- Wednesday, 6 May 2026
Growing calls to revive Bhrikuti Paper Mill
The Bhrikuti Paper Mill in Gaindakot, Nawalpur, once a source of national pride, used to meet nearly 60 per cent of the country’s total demand for paper. Today, however, the factory is overgrown with bushes and resembles a deserted wast
Constitution Amendment Task Force holds discussions with former civil servants
The task force formed to prepare a discussion paper for the amendment of the constitution today held discussions with former heads of constitutional bodies, former chief secretaries, foreign affairs experts and former administrators.
'Agyat' digs lives of common people
Fiction writer Keshav Raj Gyawali's latest novel, 'Agyat', was launched in the capital on Monday. The book was jointly unveiled by senior journalist Mohan Mainali and the author himself during an event organised by Fine Print amid the presence of a distinguished literary figure. The novel delves into the lives of the common p
Demand for electric stoves goes up
Due to the ongoing war in West Asia and uncertainty in the Gulf region affecting the supply of petroleum, including cooking gas, consumers in Bardibas have begun turning towards electric cookers. Traders reported that, alongside
Nation
Former Smart Telecom MD Joshi arrested
Former Managing Director of Smart Telecom, Sarvesh Joshi, has been arrested on charges of fraud and criminal breach of trust. A team from the Central Investigation Bur
Bagmati Province reduces ministries from fourteen to eight
In a major push to curtail spending and make administration hassle-free, Bagmati Province government has decided to reduce the number of ministries.
Khotang District Administration seeks details of encroached lands within three days
The District Administration Office here has urged the local levels to provide details of encroached lands belonging to government within three days. All ten local levels in the district were written to update the encroached government lands and public spaces.
Don't open unauthorized links: CIB
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has urged everyone not to open unauthorized links in digital gadgets because the cases of theft were increasing via Apps and digital system of late. Use of unsafe and unauthorized links is causing theft of individual's bank deposits, the CIB added.
World
EU prepared for 'every scenario' after Trump car tariff threat
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday the bloc is "prepared for every scenario" after US President Donald Trump threatened to hike levies on European cars.
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Business
Demand for electric stoves goes up
Due to the ongoing war in West Asia and uncertainty in the Gulf region affecting the supply of petroleum, including cooking gas, consumers in Bardibas have begun turning towards electric cookers. Traders reported that, alongside
Farmers in Tanahun receive technical knowledge
In an effort to increase agricultural production and productivity, farmers in Tanahun are being provided practical training directly in their fields, focusing on modern farming techniques. The initiative has been taken by the Agric
Janakpur set to host new five-star hotel
Mithila Hospitality has announced a major hospitality project in Janakpur, marking a significant expansion in Nepal’s tourism infrastructure.
273 MW Lower Badigad Hydropower Project gains momentum
A long-discussed plan to harness the hydropower potential of the Badigad River is finally moving forward, bringing renewed hope and optimism to local communities. The Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrig
Sports
Nepal finish League‑2 home series on a high
Nepal ended their ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 home series against the UAE and Oman on a high, registering a commanding 81‑run victory over Oman at TU Cricket Ground on Tuesday. The fixture was the final match of the double‑header triangular series.
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
NMA gets Dr Rijal as its new president
he Nepal Medical Association has elected a new executive committee under leadership of Dr Badri Rijal.