Thursday, June 11th, 2026

Finance Minister Wagle challenges allegations over EV tax leak claims

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has challenged claims that confidential information was leaked during the formulation of tax rates for electric vehicles (EVs), calling the allegations politically motivated and aimed at damaging his reputation. Speaking[ ... ]

Harka Sampang reiterates demand for PM Shah’s apology over India land remarks

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: Chairperson of the Shram Sanskriti Party, Harka Sampang, on Thursday reiterated his demand that Prime Minister Balendra Shah apologize in Parliament for his controversial statement claiming that Nepal had also encroached on Indian territory.[ ... ]

Iran orders closure of Strait of Hormuz amid escalating conflict with US

Khabarhub

TEHRAN: Iran has reportedly ordered the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategically important maritime routes, raising concerns over global energy supplies and the risk of a wider regional crisis.[ ... ]

Home Minister says agencies directed to remain prepared for disasters

KATHMANDU: Home Minister Sudan Gurung has said that all concerned agencies have been instructed to remain on high alert and prepared for disaster management as the monsoon season approaches. Speaking at a meeting of the State Affairs and Good Governance Committee under the House of…

Opposition questions PM Shah and RSP’s intentions

  KATHMANDU: Opposition parties have raised serious concerns over Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s recent statement…

Opposition ends House obstruction after foreign minister clarifies PM’s border remarks

KATHMANDU: Opposition parties on Wednesday ended their obstruction of the House of Representatives after Foreign…

Shram Sanskriti Party protests after lawmaker denied chance to speak in Parliament

KATHMANDU: The Shram Sanskriti Party has protested after Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal allegedly prevented one…

Crisis will not be resolved unless PM corrects mistake, says UML

KATHMANDU: CPN-UML parliamentary party leader Ram Bahadur Thapa "Badal" has said that the party will…

World Food Safety Day being observed today

KATHMANDU: The ‘World Food Safety Day’ is being observed globally today (June 7) with the theme “From Burden to Solutions – Safe Food Everywhere.” This…

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…

Economic Digest: A Snapshot of Nepal’s Business News

KATHMANDU: Economic Digest presents a brief yet comprehensive roundup of major business developments in Nepal, delivered in clear and accessible summaries. The latest developments present a mixed but broadly constructive picture of Nepal’s economy, where…

14,057 students pass KMC scholarship selection test

KATHMANDU: A total of 14,057 students have passed the scholarship selection examination conducted by Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) on Sunday.

Over 26,000 students to appear in KMC scholarship exam today

KATHMANDU: Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is conducting a scholarship examination for students enrolling in Grade 11 today (Sunday). The metropolis

26,680 students to appear in KMC scholarship exam

KATHMANDU: A total of 26,680 students are participating in the scholarship entrance examination for Grades 11 and 12 to be

Extreme heat disrupts classes in Kanchanpur

KANCHANPUR: Local governments in Kanchanpur have begun temporarily closing schools due to rising temperatures and growing health concerns among students.

New guideline introduced for free treatment of targeted groups, services from consultation to surgery covered

KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Health and Food Safety has introduced a new guideline aimed at…

Insurance payments ease as govt gradually clears past dues

KIRTIPUR: Health insurance payments, which had become problematic in previous years due to a lack…

Govt committed to strengthening public health system: Health Minister Mehta

KATHMANDU: Minister for Health and Food Hygiene Nisha Mehta has said that the government is…

Patient influx puts pressure on Mustang Hospital

MUSTANG: Jomsom Provincial Hospital, the only hospital in Mustang district, has been witnessing a steady…

Cancer researchers unveil major treatment advances and emerging therapies at ASCO summit

CHICAGO: Cancer researchers presented a series of significant treatment advances and early-stage findings at the…

Woman arrested for defrauding victims of Rs 3.85 million with false promise of jobs in US

KATHMANDU: Police have arrested a woman on charges of defrauding individuals of Rs 3.85 million…

Jewellery shop owner arrested for allegedly staging theft to claim insurance

KATHMANDU: Police have arrested a jewellery shop owner and an employee in Butwal for allegedly…