Monday, June 8th, 2026

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

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: Talks between the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and opposition parties failed to produce a breakthrough on Monday after RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane indicated that Prime Minister Balen Shah would not appear in Parliament[ ... ]

Opposition insists PM must answer in Parliament despite all-party dialogue

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: An all-party meeting called by Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane was held at the Public Accounts Committee hall in Singha Durbar on Monday, with leaders discussing the ongoing parliamentary deadlock and other[ ... ]

Has Nepal-India relation truly been ‘reset’? Experts say not yet

Gyanu Ghimire

KATHMANDU: A debate has emerged over the meaning of a purported reset in Nepal-India relations after leaders of the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and the government used the term following separate visits to India.[ ... ]

Barshaman Pun says opposition committed to House proceedings, demands PM’s clarification

KATHMANDU: Nepali Communist Party leader Barshaman Pun has said opposition parties remain committed to the regular functioning of Parliament but insist that Prime Minister Balen Shah must clarify his controversial remarks on nationalism, sovereignty and border issues. Addressing the House of Representatives on Monday, Pun…

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…

Opposition lawmakers continue obstruction in House of Representatives

KATHMANDU: The House of Representatives meeting is currently underway, with opposition parties continuing their protest…

Opposition parties criticize govt’s functioning at RSP-called all-party meeting

KATHMANDU: Opposition parties attending an all-party meeting called by the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP)…

Nepali Congress suspends Bara district president over alleged role in election defeat

KATHMANDU: The Nepali Congress has suspended its Bara District Working Committee President Rajesh Rai Yadav,…

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…