WORLD
Pentagon chief testifies on Iran war, peace efforts stall
Pentagon chief testifies on Iran war, peace efforts stall
Iran has blockaded the waterway -- a vital conduit for oil and gas shipments -- since the start of the US-Israeli offensive two months ago, sending shockwaves through the global economy.
Apr 30, 2026
OPINION
Rewriting Rules, Repeating Mistakes
Rewriting Rules, Repeating Mistakes
Nepal’s repeated manipulation of the Constitutional Council reveals that while governments change, the impulse to bend rules for political convenience remains stubbornly unchanged.
Apr 30, 2026
Editorial
Growth Abroad, Gaps at Home: Nepal’s Labour Dilemma
Growth Abroad, Gaps at Home: Nepal’s Labour Dilemma
Nepal’s growing dependence on foreign employment is easing household incomes and supporting the economy, but it also reflects deep structural job shortages and a rising risk of long-term labour force depletion.
Apr 30, 2026
SOCIETY
616 disaster incidents reported in 15 days: 34 dead, fires most frequent
616 disaster incidents reported in 15 days: 34 dead, fires m...
Data released by the NDRRMA shows that 829 families were affected during the period. Disasters caused partial damage to 250 houses and completely destroyed 65 others. In addition, 78 sheds were damaged and 213 livestock animals were lost. The total estimated economic damage from the incidents stands...
Apr 29, 2026
SOCIETY
DRI files second case against Bikal: Rs 613.21 million in damages, wife Elina also named a...
DRI files second case against Bikal: Rs 613.21 million in da...
The DRI filed the case through the District Government Attorney’s Office at the Kathmandu District Court on Wednesday, alleging money laundering, seeking damage claim of Rs 613.21 million from Paudel.
Apr 29, 2026
SOCIETY
Tourism department warns action against Everest Base Camp overnight stay packages
Tourism department warns action against Everest Base Camp ov...
In a notice issued on Wednesday, branch officer Prakash Pokharel said the department had received complaints about advertisements promoting packages that include overnight stays at expedition camps in the Everest Base Camp area.
Apr 29, 2026
SPORTS
Sri Lanka government 'temporarily' takes over cricket board
Sri Lanka government 'temporarily' takes over cricket board
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is the country's wealthiest sporting body but has been plagued by allegations of corruption and mismanagement.
Apr 29, 2026
SOCIETY
2,722 drivers booked for violating traffic rules in last 24 hours
2,722 drivers booked for violating traffic rules in last 24...
As of this morning, during checks conducted by the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police at different places of Kathmandu Valley, such a number of drivers faced action.
Apr 29, 2026
WORLD
Israeli military kills three Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon
Israeli military kills three Hezbollah fighters in southern...
In addition to the casualties, the military stated that its units successfully bombed the group's infrastructure across the region as part of a wider effort to dismantle operational sites.
Apr 29, 2026
Entertainment
Film fraternity stages protests against ‘Lalibazar’ ban
Film fraternity stages protests against ‘Lalibazar’ ban
The demonstration comes after the Patan High Court issued an interim order on Tuesday, stopping the film’s release just three days ahead of its scheduled screening on May 1 (Baishak 18).
Apr 29, 2026