- Thursday, 7 May 2026
2nd South Asia Trade Fair kicks off
The Second South Asia Trade Fair 2026 BS kicked off today at local Bhrikutimandap based in Exhibition Road.
It is our duty to work for people: Communication Minister Dr. Timilsina
"As the government or agencies under the government, we all operate with the tax of the citizens. That means we get facilities from the tax. Therefore, it is our prime duty to work for the citizens. It is time for us all to move ahead thinking whether we have worked for people or not," said Minister Dr. Timilsina.
Ward Chair arrested on charge of rape
DSP and chief of the Jumla district police office Ravin Babu Regmi said that accused Budha was taken into control on the basis of arrest warrant and that the court has allowed to keep him in custody for five days for further investigation into the case.
2.6 million collected in one day from traffic fines
According to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police, such cases include 99 of drunk-driving, 193 of ride-sharing against the rule, 133 of the violation of traffic signals and 132 of breaching lane discipline.
Nation
SAARC Secretary General pays courtesy call on Minister Khanal
Secretary-General of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), Md. Golam Sarwar paid a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal.
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Bagamati Province celebrates 3rd Language Day
Chief Minister of Bagmati Province, Indra Bahadur Baniya, has said the province government is continuously effortful to enhance the respect and recognisition of mother tongues, education on mother languages and their uses.
Transparent and accountable journalism backbone of democracy: Speaker Aryal
Extending good wishes on the 126th anniversary of the Gorkhapatra daily today, he said, "Independent, accountable, and respectful journalism is the backbone for the consolidation of democracy. There is a need for media to strongly raise the voice of the citizens and continuously alert for good governance, transparency, and accountability."
2.6 million collected in one day from traffic fines
According to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police, such cases include 99 of drunk-driving, 193 of ride-sharing against the rule, 133 of the violation of traffic signals and 132 of breaching lane discipline.
World
Solar station lights up darkened island
Yudelaimys Barrero Muñoz used to spend up to three hours on the side of a highway under the blazing sun waving money at drivers as she attempted to hitch a ride from Cienfuegos, Cuba to Santa Clara, where she buys supplies to resell and support her husband and two children.
Business
2nd South Asia Trade Fair kicks off
The Second South Asia Trade Fair 2026 BS kicked off today at local Bhrikutimandap based in Exhibition Road.
FNCCI new leadership assumes office
The newly elected central executive committee of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has assumed office today.
Nepal’s first tea testing, research centre to begin
A Tea Testing, Promotion and Research Centre built in Kanyam of Suryodaya Municipality-7 in Ilam is set to come into operation. The centre, first of its kind in Nepal, will begin funct
Indian border market Raxaul falls silent
The Indian border town of Raxaul, heavily dependent on Nepali customers, has witnessed a significant economic downturn after the government began strictly enforcing customs regulations.
Sports
Asia football fans sweat on broadcast rights as World Cup nears
Swathes of football-mad Asia from China to India and Thailand are yet to confirm broadcast rights for the biggest-ever World Cup with kick-off barely one month away. Unsociable match times
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
Ward Chair arrested on charge of rape
DSP and chief of the Jumla district police office Ravin Babu Regmi said that accused Budha was taken into control on the basis of arrest warrant and that the court has allowed to keep him in custody for five days for further investigation into the case.