Monday, June 8th, 2026

CIAA files corruption case against Birgunj Mayor and six others

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has filed a corruption case at the Special Court in Kathmandu against Birgunj Metropolitan City Mayor Rajeshman Singh and six other individuals on Monday.[ ... ]

Will a parliamentary probe be formed against Finance Minister Wagle?

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: Calls for a parliamentary investigation committee against Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle have intensified in the House of Representatives amid allegations of irregular changes in the Financial Bill presented with the national budget for fiscal[ ... ]

House of Representatives meeting postponed until Tuesday amid opposition obstruction

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: The meeting of the House of Representatives has been adjourned and rescheduled for Tuesday following continued obstruction by opposition parties. According to a notice issued by the Federal Parliament Secretariat, the meeting has been[ ... ]

Court extends custody of Deepak Bhatta and Shulabh Agrawal

KATHMANDU: The custody of businesspersons Deepak Bhatta and Shulabh Agrawal has been extended in connection with an ongoing money laundering investigation. According to the administration section of the Special Court, the custody extension was ordered on Monday, with both accused receiving additional remand. Bhatta's custody…

Will a parliamentary probe be formed against Finance Minister Wagle?

KATHMANDU: Calls for a parliamentary investigation committee against Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle have intensified in…

Five ministers sworn in in Lumbini Province cabinet reshuffle

BUTWAL: Five newly appointed ministers of Lumbini Province took the oath of office and secrecy…

Harka Sampang demands PM prove claim that Nepal encroached on Indian territory

KATHMANDU: Shram Sanskriti Party Chair Harka Sampang has challenged Prime Minister Balen Shah to provide…

RSP, opposition fail to reach agreement as Lamichhane says PM will not address House

KATHMANDU: Talks between the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and opposition parties failed to produce…

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. Nepal’s recent economic and policy developments reflect a mix of external financing support, structural…

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.

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…

Shun tobacco use for better health, urges Health Minister Mehta

KATHMANDU: Minister for Health and Food Safety Nisha Mehta has urged tobacco users to quit…

Three more arrested in ‘Nepali Bro’ wife murder case in Kathmandu

KATHMANDU: Police have arrested three more individuals in connection with the murder of a woman…

Former Home Minister Sudan Gurung demands action against Ishwori Bhujel’s killer

KATHMANDU: Former Home Minister Sudan Gurung has called for strict legal action against those involved…