- Monday, 13 April 2026
Fire damage outpaces control, communities at high risk
Fire-related disasters have emerged as the single greatest threat to lives and property in the country over the past year, with newly released figures painting a stark picture of growing vulnerability amid the dry season and limited public awareness. According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), a total of 7,648 disaster incidents were recorded nationwide between mid-April last year and early April this year. Of these, fires, both structural and forest, accounted for the largest proportion, significantly outpacing other forms of disaster.
Nepal Railway risks being derailed as spending triples income
Nepal Railway Company Limited, the country’s only railway service operator, has been facing persistent financial losses. Data from the past five years show that the company’s expenditure is nearly three times higher than its income, indicating that the service is being pushed towards long-term financial instability. According to the company’s Business Plan 2025/26, between the fiscal years 2019/20 and 2023/24, the company earned Rs. 192.1 million while expenses totaled Rs. 673.7 million. During this period, it incurred a total loss of Rs. 481.58 million.
Murder convict sentenced to life remains absconding
A man convicted in a murder case who escaped from Jaleshwar Prison during the Gen Z movement has still not been arrested, raising fear and a deep sense of injustice among the victim’s family.
Cultural event held in Moscow to celebrate Nepali New Year 2083 BS
Moscow (Russia), April 13: The Non-Resident Nepalis Association (NRNA), the National Coordination Council, Russia organized a cultural event in Russia's Moscow on Sunday on the occasion of the Nepali New Year 2083 BS. Nepali artistes Ramji Khand, Bhumika Giri and others made their cultural performance at the event, which was attended by almost 300 members of the Nepali Diaspora community in Russia. On the occasion, Chargés d'affaires of the Embassy of Nepal in Moscow, Maheshwar Mani Tripathi, expressed happiness for the event by stating that this was the first event after the COVID-19 pandemic organized in Moscow by inviting artistes from Nepal.Tripathi stated that such events organized abroad could be instrumental to safeguard Nepali arts and cultures. Likewise, Chairman of NRNA Russia Sitaram Kattel (Milan) pledged to organize such events in the future as well, while expecting support from all stakeholders. (RSS)
Nation
Murder convict sentenced to life remains absconding
A man convicted in a murder case who escaped from Jaleshwar Prison during the Gen Z movement has still not been arrested, raising fear and a deep sense of injustice among the victim’s family.
Cultural event held in Moscow to celebrate Nepali New Year 2083 BS
Moscow (Russia), April 13: The Non-Resident Nepalis Association (NRNA), the National Coordination Council, Russia organized a cultural event in Russia's Moscow on Sunday on the occasion of the Nepali New Year 2083 BS. Nepali artistes Ramji Khand, Bhumika Giri and others made their cultural performance at the event, which was attended by almost 300 members of the Nepali Diaspora community in Russia. On the occasion, Chargés d'affaires of the Embassy of Nepal in Moscow, Maheshwar Mani Tripathi, expressed happiness for the event by stating that this was the first event after the COVID-19 pandemic organized in Moscow by inviting artistes from Nepal.Tripathi stated that such events organized abroad could be instrumental to safeguard Nepali arts and cultures. Likewise, Chairman of NRNA Russia Sitaram Kattel (Milan) pledged to organize such events in the future as well, while expecting support from all stakeholders. (RSS)
Dotyali Museum established
The Dadeldhura Public Library has established Dotyali Museum, showcasing the traditional lifestyle, costumes and cultural identity of the Sudurpaschim Province. The museum has collection of historical goods from the Dotyali community.
Brotherhood Football Club lifts title of Golbazar Mayor Gold Cup
The Brotherhood Football Club, Udayapur won the trophy of the Ninth Golbazar Mayor Gold Cup Football Competition.
World
Orbán era swept away by Péter Magyar's Hungary election landslide
Viktor Orbán's 16 years in power is over, and the system condemned as an "electoral autocracy" lies in tatters, defeated by a 45-year-old former party insider who convinced a majority of Hungarians to bring it to an end.
Business
Agriculture Development Office distributes Rs 450 million in grant in five years
The Agriculture Development Office, Nawalparasi Purba has distributed almost Rs 450 million in grant to the farmers in the last five fiscal years since 2077/78 BS.
Koshi government begins seed funding distribution process for startups
The Koshi Province Government has initiated the process of providing seed funding to encourage young people and new entrepreneurs with innovative ideas. The Ministry of Industry, Agriculture and Cooperatives issued a public notice on Sunday, inviting project proposals from individuals interested in starting new ventures. In accordance with the Startup Enterprise Seed Capital Mobilisation Procedure, 2025/26, the ministry has urged eligible and interested entrepreneurs to submit their applications within 21 days from the date of publication of the notice.
Contractors in Taplejung demand for 'construction holiday'
Construction entrepreneurs have said that continuous increase in petroleum product prices has had a direct and severe impact on the construction sector. At a press conference held on Saturday in Phungling, the Contractors' Association, Taplejung said that rising fuel costs have driven up the prices of construction materials, creating significant challenges across the sector. Contractors reported difficulty completing previously awarded projects due to the unexpected surge in costs. According to Jas Bahadur Chemjong, chairperson of the Contractors' Association, Taplejung, the sharp rise in price
Saline industry comes into operation in Morang
The first saline manufacturing industry in Koshi Province has commenced commercial production. With an investment exceeding Rs. 1 billion, Alexa Lifesciences has begun operations after completing all legal procedures at Budhiganga Rural Municipality–2 in Morang. The industry was inaugurated on Friday by senior cardiologist Dr. Bhagwan Koirala.
Sports
Brotherhood Football Club lifts title of Golbazar Mayor Gold Cup
The Brotherhood Football Club, Udayapur won the trophy of the Ninth Golbazar Mayor Gold Cup Football Competition.
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
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Society
Murder convict sentenced to life remains absconding
A man convicted in a murder case who escaped from Jaleshwar Prison during the Gen Z movement has still not been arrested, raising fear and a deep sense of injustice among the victim’s family.