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  Kathmandu, August 1 — The bodies of three climbers who died in an accident on Pakistan's Broad Peak have been airlifted by helicopter to a hospital to complete legal procedures. According to the BBC, one of the victims recovered on Friday was 39-year-old Gais, a resident of San Antonio, Texas, USA. The condition of the remaining seven members of the 10-member mountaineering team is still unknown. According to the Alpine Club of Pakistan, several individuals were spotted in the Broad Peak area through aerial drone surveillance. However, it has not yet been confirmed whether they are alive. Rescue teams are expected to resume search and rescue operations on Saturday. Officials say the fate of the missing climbers is likely to become clear only after the operation resumes.

  Janakpurdham, August 1 — The Government of Nepal and the family of Ganesh Yadav, who was killed in a police shooting in Golbazar, Siraha, have reached a seven-point agreement. Home Minister Sudan Gurung visited Yadav's residence in Tulsiyahi, Aurahi Rural Municipality-2, on Friday night and held talks with the bereaved family. The agreement was finalized following the meeting. Under the agreement, the government will immediately begin the process of declaring Ganesh Yadav a martyr. His family will receive financial assistance of Rs. 1 million from the Government of Nepal. The agreement also states that one eligible member of the family will be provided with employment. In addition, Yadav's siblings will receive free education, while his parents will be entitled to free medical treatment at government hospitals. The government has further committed to conducting an impartial investigation into the Golbazar incident, taking legal action against those found responsible, and impl...

  Kathmandu, July 31 — The Government of Nepal and representatives of microfinance victims have reached a five-point agreement following talks held on Friday night. The agreement was reached after discussions between the government’s negotiation team and representatives of the Microfinance Victims' Struggle Committee. Following the deal, the microfinance victims announced the withdrawal of all protest programs, including their hunger strike. Both sides have pledged to implement the agreed points through the necessary procedures. The agreement is seen as an important step toward addressing the long-standing concerns of people affected by microfinance institutions. With the protests now suspended, both the government and the victims have expressed hope that the remaining issues will be resolved through continued dialogue.

  Kathmandu, July 31 — Lawmakers of the ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) representing constituencies across the Madhesh region have pledged to play an active role in preventing any further violence and maintaining peace in their respective areas. During a meeting convened by Prime Minister Balendra Shah at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar on Friday, the lawmakers committed to continuing dialogue with local stakeholders, monitoring those spreading misinformation on social media, and working to preserve communal harmony. The lawmakers also urged the government to strengthen security along the Nepal–India border, temporarily restrict the sale and distribution of alcohol in sensitive areas, gradually lift curfews as the situation improves, and launch public awareness campaigns promoting social harmony, particularly among Gen Z youth. Dhanusha-3 lawmaker Manish Jha called for legal action, through the Press Council, against individuals resp...

  Janakpurdham, July 31 — A man was killed in a sharp weapon attack in Sabaila Municipality–12, Raghunathpur, Dhanusha district, police said. The deceased has been identified as 45-year-old Banthu Raut Gaderi, a resident of Malhaniya, Hanspur Municipality–3. He had been staying at the Hanuman Temple in Raghunathpur during the nights. According to police, unidentified assailants attacked Gaderi with a sharp weapon on Thursday night, killing him at the scene. Police officers reached the site soon after receiving information about the incident and have launched an investigation. Authorities said the motive behind the murder and the identity of those involved are yet to be established. Police have intensified their investigation and are searching for those responsible for the killing.

  Kathmandu, July 31 — A Nepali migrant worker was killed in an Iranian missile strike in Kuwait, according to the Nepali Embassy in Kuwait. The deceased has been identified as 44-year-old Som Kumar Tamang from Tehrathum district. The embassy said he lost his life when an Iranian missile hit a building of a Chinese company located on Fufen Island in northern Kuwait on Thursday. Tamang had been working in Kuwait as a driver since 2022. The missile strike also caused significant damage to the company's building. With this incident, the number of Nepali migrant workers killed in the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel in West Asia has risen to two. Earlier, Diwas Shrestha from Gorkha was killed in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to a statement issued by Kuwait's Ministry of Defense, the Iranian attack targeted a Chinese company building in the country's northern region, killing one worker and causing extensive property damage. Government da...

Kathmandu, July 30: Prime Minister Balendra Shah (Balen) has appealed to the public to remain calm, maintain communal harmony, national unity, and brotherhood as the government responds to tensions reported in several districts across the country. In a 4-minute and 28-second address to the nation delivered in both Nepali and Maithili on Thursday, Prime Minister Shah expressed sorrow over the recent incidents in Dewanganj of Sunsari and parts of Siraha. He paid tribute to the deceased — Jayaprakash Mehta, Omprakash Mehta, and Ganesh Yadav — and extended condolences to their families while wishing a speedy recovery to those injured. The Prime Minister said the government is committed to conducting a fair and impartial investigation into the incidents and ensuring strict legal action against those found responsible. He informed that the Ministry of Home Affairs has already formed an investigation committee, emphasizing that no one responsible would be spared, regardless of their position ...

  Siraha, July 30 — The security situation in Siraha has become more tense after the District Administration Office imposed an indefinite curfew in the Lahan area. The decision was taken after a youth was killed during a protest in Golbazar, leading authorities to tighten security across the district. According to the District Administration Office, the curfew in Lahan Municipality came into effect from 4:00 PM on Thursday and will remain in place until further notice. The restricted area includes the East-West Highway section from Balan River in the east to Saraswati River (west of Batika Hotel) in the west, along with areas extending 500 meters on both sides of the highway. Earlier, the administration had imposed a curfew in various areas of Golbazar Municipality. During a protest there, a youth named Ganesh Yadav of Golbazar-3 died after being hit by a bullet. Another person was injured in the incident and is undergoing treatment at a local health facility. According to local re...

  Kathmandu, July 30 — Authorities have imposed an indefinite curfew in sensitive areas of Dhanusha and Siraha districts following protests linked to the recent incident in Kaptanganj, Sunsari. In Dhanusha, Chief District Officer Prem Prasad Luitel issued a curfew order effective from 3:30 PM on Thursday until further notice. The restriction covers areas including Laxminiya Hat Bazaar Chowk, Sinurjoda Chowk, Laxmipur Bagewa, Belauni Road, the M.Q. Steel area, sections of the Hulaki Highway, Nagarain Municipality, Sohani, Manimandap, Nepal Nursery, ISKCON Janakpur, the Dumatmati Bridge, Bela, and the Kadari Mosque. Meanwhile, in Siraha, the District Administration Office imposed a curfew in Golbazar starting at 2:00 PM on Thursday. According to Chief District Officer Surendra Paudel, the order will remain in effect until further notice. The restricted zone extends from Kasha Khola in Golbazar Municipality-3 to Choharwa Chowk in the west, and from Sainik Chowk in Ward No. 6 to the ar...

Dang, July 30 — The Lumbini Provincial Government has approved a major restructuring of its ministries to improve administrative efficiency and streamline government operations. Under the new structure, the province will now have the Office of the Chief Minister and Council of Ministers along with eight ministries, reducing the total number of government offices to nine. The decision was made during a Provincial Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Chet Narayan Acharya on Wednesday. The Cabinet endorsed the "Provincial Government (Division of Work) Regulations, 2083," introducing a new administrative framework. According to Minister for Physical Infrastructure Development Ratna Bahadur Khatri, the province has reorganized its government structure, which previously operated through 12 ministries, by merging several ministries and redistributing their responsibilities. Under the new arrangement, the Ministry of Youth and Sports has been merged into the Ministry of Social D...

  Kathmandu, July 30 — The United States has launched large-scale airstrikes on multiple strategic locations inside Iran after Iran fired ballistic missiles at a U.S. military base in Jordan, reigniting tensions across the Middle East. The military operation began just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Iran would face a strong response. According to Iranian state media, powerful explosions were reported in the cities of Abadan, Bandar Abbas, and Bushehr. The strikes have drawn particular international attention because Bushehr is home to Iran's only nuclear power plant. Local sources also reported that a missile struck a residential area on Qeshm Island, while several strategic sites in Khuzestan Province were targeted during the attacks. Amid the growing conflict, the United States and Saudi Arabia also carried out joint airstrikes against Iran-backed Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) positions in Iraq. Initial reports indicate that at least 20 fighters were kill...

  Kathmandu, July 29 — Doctors across Nepal have suspended their nationwide protest after reaching a five-point agreement with the government, paving the way for the gradual resumption of regular hospital services. The agreement was reached during talks held on Wednesday at the Ministry of Health and Food Safety. The agreement was signed by Health Secretary Bikash Devkota, Ministry of Law Secretary Parashwar Dhungana, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies Secretary Narayan Prasad Sharma Duwadi, and Nepal Medical Association President Dr. Badri Rijal. The protest was triggered by the assault on Dr. Pramod Ram, a physician at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj, Parsa. Dr. Ram is currently receiving treatment at the National Trauma Center in Kathmandu. In response to the incident, doctors across the country had halted all non-emergency medical services for two days under the call of the Nepal Medical Association, demanding stronger protection for healthcare professionals and action ag...

  Surkhet, July 29 — Newly appointed Karnali Province Chief Minister Mangal Bahadur Shahi was sworn into office on Wednesday during a ceremony held at the Office of the Provincial Head in Birendranagar. Provincial Head Yagya Raj Joshi administered the oath of office and secrecy to Shahi, who was appointed as the fifth Chief Minister of Karnali Province under Article 168(2) of Nepal's Constitution on Tuesday. Shahi, who also serves as the parliamentary leader of the Nepal Communist Party (NCP), secured the position with the backing of the NCP and the CPN-UML. In the 40-member Karnali Provincial Assembly, at least 21 lawmakers are required to form a majority government. The NCP and CPN-UML together hold 24 seats, giving the coalition a comfortable majority. Shahi's appointment follows a power-sharing agreement reached on July 25 between CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli and Nepal Communist Party Coordinator Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda." Under the agreement, the leadershi...

  Kathmandu, July 29 — The leadership of the District Police Office in Parsa has been changed, with Superintendent of Police (SP) Sudip Pathak transferred to the Nepal Police Headquarters and SP Pawan Bhattarai appointed as the new chief of the district. Bhattarai, who had been serving as the spokesperson for the Kathmandu Police Range, left for Parsa on Wednesday to assume his new responsibilities. He was transferred to Kathmandu from Palpa following the Gen Z movement and had since been working as the police spokesperson in the capital. Meanwhile, SP Dan Bahadur Thapa, previously serving at the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), has been assigned as the new spokesperson for the Kathmandu Police Range. SP Pathak's transfer comes after allegations that he behaved inappropriately toward a delegation of doctors during discussions following the reported mistreatment of medical professionals at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj. The incident prompted the Nepal Medical Association and other...

  Biratnagar, July 29 — An indefinite curfew imposed in Sunsari district following a violent clash in Kaptanganj of Dewanganj Rural Municipality has left major markets, the Koshi Highway, and surrounding areas deserted on Wednesday morning. The District Administration Office, Sunsari, enforced the curfew after incidents of violence, stone-pelting, arson, and threats to public security. The order was issued under Section 6(a) of the Local Administration Act, 2028, following a decision by the District Security Committee. Chief District Officer Ishwari Prasad Aryal said the curfew will remain in effect until further notice. Movement of people, public gatherings, rallies, demonstrations, meetings, and protests have been completely prohibited in the designated areas. Authorities have warned that anyone violating the order will face legal action. The curfew covers Ward Nos. 16 and 17 of Itahari Sub-metropolitan City along a 200-meter stretch on both sides of the Mahendra Highway, Ward No...

Kathmandu, July 29 — The United States military has claimed that Iran launched a surprise ballistic missile attack targeting U.S. military bases in the Middle East. According to the U.S. military, all incoming missiles were successfully intercepted, preventing any damage or casualties. The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said the attack took place on Tuesday evening but did not disclose the exact locations or military installations that were targeted. Following the incident, U.S. and Saudi Arabian forces reportedly carried out a joint military operation against Iran-backed militant positions in eastern Iraq. CENTCOM stated that the operation was conducted in response to 30 drone attacks on U.S. military bases over the past 72 hours, alleging that the attacks were supported by Iran. Iran has not yet issued an official response to the U.S. allegations. The reported missile attack comes at a time when direct military confrontation between the two countries had subsided and hopes were growi...

Kathmandu, July 29 — The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has continued its nationwide protest for a second day, keeping all non-emergency health services suspended across the country in response to the attack on doctors and healthcare workers at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj. The association launched the protest on Tuesday, demanding strict legal action against those involved in the assault on medical staff and the vandalism at the hospital. The NMA said the movement would continue until the government takes decisive action against the perpetrators. As part of Wednesday’s protest, doctors and healthcare professionals are holding a demonstration at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu from 10:00 a.m. In districts outside the capital, medical professionals are submitting memorandums through the respective Chief District Officers (CDOs) while staging sit-ins and peaceful protests at their workplaces. The Nepal Medical Association has urged the government to ensure the safety of healthcare worker...

  Kathmandu/Biratnagar, July 28 — The security situation in Sunsari district remains tense after a young man was killed in police firing during clashes between two groups in Dewanganj Rural Municipality. Despite the deployment of a joint security force comprising the Nepal Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force (APF), and the National Investigation Department, authorities have yet to fully restore normalcy. Following the incident, the government reshuffled key security officials, citing lapses in intelligence gathering and security management. Sunsari Chief District Officer Basudev Ghimire, Koshi Province Police Chief DIG Binod Ghimire, Sunsari Police Chief SP Keshav Kumar Thebe, and several other security officials were relieved of their responsibilities. Ishwari Prasad Aryal has been appointed as the new Chief District Officer, while DIG Shekhar Khanal has assumed command of the provincial police. The violence began on Sunday night in Kaptanganj, Dewanganj-3, after a dispute betw...

  Kathmandu, July 28: A total of 67 doctors at Narayani Hospital have submitted a collective resignation, alleging that they no longer feel safe working at the hospital after an attack on medical staff and what they describe as mistreatment by local authorities. According to Dr. Uday Narayan Singh, the resignations were submitted to Medical Superintendent Dr. Chitranjan Sah. He said signatures from the remaining doctors are still being collected and that more resignations are expected. Dr. Singh stated that the doctors had participated in discussions with the district administration and police in hopes of restoring a safe environment and resuming medical services following Saturday's attack on hospital staff. However, he claimed that instead of receiving support, the doctors were detained for several hours, verbally abused, and treated like criminals. "We went to the meeting to create an environment where we could return to treating patients after the attack on us. Instead, we...

  Birgunj, July 28 — Doctors working at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj have submitted collective resignations in protest against the vandalism at the hospital and the physical assault on medical personnel. The doctors had launched a protest demanding action against those involved in the incident and the resignation of the Chief District Officer and District Police Chief of Parsa. After their demands were not addressed, they decided to submit mass resignations. According to pediatrician Dr. Ramsufal Ram of Narayani Hospital, around 70 doctors are currently working at the hospital, and most of them have already submitted their resignations. He said that 30 doctors had handed over their resignation letters to Medical Superintendent Dr. Chittaranjan Shah at around 10 p.m. on Monday. Dr. Ram said that by Tuesday, around 60 to 65 doctors had already submitted their resignations, while some remaining doctors were also preparing to do so. The protesting doctors have warned that if their dema...

  Kathmandu, July 28 — The attack on doctors and healthcare workers at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj has triggered nationwide protests within Nepal’s medical community. The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has suspended all non-emergency health services across the country on Tuesday, while the Ministry of Health and Population has instructed hospitals to continue providing regular medical services. According to the NMA, the protest follows the violent attack on doctors and healthcare workers at Narayani Hospital on July 25, as well as alleged mistreatment of medical professionals during a meeting at the Parsa District Administration Office. The association claimed that its central executive members and the president of its Narayani branch were verbally abused, and that Dr. Pramod Ram sustained a serious head injury during the incident. The association has demanded the immediate arrest and strict legal action against those responsible under Nepal’s Health Worker and Health Institution...

  Kathmandu, July 28 — Nepal will face Kazakhstan in the fifth-place playoff of the CAVA Men’s Volleyball Championship on Tuesday, hoping to register its first victory of the tournament. The match will be played in Islamabad, Pakistan, and is scheduled to begin at 10:45 a.m. Nepal time. Nepal has already been eliminated from the championship after losing all five of its previous matches. However, the team will be looking to finish its campaign on a positive note with a win over Kazakhstan. Earlier in the tournament, Nepal suffered a narrow 3–2 defeat against Kazakhstan in the opening round-robin match. The upcoming fixture gives Nepal another opportunity to challenge the same opponent for fifth place. During the championship, Nepal lost 3–0 to both Pakistan and Uzbekistan, while it was narrowly defeated 3–2 by Kazakhstan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The Nepali team will now aim to end its campaign with a strong performance and secure its first win of the competition.

  Kathmandu, July 28 — Authorities have lifted the curfew imposed in parts of Inaruwa, Sunsari, as the security situation has gradually improved. The decision was made to restore normalcy and ensure smooth traffic movement along the East-West Highway. According to Assistant Chief District Officer Poshan Lamichhane, the curfew has been removed from the border areas of Inaruwa Municipality Wards 3 and 6, the Koshi Barrage Bridge, and sections of the Mahendra Highway. However, the curfew remains in force in Dewanganj and Harinagar Rural Municipalities due to ongoing security concerns. The Nepal Army continued security patrols in the affected areas on Tuesday morning as authorities maintained heightened vigilance despite the improving situation. Following an all-party meeting held on Monday, local leaders agreed to work toward restoring peace. As part of the initiative, harmony rallies are scheduled to take place in several locations on Tuesday to promote communal unity. The unrest beg...

  Biratnagar, July 27 — The Nepal Army has been deployed in Dewanganj Rural Municipality-3, Kaptanganj, in Sunsari district after protesters defied a curfew order and engaged in arson and vandalism, prompting the government to launch a high-level investigation into the incident. According to local authorities, the security situation deteriorated on Monday morning when protesters ignored the curfew, took to the streets, burned tires, and continued demonstrations. Despite the deployment of large contingents of Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel, the growing crowd proved difficult to control, leading authorities to call in the Nepal Army. Armored vehicles and heavily armed army personnel were dispatched to the area, helping security forces gradually restore order. Sunsari Chief District Officer Basudev Ghimire said the army's deployment became necessary after the situation went beyond the control of the police. Before the army arrived, protesters vandalized and set fire to ...

  Biratnagar, July 27 — A 24-year-old man was killed after police opened fire to control a violent clash between two groups in Kaptanganj of Dewanganj Rural Municipality-3, Sunsari, late Sunday night. Sixteen people, including protesters and police personnel, were injured in the incident, prompting authorities to impose an indefinite curfew in five market areas. According to police, the dispute began when a group of youths was heading toward the Saptakoshi River for the Bolbam pilgrimage on the holy Monday of the Nepali month of Shrawan while playing loud music on a DJ system. Another group objected to the late-night noise, and the argument quickly escalated into a violent clash. Police initially used tear gas and fired warning shots into the air to disperse the crowd. When the situation failed to come under control, officers opened fire. The deceased has been identified as 24-year-old Om Prakash Mehta of Kaptanganj. He sustained gunshot injuries and was rushed to Neuro Hospital in...

  Kathmandu, July 27 — Nepal will take on Namibia today in a crucial ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 match during the ongoing tri-nation ODI series in the Netherlands. The match is scheduled to begin at 2:45 PM Nepal time. The game is a must-win encounter for Nepal, who have suffered defeats in both of their opening matches in the series. They lost by eight wickets to Namibia in the first game and by six wickets to hosts Netherlands in the second, leaving the team under significant pressure. Nepal's hopes of securing direct qualification for the ICC Cricket World Cup Global Qualifier now depend on a strong finish in their remaining League 2 fixtures. The top four teams in the eight-nation League 2 standings will advance directly to the Global Qualifier, while the bottom four will have to compete in a playoff. Currently, Nepal sit fifth in the standings with 24 points from 30 matches. After today's match, they will have five more games remaining, including four in the final serie...

  Kathmandu, July 26 — Nepal Police's Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has arrested a lecturer accused of leaking the question paper of Tribhuvan University's Master of Business Studies (MBS) first-semester examination. The arrested lecturer has been identified as Sandeep Singh, 33, who teaches Finance at Himalayan College in Koteshwor and Kathmandu Model College (KMC) in Bagbazar. According to the CIB, Singh was arrested on Sunday from Madhyapur Thimi Municipality-1 in Bhaktapur. He is a permanent resident of Ghodaghodi Municipality-11 in Kailali district. Police have launched an investigation against him under Nepal's Education Act. The case relates to the MGT 515: Organizational Behavior examination held on July 24 (Shrawan 8). Investigators found that the question paper was shared in a WhatsApp group just minutes after the examination began. The incident came to light after screenshots of the WhatsApp group, showing the leaked question paper, circulated on social medi...

Birgunj, July 26 — Doctors at Narayani Hospital in Birgunj have suspended all medical services, including emergency care, in protest after healthcare workers were allegedly assaulted by the relatives of a deceased patient. The incident occurred on Saturday after 45-year-old Raj Kumar Patel, a resident of Ward No. 25 of Birgunj Metropolitan City, died while receiving treatment in the hospital's emergency department. Following his death, family members accused doctors and hospital management of medical negligence and staged a protest, during which doctors and healthcare staff were reportedly physically attacked. In response to the incident, the hospital administration relieved five healthcare workers involved in the patient's treatment of their duties until an investigation is completed. The Nepal Medical Association's Narayani Regional Committee announced a protest on Sunday, putting forward a four-point demand. The committee has called for strict legal action against those ...

  photo-Ai Kathmandu, July 26 — Nepal Police have seized 170 kilograms of marijuana and a quantity of brown sugar (heroin) in separate anti-drug operations carried out in Kathmandu, Parsa, and Morang districts. Three individuals have been arrested, while a large cache of marijuana was also recovered in an abandoned condition. In Kathmandu, police recovered 30 kilograms of marijuana during a routine vehicle inspection in Sundarijal at around 1:00 a.m. on Saturday. The drugs were found on a motorcycle bearing registration number Ba 83 Pa 4377 . Two suspects— 26-year-old Avatar Singh Tamang , originally from Helambu-3, Melamchi Municipality, Sindhupalchok, and currently residing in Alapot, Kageshwari Manohara Municipality-2, Kathmandu, and 54-year-old Ambak Tamang of Sundarijal—were arrested in connection with the seizure. They have been taken into custody at the Bouddha Police Circle for further investigation. In a separate operation, police recovered 140 kilograms of marijuana...

Kathmandu, July 26 — Devastating wildfires raging across France and Spain have forced more than 250,000 people to flee their homes, as extreme heat, strong winds, and dry conditions continue to fuel the flames. In southwestern France, the wildfire has spread toward the city of Bordeaux, prompting authorities to evacuate residents from seven towns west of the city overnight. Officials said the blaze remains out of control and has expanded to within 40 to 50 kilometers of Bordeaux, with thick smoke reaching the city and affecting air quality. Around 200,000 people have been evacuated from the Gironde and Landes regions alone. France has deployed military personnel, firefighting aircraft, and ground crews to contain the fire by clearing vegetation and building firebreaks. Several European Union member states have also joined the firefighting effort. Croatia has sent three Canadair water-bombing aircraft, Portugal has deployed two Air Tractor firefighting planes, while the Czech Republic a...

  Kathmandu, July 26 — Nepal will take on Bangladesh today in a crucial match of the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Championship, currently being held in Islamabad, Pakistan. The match is scheduled to begin at 1:45 PM Nepal time. After suffering three consecutive defeats, Nepal will be aiming for their first victory of the tournament. The match is considered a must-win encounter if the team hopes to keep its semifinal ambitions alive. In their previous outing, Nepal were outclassed by hosts Pakistan in straight sets, losing 25–14, 25–18, 25–10. Earlier in the tournament, Nepal also lost closely contested five-set matches against Kazakhstan and Sri Lanka. The competition follows a single round-robin format, with the top four teams advancing to the semifinals. Teams finishing outside the top four will compete for fifth place. Nepal will play their final league-stage match against Uzbekistan on Monday. Before that, the team will be looking to bounce back with a much-neede...

  Kathmandu, July 25 — The CPN-UML and the Nepal Communist Party (NCP) have reached a three-point agreement on the formation and operation of provincial governments. The agreement was formally signed on Saturday by CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli and NCP Coordinator Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda'. Under the agreement, the two parties have agreed to share the leadership of five provincial governments through mutual understanding. However, the leadership and government formation in Gandaki and Madhesh provinces will be decided after further consultations with other political parties. Both parties expressed their commitment to strengthening cooperation and ensuring stable, effective, and people-oriented provincial governments. The agreement is expected to accelerate the process of forming provincial governments and finalising leadership arrangements. Political observers view the deal as a significant step toward shaping the new provincial power-sharing framework, while discussions ...

  Surkhet, July 25 — Karnali Province Chief Minister Yamalal Kandel has resigned from his post while addressing a meeting of the Provincial Assembly on Saturday. A no-confidence motion against Kandel had been registered in the Provincial Assembly on July 16 (Shrawan calendar equivalent) by 16 lawmakers from the Nepali Congress and the CPN. The Assembly meeting was convened on Saturday afternoon to discuss the motion, but Kandel announced his resignation before the debate began. The political crisis had intensified after four ministers from the coalition partner Nepali Congress resigned from the Karnali provincial government on July 15, leaving the government in a weakened position. Addressing the Assembly, Kandel said that holding on to power was never his priority and that the position of Chief Minister was not more important than the interests of the province. Yamalal Kandel was appointed Chief Minister of Karnali Province on April 9, 2024 (Chaitra 27, 2080 BS). His resignation h...

  Dhangadhi — The health condition of senior medical reform activist Prof. Dr. Govinda KC has worsened while he is on a hunger strike in Dhangadhi demanding reforms in Nepal’s medical education and healthcare sectors. He has been shifted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Seti Provincial Hospital for treatment and close monitoring. According to Dr. Amrit Jaishi, a close aide of Dr. KC, he was transferred to the ICU after his blood sugar level dropped significantly and his blood pressure became unstable. Doctors recommended hospitalisation due to his deteriorating health condition. Dr. Jaishi said Dr. KC’s blood sugar level, which was recorded at 56 mg/dL on Friday evening, dropped to 50 mg/dL during a test on Saturday morning. His blood pressure has also been fluctuating continuously. Dr. KC has also developed other health complications, including muscle cramps, difficulty speaking, and problems walking and using the bathroom. His condition became critical within three days of sta...

  photo-Ai Janakpur, July 25 – The Chief of the Groundwater Resources and Irrigation Development Division Office in Karmaiya, Sarlahi, Anupama Dhakal, and Mechanical Officer Tulakant Chaudhary have been arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe. A team from the Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA), Bardibas Office, raided the division chief's official residence in Bagmati Municipality–12 on Friday evening. During the search, officials recovered Rs 750,000 in cash allegedly received from a service recipient. The money was reportedly found on the sofa where Dhakal was sitting. Investigators also seized an additional Rs 71,115 in cash whose source could not be verified, bringing the total amount recovered to Rs 821,115. According to the CIAA, the alleged bribe was demanded after several Water Users' Committees completed borewell and irrigation pump installation projects and sought payment for the completed work. The anti-graft body alleges that Dhakal instr...

  Kyiv, July 25 — At least 15 people were killed and around 100 others injured after Russia launched a ballistic missile strike targeting a drone technology exhibition near Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, Ukrainian officials said. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the exhibition was attended by senior defense officials and drone technology experts when the attack took place on Saturday afternoon. The exhibition site suffered the heaviest damage, with 10 of the deaths reported there. In eastern Ukraine, five more people were killed in a Russian glide bomb attack on the city of Sloviansk, while two others lost their lives in the northern city of Sumy, according to Ukrainian military officials. The attack came a day after President Zelenskyy revealed that Ukrainian intelligence had warned of a possible large-scale Russian missile strike within 48 hours. Ukraine's Air Force spokesperson Yurii Ihnat said Russia launched three ballistic missiles toward the Kyiv region, b...

  Kathmandu, July 25 — Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has amended its Integrated Payment System Directive, 2082, making the National Identity Card (National ID) mandatory for opening and updating digital wallet accounts in an effort to strengthen the country's digital payment system. According to a circular issued by the Payment Systems Department on Friday, licensed payment service providers must now verify a Nepali citizen's details against the electronic records of the National Identity Card before opening a new digital wallet account. The revised directive also requires all existing wallet users to update their National ID number in their digital wallets by mid-October 2026 (end of Ashoj 2083). Payment service providers have been instructed to collect users' self-declarations regarding their National ID details through mobile applications or other suitable channels. For users who have not yet obtained a National ID, wallet providers must send regular reminders encouraging them...

  Siraha, July 24 — Traffic police have fined the rider of a motorcycle after a video showing Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lawmaker Bablu Gupta performing a risky stunt while riding went viral on social media. The viral video shows Gupta, who was elected to the House of Representatives from Siraha Constituency-1, standing on the back of a moving Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle. The footage sparked widespread criticism online, with many questioning the violation of traffic safety rules. Following public concern, the District Traffic Police Office in Lahan took action against the motorcycle rider, Pitambar Chaudhary, for violating traffic regulations. According to the police, the rider of the Bagmati Province 02-025 Pa 5231 motorcycle was fined Rs. 500 under the Vehicle and Transport Management Act, 1993 (2049 B.S.). Traffic police also released a copy of the fine receipt confirming the penalty imposed on the rider. Meanwhile, MP Bablu Gupta admitted his mistake and apologized thro...