- Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Cabinet meeting: Civil Service (16th Amendment) Regulation, 2083 endorsed
The government has endorsed the Civil Service (16th amendment) Regulation, 2083. The meeting of the Council of Ministers held today took a decision on it.
NTB studies Sunapati-Shailung trekking route
A feasibility study has been completed for the development of a new tourism trail linking Sunapati Rural Municipality in Ramechhap with the Shailung area of Dolakha.
Innovation accelerator launched for climate and food security
In collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) launched an Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFCIA) in a bid to reinforce climate resilience and food security in Nepal.
Israel and Iran trade strikes, threatening to drag the region back into full-scale war
Israel and Iran traded fire Monday in their first attacks since the U.S. struck a ceasefire with Tehran two months ago. The Iranian military said hours later that it was halting offensive operations as th
Nation
Cabinet meeting: Civil Service (16th Amendment) Regulation, 2083 endorsed
The government has endorsed the Civil Service (16th amendment) Regulation, 2083. The meeting of the Council of Ministers held today took a decision on it.
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Construction works begin for 180-MW capacity Kaligandaki Gorge Hydropower Project
Project promoter Kaligandaki Gorge Hydropower Pvt Ltd launched the construction of a tunnel for the undertaking at Bhalebas of Annapurna rural municipality-4 on Monday. According to project director Raman Singh, the project is expected to complete by the next four years.
Shortage of anti-rabies vaccine in Sudurpaschim
The hospitals and health institutes in the province have faced a shortage of anti-rabies vaccines for two weeks. The vaccines are emergency medication for the people suffering from bites of dogs, jackal and other animals.
KMC declared as free from street dwellers
At a programme held on Monday, Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol declared KMC as a city free of street dwellers who live by begging, under the banner 'KMC's responsibility to take care of those helpless citizens'.
World
Ukraine war linked to rise in premature births
When Marharyta Nekhoroshyva first saw her newborn son, she was gripped by fear. Born after just 26 weeks of pregnancy, he weighed only 940 grams (2 pounds) and wore diapers no larger than the palm of an adult hand.
Business
Apple farming thrives in Upper Mustang
Ward chairperson Tai Dhuntu Thakuri of Charang, of Lomanthang's Lo-Ghekar Damodarkunda Rural Municipality-1, has cultivated apples on 23 ropanis of land. As apple farming has begun to flourish in Up
Rs. 424 billion grants allocated for provinces and local levels
The government has allocated a total budget of Rs. 424.27 billion for provinces and local levels for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026/27 under the intergovernmental fiscal transfers. The budget includes fin
Minister Shrestha instructs NEA to immediately collect electricity dues
The Ministry started necessary efforts after electricity tariff were not collected regularly, as there is still unpaid electricity tariff dues, in relation to those who used power through dedicated and trunk line.
Goods worth Rs 40 billion imported from Rasuwagadhi customs
Acting Chief of Rasuwa Customs Office Bharat Singh BK said that the total goods imported from China to Nepal through the customs point reached Rs 40.1 billion in this fiscal year.
Sports
Teenager Yamal carries responsibility of leading Spain
Despite being only 18 years old, Lamine Yamal will be carrying the responsibility of a seasoned veteran when Spain enters the World Cup seeking its second world title. The prodigy has
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Interview
Kalinga LitFest provides int'l forum for Nepali authors: Niraula
Kathmandu is hosting the fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival 2026, scheduled for June 6 and 7, at Hotel Himalya in Lalitpur. Talking to The Rising Nepal, Festival director Ranjana Niraula said th
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
Society
Parliamentary panel directs govt. to resolve border dispute between Humla and Bajura
A meeting of the Committee held today under the chair of Committee's Chairperson Jayanti Devi Rai directed the government to ensure a sustainable resolution of the border dispute by holding intensive discussions among the local people, administration and concerned stakeholders.