North Korea fires ballistic missiles again, flexing muscle amid Iran war
North Korea fired ballistic missiles into the sea on Sunday, accelerating its missile launches amid Iran war tensions and talk of possible meetings with the U.S. and South Korea, Reuters reported.
Pyongyang's intense missile activity - this was the fourth such launch this month and the seventh of the year - is meant to display its self-defence capabilities while gaining international leverage, some experts said.
Huawei launches Band 11 Series in Nepal with a first-of-its-kind fitness event
Huawei has officially entered Nepal's smart wearables market with the launch of its Band 11 Series, unveiled on April 15, 2026, the first day of Nepali New Year 2083. The release was marked by an energetic public event titled “Run with the Beat” – Powered by Huawei, organized in collaboration with Meltdown. The morning event drew large crowds, blending fitness, live music, and a showcase of the brand's latest health technology.
The Band 11 Series is positioned as an everyday health and fitness companion. Key features include comprehensive sleep tracking with heart rate, SpO₂, HRV, and breathing insights, along with 24/7 heart rate and blood oxygen monitoring. The device supports over 100 workout modes and includes stress and emotional wellbeing monitoring with guided breathing exercises. Huawei is also touting up to 14 days of battery life in a lightweight, stylish form factor designed for all-day wear.
The band integrates with the Huawei Health App, offering personalized insights aimed at improving performance, recovery, and overall wellbeing.
The series is available in three variants across Nepal. The entry-level Band 11 (Polymer) is priced at Rs. 9,990, while the Band 11 (Light Aluminum Alloy) comes in at Rs. 11,990. The flagship Band 11 Pro, offering the most advanced feature set, retails at Rs. 14,990.
With this launch, Huawei continues to expand its footprint in Nepal's growing consumer tech market, positioning wearable health technology as an accessible tool for everyday users.
Gold price increases by Rs 1, 200 per tola on Sunday
The price of gold has increased by Rs 1, 200 per tola in the domestic market on Sunday.
According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the precious yellow metal is being traded at Rs 301, 000 per tola today.
Similarly, the price of silver has increased by Rs 95 per tola and is being traded at Rs 5, 225 per tola today.
Man, grandson killed in Bardiya ambulance hit
A man and his grandson died after being hit by an ambulance in Bardiya on Sunday. Two persons including a woman were injured in the incident.
The ambulance (Lu Ba 0305) was heading towards Rajapur after dropping off a patient when it hit four people walking along the roadside from behind.
The deceased have been identified as Bhumiraj Lamichhane (55) and his seven-year-old grandson Riyans Kharel of Gulariya Municipality-5, DSP Pramesh Bista of the District Police Office, Bardiya said.
Grandmother Sita Lamichhane and Surya Upadhyay were injured in the incident.
The condition of Sita is said to be critical.
They are receiving treatment at the Nursing home in Nepalgunj.
Police said that they have impounded the ambulance and arrested its driver for investigation.
