- Saturday, 14 March 2026
Amendment to abortion law imperative, as 52% abortions are still unsafe
Although safe abortion has been legally recognised in Nepal for two decades, society’s perception of it has not changed yet. While the Constitution guarantees safe mother
'Prolonged Gulf conflict may have chilling effect on economy'
Experts have warned that the escalating conflict in the Gulf region could have multifaceted impacts on Nepal’s economy, ranging from fuel supply disruptions and labour issues to rising inflation and a slowdown in economic activity.
Air pollution decreases after rainfall
The air quality index had reached 178 till Thursday afternoon and it has decreased to 149 this afternoon. Kathmandu was recorded second most polluted cities in the world till Thursday afternoon. Now, it is ranked in 12th place this afternoon.
Son in judicial custody for killing father
According to police, Toran Karki, aged 36, of Bajpur of Putalibazar Municipality-7, has been remanded to jail for allegedly murdering his 71-year-old father, Tul Bahadur Karki.
Nation
Amendment to abortion law imperative, as 52% abortions are still unsafe
Although safe abortion has been legally recognised in Nepal for two decades, society’s perception of it has not changed yet. While the Constitution guarantees safe mother
'Prolonged Gulf conflict may have chilling effect on economy'
Experts have warned that the escalating conflict in the Gulf region could have multifaceted impacts on Nepal’s economy, ranging from fuel supply disruptions and labour issues to rising inflation and a slowdown in economic activity.
Serious concern over rising sexual violence and murder
The Children as Zones of Peace National Campaign (CZOP) has expressed grave concern over alarming rise of sexual violence, including rape, murder and exploitation meted out on girls and young adolescents.
Guglielmo Arena appointed head coach of national football team
The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) has appointed Italian coach Guglielmo Arena as the new head coach of the Nepali national football team.
World
China donates $200,000 to families of Iran school strike victims
China said on Friday it will donate $200,000 to the parents of students killed in what it called an "indiscriminate" missile strike on a school in Iran early in the Middle East war.
Business
Slight decline in gold, silver prices
The prices of gold and silver have slightly dropped Friday in the domestic market compared to the prices the previous day. The price of gold has decreased by Rs 2,800 per tola (11.66 grammes) and that of silver by Rs 20 per tola today, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
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Remittance inflows rise to Rs. 1,261B in 7 months
Nepal recorded a significant surge in remittance inflows during the first seven months of fiscal year 2025/26, strengthening the country’s external sector. According to the latest macroeconomic and
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NOC to distribute half-filled gas cylinders from today
The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has decided to supply only half-filled cooking gas cylinders to the market starting Friday in an effort to address the ongoing fright among consumers. According to NOC spoke
Study on provisions related to blacklisting individuals underway: NRB
"Running a business is not just about completing college education. To ensure it becomes a proper business, one has to face various hurdles and difficulties, and it is necessary to take steps to organize it properly," he said.
Sports
Guglielmo Arena appointed head coach of national football team
The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) has appointed Italian coach Guglielmo Arena as the new head coach of the Nepali national football team.
Interview
Exercise your sovereign right wisely to elect competent candidates
The election to the House of Representatives (HoR) is set for March 5, marking one of the most closely watched polls in the country’s history. To ensure free, fair, credible and fear-free electoral process, the Election Commission (EC) has stepped up its p
We have prioritised digital outreach
The Election Commission (EC) is all set to conduct House of Representatives (HoR) election next week. There is quite a lot of worry and concern how the EC will conclude the election successfully. In this context, secretar
Society
Serious concern over rising sexual violence and murder
The Children as Zones of Peace National Campaign (CZOP) has expressed grave concern over alarming rise of sexual violence, including rape, murder and exploitation meted out on girls and young adolescents.