Five bridges along Bheri Corridor left incomplete for seven years
By Krishna Prasad Gautam The delay along the Jajarkot-Dolpa road continues to disrupt transport, inflate prices and force travellers to risk dangerous river crossings during the monsoon.
India’s recurring barriers expose battle over Nepali tea and Darjeeling brand
By Parbat Portel Political pressure and trade competition—not quality alone—lie behind repeated restrictions on Nepali tea exports to India, industry insiders say.
Xi hails ‘unbreakable’ Pakistan ties, praises Iran peace efforts
By Reuters China called for enhancing cooperation in agriculture, industry, artificial intelligence and talent cultivation with Pakistan, Chinese state broadcaster CCTV said.
Iran’s top envoys discussing potential peace deal with Qatar prime minister, official says
By Reuters Trump has said his key aim in the war is to prevent Iran from developing a nuclear weapon with its highly enriched uranium.
Supreme Court annuls arrest warrant against Deuba couple, bars detention
By Durga Dulal & Matrika Dahal The court found that the authorities failed to establish valid legal grounds for arrest under the anti-money laundering law, which requires a reasonable belief that an accused may flee, destroy evidence, or obstruct the investigation.
No hospital in Nepal is equipped to handle potential Ebola cases
By Arjun Poudel Doctors warn that delay in preparedness could turn even a single infection into a major health crisis.
Journalist Kishor Shrestha denies bribery allegations in audio row involving former home minister Gurung
By Daya Dudraj The Chinese Embassy objects to claims of its nationals’ involvement in an alleged audio recording; Shrestha calls it a “coordinated attempt” to discredit him and his media outlet.
Lalitpur court issues 21-day notice to Jyoti Gurung in cooperative fraud case
By Durga Dulal The notice directs former wife of Nepali Congress leader Dhanraj Gurung to appear before the court with evidence in a case linked to the alleged Rs 125 million embezzlement at Miteri Cooperative.
The sequel trend in Nepali cinema: Story continuity or commercial greed?
By Samarpan Shree While films globally often use sequels to deepen storytelling and maintain ideological continuity, the Nepali film industry appears largely driven by the lure of box office returns.
23-member EU delegation to call on PM Shah on Tuesday
By Anil Giri The prime minister is set to meet the foreign ambassadors and diplomats for the second time since assuming office on March 27.
Nepali eatery in Queens earns New York recognition
By Badri Gautam Bimala Hamal Shrestha’s restaurant has become a source of pride for Nepalis in New York, earning a place on the New York Times’ list of the city’s 100 best restaurants and introducing authentic Nepali cuisine to a global audience.
Trump says there is no rush for Iran deal, US blockade stays
By Reuters Trump says the US blockade on Iranian ships in the Strait of Hormuz will remain until a final agreement is signed, while negotiators continue to grapple with disputes over Tehran’s uranium stockpile, sanctions relief and regional security issues.
Archer’s double act fires Rajasthan into IPL playoffs
By Reuters The English fast bowler’s explosive cameo of 32 off just 15 balls, which included three sixes, helped rescue Rajasthan from early trouble before his devastating bowling spell dismantled Mumbai’s chase.
Behind the ‘Big Didi Energy’
By Mokshyada Thapa The Hong Kong–Nepali rapper Suskihanna Gurung uses music to highlight often-unspoken struggles of diaspora youth and creative independence.