- Monday, 8 June 2026
TRN Online
Private sector is a partner in national development: President
: President Ramchandra Paudel said that the development and expansion of trade, business, industries, and economic activities are the fundamental bases of economic prosperity. He also called on everyone to work together toward achieving economic prosperity desired by the people in order to further strengthen the Federal Democratic Republic. Addressing the 75th Annual General Meeting and Diamond Jubilee celebration of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) on Friday, President Paudel expressed the view that the government should move forward in partnership with the private sector in the campaign for development.
SC's order to relocate Lumbini industries sparks uncertainty
The Supreme Court’s order to relocate polluting industries to protect the Lumbini area, a World Heritage Site, has left the industrialists in a state of uncertainty. The Court’s landmark ruling directs the removal of more than 61 industries operating within a 15-kilometre radius of Lumbini, prompting entrepreneurs to seek clarity on the way forward. The full text of the order, issued in August last year, was made public a few days ago.
Focus is on completing overdue projects: Minister Shrestha
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has said that the government’s immediate focus will be on completing long-delayed and troubled projects rather than launching new initiatives that could increase the country’s financial burden. He made this remark during a discussion with officials of the Department of Water Resources and Irrigation on Friday.
President Paudel addresses joint session of Parliament
President Ramchandra Paudel has said that while Nepal has made notable progress in institutionalising its federal democratic republic, considerable work still remains to realise the full spirit of the constitution and meet people’s aspirations.
NOC, PSC admit cards via Nagarik App within a week
The government is preparing to roll out a new digital service allowing users to obtain ‘No Objection Certificates (NOC) and Public Service Commission exam admit cards directly through the Nagarik App within a week.
Sujan to pierce his tongue for fourth time
Sujan Bagh Shrestha, 30, of Khasi Tole of Bode, Ward No. 8, will pierce his tongue for the fourth time at the upcoming tongue-piercing festival. Bode, a Newar settlement in Madhyapur Thimi, Bhaktapur, is renowned for its ancient tongue-piercing festival, which is celebrated every year on the second day of the Nepali New Year. As the famous tongue-piercing festival approaches, the community remains busy making necessary preparations.
E-pension verification system launched
The Automated Pension Verification System was implemented from Friday, which is aimed at making the pension related services further simplified, accessible, citizen-friendly and technology-friendly.
Two ministers sworn in
Newly-appointed Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies Gauri Kumari Yadav and Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security Ramji Yadav were administered oath of office and secrecy this evening.
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Deputy Speaker takes oath of office and secrecy
Newly elected Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Rubi Kumari Thakur took the oath of office and secrecy today.
NA extends its thanks to President for address to joint parliament session
The National Assembly (NA) has extended its thanks to President Ramchandra Paudel for his address to the joint sitting of both the Houses of the Federal Parliament.
Economic growth of Nepal to remain at 2.7 per cent in 2026, says ADB forecast
Nepal’s economy is forecast to grow by 2.7% in fiscal year (FY) 2026, down from 4.6% in FY2025, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2026, Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) flagship economic publication.
President's call to work according to spirit of constitution and public aspiration
President Ramchandra Paudel has expressed the confidence that the incumbent government will succeed in working according to the spirit of the Constitution and the wishes of the people.
HoR passes proposal of vote of thanks to President
Today's meeting of the House of Representatives has unanimously passed a proposal of a vote of thanks to President Ramchandra Paudel for his address to the joint session of both houses of the Federal Parliament.
RSP supports Shram Sanskriti Party for Deputy Speaker post
A parliamentary party meeting of the governing Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has decided to vote in favour of candidate of Shram Sanskriti Party, Rubi Kumari Thakur, to the post of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Scientific research should be taken as national responsibility: Vice President Yadav
Vice-President Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav has stressed the need of collaboration of all sides to strengthen policy-making based on evidence, pointing out the need of accepting health research as the national responsibility rather than just an academic practice.
