings
In the meeting of the Assembly held on Wednesday, Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal informed that the Assembly would continue discussions on the policies and programmes in the next meetings because all NA members had not got turns to express their views on the important document.
Literacy drive in Madhes aims at social change, human development: Education Minister
Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Sashmit Pokharel, has said the literacy campaign in Madhes Province is not a formality but a significant initiative to bring social transformation and spur developments.
World
Senator defies ICC arrest order
A Philippine senator who is wanted by the International Criminal Court for an alleged crime against humanity said Tuesday he will fight any attempt to send him to the global tribunal for prosecution, adding he never condoned extrajudicial killings when he led the country's police force.
Business
Government serious for reforms in telecom sector: CIT Minister Dr Timilsina
Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Dr Bikram Timilsina, has shared that the government has forwarded reform initiatives along with necessary study keeping telecom sector, media policy and communications sector in priority.
Sending Money Home, Supporting Communities: Hamro Patro Remit’s New Initiative
Hamro Patro Remit has launched its social initiative, “Send Local, Support Local,” to give back to local communities.
Consumer price inflation rises to 4.47% in mid-April
The consumer price inflation (CIP) reached 4.47 per cent in mid-April 2026, up from 3.39 per cent recorded during the same period last year. According to the latest macroeconomic sit
Nepali market becomes vibrant after border tightening
Consumer activity in markets across districts bordering India in eastern Nepal has increased, with more people now shopping in local stores for daily household goods. The rise in customers comes after the government-imposed c
Sports
Sharada stands first in President Running Shield in Salyan
Sharada grabbed 28 medals in total- 12 gold, 10 silver and 6 brass medals to become the first. Chhatreshwari Rural Municipality got 19 medals including 8 gold and stood the second while Bangad Kupinde Municipality stood the third with 32 medals including 7 gold.
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Interview
Comedy must evolve beyond body-shaming humour: Prabhat Lama
Prabhat Lama, a renowned stand-up comedian who is a permanent resident of Mahottari district, spent more than 10 years in radio programmes, struggling to be an artist. After arriving in Kathmandu, he joined Radio-Audio, the first comedy-the
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.
Society
Sending Money Home, Supporting Communities: Hamro Patro Remit’s New Initiative
Hamro Patro Remit has launched its social initiative, “Send Local, Support Local,” to give back to local communities.