Global Conflict Drives Up Nepal’s Garment Costs
The ongoing Iran–Israel conflict is beginning to affect Nepal’s garment industry, as rising global oil prices and disrupted supply chains
Fuel Prices Surge Again as Nepal Faces Mounting Supply Pressure
Nepal has seen another sharp rise in fuel prices, with petrol, diesel, and cooking gas becoming significantly more expensive amid
Nepal’s LDC Graduation: Blessing or Burden?
After more than 50 years as a Least Developed Country (LDC), Nepal is set to graduate to developing-country status in November 2026, following decades of supporting the
Viral “Stranded Tourist” Case in Pashupati Turns Out to Be Financial Distress
A viral video showing a French national in a distressed condition near the Pashupatinath area has prompted police clarification, revealing
From Petrol to Plug: Nepal Moves to Subsidise EV Conversions
The government has decided to introduce subsidies and legal provisions to support the conversion of petrol and diesel vehicles into
From Petrol to Plug: Nepal Moves to Subsidise EV Conversions
The government has decided to introduce subsidies and legal provisions to support the conversion of petrol and diesel vehicles into
Nepal’s Sole Railway Faces Growing Financial Strain
Nepal’s only railway service continues to operate as a vital transport link for passengers, but its financial condition is steadily
New Trekking Plan Sparks Hope in the Far West
The government’s plan to develop and organise major trekking routes in Sudurpaschim has raised hopes for tourism growth in one
Pre-Monsoon Is Becoming Less Predictable and More Dangerous
Although early April heat in the plains is expected, what feels different this year is how much the season has strayed from its
Government Recalls Six Political Appointee Ambassadors
The government has decided to recall six ambassadors who were appointed under political quotas during the tenure of former Prime
Supreme Court Sets Deadline on Detention of Oli and Lekhak
The Supreme Court has set a deadline for authorities to complete the investigation into former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli
Home Minister Claims He Was Misled in Phewa Lake Land Row, Plans Legal Action
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has said he was misled in the ongoing Phewa Lake land controversy in Pokhara and plans
$244 Million Reconstruction Plan Unveiled After Protest Damage
Nepal’s National Planning Commission has prepared a reconstruction plan estimating that around $244 million will be needed over the next
Rising Poverty Tests Sudurpaschim’s Next Five-Year Plan
Poverty in Sudurpaschim Province has increased by 10 per cent, raising fresh concerns as the provincial government prepares to finalise
Households Feel the Pinch as Prices Surge Across the Board
Rising prices of essential goods, from fuel to food, are putting growing pressure on households across Kathmandu and beyond. Consumers
Mass Sweep in Bhaktapur as Police Target Gang Networks in Capital
Police in Bhaktapur detained 60 individuals in a single day as part of a sweeping operation targeting theft and suspicious
Bulldozers at Dawn: Pokhara Moves to Reclaim Phewa Lake
Residents and tourists in Pokhara woke up to the sound of excavators on Saturday morning as authorities began demolishing structures
The Curious Case of ISKCON in Nepal
In the evenings, at heritage sites in Kathmandu, one might see a group of foreigners dressed in traditional attire singing
Meet Nepal’s New Government
Balen Shah has officially taken his oath as one of the youngest prime ministers of Nepal. As of now, everyone
Nepal Police Opens Over 400 Technical Positions Across Multiple Fields
Nepal Police has announced vacancies for more than 400 technical positions across a range of departments, offering opportunities in engineering,