Editorial
New Taxes, New Struggles for Nepali Households
New Taxes, New Struggles for Nepali Households
The government's new taxes on electricity, education and healthcare risk increasing living costs for ordinary households at a time when economic activity remains weak and purchasing power is already under strain.
Jun 01, 2026
ECONOMY
3 pc VAT on private schools’ fees earmarked for inclusive education facility: FinMin Wagle
3 pc VAT on private schools’ fees earmarked for inclusive ed...
Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has urged that the proposed three percent contributions in the fees charged by private schools must not be considered as an additional burden on the middle class, as the funds will be aimed for promoting an ‘equity fund.’
May 31, 2026
POLITICS
PM Shah's border comments referred to cross-border occupation: MoFA
PM Shah's border comments referred to cross-border occupatio...
In a statement issued on Sunday in response to media queries, the MoFA said Prime Minister Shah's observation that "in some places, Indian land may be located on the Nepali side" was linked to the issue of cross-border occupation and encroachment of the no-man's land (Dashgaja), rather than any alte...
May 31, 2026
ECONOMY
Gold price jumps by Rs 20,500 per tola as govt doubles customs rate to 20 pc
Gold price jumps by Rs 20,500 per tola as govt doubles custo...
The new customs duty provision on gold introduced in the budget for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/27 has triggered the price of the precious metal massively on Sunday, with an unprecedented single-day jump in gold price by Rs 20,500 per tola.
May 31, 2026
Market
Ascent Summit 2026 brings together global mountaineering community in Kathmandu
Ascent Summit 2026 brings together global mountaineering com...
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The one-day event, presented by the U.S. Embassy Nepal in partnership with the Nepal Tourism Board and Seven Summit Treks, took place at Aloft Kathmandu Thamel. It focused on key issues including expedition safety, tourism development, innovation, leadership, and the evolving systems of Himalayan mo...
May 31, 2026
POLITICS
PM Shah promises land to genuine squatters, landless ones
PM Shah promises land to genuine squatters, landless ones
Responding to a query from a lawmaker from the Shram Sanskriti Party, Aaren Rai, during a meeting of the House of Representatives (HoR) today, the PM reminded that citizens living in vulnerable settlements along riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley were evacuated to safer areas.
May 31, 2026
ECONOMY
FinMin Wagle claims “extraordinary effort” in new budget to improve implementation
FinMin Wagle claims “extraordinary effort” in new budget to...
Speaking at a press briefing at the Ministry of Finance on Sunday, Wagle said efforts have been made to address what he described as a 40-year-long narrative that budget execution remains weak.
May 31, 2026
POLITICS
UML objects to PM’s border remarks, seeks clarification
UML objects to PM’s border remarks, seeks clarification
Neeraj Acharya, head of the party’s Publicity and Publications Department, said the prime minister’s statement had created unnecessary controversy and confusion on matters related to nationalism.
May 31, 2026
POLITICS
PM Balen's remarks on border dispute with India draws flak
PM Balen's remarks on border dispute with India draws flak
PM urged to mind dignity of his office while speaking in Parliament
While responding to lawmakers’ questions, Shah said that after becoming prime minister, he learned that “not only has India encroached on Nepal’s land, but Nepal has also encroached on India’s land in...
May 31, 2026
Market, SOCIETY
Speakers call for responsible journalism amid rising misinformation
Speakers call for responsible journalism amid rising misinfo...
At the program titled “Citizens’ Expectations: Responsible Journalism,” organized by Editors' Society Nepal (ESON), participants said the media remains a key pillar of transparency, accountability and social change.
May 31, 2026