- Monday, 8 June 2026
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Cloudy, rainy weather forecasted
Light to moderate rainfall and snow are predicted in some places of hilly and mountainous regions across the country later today. Even thunder and lightning are likely together with rainfall.
Arika to compete in WKF Karate 1 Premier League in China
Historic medal-winning karate player Arika Gurung will compete in the WKF Karate 1 Premier League to be held in Leshan, China. A three-member Nepali team, including Gurung, will depart for China on Wednesday. The League runs from 10 to 12 April, with Gurung set to represent Nepal in the women’s over-68kg weight category.
Adhikari's lyrics still capitivate audiences
: Anand Adhikari is one of the few individuals who have consistently contributed to Nepali music. Born on 17 January 1967 in Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Adhikari is the eldest son of the late Madhav Raj Adhikari and the late Alka Devi Adhikari. With a passion for poetry from his school days, he has written around 400 melodious songs during a career spanning more than three and a half decades. A defining characteristic of Adhikari’s work is the seamless integration of nature a
Kaligandaki Corridor to get seven new bridges
Vehicles and passengers who have long faced difficulties due to the lack of bridges over rivers along the Kaligandaki Corridor are set to get relief. During the monsoon, travellers have been forced to take risks while crossing rivers without bridges. The planned construction is expected to ease these dangers. According to Birendra Teli, Information Officer at the Kaligandaki Corridor Gaindakot-Ramdi-Maldhunga Road Project Office in Palpa, seven bridges will be constructed in the Gulmi section. These include bridges over Badhare Khola, Dihing Khola, Baudi Khola, Hasmadi Khola, Bade Khola, Siureni Khola and Palung Khola.
Climbing expeditions begin on Dhaulagiri, Annapurna
With the onset of the spring season, climbing expeditions on Dhaulagiri and Annapurna have begun and the presence of both foreign and Nepali climbers has started to increase. So far this season, a total of 44 climbers have obtained permits to scale the over-8,000-metre peaks of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna. Those with permits have begun heading towards the base camps in preparation for their ascents.
NCC, NRNA explore ways to strengthen collaboration
Officials of the Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) and newly elected executive members of the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) have discussed a wide range of cooperation areas to support Nepal’s economic development. The discussion took place during a reception organised by the Nepal Chamber of Commerce to welcome the newly elected NRNA leadership, with a focus on strengthening collaboration to promote economic growth and enhance Nepal’s global presence.
South Pars natural gas complex is energy lifeline for Iran
For the second time, Israel has attacked Iran's South Pars natural gas and its associated petrochemical complex - an energy lifeline for Iran that both helps keep the lights on for civilians and provides a key source of export earnings. Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz said Monday that Israel attacked a key petrochemical plant at Asaluyeh, the onshore industrial aspect of the gas field, which lies under the Persian Gulf. Katz said the "powerful strike" hit what he called "the largest petrochemical facility in Iran ... responsible for about 50% of the country's petrochemical production." Combined with an earlier attack, two facilities responsible for 85% of Iran's petrochemical exports have been taken out of service, he said.
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Three SEE students burned to death
Three students were burned to death, and three others were injured after two motorcycles collided and caught fire on Tuesday at the border of Jaleshwar Municipality and Ekdara Rural Municipality in Mahottari district. One of the injured is reported to be in critical condition. According to Superintendent of Police Heramb Sharma of the District Police Office, Mahottari, the accident occurred at Gena Bathnaha in Ward No. 5 of Ekdara Rural Municipality along the Bakhri-Bardibas road section. The students were returning home after appearing in their SEE examinations when the motorcycles collided, causing a fuel tank explosion and a sudden fire.
Gandaki Province completes modern police post in Singa
A new, fully equipped police post building has been constructed in Singa Tatopani, Beni Municipality–4, Myagdi. The new building of the Singa Tatopani Police Post has been constructed on an area of 2 ropanis at Rs. 35 million by the Gandaki Provincial Government.
MPs raise issues of public concern in Zero Hour
Lawmakers on Tuesday used the Zero Hour to urge the government to take immediate action against the recurring threat of monsoon flooding, while raising a wide spectrum of pressing public concerns. The session was dominated by calls for enhanced disaster preparedness, policy reform and swift intervention across critical sectors, including agriculture, health, education and social welfare. MP Ashok Kumar Chaudhary drew the government’s attention to the recurring threat of monsoon flooding in Sunsari. He warned that annual inundation of local rivers continues to cause significant loss of life and property, leaving residents in a constant state of fear. Stressing the need for long-term solutions, he called for scientific studies and sustainable flood control measures ahead of the approaching monsoon season.
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Gandaki to seek World Heritage Site status for Lomanthang Palace
The Gandaki Province Government has announced in its policy and programme for the fiscal year 2025/26 that it will take the initiative to list the Lomanthang Palace on the World Heritage List. The palace is a site of historical and archaeological importance located in Lomanthang Rural Municipality–5, Mustang. The provincial government had initiated restoration work six years ago on the 15th-century palace located in Lomanthang Bazaar, which lies at an altitude of 3,880 metres above sea level. Despite various initiatives taken by local, provincial, and federal government representatives, the palace has not yet been listed as a World Heritage Site.
17th session of Bagmati Province Assembly begins
The 17th session of the Bagmati Province Assembly commenced from Tuesday.
7th session of Sudurpaschim PA begins
The first meeting of the 7th session of the Sudurpaschim Provincial Assembly began today.
New academic session from Baisakh 15; Private schools charging high fees under surveillance
The federal government has issued a circular to the local governments to withdraw admission fees collected from students against the operation and standards of the new academic calendar that commences from upcoming Baisakh 15 in the Lunar Calendar.
Minister Gurung visits flood-prone Roshi area
On the occasion, Minister Gurung took stock of state of the flood hit area and infrastructure and settlement in high risk of flood, including preparation for disaster risk mitigation and coordination among the government agencies.
