- Sunday, 17 May 2026
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency
The agency said the outbreak in DR Congo's eastern Ituri province, which has seen around 246 suspected cases and 80 deaths reported, does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency.
Today marks 33rd Madan-Ashrit Memorial Day
Today marks the 33rd Memorial Day for Madan Kumar Bhandari, the former general secretary of the CPN (UML), and Jeevraj Ashrit, head of the Organization Department.
169 pilgrims in four days, setting journey for Kailash Mansarovar
The influx of Indian religious tourists to Mansarovar Kailash has begun with the onset of the rainy season, as evidenced by the arrival of 169 pilgrims in just four days.
Govt to expand private sector's role in energy production, trade
The government has announced plans to ensure greater participation of the private sector in electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and energy trade as part of its broader strategy to strengthen the country’s energy economy. According to the new policies and programmes, the government aims to create a more investment-friendly environment to attract domestic and international investors into Nepal’s rapidly growing power sector.
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Disabled entrepreneurs start industry
Sanjay Darnal of Biratnagar lives with a disability caused by spinal cord paralysis. As a resident of Biratnagar, he was compelled to seek ways to earn a daily livelihood. For the past 16 years, Darnal’s daily routine was to cross the border to the Indian market of Jogbani and transporting goods on a tricycle to sell in shops in Biratnagar. By bringing food items and other goods according to demand, he earned up to Rs. 1,000 a day. However, for persons with physical disabilities, physical limitations posed an equally significant challenge. Moreover, bringing goods across the border was not an easy task, and the government was not willing to allow such activities indefinitely.
Deaf School, three others in KMC continue to shine with 100% SEE pass results
Four community schools, including the Naxal-based Central Secondary School for the Deaf, secured a hundred percent pass rate (graded) in the School Education Examinations (SEE) 2082 BS. The results were published on May 11.
Historic paintings on display in Upper Mustang
Paintings reflecting the ancient civilisation of Upper Mustang have been exhibited in Lomanthang Rural Municipality. The solo art exhibition has been organised by artist Tsering Phonjo Gurung from Chhoser, Lomanthang-1.
Abandoned cold storage facility deteriorating
The cold storage facility under construction in Rajbiraj Municipality-15 has been left abandoned for the past five years, and its equipment is now deteriorating. Even after five years since the contractor co
Cost of national pride projects soars to Rs 2415 billion
A government report has revealed that the national pride projects which were forwarded to involve people in the development process and ensure rapid economic development have failed to deliver as per expectation.
Govt committed to press freedom: Communication Minister
Minister for Communication and Information Technology Dr Bikram Timilsina said that the government will not take any steps that will threaten the freedom of press and freedom of expression guaranteed by the constitution.
Japanese Ambassador pays courtesy call on Speaker
Japanese Ambassador to Nepal, Maeda Toru, has paid a courtesy call on Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal today. During the meeting held at the Speaker's Office in Singha Durbar, discussion featured the topics like long-term friendly relations between Nepal and Japan, mutual cooperation and bilateral interest.
Two dead in Pyuthan van accident
According to police inspector Hari Bhattarai, information officer at the Pyuthan district police office, the police found the driver of the van and another person dead on spot as the team reached the site upon getting information and that necessary investigation into the case is underway.
Xi, Trump have private meeting in Beijing
"While President Trump hopes to make America great again, I am dedicated to leading the Chinese people toward national rejuvenation," Xi said, stressing that the two countries can advance their respective development and revitalization by strengthening cooperation.
