Thursday, April 23rd, 2026

Sunkoshi–Marin diversion project stalled for six months amid contractor dispute

KATHMANDU: The Sunkoshi–Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project has remained largely stalled for the past six months,…

Health Ministry implements two-day weekend in government hospitals

KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Health and Population has decided to implement a two-day weekly holiday—Saturday…

Digital training hub launched in Biratnagar, marking new era in eye care

KATHMANDU: A digital training hub has been launched at Biratnagar Eye Hospital, marking a significant…

Bench-cutting method adopted to control landslide along Beni–Jomsom–Korala road

BENI: A bench-cutting method has been adopted to control landslides at Sirubari in Ward 2…

Kathmandu launches ‘Vehicle-Free Asan’ program to preserve historic settlement

KATHMANDU: The Kathmandu Metropolitan City has launched a ‘Vehicle-Free Asan’ program from today to help…

Iran announces reopening of Strait of Hormuz for commercial ships

KATHMANDU: Iran has announced that the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important…

Economic Digest: Nepal’s Business News in a Snap

KATHMANDU: Economic Digest offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of significant business happenings in Nepal,…

Oil prices drop sharply as Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open during ceasefire

TEHRAN: Global oil prices fell significantly after Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz would…

World Heritage Day being observed today

KATHMANDU: World Heritage Day is being observed today with the aim of raising public awareness…

Partly cloudy conditions expected today

KATHMANDU: Despite generally cloudy conditions in some areas, the weather across the country is expected…

Siraha records 19 fire incidents in a month

SIRAHA: Fire incidents have surged in Siraha with the onset of the dry summer season,…

Parbat’s gems Hampal, Kokhedanda draw growing crowds

PARBAT: Once quiet highlands in Parbat are now drawing a steady flow of visitors as…