Health
African swine fever kills over 250 pigs in Gorkha
African swine fever kills over 250 pigs in Gorkha
The Veterinary Hospital and Livestock Services Expert Center in Gorkha said the disease has killed over 250 pigs so far, with infections reported in farms across several local levels.
Jun 30, 2026
WORLD
Putin acknowledges fuel shortages after Ukraine strikes
Putin acknowledges fuel shortages after Ukraine strikes
Kyiv calls the attacks fair retribution for Russia's near-daily barrages on Ukrainian civilians and energy infrastructure since its February 2022 offensive.
Jun 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Authorities tighten Phewa safety rules, ban boating after 6 PM, solo kayaking under-16s
Authorities tighten Phewa safety rules, ban boating after 6...
The new directive prohibits all water-based tourism activities at the lake after the evening deadline.
Jun 30, 2026
WORLD
EU, China trade tensions loom over minister visit
EU, China trade tensions loom over minister visit
The European Union has turned its attention to China as Brussels frets over increasing trade imbalances between the 27-nation bloc and the Asian powerhouse.
Jun 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Farmers worry over shrinking area for rice cultivation
Farmers worry over shrinking area for rice cultivation
Farmer Kedar Bidari from Tokha said that the size of arable land is shrinking not only in Tokha but also in the Kathmandu Valley. "Kathmandu Valley is a highly fertile region. However, rapid urbanisation has resulted in the significant loss of its arable land," he said.
Jun 30, 2026
SOCIETY
40 tons of Taichin Chiura sold in a single day in Bhaktapur
40 tons of Taichin Chiura sold in a single day in Bhaktapur
Taichin Chiura has been sold from Bhaktapur for Rs 250 per kg.
Jun 30, 2026
WORLD
Pakistani airstrikes kill 36 civilians in Afghanistan and wound 160, officials say
Pakistani airstrikes kill 36 civilians in Afghanistan and wo...
Pakistan said the operations were launched in response to militant attacks across Pakistan. Security forces carried out a ground operation along the border late Sunday, followed by strikes against militant hideouts and safe havens, killing 29 fighters, Pakistan's Information Minister Attaullah Tarar...
Jun 30, 2026
OPINION
Bhutan's Seven 'E's: A Traveller's Perspective
Bhutan's Seven 'E's: A Traveller's Perspective
A week in Bhutan revealed seven defining strengths—from environmental stewardship and English education to pragmatic governance and global openness—that offer valuable lessons for neighbouring countries.
Jun 30, 2026
OPINION
The Moral Case for Reservations in Nepal
The Moral Case for Reservations in Nepal
Symbolic gestures towards inclusion are welcome, but Nepal can achieve genuine social justice only by fostering an informed national conversation on reservations as a tool to redress historical caste-based discrimination.
Jun 30, 2026
SPORTS
Brazil down Japan with last-gasp Martinelli goal to reach last 16
Brazil down Japan with last-gasp Martinelli goal to reach la...
Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored deep in injury time as Brazil fought back from a goal down to defeat Japan 2-1 in a thrilling round-of-32 tie on Monday and continue their quest for a sixth World Cup title. Japan, who opened the score after 29 minutes, exit the tournament having once again faile...
Jun 30, 2026