French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over allegations of child abuse images and deepfakes on X French prosecutors summon Elon Musk over allegations of child abuse images and... Elon Musk has been summoned to Paris on Monday, where investigators are looking into allegations of misconduct related to the social media platform X, including the spread of child sexual abuse material and deepfake content. Elon Musk has been summoned to Paris on Monday, where investigators are looking into allegations of misconduct related to the social media platform X, including the spread of child sexual abuse material and deepfake content. World 20 Apr, 2026
Trump says US negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for talks with Iran Trump says US negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for talks with Iran Iranian officials earlier on Sunday held firm that ships wouldn't pass while the U.S. blockade remained in effect. Iranian officials earlier on Sunday held firm that ships wouldn't pass while the U.S. blockade remained in effect. World 19 Apr, 2026
Iran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire inches toward expiration Iran doubles down on closing the Strait of Hormuz as the ceasefire inches toward... Iran doubled down on its pledge to restrict ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place, as mediators scrambled to secure further talks before the ceasefire expires this week. Iran doubled down on its pledge to restrict ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place, as mediators scrambled to secure further talks before the ceasefire expires this week. World 19 Apr, 2026
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade and fires on ships Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade and fires on ships Iran’s new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, issued defiant remarks on Saturday, saying the navy stands “ready to inflict bitter defeats on its enemies. Iran’s new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, issued defiant remarks on Saturday, saying the navy stands “ready to inflict bitter defeats on its enemies. World 18 Apr, 2026
Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz as Iran reimposes restrictions Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz as Iran reimposes restrictions The dueling blockades in the Strait of Hormuz lurched into uncharted waters on Saturday. The United States pressed ahead with its campaign to choke off Iranian ports and Iran reversed an initial move to reopen the waterway, firing on a ship attempting to pass. The dueling blockades in the Strait of Hormuz lurched into uncharted waters on Saturday. The United States pressed ahead with its campaign to choke off Iranian ports and Iran reversed an initial move to reopen the waterway, firing on a ship attempting to pass. World 18 Apr, 2026
Helicopter crash on Indonesia's Borneo island kills 8 Helicopter crash on Indonesia's Borneo island kills 8 A helicopter flying between palm oil plantations on Borneo Island crashed, killing the eight people on board, Indonesian officials said Friday. A helicopter flying between palm oil plantations on Borneo Island crashed, killing the eight people on board, Indonesian officials said Friday. World 17 Apr, 2026
A 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon goes into effect A 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon goes into effect A 10-day truce appeared to be holding in Lebanon early Friday, promising a pause in fighting between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group and possibly clearing one major obstacle to a deal between Iran and the United States and Israel to end weeks of devastating war. A 10-day truce appeared to be holding in Lebanon early Friday, promising a pause in fighting between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group and possibly clearing one major obstacle to a deal between Iran and the United States and Israel to end weeks of devastating war. World 17 Apr, 2026
Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire Iran has repeatedly insisted that it does not seek a nuclear weapon and that its nuclear program is for peaceful proposes. Iran has repeatedly insisted that it does not seek a nuclear weapon and that its nuclear program is for peaceful proposes. World 16 Apr, 2026
Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context When Putin visited China in September, Xi welcomed his counterpart as an “old friend.” Putin also addressed Xi as “dear friend." When Putin visited China in September, Xi welcomed his counterpart as an “old friend.” Putin also addressed Xi as “dear friend." World 15 Apr, 2026
Ukraine agrees defense deal with Germany to help in fight against Russia Ukraine agrees defense deal with Germany to help in fight against Russia Germany will help Kyiv facilitate the return home of Ukrainian men of military age, Merz said. Germany will help Kyiv facilitate the return home of Ukrainian men of military age, Merz said. World 15 Apr, 2026
Afghan migrants in Poland fear forced deportations as asylum applications remain suspended Afghan migrants in Poland fear forced deportations as asylum applications remain... Afghan migrants in Poland face forced deportations and fear for their lives at the hands of the Taliban-run government back home, Afghan migrants in Poland face forced deportations and fear for their lives at the hands of the Taliban-run government back home, World 14 Apr, 2026
Pakistan proposes second round of US-Iran talks as standoff deepens Pakistan proposes second round of US-Iran talks as standoff deepens Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar on Tuesday floated the idea of cooperation with the Lebanese government to dismantle Hezbollah. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar on Tuesday floated the idea of cooperation with the Lebanese government to dismantle Hezbollah. World 14 Apr, 2026
US military is poised to blockade Iranian ports, while Tehran threatens ports in the Mideast US military is poised to blockade Iranian ports, while Tehran threatens ports in the... Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said his country will try to facilitate a new dialogue in the coming days. Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said his country will try to facilitate a new dialogue in the coming days. World 13 Apr, 2026
Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without... Trump stressed that Tehran’s nuclear ambitions were at the core of the failure to end the war, and said the U.S. was ready to “finish up” Iran at the “appropriate moment." Trump stressed that Tehran’s nuclear ambitions were at the core of the failure to end the war, and said the U.S. was ready to “finish up” Iran at the “appropriate moment." World 12 Apr, 2026
US and Iran prepare for high-level talks as Israel and Hezbollah trade more fire US and Iran prepare for high-level talks as Israel and Hezbollah trade more fire Many issues could derail the truce and the negotiations aimed at making a broader deal to stop the fighting permanently. Many issues could derail the truce and the negotiations aimed at making a broader deal to stop the fighting permanently. World 10 Apr, 2026
Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing For some travelers, it’s not just the cost — it’s the uncertainty that’s changing how they're planning trips. For some travelers, it’s not just the cost — it’s the uncertainty that’s changing how they're planning trips. World 09 Apr, 2026
Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance... Afterward, he issued an all-caps comment on social media suggesting he remained aggrieved. Afterward, he issued an all-caps comment on social media suggesting he remained aggrieved. World 09 Apr, 2026
US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. World 08 Apr, 2026
Trump warns a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if a deal with Iran isn't reached Trump warns a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if a deal with Iran isn't reached Saudi Arabia said it intercepted seven ballistic missiles and four drones launched by Iran. Saudi Arabia said it intercepted seven ballistic missiles and four drones launched by Iran. World 07 Apr, 2026
Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions One of the biggest concerns is the impact the war will have on global hunger. One of the biggest concerns is the impact the war will have on global hunger. World 05 Apr, 2026
Business Premier wins Diplomathon overall best delegation for second consecutive year Premier International IB Continuum School has won the Overall Best Delegation title at the Diplomathon World Symposium 2026 for the second consecutive year, securing eight of the 12 awards presented at the event.
Nepal No blood bank in Bajura: How long can emergency care survive on security forces' donations? A new mother survived life-threatening bleeding following a caesarean delivery at Bajura District Hospital after two police officers rushed to donate blood, highlighting the district's continuing dependence on emergency donors due to the absence of a functioning blood bank.
Business Nepal growth projected to slow to 3.7% after Rasuwa flood: World Bank Nepal's economic growth is projected to slow to 3.7 percent in fiscal year 2026-27 following the devastating Aug. 26 Rasuwa flood, which damaged critical infrastructure and disrupted economic activity, according to the World Bank's latest Nepal Development Update.
Kathmandu Dashain advance ticket booking opens Oct 9 Advance ticket booking for passengers travelling home for Dashain will open from October 9, as authorities step up preparations to manage the seasonal surge in travel from Kathmandu to various districts.
Nepal Youth-led recovery initiative expands from Bethanchok to flood-hit Nuwakot A youth-led community recovery initiative that began in disaster-affected Bethanchok of Kavrepalanchok in 2024 has expanded to flood-affected communities in Belkotgadhi Municipality of Nuwakot, with a focus on psychosocial wellbeing, education, livelihoods and community participation.
Nepal Nepali outdoor educator Jagan Timilsina receives 2026 NOLS Alaska Merit Award Nepali adventure tourism professional and outdoor educator Jagan Timilsina has received the 2026 NOLS Alaska Merit Award, a recognition presented to instructors for their performance and contribution to the NOLS Alaska community.
Health Symposium calls for coordinated national approach to childhood cancer A national symposium on childhood cancer care has called for a coordinated national approach to improve early diagnosis, timely referral, access to treatment and long-term support for children with cancer in Nepal.
Business 'Kriti Connect' held ahead of 13th Kriti Awards Advertising Association of Nepal (AAN) has organised a programme titled ‘Kriti Connect’ as part of the preparations for the 13th Kriti Awards 2083.
Nepal India-funded municipal hospital project inaugurated in Udayapur A multi-storey municipal hospital project supported by the Government of India was inaugurated in Triyuga Municipality-5 of Udayapur district on Sunday.