- Wednesday, 4 February 2026
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
Election Commission mandates strict Banking procedures for campaign financing
In an effort to bolster fiscal transparency and accountability during the upcoming parliamentary elections, the Election Commission of Nepal has implemented the ‘Procedures on Elec
Ghandruk to host festival for tourism promotion
Ghandruk, a tourist village along the Annapurna Circuit, is set to host a festival aimed at attracting and promoting national and international tourists.
Japanese Prime Minister calls on President Paudel
President Paudel expressed this view during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Ms TAKAICHI Sanae in Tokyo today. The President is currently on a four-day visit of Nepal. “We are grateful for the continuous support, goodwill and understanding of the Japanese government towards us, and we want to work together with the Japanese leadership in the coming days to further strengthen the friendly relations and mutual cooperation,” said President Paudel, according to the President's press advisor Kiran Pokharel.
Nation
President Paudel meets Emperor Naruhito
President Ramchandra Paudel has met with Emperor Naruhito of Japan at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo, highlighting the deep-rooted friendship and developmental partnership between the two nations.
Army in field from today for March polls security
The Nepali Army will hit the streets from Wednesday for regular patrolling and other necessary security surveillance to ensure security for the House of Representatives election sc
Election Commission mandates strict Banking procedures for campaign financing
In an effort to bolster fiscal transparency and accountability during the upcoming parliamentary elections, the Election Commission of Nepal has implemented the ‘Procedures on Elec
Approval to recall Social Media Bill from Federal Parliament
The interim government has approved withdrawal of the Social Media Bill-2081 BS from the Federal Parliament.
World
Trump says seeking $1 billion in damages from Harvard
US President Donald Trump said Monday his administration would seek $1 billion in damages from Harvard University after a New York Times report said the college had won some concessions in ongoing settlement negotiations with the government.
Business
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
Strategic partner for NEPSE restructuring recommended
A study committee has submitted its report to the government with recommendation to bring strategic partner for the Nepal Stock Exchange Limited (NEPSE) reforms, capital increment and ownership restructuring.
WB approves $95 million to expand access to finance for over 100,000 SMEs
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a $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.
Sports
England and Brook seek redemption at T20 World Cup
England are in search of a fresh start at the T20 World Cup after their Ashes debacle and a series of failures at global white-ball events, with captain Harry Brook under scrutiny on and off the field.
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
137 crocodiles released in Rapti river
All the crocodiles were released in Rapti river, said Information Officer of CNP, Abinash Thapa. All 137 crocodiles released in Rapti river are female, he added. Crocodiles raised in the breeding centre are released in natural habitat.