- Friday, 15 May 2026
Jurisdiction for newly formed Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
The government has formed a new ministry focusing on science, technology and innovation by allocating specific jurisdiction and targeted areas.
Nearly 60 percent of budget spent in ten months, development expenditure only 28 percent
The government's budget expenditure has reached about 60 percent of the annual allocation by the end of Baisakh (until May 14) of the current fiscal year, 2025/26.
Xi, Trump have private meeting in Beijing
"While President Trump hopes to make America great again, I am dedicated to leading the Chinese people toward national rejuvenation," Xi said, stressing that the two countries can advance their respective development and revitalization by strengthening cooperation.
Rs 2 million collected in one day from traffic fines
The Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police recorded 2,144 cases of traffic violations in the past 24 hours. In fine, Rs 1.95 million in revenue was collected from the violators of traffic rules.
Nation
Jurisdiction for newly formed Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation
The government has formed a new ministry focusing on science, technology and innovation by allocating specific jurisdiction and targeted areas.
Office of Auditor General submits annual report to President Paudel
The annual report of the Auditor General for the fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25) has been submitted to President Ramchandra Paudel.
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Active, meaningful participation stressed to make arrears clearance effective
Emphasis has been laid on active and meaningful participation of all bodies concerned to make arrears clearance and financial governance effective.
Nearly 60 percent of budget spent in ten months, development expenditure only 28 percent
The government's budget expenditure has reached about 60 percent of the annual allocation by the end of Baisakh (until May 14) of the current fiscal year, 2025/26.
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World
Xi, Trump have private meeting in Beijing
"While President Trump hopes to make America great again, I am dedicated to leading the Chinese people toward national rejuvenation," Xi said, stressing that the two countries can advance their respective development and revitalization by strengthening cooperation.
Business
Gold, silver prices decline on last trading day
On the last trading day of the week today, the price of gold and silver has decreased in the domestic market. Gold price has declined by Rs 4,000 per tola (11.66 grammes) and silver by Rs 355.
BFI deposits up to Rs. 7,880B
Deposits at Banks and Financial Institutions (BFIs) increased by 8.5 per cent (Rs. 615.67 billion) to reach Rs. 7,879.54 billion during the first nine month of the current fiscal year, according to the latest macroeconomic and financial report of Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
High prices draw Ilam youth to cardamom
Youth in Ilam are showing enthusiasm for cardamom farming, which contributes significantly to foreign currency earnings. As cardamom has been fetching between Rs. 90,000 and Rs. 100,000 per mann (about 40 kg) since the beg
Investment secured for Marsyangdi Besi Hydro
The investment has been secured for the 50-megawatt Marsyangdi Besi Hydropower Project currently under construction in Lamjung. A loan agreement worth Rs. 7.5 billion has been
Sports
Inter secure domestic double
Inter Milan won the Italian Cup on Wednesday after beating Lazio 2-0 and completing a domestic double alongside their 21st Serie A title. An Adam Marusic o
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.