- Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Small depositors of troubled cooperatives being repaid
According to the Committee, 215 depositors of Kantipur Cooperatives, 156 of Shiva Shikhar Multipurpose Cooperatives and seven of Pashupati Cooperatives got their deposits back.
Lawmakers emphasize implementation of principles and priorities of Appropriation Bill
The Members of Parliament (MPs) in today's House of Representatives (HoR) meeting said the issues included principles and priorities of the Appropriation Bill for the fiscal year 2083/084 BS should be duly implemented.
Bridge construction over Seti-Madi takes pace after six yrs
Sushma Pande, information officer of the infrastructure development office of Tanahu, informed that physical progress of the project has been 70% and that the construction company was directed to complete the works as it was getting delayed
Koshi women struggle to access safe abortion
Constitution guarantees safe motherhood and reproductive health as a fundamental right for women. However, the lack of legal clarity and social awareness continues to make access to safe abortion services challenging in Koshi Province.
Kami Rita breaks own record
Veteran Nepali mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa successfully summited Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) for the 32nd time on Sunday morning, further extending his own world record for the highest number of ascents of the world’s tallest peak.
Truss making on Tamor bridge begins 8 years after construction started
Being built along the Tamor corridor, the bridge connects Angbung, Amarpur of Hilihang Rural Municipality, Pachthar, with Nighuradin of Aathrai Tribeni Rural Municipality-1, Taplejung.
PM Shah congratulates record-holder climbers Kamirita and Lakpa
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has congratulated and expressed deep respect to legendary climbers Kami Rita Sherpa and Lhakpa Sherpa for their historic achievements on the world's highest mountain- Sagarmatha (popularly known as Mt Everest).
592 cartons of e-cigarettes confiscated by Mustang Customs Office
The Mustang Customs Office based at Chhoser Nhechung of Lomanthang-1 in Korola confiscated 592 cartons of e-cigarettes (vapes) on Saturday. The customs serves at the Nepal-China northern border point. The goods were being brought into Nepal in two containers while evading customs duties, according to the Office.
Confusion grows over non-iodised salt as experts raise health concerns
With the opening of salt trade to the private sector, non-iodised salt has become available in the market. Following the entry of less- or non-iodised salt into the market, consumers have become confused about which type of salt they should consume. Gayatri Banjara of Bhaktapur expressed serious concern about which salt should be chosen for consumption now that both iodised salt sold by Salt Trading Corporation (STC) and non-iodised salts of various brands are available in the market.
Deaf trekking guides promoting mountains through sign language
Silent conversations are becoming an increasingly common sight along country’s mountain trails. These conversations are not carried out through spoken words, but through sign language. The growing involvement of deaf trekking guides is opening a new chapter of inclusive tourism in the country, said Nepal Tourism Board in its information to the press on Saturday. Chop Prasad Paudel and Chhiri Sherpa have emerged as inspiring examples of this change. Mountain trekking requires more than physical endurance. It also demands confidence, courage and opportunity. Chop Prasad and Chhiri Sherpa have become examples of that determination.
Govt to boost domestic sugar production
The government clarified that it has taken forward a plan to increase the production of sugar in the country through the cultivation of improved sugarcane varieties, which is aimed at reducing Nepal’s dependence on imported sugar.
Grand ward festival being held in New Road (Photo Feature)
According to Ward Chair of Kathmandu Metropolitan city-22 Chinikaji Maharjan, this festival is being held today, embracing the heritage and vibrant aspects of various sectors within the ward area, including historical, social, commercial, cultural, and religious.
Nepal wins aginst USA with Bhurtel ton
Nepal won against USA by 9 wickets in ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 match held at Kirtipur Cricket Ground today.
