SOCIETY
Two arrested for altering details in govt procurement contracts
Two arrested for altering details in govt procurement contra...
A team from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Prakash Dhungana, director of Kalpavriksha Builders Pvt. Ltd., and Swadesh Pokharel, shareholder and accountant of Incon Pvt. Ltd.
Apr 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Banke reports 12 forest fire incidents
Banke reports 12 forest fire incidents
The District Forest Division Office stated that the forest fires pose a serious threat to wildlife habitats and the animals. The fires, which have been continuing for a week, have so far affected around 4,000 hectares of forest area.
Apr 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepal Police says committed to justice for genuine squatters
Nepal Police says committed to justice for genuine squatters
According to police, the management of settlements along Thapathali, Gairigaun, Sinamangal and the Manohara riverbanks is being carried out with a focus on humanitarian sensitivity.
Apr 26, 2026
WORLD
Japan inflation cools demand for vending machine drinks
Japan inflation cools demand for vending machine drinks
Last month beverage giant DyDo Group Holdings announced it would remove about 20,000 vending machines -- around seven percent of their stock nationwide -- by January 2027, in order to "reconstruct a profitable network".
Apr 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Removal of illegal structures begins in Butwal City too
Removal of illegal structures begins in Butwal City too
After disbanding the office of then Lumbini Zonal Officer, the land it occupied was transferred to the ownership of the High Court, Butwal. It is however occupied by huts running tea shops.
Apr 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Demolition campaign begins on bank of Gandak Canal
Demolition campaign begins on bank of Gandak Canal
The campaign began this morning and targets the stretch from Janaki Tole to Gandak Chowk. According to the Office, preparations are in place to demolish more than 300 structures, including huts, sheds and fish ponds. The demolition drive is being carried out with the assistance of the Nepal Police,...
Apr 26, 2026
SOCIETY
2,492 people booked for traffic rule violation
2,492 people booked for traffic rule violation
According to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, 68 people faced police action for driving after consuming drugs, 275 for illegal 'ride sharing', 145 for violating traffic signals, and 183 for driving vehicles at high speed.
Apr 26, 2026
WORLD
US says it’s hunting for explosive mines in latest push to open the Strait of Hormuz
US says it’s hunting for explosive mines in latest push to o...
Sweeping for underwater explosives could take months despite a tenuous ceasefire between the United States and Iran in the weekslong war, experts say. Any future claims that the U.S. cleared the waterway where 20% of the world’s oil typically passes might fail to convince commercial freighters...
Apr 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepal enters semi-final of Nepal Asian Beach Games
Nepal enters semi-final of Nepal Asian Beach Games
Nepal secured its place in the semi-finals after defeating Bangladesh 38–36 in its final Group ‘B’ match, remaining unbeaten throughout the group stage. Nepal led the first half 19–17 and maintained its advantage in the second half to clinch the victory.
Apr 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Storm and hail disrupt Mid-Hill Highway, stranding vehicles in Rukum East
Storm and hail disrupt Mid-Hill Highway, stranding vehicles...
According to authorities, landslides triggered by the rainfall have blocked the road after stones and mud debris fell onto the highway, leaving dozens of vehicles stranded.
Apr 26, 2026