National News
Former NTA Chief Bhupendra Bhandari Arrested in Smart Telecom Asset Auction Probe
CIB detains former telecom regulator chief over alleged irregularities involving Smart Telecom's state-owned assets and expands investigation into the controversial Ncell share deal.
18 days ago
Government Forms Panel to Hold Talks with Microfinance Victims
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has formed a government negotiation committee to begin formal talks with protesting microfinance victims, aiming to address their concerns through dialogue.
19 days ago
Nepal Urges Drivers to Renew Licenses for 10-Year Validity
The Department of Transport Management has urged drivers with licenses expiring within a year to renew them, allowing them to receive a new license valid for 10 years under the revised system.
19 days ago
Europe's Heatwave Emerges as a Growing Economic Threat
Rising temperatures and recurring heatwaves are no longer just an environmental concern for Europe, as wildfires and extreme weather increasingly disrupt economic activity, productivity, and long-term growth.
19 days ago
National Security Council Reviews Security, Calls for Stronger Social Harmony
Nepal's National Security Council has reviewed the country's security situation, emphasizing stronger coordination among security agencies to preserve social harmony, national unity, and improve disaster response.
19 days ago
Death Toll in Dewanganj Police Clash Rises to Two
A second injured victim has died while undergoing treatment following the violent clash between police and locals in Dewanganj, Sunsari, as authorities continue investigating the incident.
19 days ago
Finance Minister Wagle to Meet Industrialists on Budget Implementation, Investment
Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle is set to hold discussions with leading industrialists on budget implementation, investment promotion, and improving Nepal's industrial environment.
21 days ago
NEA to Adjust VAT Paid on Asar Electricity Bills in Next Billing Cycle
The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) will adjust VAT paid on electricity consumed in Asar against customers' upcoming Bhadra bills, ending confusion over the new tax implementation.
21 days ago
NMB Bank Commits NPR 1.24 Billion Loan to 9 MW Khimti-Ghawang Hydropower Project
NMB Bank will invest NPR 1.24 billion in the 9 MW Khimti-Ghawang Small Hydropower Project, supporting Nepal's renewable energy expansion through sustainable financing.
21 days ago
Nepal Exports 22,102 MWh of Electricity as Domestic Supply Surpasses Demand
Nepal has continued exporting surplus electricity during the monsoon season, with daily power demand reaching 73,629 MWh while domestic generation remains sufficient to meet national consumption without imports from India.
22 days ago
Government Formation Talks Intensify in Bagmati After UML Withdraws Support
Political parties in Bagmati Province have stepped up negotiations to form a new government after the CPN (UML) withdrew its support from the Nepali Congress-led administration, triggering a fresh political realignment.
22 days ago
PM Balen Shah Pledges Support to Boost Global Market for Nepali Products
Prime Minister Balen Shah has assured domestic manufacturers that the government will take effective measures to expand international markets for Nepali products and resolve legal and technical barriers affecting exports.
22 days ago