- Wednesday, 4 February 2026
PM Karki vows resolving problems related to health insurance scheme
Prime Minister Sushila Karki has expressed commitment that the government would address the problems facing the health insurance scheme. Financial resources would be managed for it, she pledged.
President Paudel returns home from Japan
President Ramchandra Paudel has arrived home today after completing his official visit to Japan.
Election, an opportunity to strengthen democratic practices: Vice President Yadav
Addressing the fifth anniversary of the Indigenous Nationalities Commission here today, the Vice President was of the view that election provides citizens a vital platform to express and exercise their rights. He stated that through elections, Nepali citizens exercise their franchise and help determine state policies, emphasizing that such an opportunity should not be missed.
Two arrested with weapons stolen amid Gen Z protest
18-year-old Rabi Chaudhary, of having a permanent address at Mahottarai, and currently residing in Nayabazar, Pokhara-9, 18-year-old Raj Kumar of India and currently living in Pokhara-2, have been arrested, according to the District Police Office, Mahottari.
Nation
EC issues bank accounts operation and management work procedure
The Election Commission (EC) has issued the bank accounts operation and management work procedure, 2082, urging the political parties and candidates participating in the upcoming March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) elections to make expenses for electoral poll publicity through bank accounts.
PM Karki vows resolving problems related to health insurance scheme
Prime Minister Sushila Karki has expressed commitment that the government would address the problems facing the health insurance scheme. Financial resources would be managed for it, she pledged.
President Paudel returns home from Japan
President Ramchandra Paudel has arrived home today after completing his official visit to Japan.
Sri Lankan Ambassador calls on PM Karki
Newly appointed Sri Lankan Ambassador to Nepal, Ruwanthi Delpitiya, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sushila Karki at the latter's office, Singha Durbar, on Wednesday.
World
India's Modi praised for US trade deal as opposition questions impact on agriculture
Indian lawmakers from the ruling coalition praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday for striking a deal with the U.S. that seeks to reduce tariffs on Indian goods, while the opposition raised questions on the impact on sensitive sectors such as agriculture.
Business
Gold and silver prices up again
The prices of gold and silver in the local market have gone up again today.
Rafting business on Marsyangdi comes to standstill
Floating on a fast-flowing river is a unique kind of thrill. For the more adventurous, riding a boat adds an extra degree of excitement. That is why, a few years ago, the Marsya
WB approves 95 million $ to support sustainable, inclusive finance
The World Bank has approved a USD 95 million operation to help expand access to finance for more than 100,000 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and promote job-led growth in Nepal.
Remittance boosts Nepal’s external sector
Nepal’s external sector showed strong improvement in the first half of the current fiscal year 2025/26, driven by a sharp rise in remittance inflows, a robust current account surplu
Sports
Man City goes big again as EPL clubs dominate transfer window
Manchester City went big again in the January transfer window and will hope it reaps more rewards than last year. City was the bigg
Interview
Strong institutions essential to restore public trust in polls
Nepal’s democratic story is often told through dates of political movements, constitutional milestones, and election cycles. Yet the quieter story, the one that unfolds behind ballot pap
Legitimacy, security and fairness are foremost priorities
With preparations under way for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, concerns over security, electoral integrity, political conduct, and the growing influence of money in politics have taken centre stage.
Society
Election, an opportunity to strengthen democratic practices: Vice President Yadav
Addressing the fifth anniversary of the Indigenous Nationalities Commission here today, the Vice President was of the view that election provides citizens a vital platform to express and exercise their rights. He stated that through elections, Nepali citizens exercise their franchise and help determine state policies, emphasizing that such an opportunity should not be missed.