- Sunday, 7 June 2026
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'Imagining Nepal as a Country of 100 People' launched
The brief introduces an innovative way of understanding data by reimagining Nepal as a country of 100 people. Through this lens, statistics are transformed from abstract numbers into relatable human realities—making disparities clearer and more urgent.
Govt curbing trend of taking double facilities
Deepa Dahal, press and research expert to PM Balendra Shah, said that the government asked for details with a view to strictly curb the misuse of state coffer and maintain good governance.
Windstorm affects 26 houses in Makawanpur
According to provincial police office in Hetauda, houses, sheds and crops of at least 26 households have been partially damaged due to the windstorm, amounting to Rs. 2.2 million.
Comprehensive Book on Nepal’s Foreign Policy Released
Blending historical sources, diplomatic practices, and academic insights, the book offers an independent, balanced, and impartial assessment of Nepal’s external relations. It underscores that successes and failures in foreign policy rest with those involved in its formulation and execution, while also including the author’s personal reflections, which do not necessarily represent official positions.
Air pollution in Kathmandu Valley declines with rain
According to Director General of the Department of Environment, Gyan Raj Subedi, dust, smoke and pollution from fires accumulate in the atmosphere when there is no rain for a long time. “During the dry season, forest fires increase and the smoke from them gets trapped in the valley, so pollution is high,” he said. “Polluted air coming from neighboring India also affects Kathmandu’s air quality.”
Dr Agrawal appointed health advisor to PM Shah
A cabinet meeting held on Tuesday took the decision in this regard. Also the former Dean of Tribhuvan University, Institute of Medicine, Dr Agrawal would provide necessary advice to the Prime Minister for health policy, public health challenges and improvement of medical education in the country.
CNP reports six tiger deaths in current fiscal year
CNP information officer Abinash Thapa Magar said the dead include two male, three female while the gender of the remaining one is yet to be confirmed. Among them, two tigers had fought to death while one died of natural causes. Three died after their rescue.
Local levels asked to provide updated details of government, public lands
The circular was sent as per the direction of the Home Ministry, said Administrative Officer of the District Administration Office, Bishnu Kumar Theguwa. There are two municipalities and seven rural municipalities in Bhojpur.
FNCCI President-elect Shrestha pledges more investment
Echoing the need for collaboration between the private sector and the government, he said the national prosperity is achievable provided that through mutual partnership and collective efforts are established among all stakeholders concerned.
Death toll rises to 8 in huge fire at shopping center near Tehran
At least eight people were killed, and 36 others injured in a massive fire that erupted Tuesday at a shopping center some 30 km west of Iran's capital Tehran, Iranian state TV IRIB reported.
Constitutional Council meeting called for tomorrow
A meeting of the Constitutional Council has been called to forward the process for the appointment of Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
Six industries in Simara SEZ kick off production
Six industries under various blocks covering 343 bighas of land (one bigha is equal to 72,900 sq. ft) out of 833 bigha, have already started production, said Chief of SEZ Authority, Pappu Giri. Likewise, over a dozen of industries are being established.
Marijuana seized from ambulance: Two including driver nabbed
A huge amount of marijuana was seized from an ambulance at Barahchhetra Municipality-2 in the district today.
Prime Minister's Office all set to end dual vehicle facilities to former VIPs
The government has emerged tough against the trend of enjoying dual facilities from the state coffers. In this connection, the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers directed the Home Ministry to submit detailed information of the vehicles being used by the former dignitaries today itself.
Gold, silver prices rise
The price of gold has increased in the domestic market today. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers Association, gold is being traded at Rs 296,800 per tola (11.66 grams) today. The price has gone up by Rs 5,800 per tola.
