- Tuesday, 27 January 2026
EC intensifies seeking clarifications from election code of conduct violators
The commission had sought clarification from candidate of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) from Kathmandu District Constituency No. 4, Dr Surendra Bhandari and from Chief Minister of Koshi Province Hikmat Kumar Karki, on January 21.
Printing of ballot papers for PR electoral system completes
Managing Director at the Janak Education Materials Centre, Yadunath Paudel informed that the task of printing total 20, 850, 000 ballot papers for proportional representation system has been completed today.
India's 77th Republic Day observed
The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu has hosted a programme to celebrate 77th Republic Day of India today.
US Chargé d’Affaires pays a courtesy call on Home Minister Aryal
During their meeting today at the Ministry of Home Affairs, they engaged in discussions regarding the current political landscape, upcoming elections, and the support extended by the United States to Nepal.
Nation
I come here to closely understand Madhes -NC President Thapa
Nepali Congress (NC) President Gagan Kumar Thapa clarified that he arrived here to closely study and understand Madhes.
EC intensifies seeking clarifications from election code of conduct violators
The commission had sought clarification from candidate of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) from Kathmandu District Constituency No. 4, Dr Surendra Bhandari and from Chief Minister of Koshi Province Hikmat Kumar Karki, on January 21.
US Chargé d’Affaires pays a courtesy call on Home Minister Aryal
During their meeting today at the Ministry of Home Affairs, they engaged in discussions regarding the current political landscape, upcoming elections, and the support extended by the United States to Nepal.
Printing of ballot papers for PR electoral system completes
Managing Director at the Janak Education Materials Centre, Yadunath Paudel informed that the task of printing total 20, 850, 000 ballot papers for proportional representation system has been completed today.
World
Trilateral talks on Ukraine set to continue next week — Kremlin
On January 23, the first day of trilateral security consultations took place in Abu Dhabi. The second meeting was held on January 24. The Russian negotiating team was led by Igor Kostyukov, head of the Main Directorate of the Russian Armed Forces’ General Staff.
Business
Need to emphasize on customs policies to strengthen internal production economy: Minister Khanal
Minister of Finance Rameshore Prasad Khanal said that there is a need to focus on strengthening domestic production while designing the customs policy.
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Gold price up by 5,200
According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association, the price of hallmark gold has been determined at Rs 309,000 per tola today, which was traded at Rs 303,800 per tola on Sunday.
Business entities demand lifting ceiling of cash transactions over Rs 500,000
Speaking at a programme organised here to mark International Customs Day today, business leaders called for a revision of the cash transaction ceiling that has been in place since January 15.
Imports from Birgunj customs point increase
The total import of the review period is 15.3 percent more compared to the same period of the last fiscal year, the officials shared. The total import was Rs 380.6 billion in the last fiscal year.
Sports
Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier: Nepal out of Group Stage
In the final group-stage match held at TU Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Nepal suffered a 72-run defeat, ending its campaign in the tournament.
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Interview
Elections must be conducted fairly
The Election Commission has claimed that 90 per cent of preparations for the House of Representatives election slated for March 5 have been completed, but political uncertainty continues to loom. The recent sp
No prospect for changing election schedule
As Nepal prepares to hold elections to the House of Representatives on March 5, the country stands at a decisive political moment. Months of unrest, public frustration over governance, and the emergence of youth-led
Society
Officiating CEC Bhandari urges media to rely on official sources
Officiating Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Ram Prasad Bhandari has urged the media to disseminate election-related news and information based on official sources in view of the upcoming House of Representatives elections.