Monday, June 8th, 2026

Oli’s last-minute U-turn stalls ministerial reshuffle in Sudurpashchim Province

Khabarhub

DHANGADHI: A planned cabinet reshuffle in the Sudurpashchim Provincial Government was abruptly halted after CPN-UML Chair K. P. Sharma Oli reversed his earlier directive, leaving several lawmakers who were preparing to take the oath of[ ... ]

Shram Sanskriti Party chair Harka Raj Rai fined for traffic violation after viral biking video

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KATHMANDU: Police have taken action against Harka Raj Rai, the chair of the Shram Sanskriti Party and a member of the House of Representatives, for allegedly violating traffic regulations. According to police, Rai was fined[ ... ]

Finance Minister Wagle defends budget, says some taxes introduced to protect domestic production

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KATHMANDU: Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle has defended the government's budget for the upcoming fiscal year, saying certain taxes were introduced for a limited period to protect domestic industries and boost local production. Speaking at[ ... ]

Parliamentary panel directs govt. to resolve border dispute between Humla and Bajura

KATHMANDU: The Federalism Strengthening and National Concern Committee of the National Assembly (NA) has instructed the Home Ministry to seek a long term resolve to end the border dispute concerning Humla and Bajura districts. A meeting of the Committee held today under the chair of…

Oli’s last-minute U-turn stalls ministerial reshuffle in Sudurpashchim Province

DHANGADHI: A planned cabinet reshuffle in the Sudurpashchim Provincial Government was abruptly halted after CPN-UML…

Guru Baral says PM must take responsibility to resolve parliamentary deadlock

KATHMANDU: CPN-UML lawmaker Guru Baral has said that Prime Minister Balen Shah must take a…

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…

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…