WORLD
Iran fires 'warning shots' as US Navy says its ships entered Gulf via Hormuz
Iran fires 'warning shots' as US Navy says its ships entered...
Earlier, US President Donald Trump had announced a plan to guide ships from neutral countries out of the Gulf, saying it was a humanitarian effort to help their stranded crews.
May 05, 2026
OPINION
Beyond Everest: Nepal’s Next Tourism Strategy
Beyond Everest: Nepal’s Next Tourism Strategy
Nepal must shift from a fragile, international-focused tourism model to a diversified, resilient strategy that leverages domestic travel, emerging niches, and policy reform for sustainable growth.
May 05, 2026
Editorial
Quiet Diplomacy Over Border Noise
Quiet Diplomacy Over Border Noise
Nepal must firmly defend its sovereignty in the Lipulekh dispute while prioritizing quiet, sustained diplomacy, as only respectful negotiations—not public posturing—can resolve long-standing tensions and ensure regional stability.
May 05, 2026
ECONOMY
Industrialist Shekhar Golchha taken into custody again after brief release
Industrialist Shekhar Golchha taken into custody again after...
Industrialist Shekhar Golchha has been re-arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) shortly after being released pursuant to a Supreme Court order.
May 04, 2026
WORLD
India's Modi celebrates 'record' win in opposition-held West Bengal
India's Modi celebrates 'record' win in opposition-held West...
Votes were still being counted under tight security in the state of more than 100 million people, one of five states and territories that held elections in April and May where results were also being announced on Monday.
May 04, 2026
SOCIETY
179 displaced from squatters' settlements taking shelter in Bhaktapur
179 displaced from squatters' settlements taking shelter in...
The training centre of the Nepal Electricity Authority in Kharipati, Changu Narayan Municipality, and the Agricultural Training Centre in Madhyapur Thimi Municipality are currently being used to accommodate them, according to Chief District Officer Umesh Kumar Dhakal.
May 04, 2026
ECONOMY
Tourist arrivals up in Chitwan with a two-day weekend
Tourist arrivals up in Chitwan with a two-day weekend
According to tourism entrepreneurs in Sauraha, the flow of tourists has increased significantly in recent weeks compared to the past. The rise in arrivals has been particularly noticeable since the government introduced a two-day weekend: Saturday and Sunday effective from April 6.
May 04, 2026
POLITICS
UML adopts digital membership system, late renewals to lead to automatic removal
UML adopts digital membership system, late renewals to lead...
The issue was discussed in detail during a demonstration meeting on membership management held at the party’s central office, with the participation of senior leaders including the vice-chairperson, general secretary, provincial leaders and representatives from sister organizations.
May 04, 2026
ECONOMY
Bagmati province pushes ecotourism drive across four national parks
Bagmati province pushes ecotourism drive across four nationa...
According to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, preparations are underway to develop ecotourism infrastructure and tourism promotion activities in Langtang National Park, Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, Chitwan National Park and Parsa National Park.
May 04, 2026
SOCIETY
Pokhara metropolis issues notice to remove encroached structures
Pokhara metropolis issues notice to remove encroached struct...
Originally designated for this purpose fifty years ago, the land has drastically decreased from 205 ropani to 47 ropani due to a lack of proper management. At present, more than 400 families of landless squatters inhabit this area, resulting in persistent traffic congestion, as buses operate from th...
May 04, 2026