ECONOMY
FNCCI urges diplomatic push to ease tea exports to India
FNCCI urges diplomatic push to ease tea exports to India
It called on the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies to engage with the neighboring country to remove the barriers affecting tea exports.
Jun 18, 2026
WORLD
Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in World Cup opener after injury-time winner
Ghana beat Panama 1-0 in World Cup opener after injury-time...
Caleb Yirenkyi bundled in the winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, sending thousands of Ghanaians in Canada's largest city into a frenzy and settling an otherwise attritional battle.
Jun 18, 2026
Market
inDrive Nepal, DGO launch Ride and Win campaign for World Cup fans
inDrive Nepal, DGO launch Ride and Win campaign for World Cu...
The campaign, which runs from June 16 to July 18, aims to enhance the World Cup viewing experience by combining everyday mobility with digital entertainment.
Jun 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt drafts civil service bill allowing lateral entry at top posts
Govt drafts civil service bill allowing lateral entry at top...
13,000 employees would retire under the proposed provision, creating widespread vacancies across the civil service
Jun 18, 2026
OPINION
Nepal and Neighbourhood Perspectives
Nepal and Neighbourhood Perspectives
Nepal’s strategic location between India, China, and engagement with the US makes balanced neighbourhood diplomacy essential to safeguard sovereignty, stability, and development amid intensifying geopolitical competition.
Jun 18, 2026
WORLD
Trump threatens 'dropping bombs' if Iran doesn't 'behave'
Trump threatens 'dropping bombs' if Iran doesn't 'behave'
"No, it's not final. It's a memorandum of understanding," Trump said at the G7, referring to the agreement expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday.
Jun 18, 2026
SPORTS
Brave DR Congo hold Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal to a 1-1 draw at World Cup
Brave DR Congo hold Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal to a 1-1...
Congo, which was playing at the World Cup for the first time in 52 years, became the second African nation to make a strong start in the tournament against European competition following Cape Verde’s 0-0 draw with Spain on Monday.
Jun 18, 2026
ECONOMY
Nepal’s public debt climbs to Rs 2.961 trillion, 44.87% of GDP
Nepal’s public debt climbs to Rs 2.961 trillion, 44.87% of G...
Nepal's public debt has reached Rs 2.961 trillion in the 11 months of the current fiscal year, reaching the country’s debt 44.87 percent of its gross domestic product (GDP).
Jun 18, 2026
Editorial
Fix Relief Gaps
Fix Relief Gaps
Evicted squatters housed in Kathmandu holding centres are facing acute hardship after disruptions in food and basic services, exposing gaps in government rehabilitation efforts and deepening mistrust among displaced families.
Jun 18, 2026
Business & Economy
NRB proposes stricter rules on executive vacancies and employee rights
NRB proposes stricter rules on executive vacancies and emplo...
Banks and financial institutions (BFIs) will not be allowed to keep the posts of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and senior management vacant for more than three months.
Jun 17, 2026