WORLD
Australian ex-PM says 'more important than ever' to ditch UK monarchy
Australian ex-PM says 'more important than ever' to ditch UK...
Turnbull -- who served as prime minister from 2015 to 2018 -- led the country's Republic Movement's unsuccessful 1999 referendum bid to replace the British monarchy with an Australian head of state.
Feb 27, 2026
ECONOMY
NOC imports 173,800 LPG cylinders in a day to boost supply during elections
NOC imports 173,800 LPG cylinders in a day to boost supply d...
Managing Director Chandika Prasad Bhatta said the NOC on Tuesday imported the largest quantity of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) this year.
Feb 27, 2026
POLITICS
NC candidates launch ‘Vision 10’ for Kathmandu Valley development
NC candidates launch ‘Vision 10’ for Kathmandu Valley develo...
The manifesto was made public at a programme organised in Kathmandu in the presence of party General Secretary Pradip Paudel, with virtual participation from candidates representing all three Valley districts — Kathmandu, Lalitpur and Bhaktapur.
Feb 27, 2026
OPINION
Remittances and Digital Banking in Nepal: Trends and Impacts
Remittances and Digital Banking in Nepal: Trends and Impacts
Undoubtedly, remittances have brought a positive change in the lives of Nepalese households, increasing food consumption, financing education, and promoting digital banking, contributing to poverty reduction. Nevertheless, these inflows cannot be relied on and do not ensure growth of the economy in...
Feb 27, 2026
SOCIETY
EC asks Press Council to remove BBC documentary on Gen Z protest
EC asks Press Council to remove BBC documentary on Gen Z pro...
While the BBC claims that orders he issued were “leaked” from confidential police sources, the police spokesperson has denied these allegations.
Feb 27, 2026
OPINION
Gendered Experiences of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in Nepal
Gendered Experiences of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence in...
Sexual violence against women has become so normalised that it no longer shocks society. In contrast, sexual violence against men still creates strong emotional reactions.
Feb 27, 2026
WORLD
FIFA's Infantino has 'complete confidence' in Mexico to host World Cup games despite carte...
FIFA's Infantino has 'complete confidence' in Mexico to host...
Four high-level soccer matches from the local leagues were postponed last Sunday, including one in the central city of Queretaro, where Mexico defeated Iceland 4-0 late Wednesday in a friendly match.
Feb 27, 2026
Editorial
From Retail Loans to Real Growth
From Retail Loans to Real Growth
Nepal Rastra Bank is shifting credit from consumption to production, aiming to boost jobs, exports, and long-term economic growth while urging banks and policymakers to address structural bottlenecks.
Feb 27, 2026
ECONOMY
NAC reports notable improvement in passenger numbers and revenue
NAC reports notable improvement in passenger numbers and rev...
During this period, the NAC's total revenue has increased by about seven percent, while the number of passengers has increased by about 18.7 percent. NAC stated that both revenue and passenger numbers have increased.
Feb 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Nine arrested with narcotics from different parts of country
Nine arrested with narcotics from different parts of country
Brown heroin, marijuana, and medicines available only with a doctor’s prescription were recovered from the suspects. The drugs were seized during routine patrols conducted by respective district police offices.
Feb 26, 2026