- Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Limited group abusing billions in capital market: FM Dr. Wagle
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Speaking at the meeting of the Finance Committee of the House of Representatives on Tuesday, FM Dr. Wagle said there exists situation which forces us to accept the reality that limited individuals have control over financial and economic institutions.
'Completing backlog of peace process is government's responsibility'
Coordinator ot the Nepali Communist Party Pushpa Kamal Dahal said it was the government's responsibility to complete remaining works of the peace process, safeguarding achievements gained from various movements and revolutions.
Behavioural change essential in addressing malnutrition: CM Yadav
During his address, the CM asserted that meaningful improvements in nutrition can be achieved if every household maintains a well-managed kitchen and adopts healthier food practices.
Nation
NRNA welcomes government's policies and programmes
The statement mentions that the policies and programmes presented by President Ramchandra Paudel on Monday at the joint sitting of both houses of the Federal Parliament, with a high priority given to non-resident Nepalis, is an extremely positive step.
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Angdembey urges government to be serious towards parliamentary voices
Vishmaraj Angdembey, the parliamentary leader of major opposition, Nepali Congress (NC), has said that democracy is based on dialogue, discussion, consensus and participation. He urged the government to seriously consider voices and concerns raised in the parliament by the people's representatives.
Madheshi Commission functioning in limited resources
Acting Chairperson of Madheshi Commission, Jeewachh Sah, said that the Commission is struggling to address the problems of the Madhesh region due to lack of budget and resources.
NHRC presents human rights priority issues to government
The recommendations focus on the implementation of fundamental rights, legal reforms, transitional justice, the National Action Plan on Human Rights, development and human rights, suggestions from the international human rights mechanism, and the strengthening of human rights.
World
Trump weighs renewed military action against Iran
As US President Donald Trump expressed his displeasure over Iran's response to a deal to achieve a complete solution to the conflict in West Asia, sources familiar with the matter told CNN that the US President is increasingly considering a resumption of Washington's military action against the Islamic Republic as frustration mounts in the Trump Administration.
Business
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Limited group abusing billions in capital market: FM Dr. Wagle
Speaking at the meeting of the Finance Committee of the House of Representatives on Tuesday, FM Dr. Wagle said there exists situation which forces us to accept the reality that limited individuals have control over financial and economic institutions.
Price hike hits construction
The ongoing conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States in the Middle East has directly affected Nepal’s infrastructure and road construction sectors. The sharp rise in the prices of fuel, bitumen, and construction materials has had a direct impact on large-, medium-, and small-scale infrastructure and road construction projects contracted by the federal, provincial, and local governments.
Electric vehicles worth Rs. 18 billion imported
Electric vehicles worth Rs. 18.93 billion have been imported into Kathmandu via the Tatopani checkpoint from Khasa, China. According to the Tatopani Customs Office, a total of 7,492 electric vehicles worth Rs. 18.93 were imported over the course of two fiscal years. Following the import of these electric vehicles, the government collected revenue amounting to Rs. 10.45 billion, said customs officer Ramesh Bahadur Shah. By mid-March of the current fiscal year, the imported electric vehicles included: 34 un
Govt unveils policies and programmes of 2026/27
The government has unveiled its policies and programmes for the upcoming fiscal year 2026/27, prioritising good governance, policy reforms, and qualitative improvements in public service delivery and accelerate economic recovery and promote social advancement. President Ramchandra Paudel presented the government’s policies and programmes at a joint session of the Federal Parliament on Monday. President Paudel said that the government had pledged to prioritise good governance as the foundation of a prosperous Nepal, ado
Sports
Nepal brace for defining League‑2 home tri‑series
With their second‑string side sweeping practice matches against the USA and Scotland, Nepal’s senior men’s team step into their final home series of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 with confidence. Nepal sit seventh with 18 points from 24 matches. They need at least eight wins from their remaining 12 fixtures to retain ODI status, and 10 victories to secure direct qualification for the ODI World Cup Qualifier. Four of those games will be against the USA and Scotland, who lead the table with 36 and 34 points respectively. The double‑header tri‑series against the USA and Scotland begins on 12 May at TU Cricket Ground, Kirtipur.
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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
Market monitoring in Kalaiya
The authorities here conducted a surprise inspection at seven outlets in Kalaiya, Bara on Monday. Two confectionary shops were fined by the monitoring team for violating business code.