Wednesday, May 20th, 2026

SC restores old construction standards along riverbanks in Kathmandu Valley

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KATHMANDU: The Supreme Court has reviewed its earlier order on construction permits along rivers and streams in the Kathmandu Valley and reinstated the previous building setback standards. A full bench of Justices Sunil Kumar Pokharel,[ ... ]

SC orders release of former minister Raj Kumar Gupta on Rs 5 million bail

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KATHMANDU: The Supreme Court has ordered the release of former minister Raj Kumar Gupta on a cash bail of Rs 5 million or a bank guarantee of equivalent value in a bribery case. A joint[ ... ]

SC seeks written explanation over Durga Prasai’s arrest

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KATHMANDU: The Supreme Court has ordered authorities to submit a written explanation within 24 hours regarding the arrest of medical entrepreneur Durga Prasai. A single bench of Justice Mahesh Sharma Poudel issued the order on[ ... ]

Today’s News in a Nutshell

KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings you a glimpse of major developments of the day in Nepal, including politics, business/economy, sports, entertainment, and more. SC orders release of former minister Raj Kumar Gupta on Rs 5 million bail The Supreme Court has ordered the release of former minister…

Congress-led government will continue in Madhesh Province: Gagan Thapa

JALESHWOR: Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has said that the Congress-led government in Madhesh…

UML lawmaker Baral accuses government of inhumane treatment toward squatters

KATHMANDU: CPN-UML lawmaker Guru Prasad Baral has accused the government led by Balen Shah of…

Harka Sampang says protests will continue until govt becomes accountable to Parliament

KATHMANDU: Shram Sanskriti Party Chair and lawmaker Harka Sampang has accused the government of failing…

Speaker Aryal warns lawmakers protesting with placards in House meeting

KATHMANDU: Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has warned lawmakers, including Shram Sanskriti Party Chair Harka Sampang,…

Changunarayan to become country’s first ‘Yoga Municipality’

BHAKTAPUR: The historic town of Changunarayan, located on a hill in the northeastern part of the Kathmandu Valley, is set to become Nepal’s first officially…

Around 30 percent of adults in Nepal affected by high blood pressure

KATHMANDU: Today marks World Hypertension Day, observed globally including in Nepal with various awareness programmes. Health experts say the number of people suffering from high…

Women earning income through doll-making and pickle production

DANG: Tika Kumari Sarki, a resident of Tulsipur Sub-metropolitan City-7, was once confined to household chores and spent most of her time in the kitchen.…

NEPSE Index surges by 30 points

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index posted a strong gain on Wednesday, rising by 30.08 points to close at 2,754.48. The benchmark index increased by 1.10 percent compared to the previous trading session. The…

KMC arranges free residential schooling for 14 children from holding center

KATHMANDU: Kathmandu Metropolitan City has arranged free education with residential hostel facilities for 14 children currently staying at the Radhaswami

Schools shifted to morning session in two Kanchanpur municipalities amid heatwave

KANCHANPUR: Two local levels in Kanchanpur district have adjusted school operating hours due to rising temperatures, shifting classes to the

Over 146,000 students remain non-graded in SEE results

KATHMANDU: More than 146,000 students who appeared in this year’s Secondary Education Examination (SEE) have been categorized as non-graded, according

Here’s how students can check SEE results

KATHMANDU: The results of the Secondary Education Examination (SEE) have been officially published by the National Examination Board on Monday

Health Ministry says risk of hantavirus infection in Nepal is low

KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Health and Population has said that the risk of hantavirus infection…

Nepal Medical Council suspends decision to revoke licenses of 36 non-resident doctors

KATHMANDU: The Nepal Medical Council has suspended its decision to revoke the licenses of 36…

Around 30 percent of adults in Nepal affected by high blood pressure

KATHMANDU: Today marks World Hypertension Day, observed globally including in Nepal with various awareness programmes.…

Bandipur Hospital receives equipment worth around Rs 4 million

TANAHUN: Various organizations and businessmen have donated modern health equipment worth around Rs 4 million…

Govt urges vigilance against dengue infection

KATHMANDU: The government has urged 13 local levels to remain alert against dengue infection after…

205 crime cases registered in Banke in one month

NEPALGUNJ: Police registered 205 cases of various crimes in Banke district during the month of…

Man stabbed to death in Thankot during domestic dispute

KATHMANDU: One person was killed in Thankot, Kharibot area of Chandragiri Municipality-3, Kathmandu, following a…