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   Wednesday, 15 July 2026

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Talks with meter loan victims end without breakthrough as Cabinet orders action on past reports

A second round of talks between Home Minister Sudan Gurung and victims of illegal loan sharking (meter byaj) ended without a breakthrough on Tuesday, with both sides agreeing to resume negotiations after the government finalises its position on the victims' six-point charter of demands.
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A combination image of Pemba Sherpa (8K Expeditions), and Khum Bahadur Subedi (former president of the Trekking Agencies' Association of Nepal).

Five members appointed to NTB Board

The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation appointed five new members to the Nepal Tourism Board on Tuesday.
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Rising Lalbakaiya River swamps road section, flood cuts off local route in Rautahat

Rising water levels in the Lalbakaiya River and local streams following continuous rainfall have begun disrupting daily life in parts of Rautahat, with floodwaters inundating a road section and washing away a diversion road.
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UNFPA's new Nepal representative presents credentials to Foreign Minister Khanal

Sriram Haridass, the newly appointed United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Representative for Nepal, presented his letter of credentials to Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal on Tuesday.
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Flooding in the Kimrung and Modi rivers at Annapurna Rural Municipality–8, Ghandruk, on Sunday caused significant damage to the New Bridge–Ghandruk road section, particularly at Seuli Bazaar in Ghandruk. Photo: RSS

Flash flood risk in 44 districts, DHM warns

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has warned of a moderate to high risk of flash floods in small rivers across 44 districts on Tuesday as monsoon rains continue nationwide.
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A man puts flowers outside the music bar where a fire killed a number of people in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Photo: AP

Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30, dozens remain in hospital

The death toll from a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar has increased to 30, officials said Tuesday.
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Home Minister Gurung meets meter loan victims in Nijgadh during Justice March

Home Minister Sudan Gurung met victims of illegal loan sharking (meter byaj) in Nijgadh on Tuesday as they continued their march from Janakpur to Kathmandu demanding justice and government intervention.
Diplomacy. Illustration: Ratna Sagar Shrestha/THT

Strengthening diaspora diplomacy: Nepal needs a smarter diaspora strategy

Over the past decades, the Nepali community abroad has become one of the most dynamic diaspora populations in the world.

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Seven days to act: Govt orders ministries to roll out Gen-Z rehabilitation package without delay

The government has directed all ministries to implement within seven days a comprehensive relief and rehabilitation package for the families of those killed and injured during the Gen-Z movement of September 8-9, 2025.
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China-sponsored Everest Summiteers Summit draws controversy

The Department of Tourism has asked the Nepal Mountaineering Association and the Expedition Operators Association Nepal to furnish their opinions about the Everest Summiteers Summit recently organised by Everest Alliance Nepal in Kathmandu.
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Department of Passport goes live with new system; public urged to wait out three-month stabilisation period

Nepal's Department of Passport has launched a new passport service delivery system, with operations beginning today, marking what the department describes as the country's largest-ever data migration in passport management history.
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Private schools' umbrella organisation demands removal of equity tax

Four umbrella organisations of private educational institutions in Nepal have jointly demanded the withdrawal of the newly imposed 3 percent “Equity Education Service Fee” through the budget for the fiscal year 2026/27 immediately.
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Minister Rawal commits to resolute land title distribution

A high-level delegation of federal ministers visited the state-run holding centre in Kharipati, Bhaktapur, on Sunday in a rapid response to mounting public and political backlash, assuring displaced landless squatters that the government is actively working to issue permanent land ownership certificates (Lalpurja) as quickly as possible.
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Home Minister Gurung meets meter loan victims in Nijgadh during Justice March

Home Minister Sudan Gurung met victims of illegal loan sharking (meter byaj) in Nijgadh on Tuesday as they continued their march from Janakpur to Kathmandu demanding justice and government intervention.
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Photo: Prakash Dahal

Scooter swept away by flash flood found, search continues for missing rider

A scooter swept away by a flash flood in Simkhola, Indrasarowar Rural Municipality-2 of Makawanpur, has been recovered, while the search for its missing rider continues, police said.
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Vice President Yadav leaves for Qatar to convey Nepal's condolences

Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav is leaving for an official visit to Qatar from July 14 to 16 to convey the Government of Nepal's condolences following the demise of Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
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File - A panoramic view of Kathmandu's urban settlements captured from Jagat, Tarkeshwar Municipality-1. Photo: Hariram Bhetuwal/RSS

Suspicious incidents puts capital on the edge

Amid the Parliament and streets occupied by protesters demanding justice for a 25-year-old ride-share driver who succumbed to his self-immolation injuries following a parking dispute, a bizarre series of suspicious incidents unfolded today, causing panic and drawing criticism from various sectors.
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Heavy rain shuts two Kathmandu–Hetauda road links

Vehicular movement on two key road links connecting Bagmati Province's capital Hetauda with the federal capital Kathmandu has been suspended following continuous rainfall and growing flood and landslide risks.Vehicular movement on two key road links connecting Bagmati Province's capital Hetauda with the federal capital Kathmandu has been suspended following continuous rainfall and growing flood and landslide risks.
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Nepal universities enforce 10% scholarship quota

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Bajura Court remands 10 in custody over Lampata violence

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Kathmandu–Hetauda, Narayanghat–Muglin roads reopen after rain-induced closure

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A man puts flowers outside the music bar where a fire killed a number of people in Bangkok, Thailand, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Photo: AP

Death toll from a Bangkok music bar fire rises to 30, dozens remain in hospital

The death toll from a huge fire in a Bangkok music bar has increased to 30, officials said Tuesday.
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Health workers interact at the Evangelical Medical Center, in Bunia, eastern Congo, Friday, July 3, 2026, where Ebola clinical trials are scheduled to take place. Photo: AP

Ebola death toll in Congo reaches 600, as new cases suspected in previously unaffected province

New suspected cases of Ebola have been reported in parts of Congo that were previously unaffected, the government said, as the death toll in the country's latest Ebola outbreak reached 600.
09 Jul, 2026
Health workers tend to an Ebola patient at the Rwampara Treatment Center in Ituri, Congo, Thursday, June 18, 2026. Photo: AP

Some health workers in Congo's Ebola outbreak go on strike over pay issues as deaths near 600

The healthcare workers at the epicenter of Congo’s Ebola outbreak are walking off their jobs to protest delays in their payments, threatening efforts to slow the outbreak that officials said continues to spread faster than the response.
08 Jul, 2026
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, rescuers conduct search and rescue at the site of a landslide at a village in Nanhe township of Tanchang County, Longnan City, northwest China's Gansu Province on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Photo: Xinhua via AP

Death toll of landslide in northwestern China rises to 21 as rescue operations conclude

The death toll from a landslide in northwestern China rose to 21, state media reported Wednesday, following the conclusion of rescue operations at the scene.
08 Jul, 2026
Security personnel stand guard in the compound of a prison where deadly clashes broke out on Sunday, in Negombo, 35 kilometers (22 miles) north of the capital Colombo, Sri Lanka, Monday, July 6, 2026. Photo: AP

Clashes in Sri Lankan prison leave at least 25 dead, mostly inmates

Clashes broke out inside a prison in the outskirts of Sri Lanka’s capital, killing at least 25 people, most of them inmates, and injuring more than 100, officials said Monday.
07 Jul, 2026

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Samsung launches Galaxy A27 5G in Nepal with AI features, six years of software support

Photo: Tilak Ram Rimal

Kathmandu–Hetauda, Narayanghat–Muglin roads reopen after rain-induced closure

File - A panoramic view of Kathmandu's urban settlements captured from Jagat, Tarkeshwar Municipality-1. Photo: Hariram Bhetuwal/RSS

Suspicious incidents puts capital on the edge

Diplomacy. Illustration: Ratna Sagar Shrestha/THT

Strengthening diaspora diplomacy: Nepal needs a smarter diaspora strategy

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Kajaria Ramesh Tiles opens exclusive showroom in Morang

Kajaria Ramesh Tiles Ltd has expanded its retail network in eastern Nepal with the opening of an exclusive showroom in Kanchanbari, Morang, in partnership with Annapurna Bathware and Marbles.
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Samsung launches Galaxy A27 5G in Nepal with AI features, six years of software support

Samsung Nepal has launched the Galaxy A27 5G smartphone in the domestic market, introducing artificial intelligence (AI) features, extended software support and enhanced security to its Galaxy A series.
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Nabil Bank marks 42nd anniversary, unveils AI-driven growth strategy

Nabil Bank has marked its 42nd anniversary by reaffirming its long-term strategy to expand digital banking services and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its operations under its "Banking & Beyond" vision.
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Remittance inflow surges 38.2% to Rs 2.12 trillion in 11 months

Nepal received Rs 2.12 trillion in remittances during the first 11 months of the current fiscal year, marking a 38.2 percent increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Nepal Rastra Bank.
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Average inflation at 2.89% in 11 Months; Annual rate climbs to 5.22%

Nepal's average inflation stood at 2.89 percent during the first 11 months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, while year-on-year consumer inflation rose to 5.22 percent in mid-June, according to the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
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Nepal Communist Party Chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal (centre) participating in a sit-in protest organised at Maitighar Mandala on January 31, 2021.

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Anna Sharma & ShreeGo: Football Memories, Wrong Jersey & Big Laughs | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 24

Football stories, childhood memories, hilarious games, and Anna Sharma's unstoppable laughter.
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Nirisha & Paramita: Hostel Tales, Scams & Football Fever | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 23

Hostel stories, a fake World Cup ticket, football with Grandma, and bungee adventures, Episode 23 has it all.
08 Jul, 2026
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Gyanendra Malla: Football Stories of a Cricketer | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 22

What happens when one of Nepal's most respected cricketers steps into the football circus?
08 Jul, 2026
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Nimesh Kapali & Suprim Pandey: Runway Walks & Football Talks | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 21

From Football in field to the runway, EP 21 brings Nepal's finest models into the circus.
08 Jul, 2026
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Sunflower V/S Bumblebee ft. Barsha Raut & Mexam Gaudel | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 20

Kollywood star Barsha Raut meets comedian Mexam Gaudel for an episode packed with football banter, hilarious roasts, crazy games, and pure circus chaos.
08 Jul, 2026

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Alvarez's 112th-minute goal helps lift Argentina past Switzerland 3-1 and into World Cup semifinals

Julian Alvarez sent defending champion Argentina back to the World Cup semifinals with a long-range strike in the 112th minute against Switzerland, while another goal by Lautaro Martinez with seconds left in extra time only served to make the 3-1 victory look a whole lot easier than it was Saturday night.
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Argentina's Julian Alvarez (9) celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup quarterfinal soccer match against Switzerland in Kansas City, Mo., Saturday, July 11, 2026. Photo: AP
England's Jude Bellingham (10) celebrates scoring their first goal during the World Cup quarterfinal soccer match between Norway and England in Miami Gardens, Fla., Saturday, July 11, 2026. Photo: AP

Bellingham scores twice to lift England past Haaland and Norway 2-1 and into World Cup semifinals

Jude Bellingham locked arms with teammate Harry Kane as England fans belted out the Beatles' “Hey Jude.”
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France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates after France defeated Morocco during the World Cup quarterfinal soccer match between France and Morocco in Foxborough, Mass., near Boston, Thursday, July 9, 2026. Photo: AP

Kylian Mbappé has a goal and an assist as France beats Morocco 2-0 in the World Cup quarterfinals

Kylian Mbappé spread his arms out wide and spun around after scoring his eighth goal of this year’s World Cup. He later gave the jubilant France fans dotted around the stadium a wave when he left the game because of an injury scare.
10 Jul, 2026
Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) celebrates scoring their second goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Argentina and Egypt in Atlanta, Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Photo: AP

Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt and spot in World Cup quarterfinals

It was another World Cup epic from an Argentina team that simply doesn't know when it's beaten.
08 Jul, 2026
Belgium's Charles De Ketelaere (17) celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between the United States and Belgium in Seattle, Monday, July 6, 2026. Photo: AP

Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses

Images told the story of the United States' World Cup downfall.
07 Jul, 2026
Spain's Pedro Porro (12) and Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo (7) react after Spain defeated Portugal in the World Cup round of 16 soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, July 6, 2026. Photo: AP

Mikel Merino's late goal sends Spain to quarterfinals and ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup career

Mikel Merino was still on the bench in the final minutes of regulation, with Spain coach Luis de la Fuente worried about hanging on to his substitutes as long as possible because of looming extra time.
07 Jul, 2026
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A "Just Married" sign is displayed on Madison Square Garden during a wedding between singer Taylor Swift and National Football League player Travis Kelce on Friday, July 3, 2026, in New York. Photo: AP

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married. What to know about the wedding

Your English teacher and your gym teacher are married. And we finally know a few more details surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden.
05 Jul, 2026
FILE - Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, right, is congratulated by Taylor Swift as they celebrate the Chiefs' victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship NFL football game, Jan. 26, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. Photo: AP

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we know

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really getting married at Madison Square Garden?Frenzied speculation surrounding the superstar singer and football player's upcoming wedding has spiked over the...
29 Jun, 2026
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French Embassy honours Cannes-winning Nepali film 'Elephants in the Fog'

KATHMANDU, JUNE 14The French Embassy in Nepal has celebrated the international success of Nepali film Elephants in the Fog, which won the Jury Prize in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2026 Cannes...
14 Jun, 2026
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Elephants in the Fog writes history by winning Cannes Un Certain Regard jury prize

KATHMANDU: It was a moment of immense pride for the director and the cast and crew of the film Elephants in the Fog on the night of May 22 when their film won the Cannes' International Film...
24 May, 2026
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KIMFF 2026 to screen over 50 films from 29 countries in 23rd edition

KATHMANDU, MAY 19The 23rd edition of the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF) will be held from May 27 to 31, 2026 at QFX Chhaya Centre in Thamel, Kathmandu, featuring more than 50...
19 May, 2026
Peruvian actor Octavio Bernaza appears during a performance of "Teatro La Plaza’s Hamlet" at the Theatre for a New Audience at Polonsky Shakespeare Center in New York. Photo: Julieta Cervantes via AP

From Taylor Swift to the Oscars, 400-year-old 'Hamlet' flourishes in the age of TikTok

NEW YORK, MAY 10He's on screen, onstage, on tour, online and in song. "Hamlet" - William Shakespeare's masterpiece about a moody Danish prince - seems to be having a moment.A National...
10 May, 2026

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One river. Two banks. One destination: Toastmasters District 41 unites Nepal and Bangladesh at historic leadership training

The start of a new Toastmasters year is always exciting, but this year felt particularly different yet special for Toastmasters International District 41.
09 Jul, 2026
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Between applause and aspiration

There is something profoundly beautiful about the close of a Toastmasters year. It is not merely the turning of a calendar or the passing of leadership from one team to another.
02 Jul, 2026
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Environmental scientist Chandra Giri launches debut novel on illegal migration

Internationally renowned environmental scientist Dr Chandra Giri has launched his debut novel, Donkey (Sapana ko Kalbato), a work that explores the dangers, sacrifices and emotional toll of irregular migration to the United States.
30 Jun, 2026
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Birat Anupam's debut book on Nepal's first general election wins Sahitya Post Nonfiction Award

Author, translator and journalist Birat Anupam has won the Sahitya Post Nonfiction Award 2082 BS for his debut book, Pahilo Aam Nirwachan 2015 (First General Election 1959), which chronicles Nepal's first democratic parliamentary election.
30 Jun, 2026
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Roots & Blooms: Shivangini Rana's art of what lies beneath

There is something deceptively simple about the title of Shivangini Rana's latest solo exhibition, Roots & Blooms. Flowers are what first catch the eye, but it is the roots beneath them that quietly keep everything alive. For Rana, that contrast mirrors life itself.
30 Jun, 2026

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This photo provided by NASA shows Kieran Wilson, LINK’s principal investigator, and Hunter Robertson, a space systems engineer, both at Katalyst Space, standing next to their spacecraft inside the SES (Space Environment Simulator) at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md., April 17, 2026, ahead of thermal vacuum testing. Photo: Sophia Roberts/NASA via AP

Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth

A three-armed spacecraft rocketed into orbit Friday to rescue a NASA telescope that’s in danger of crashing back to Earth.
05 Jul, 2026
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Two Nepali teenagers selected for global space mission programme in India

Two young Nepali women have been selected to represent Nepal at Mission ShakthiSAT 2026, a global space education and satellite programme to be held in India from August 23 to 30, organisers announced.
05 Jul, 2026
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attends an announcement with Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong and SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won at the Blue House presidential office in Seoul, South Korea, Monday, June 29, 2026. Photo: Kim Min-Hee/Pool Photo via AP

South Korean tech giants to build a $518 billion chipmaking hub to serve soaring AI demand

South Korean tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix said Monday they will invest a combined 800 trillion won ($518 billion) in building a new computer chipmaking hub in the country’s southwest region, capitalizing on surging artificial intelligence -driven demand.
29 Jun, 2026
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Nepali youths develop country's first school carbon footprint calculator

A team of students from Kathmandu University has developed Nepal's first school-level carbon footprint calculator, a bilingual digital tool designed to help schools measure and monitor their greenhouse gas emissions as part of efforts to build a climate-smart education system.
29 Jun, 2026
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InnoventuresAI launches Springbase.AI in Nepal

InnoventuresAI Inc., a US-based technology company, has launched its AI operating system “Springbase.AI” in Nepal, aiming to streamline business workflows and improve productivity.
18 Jun, 2026

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