- Tuesday, 21 April 2026
'Karnali swallows father, son, who risked life just for stacks of fodder'
It’s a tale of just three days down the Nepali New Year. 35-year-old Pahal Singh Buda of Turmakhad Rural Municipality-3, Achham, along with his two sons, Dilip and Naresh, went to the Panchapuri area of Surkeht crossing Karnali. All three were crossing the Karnali on a wooden boat just for the grazing fodder.
Acharya appointed Chair of committee to manage crisis-ridden cooperatives
Similarly, the Cabinet meeting decided to form a recommendation committee under vice-chair of NPC Dr. Gunakar Bhatta for appointment of the Chair of the Securities Board of Nepal.
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Risk of heat wave likely for next three days in Tarai region
Sharing that there is possibility of heat wave in some districts of Tarai till Thursday, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has urged all concerned to adopt high caution.
PM holds discussion with FM, NPC officials on economy, development
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has held a meeting with officials of the National Planning Commission and the Policy Research Institute (PRI), along with the Minister of Finance, Dr Swarnim Wagle.
Nation
'Karnali swallows father, son, who risked life just for stacks of fodder'
It’s a tale of just three days down the Nepali New Year. 35-year-old Pahal Singh Buda of Turmakhad Rural Municipality-3, Achham, along with his two sons, Dilip and Naresh, went to the Panchapuri area of Surkeht crossing Karnali. All three were crossing the Karnali on a wooden boat just for the grazing fodder.
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Risk of heat wave likely for next three days in Tarai region
Sharing that there is possibility of heat wave in some districts of Tarai till Thursday, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has urged all concerned to adopt high caution.
Keep universities free from party politics: Education Minister Pokharel
Co-chancellor of the Purbanchal University, also, the Minister of Education, Sasmit Pokharel, has pointed out that the universities need to be free from the influence of the political parties.
Acharya appointed Chair of committee to manage crisis-ridden cooperatives
Similarly, the Cabinet meeting decided to form a recommendation committee under vice-chair of NPC Dr. Gunakar Bhatta for appointment of the Chair of the Securities Board of Nepal.
World
Nicaragua's Ortega calls Trump mentally unstable over Mideast war
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega accused his US counterpart Donald Trump on Monday of being mentally unstable for his military offensive against Iran that has roiled the Middle East and the global economy.
Business
Acharya appointed Chair of committee to manage crisis-ridden cooperatives
Similarly, the Cabinet meeting decided to form a recommendation committee under vice-chair of NPC Dr. Gunakar Bhatta for appointment of the Chair of the Securities Board of Nepal.
Banana price soars due to shortage
Amar Baniya, chairperson of Nepal Fruits Wholesalers Association, attributed the price hike of banana to much less supply than the demand of banana in the market. He clarified that price hike is not artificial.
Sikta Project covers only 24,000 hectares of lands
The construction of the Sikta Irrigation Project, a national pride project under construction in Banke, has achieved irrigation coverage over 24,000 hectares of land despite taking nearly two decades and spending close to Rs. 24 billion.
Trade deficit widens to Rs. 1,267 billion in nine months
The country’s trade deficit swelled to Rs. 1,267 billion during the first nine months of the current fiscal year, driven by a significantly higher volume of imports than exports.
Sports
Nepal falter under lights as UAE clinch rain‑hit opener
Nepal’s batting frailties were exposed under the floodlights at TU Cricket Ground on Monday evening as the hosts slumped to a six‑wicket defeat to the United Arab Emirates in the opening T20I of the home series- their first international match played at night.
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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
Risk of heat wave likely for next three days in Tarai region
Sharing that there is possibility of heat wave in some districts of Tarai till Thursday, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has urged all concerned to adopt high caution.