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April 16, 2026 · as published by Nepali news portals, newest first
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Bayern Munich Secures Dramatic Champions League Semifinal Berth Against Real Madrid
Kathmandu. In Wednesday's Champions League quarterfinal leg, German club Bayern Munich defeated Spanish giants Real Madrid to secure their place in the semifinals. In an extremely exciting and dram...
Myagdi District Launches Door-to-Door Passport Delivery Service
Myagdi. Passport delivery service has been initiated directly to the doorsteps of service seekers in Myagdi. The District Administration Office has begun providing passports through postal service ...
TeleTalk Launches POCO X8 Series in Nepal: High-Performance X8 Pro 5G and Pro Max 5G Unveiled
TeleTalk introduces POCO X8 Series in Nepal with Enhanced Performance and Advanced Features Kathmandu: TeleTalk has unveiled POCO X8 series and introduced two major devices, X8 Pro 5G and X8 Pro M...
Dabur Nepal Unveils Comedy Darbar Season 3: Watch on Prime TV from April 17
16th April 2026, Kathmandu Dabur Nepal has officially announced its title sponsorship of Comedy Darbar Season 3 through its flagship brand, Dabur Red Toothpaste. Dabur Unveils Comedy Darbar The ...
Nitish Kumar's era ends in Bihar, BJP's Samrat Choudhary sworn in as CM
INDIA, April 16: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Samrat Choudhary took oath as Bihar Chief Minister on Wednesday. Chaudhary arrived at, the Governor's residence, Bihar Lok Bhavan earlier in th...
Diesel, kerosene prices jump by Rs 30
KATHMANDU, April 16: Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has increased the prices of diesel and kerosene by Rs 30 per litre. The new rates will come into effect from Thursday morning.
Govt seeks details of vehicles being used by civil servants to check their misuse
KATHMANDU, April 16: The Office of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers has sought the details of the vehicles being used by staff of various ministries and subordinate offices.
Nepal Rastra Bank Announces Foreign Exchange Rates for Thursday
Kathmandu. Nepal Rastra Bank has determined the foreign exchange rates for today (Thursday). Accordingly, the buying rate for one US dollar is set at 149 rupees 10 paisa, and the selling rate is 14...
TVS NTORQ Hits 150000 Riders Milestone in Nepal; Celebrates with NOG Ride to Shivapuri
16th April 2026, Kathmandu Jagdamba Motors, the authorized distributor of TVS Motor Company in Nepal, proudly celebrated a major milestone as TVS NTORQ crossed 150,000 riders nationwide, reinforci...
Partial influence of westerly and local winds brings weather changes across Nepal
Kathmandu. The weather in Nepal is currently experiencing changes due to the partial influence of westerly and local winds. According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, the country's ...
Nepal Oil Corporation Hikes Fuel Prices Amid Rising International Costs
Kathmandu, 3 Chaitra: The Nepal Oil Corporation has increased the prices of petroleum products. The corporation stated that the price hike for diesel, kerosene, and domestic aviation fuel is effect...
Government’s Transparency Test
The recent disclosure of asset details by members of the new Cabinet has triggered widespread public debate over the sources of their wealth. The issue has gained further traction across social med...
US Senate blocks resolution to curb Trump's war powers against Iran
Washington D.C. A resolution aimed at curbing President Donald Trump's authority to wage war against Iran has failed in the US Senate for the fourth time. Had this resolution passed, it would have...
Trump Administration Expresses Optimism for Iran Conflict Resolution Amid Ongoing Tensions
Washington D.C. The administration of US President Donald Trump expressed optimism on Wednesday regarding a potential agreement to end the ongoing conflict with Iran. Trump claims that the war, whi...
Xi meets Russian FM as leaders flock to China over Middle East war
BEIJING, April 16: China's President Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Wednesday, Chinese state media said, as a string of leaders of countries impacted by the Middle Ea...
Bagmati Province Government Faces Budget Execution Challenges with Low Spending in First Nine Months
Hetauda. The Bagmati Province government has spent only about one-fourth of its total allocated budget by the end of the third quarter of the current fiscal year. As of the end of Chaitra, the prov...
Superstar Anmol KC Announces Five Upcoming Film Projects
Kathmandu. Superstar Anmol KC has announced his five upcoming projects. Through a social media post, he expressed his gratitude while unveiling the films, stating that the stories of the five proje...
Nepali Film 'Bookie' to Premiere in Japan Ahead of Domestic Release
Kathmandu. The film 'Bookie' is set to have its premiere in Japan before its release in Nepal. The premiere will take place on 6 May 2026 at the 'Minato Kumin Center' in Osaka, Japan. Director KC s...
Nepal Eyes Dormant Bank Accounts Containing Nearly 18 Billion Rupees for State Treasury
Kathmandu. It has been found that nearly 18 billion rupees are held in accounts that have remained dormant for 10 years or more. According to the Nepal Rastra Bank, there was 17.63 billion rupees ...
Nepal’s migrant workers: Data the new government can’t ignore
Undocumented workers, arguably among the most vulnerable, remain invisible in official statistics. The new Balen Shah-led government recently unveiled its 100-point road map, which overlooked the ...
Beyond history: Unlocking new avenues in Nepal-UK cooperation
Now is the moment to develop strategic actions aligned with technical competence and national interests. The relation between Nepal and the United Kingdom is time-honoured, quintessential and inef...
US streamer 'Johnny Somali' sentenced to 6 months in South Korea for offensive acts at comfort women statue
Seoul. American livestreamer Johnny Somali has been sentenced to 6 months in prison in South Korea for offensive behavior toward a statue honoring World War II comfort women. He was charged with pu...
On Shah government’s accommodative commitment framework
The government should try to listen to the broadest possible section of the population. By unveiling the draft national commitment framework, the new Balendra Shah government has tried to solidify...
Essential Summer Skincare Guide: Adapting Your Routine for Hot Weather
Kathmandu. During the summer season, the needs of your skin change alongside your clothing and diet. Intense heat, sweat, and pollution directly affect the skin. If you continue using your winter s...
Goan Classic 350 Launched in Nepal: Check Price, Specs, and Features
16th April 2026, Kathmandu The mid-size motorcycle segment in Nepal has just received a dose of soul, style, and nostalgia. Royal Enfield, the global leader in the 250cc–750cc category, has offici...
Government calls Nepal a ‘buffer state’. Foreign policy experts disagree
The label used in a draft government paper raises questions about its relevance in the current geopolitical context. While unveiling a draft national commitment framework, based on the manifestos ...
PM Shah features in TIME’s 100 most influential people list
KATHMANDU, April 16: TIME magazine has included Prime Minister Balendra Shah in its list of the 100 most influential people for 2026.
Hormuz Strait closure takes its toll on global economic growth
Middle East conflict casts shadow over global economy. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could derail global economic recovery, casting ...
Weather updates: Hilly, Himalayan regions to remain generally cloudy
KATHMANDU, April 16: The hilly and Himalayan regions are generally cloudy in different parts of the country at present.
Lumbini Province Records 34.31 Percent Budget Expenditure in Third Quarter of 2082/083
Butwal. The Lumbini Province government has spent 34.31 percent of its total allocated budget for the current fiscal year (2082/083) by the end of the third quarter. During this period from Shrawa...
Nepal ride-hailing law fails to take off despite court orders
Six years after judicial directives, delays persist as Bagmati cites political changes. Riders, companies and commuters face growing risks and disputes. The long-awaited law to govern and facilita...
Cursor Kathmandu Buildathon Merges Ancient Wisdom with Modern AI
Kathmandu. The 'Cursor Kathmandu Buildathon,' organized by the world-renowned AI coding company 'Cursor,' which holds a multi-billion dollar valuation, has concluded. This hackathon focused on deve...
Nawalpur Traffic Police Launches Campaign to Remove Jeep Roofs to Enhance Road Safety
Nawalpur. A campaign has been launched in the hilly regions of Nawalpur (Bardaghat Susta East) to remove the roofs (hoods) of passenger jeeps operating in the area. The District Traffic Police Off...
A new way of dating: Logging off and showing up
In Kathmandu, dating mixers are creating in-person spaces for connection, drawing participants from queer communities and social circles beyond dating apps. Amid the routine rhythms of life in Kat...
PM Cup 2026: Records tumble as Sudurpashchim reach historic final
From Arjun Kumal’s 500+ runs to Aasif Sheikh’s first-ever double century, the eighth Men’s PM Cup saw stars shine and delivered a breakthrough for provincial cricket ahead of the final. The league...
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