- Monday, 8 June 2026
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Jhulaghat border sees influx of migrant workers ahead of Bisu Festival
With the arrival of the Nepali New Year, a familiar scene has once again unfolded at the border points of Sudurpaschim Province. Jhulaghat boder point is the witness of migrant workers hurriedly journeying home, their excitement of the ‘Bisu festival,’ and the enduring story of lives shaped by necessity. Hands that have spent the year labouring abroad are now crossing borders with a longing to return to their own courtyards.
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.
Watermelon business booming in Dhalkebar amid increasing heat
With the onset of the summer season, business of watermelon in Dhalkebar, located along the East-West Highway in Dhanusha district, has been thriving significantly. Considered a highly profitable seasonal fruit, watermelon has seen a surge in demand, boosting local business activities. Dhalkebar, which serves as a gateway to Janakpurdham, the capital of Madhes Province, has witnessed a notable rise in the number of watermelon vendors. Local traders have set up more than two dozen temporary stalls to sell the fruit. These stalls attract a large number of customers daily, including passengers traveling along the highway as well as local consumers. According to them, daily watermelon transactions in Dhalkebar now exceed Rs. 1 million.
Smooth supplies of chemical fertilisers stressed
The All Nepal Peasants' Federation (Revolutionary Centre) has demanded that the smooth supply of fertilisers be ensured. Issuing a press statement today, the Federation expressed concern over the shortage of chemical fertilisers at a time when seeds for rice and millet are being sown, fertilisers are required for Chaite dhan (spring rice), and summer farming is underway.
Property details of PM, Ministers made public
The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers (OPMCM) has published the property details of the ministers of the government. In a statement on Sunday, the Office said that the details were published as per the Cabinet decision in line with the Article 50 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2059. According to published details, Prime Mister Balendra Shah has land in Kathmandu and Dhanusha and Mahottari registered in the name of his family members.
‘Zero Pending File Campaign’ from today
The ‘Zero Pending File Campaign’ is being launched from Monday to stop the trend of unnecessary dilly dallying in decision-making in government offices. The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers has stated that a Zero Pending File Week campaign is being launched in all government offices to minimize the situation where files that need to be implemented from lower bodies are unnecessarily sent to higher levels, affecting the service flow.
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.
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Home Minister Gurung inspects under-construction highways
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung made an onsite inspection of the under-construction Butwal-Gaindakot road under the East-West Highway today.
Ensure health care services even in weekly holiday: Health Ministry
Considering that healthcare services could be affected in public healthcare institutions following the government's decision to implement a two-day weekly holiday, the Ministry of Health and Population has urged stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted services from public health facilities.
RG in course to redefine hospitality venues
RG Creations has brought a visible shift in architectural design in the buildings and structures in Nepal's hospitality and event management sector.
Home Minister directs security officials to act strongly to control drug abuse
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has instructed the security officials to act tough to control criminal activities including the drug abuse.
Illegal goods worth over Rs 2.1 million seized
Illegally brought goods worth more than Rs 2.1 million were seized at Pancheshwor rural municipality-4 this morning.
