- Monday, 9 March 2026
RSP minnows defeat NC, UML bigwigs
The Rastriya Swatantra Party has emerged as a dominant political force in Nepal by securing victory in 124 constituencies under the first-past-the-post (FPTP) electoral system, leaving major and established political parties far behind.
Election successful in promoting effective governance: Home Minister Aryal
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Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal emphasized that effective governance was maintained by the House of Representatives elections of 2082.
Ek Mutthi Badal to be released on May 15
Ek Mutthi Badal: My Share of Sky is set to be released in cinemas across Nepal on May 15. According to a press release issued by the
RSP candidate Thapa victorious in Sunsari-2
A candidate of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Lal Bikram Thapa, won the election to the House of Representatives member from Sunsari constituency no 2.
Nation
India wins T20 World Cup Cricket title
India has clinched the title of the ICC T20 World Cup Cricket tournament by defeating New Zealand.
Seventh grader in Baitadi struggles as parents battle mental illness
A seven grader in Baitadi district has been left in a difficult situation as his parents, both suffering from mental health problems, are unable to provide food or medical care. Kaya Chand of Melouli Municipalit
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Vote counting of PR system continues; 7,575,193 votes counted so far
A total of 7,575,193 votes have been counted so far in the proportional representation system of the House of Representatives member election.
RSP candidates emerge victorious in 21 out of 26 constituencies of Lumbini province
Candidates from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have emerged winner in 21 out of 26 electoral constituencies of the Lumbini province having 12 districts.
World
China eyes landmark US ties in 2026
China said it hopes this year will be a "landmark year" for its relationship with its biggest competitor, the U.S., striking a largely positive tone ahead of an expected summit between the leaders of the two countries later this month.
Business
Excess liquidity defies policy easing
Nepal’s banking system has been experiencing a prolonged phase of excess liquidity even as monetary policy remains accommodative, according to the latest semiannual macroeconomic report published by the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
About 1.3M kg of herbs exported
About 1.3 million kilograms of herbs have been exported from Nepalgunj, one of the major border points in western Nepal, in the first seven months of the current fiscal year. Entrepreneurs have said that herbal exports
Cocoa crash drives West African farmers to alternatives
Manu Yaw Fofie was born into the cocoa farming business, but the land bequeathed to him has become more of a burden than a blessing. A sharp fall in cocoa prices over the past year has left beans rotting in some West African war
Liquor shop set on fire, property worth nearly Rs. 2 mln damaged
According to Pramod Mahato, proprietor of Pappu Traders near the incident site, CCTV footage has shown an unidentified person who covered his face, sprinkled a petrol-like substance inside the shop, set it on fire, and ran towards the east.
Sports
India wins T20 World Cup Cricket title
India has clinched the title of the ICC T20 World Cup Cricket tournament by defeating New Zealand.
Interview
Exercise your sovereign right wisely to elect competent candidates
The election to the House of Representatives (HoR) is set for March 5, marking one of the most closely watched polls in the country’s history. To ensure free, fair, credible and fear-free electoral process, the Election Commission (EC) has stepped up its p
We have prioritised digital outreach
The Election Commission (EC) is all set to conduct House of Representatives (HoR) election next week. There is quite a lot of worry and concern how the EC will conclude the election successfully. In this context, secretar
Society
Liquor shop set on fire, property worth nearly Rs. 2 mln damaged
According to Pramod Mahato, proprietor of Pappu Traders near the incident site, CCTV footage has shown an unidentified person who covered his face, sprinkled a petrol-like substance inside the shop, set it on fire, and ran towards the east.