Monday, June 8th, 2026

Barshaman Pun calls for parliamentary probe over alleged changes in financial bill

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KATHMANDU: Nepali Communist Party leader and former Finance Minister Barshaman Pun has said that a parliamentary investigation committee may be necessary over alleged alterations in the Finance Bill presented in Parliament. Speaking to journalists at[ ... ]

House of Representatives meeting postponed until Tuesday amid opposition obstruction

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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[ ... ]

Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal set to visit China on June 14

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KATHMANDU: Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal is set to visit China on June 14 for a series of high-level meetings focused on bilateral relations, economic cooperation and trade, according to sources close to the minister. During[ ... ]

Nepal beats Hong Kong via DLS to win Asian Games men’s cricket qualifier final

KATHMANDU: Nepal secured a straightforward victory over Hong Kong in the final of the Asian Games men’s cricket qualifier in Singapore, winning via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method after rain interrupted play. Chasing a target of 189 runs set by Hong Kong, Nepal were well placed…

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…

Opposition lawmakers continue obstruction in House of Representatives

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

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…