- Monday, 8 June 2026
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Live updates: Vance arrives in Islamabad for ceasefire talks with Iran
With the ceasefire in Iran still shaky, Iran’s state TV says that an Iranian delegation led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has arrived in Islamabad, Pakistan, for talks with the United States. Vice President JD Vance will lead the high-level talks on behalf of the U.S. Ahead of peace talks, Iran has cited what appear to be new conditions.
KMC begins roadside flower plantation to beautify Kathmandu
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City has started placing flower pots along roadsides under its beautification campaign in an effort to make the capital city more attractive and environmentally friendly.
Revenue Rs 2.94 billion collected from mines related industries
According to the Department of Mines and Geology, this amount was collected through permits for the extraction of mine substances such as limestone, red soil, metals, and stones, as well as the renewal of such permits.
Halesi Tuwachung municipality receives 'Municipal Excellent Award'
Halesi Tuwachung municipality has received the 'Municipal Excellent Award'.
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Instruction to arrange breast feeding room in all airports within 24 hours
The government has directed the concerned authority to arrange dedicated breast feeding and child care rooms at all airports of the country, including the Tribhuvan International Airport within 24 hours.
Rain, snowfall likely in some places
According to the Weather Forecasting Division, this afternoon the hilly and mountainous areas of Koshi Province, including the country's mountainous regions, will generally be cloudy, while there will be partly cloudy weather in the hilly areas and the Terai of Koshi Province.
Foreign Ministers of India, Bhutan and Bangladesh call on Minister Khanal
Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal who is currently in Port Louis, capital city of Mauritius, to attend the 9th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) 2026 held separate meetings with the Foreign Ministers of India, Bhutan and Bangladesh on Friday.
Over 1,700 traffic rule violators penalized in 24 hours
According to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, 113 people were penalized for driving under the influence of drugs, 35 for vehicles with poor mechanical condition, 102 for traffic signal violations, 93 for high speed, 179 for breaching lane discipline, and 38 drivers of public vehicles for operating unsafely.
Rule-Based System Key To Democratic Polity
The democratic game is largely played under a system of rules set by the constitution. It promotes law-based freedom, not lawlessness. Such a rule deters both the tyranny of the minority and the domination of political processes by the majority. Nepal’s shift from a duty-based tradition to a rights-based political culture has elevated the rule of law over customs, social codes, and norms. Still, certain tacit texts of society, social norms, and moral sanctions play a role in controlling the deviant and capricious behaviour of people and leaders who drift into unknown territory. Rule-based order is the coordination of the conduct of all Nepalis
Educational Psychology Optimises Learning
Educational psychology is a field of psychology that focuses on the study of learning and how psychological theories and techniques can be used to enhance learning among individuals, especially in the field of education. It presents its
New Political Experiment
On March 30, I had the opportunity to meet a valued guest from Nepal. He was Akhanda Bhandari, a recently appointed head of Gorkhapatra Corporation, the country’s largest state-owned media group. He was visiting Korea to attend the World Journalists Conference at the invitation of the Korea Journalists Association and with the recommendation of the Korean Embassy in Nepal. He was also closely connected with several Nepali figures I know well, including journalists Bishnu Nisthuri and Bishnu Gautam, and social activist Anuradha Koirala. Having served as editor-in-chief of Nepal’s leading daily Annapurna Po
Bagmati dent Madhesh hopes, APF edge Koshi
Bagmati Province dealt a blow to Madhesh Province’s final ambitions, while APF Club kept their chances alive with a narrow win over Koshi Province in the Men’s PM Cup on Friday. In Janakpur, Bagmati rode on a five‑wicket haul from Pratis GC to secure a 35‑run victory. Chasing 209, Madhesh were dismissed for 173 in 34.3 overs, with opener Mayan Yadav top‑scoring on 40. Mohammad Aadil Alam (27), captain Anil Sah (26), Bishal Shusling (21), Md Samir (16) and Abhisekh Tiwari (10) offered support, but no other batter reached double figures. Pratis GC finished with 5 for 55 from 9.3 overs, while Rijan Dhakal added two wickets.
Gurung eyes podium at Karate 1 Premier League in Leshan
Nepal’s star karateka, Arika Gurung, is set to continue her historic run on the global stage this weekend as she takes to the mat for the Karate One Premier League in Leshan, China. The tournament, held at the Leshan Olympic Sports Centre, is the third stop of the prestigious 2026 season, following high-profile events in Istanbul and Rome. The season will conclude in Rabat, Morocco, from 12 to 14 June.
Nepal-China cultural ties are deep-rooted: Zhan
Zhan Xun is a Chinese professor. Recently, she was in Kathmandu to serve as a jury member at the Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF). The Head of the Department of Journalism and Communication at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, as well as a professor and media expert, Zhang is also associated with various think tanks in China. She has gained academic and research experience at the University of California, San Dieg
Biska Jatra begins in Bhaktapur
The eight-night, nine-day-long Biska Jatra began on Friday with the pulling of the Bhairavnath chariot from Taumadhi. To celebrate the Biska Jatra in a dignified and grand manner, the Guthi Sansthan, Bhaktapur, has made arrangement to pull the chariot of Bhairavnath from Taumadhi and conclude it at Ga: Hiti. Various processions are held during the nine-day festival.
