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File - A view of the densely built area of Kathmandu seen from the Swayambhu Mahachaitya premises, located in Kathmandu Metropolitan City–15, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on Sunday afternoon. The scene appeared as the weather cleared following rainfall on Saturday. Photo: Ratna Shrestha / RSS

Kathmandu to see showers, temperatures around 30°C Wednesday

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy weather across the country on Wednesday, with moderate to heavy rainfall likely in several provinces as monsoon activity remains active.
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FILE - The FIFA World Cup Trophy is displayed before press conference at Rockefeller Plaza, June 16, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray, File)

2026 World Cup football tournament: The greatest sporting extravaganza

The FIFA World Cup has finally come to an end with the lifting of the trophy by Spain after 16 years for the second time.
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File - A farmer prepares the field for paddy transplantation using a tractor in Bajrahi, Jaleshwar Nagarpalika-8, Mahottari, as the monsoon arrives. Paddy planting has been delayed this year due to the late onset of monsoon rains. Photo: Sanjit Kumar Mandal/RSS

Mechanisation speeds rice planting as oxen vanish from Banke fields

The familiar sight of oxen ploughing muddy paddy fields is rapidly disappearing from Banke, where tractors and power tillers have become the preferred tools for land preparation during the rice planting season.
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PM Shah pledges support for garment industry, orders formation of development council

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said the government is committed to promoting Nepal's ready-made garment industry and addressing challenges facing the sector.
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Nepali Army officer becomes first third-generation Sandhurst graduate

A Nepali Army officer has become the first third-generation officer from Nepal to graduate from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, the United Kingdom's prestigious military training institution.
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Woman, five goats killed by electrocution in Gorkha

A woman and five goats were killed after coming into contact with a live electric pole while grazing livestock in Arughat Rural Municipality-2 of Gorkha district on Monday.
Kirtipur hospital. Photo Courtesy: Phect Nepal

Woman injured in self-immolation attempt in Kathmandu

A 27-year-old woman sustained burn injuries after allegedly attempting self-immolation in Kathmandu on Tuesday morning.
This undated image shows the flag of Nepal at Maitighar Mandala, in Kathmandu. Photo: Nishant Pokhrel/THT

Rebranding Nepal: Soft power as the foundation of strategic statecraft

In international politics, power is no longer measured solely by military capability, economic size, or geopolitical leverage. Increasingly, nations compete through their ability to attract, inspire, and shape global perceptions.

Kathmandu

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Government suspends 3% equity fee on private education, healthcare

The government has scrapped the 3 per cent equity fee on education and healthcare sectors.
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Woman injured in self-immolation attempt in Kathmandu

A 27-year-old woman sustained burn injuries after allegedly attempting self-immolation in Kathmandu on Tuesday morning.
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Govt clarifies recruitment pause is temporary amid civil service restructuring

The government has clarified that the temporary suspension of requests for permanent recruitment through the Public Service Commission (PSC) is an administrative measure linked to the restructuring of ministries and staff management, and not a halt to future recruitment.
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Discussion held on Cell Broadcasting for Early Warning

Stakeholders held discussions on the use of a mobile phone broadcasting system as part of Nepal’s integrated early warning mechanism for disaster risk reduction.
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Two foreign women arrested with 4.28kg cocaine hidden in clothing

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has arrested two foreign women and seized 4.28 kilograms of cocaine concealed in clothing using a silicone-based smuggling method, police said Monday.
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Woman, five goats killed by electrocution in Gorkha

A woman and five goats were killed after coming into contact with a live electric pole while grazing livestock in Arughat Rural Municipality-2 of Gorkha district on Monday.
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Bajura jeep crash. Photo: Prakash Singh

Two Bajura jeep crash victims die during treatment

Two people injured in a jeep accident in Bajura's Himali Rural Municipality on Monday have died while undergoing treatment, police said.
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Two arrested for the charge of rape in Chitwan

Police in Chitwan have arrested two individuals on charges of raping a 13-year-old girl.
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Jawang Khola landslide in Dhanding Benighat Rorang -10 along the Prithvi Highway. Photo: Keshav Adhikari

Mechi, Araniko, Prithvi highways among worst hit by monsoon hazards

Continuous rainfall has disrupted traffic on at least nine major highways across Nepal, with landslides and flooding causing complete and partial closures in several districts, Nepal Police said Monday.
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Bajaj rolls out lower-EMI financing scheme, extends loan tenure to five years

HH Bajaj, the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched a new financing scheme in partnership with Hulas Finserv Hire Purchase Limited (HFL), offering lower monthly instalments and extended repayment periods to make motorcycle ownership more affordable.
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File - A farmer prepares the field for paddy transplantation using a tractor in Bajrahi, Jaleshwar Nagarpalika-8, Mahottari, as the monsoon arrives. Paddy planting has been delayed this year due to the late onset of monsoon rains. Photo: Sanjit Kumar Mandal/RSS

Mechanisation speeds rice planting as oxen vanish from Banke fields

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Govt launches consumer reward scheme to boost tax compliance nationwide

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Heavy rain likely in hilly regions as monsoon remains active nationwide

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Health workers involved in Congo's Ebola response go on strike as they protest over payment issues in Bunia, Congo, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Photo: AP

At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak

At least 930 people have died in Congo’s Ebola outbreak, the country’s Ministry of Health said.
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Andy Burnham speaks after being confirmed as the Labour Party's new leader and the country's next prime minister, during 'Labour's Special Conference' in central London, Friday July 17, 2026. Photo: Henry Nicholls/Pool Photo via AP

Why Britain is getting a new prime minister without a general election

Veteran Labour Party politician and popular former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is set to become Britain’s next prime minister on Monday, formally taking over from Keir Starmer, who announced his resignation last month.
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Rescuers stand by along the bridge as they prepare to conduct a search and rescue operation at the scene of a landslide in Pengshui County in southwestern China's Chongqing on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Photo: AP

Rescuers race to find survivors in the rain after a landslide in China kills at least 8

Rescue crews on Saturday raced to find survivors from a landslide in the southwestern Chinese city of Chongqing that killed at least eight people and left 34 missing.
18 Jul, 2026
FILE - An aerial view of a Rohingya refugee camp, home to over a million of Myanmar's persecuted Rohingya minority, in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, Nov. 25, 2025. Photo: AP

More than 500 feared dead as officials investigate reports of boats capsizing with Rohingya refugees

More than 500 people are feared dead after reports that two boats carrying members of Myanmar’s persecuted Rohingya minority have capsized in the Bay of Bengal, officials said Thursday.
16 Jul, 2026
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.
14 Jul, 2026

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Nepali Army officer becomes first third-generation Sandhurst graduate

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Nepal is not a prisoner of geography: A friendly note from across the Himalaya

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Government suspends 3% equity fee on private education, healthcare

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Property transaction revenue hits record high ahead of capital gains tax hike

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British Council to host South Asia English Teaching Conference

The British Council has announced the South Asia Teaching English Online Conference 2026, a free three-day virtual event aimed at helping educators explore how creativity, inclusion and technology can strengthen English language teaching and learning.
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Proton launches e.MAS 5 electric SUV in Nepal, introductory price starts at Rs 2.999 million

Jagdamba Motors, the authorised distributor of Proton vehicles in Nepal, has launched the Proton e.MAS 5 electric SUV, marking the Malaysian automaker's second electric vehicle in the Nepali market.
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PM Shah vows support for genuine businesses, zero tolerance on abuse

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said promoting entrepreneurship and creating jobs through the capital market are among the government’s top priorities, stressing the sector’s role in driving economic growth.
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NEPSE jumps 42 points as turnover crosses Rs 5.5 billion Monday

​​​​​​​The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) surged by 41.70 points, or 1.55 per cent, on Monday, with the benchmark index closing at 2,719.24 points amid broad-based gains across most sectors.
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Ankit Sharma, newly appointed General Manager at Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel

Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel appoints Ankit Sharma as General Manager

Dusit Thani Himalayan Resort Dhulikhel has appointed Ankit Sharma as its new General Manager, entrusting him with leading the luxury resort’s next phase of growth and guest experience enhancement.
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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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World Cup

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Nischal & Madhu: R9's Hair, Messi Wars & Endless Laughter | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 27

Nischal & Madhu: R9's Hair, Messi Wars & Endless Laughter | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 27.
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Dayahang Rai: Football Barefoot, Bhale Cup & the GOAT | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 26

He's brought countless unforgettable characters to life on screen. But in this episode, you meet the football fan behind the actor.
15 Jul, 2026
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Saugat Pradhan & Bibek Khadgi: Fashion, Football & Portugal | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 25

Two of Nepal's tallest models walk into the circus... and Aman Pratap Adhikary wastes no time roasting them.
15 Jul, 2026
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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.
08 Jul, 2026
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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

Sports

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Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 on Ferran Torres' goal in extra time

This is how good Spain was at the World Cup: Not even Lionel Messi had any answers.
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Spain's Rodri (16) lifts the winners' trophy after their win in the World Cup final soccer match against Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
England's Bukayo Saka (7) is congratulated by Jude Bellingham (10) and Reece James (24) after scoring his side's 5th goal from the penalty spot during the World Cup third-place playoff soccer match between France and England in Miami Gardens, Fla., Saturday, July 18, 2026. Photo: AP

Saka's hat trick lifts England past Mbappé and France 6-4 in wild World Cup third-place game

England and France delivered a thriller in a World Cup match that was supposed to be an afterthought.
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Nepal to enter direct global qualifier as ICC revamps T20 pathway

Nepal will compete in a 16-team Global Qualifier for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 after the International Cricket Council (ICC) approved a revised qualification pathway and new tournament format at its Annual General Meeting in Edinburgh.
16 Jul, 2026
Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after teammate Enzo Fernandez scored their side's first goal during the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Photo: AP

Lionel Messi delivers again for Argentina as defending champions reach another World Cup final

Lionel Messi delivered for his teammates. With one more win, he'll be delivering another World Cup trophy to Argentina.
16 Jul, 2026
Spain's Pedro Porro reacts after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Photo: AP

Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory

Spain’s defensive prowess and swagger were just too much for an attacking trio led by France great Kylian Mbappé, and just enough to get the 2010 champions into another World Cup final.
15 Jul, 2026
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

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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Everest Base Camp to host World's first silent festival in October

The Green Tara Foundation has announced plans to organise what it calls the world’s first silent music festival at Everest Base Camp on October 17, aiming to promote adventure tourism while protecting the mountain environment.
17 Jul, 2026
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

NEW YORK, JULY 5Your 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.Adam...
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
Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF)

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

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Zonta Club Kathmandu wins Global Service and Advocacy Award in Canada

Zonta Club Kathmandu has received the prestigious Zonta Excellence in Service and Advocacy Award 2024–2026 at the 67th Zonta International Convention held in Vancouver, Canada, from July 11 to 14.
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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

Science and Tech

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FILE: In this March 29, 2018, file photo, the logo for social media giant Facebook, appears on screens at the Nasdaq MarketSite, in New York's Times Square. Facebook on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, launched an app that will pay users to share information with the social media giant about which apps they're using. Photo: AP/file

Facebook faces ongoing outage, thousands report access problems

Facebook users across multiple regions reported widespread access issues on Sunday afternoon, with the platform's browser version displaying an error message stating that accounts were "temporarily unavailable" due to a site issue.
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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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