- Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Chief Election Commissioner vows strict enforcement of election code of conduct
Inaugurating the two-day orientation on election conduct and management for the chief returning officer and voting officers today, Chief Election Commissioner Bhandari reiterated the urgency of strict adherence to code of conduct.
NC's SGC: Closed session kicks off
The closed session of the special general convention (SGC) called by a faction of special convention supporters of the Nepali Congress began today, the second day of the event.
High Court issues order to halt ANFA election
Today, a single bench led by Judge Kripasur Karki issued an interlocutory interim order mandating that no actions be taken concerning the ANFA elections.
Thapa's political proposal vows 'no vote' provision, liberal democracy with an end to pre-electoral alliance
The proposal was presented in the closed session under the party's Special General Convention, which commenced at Bhrikutimandap on Sunday, initiated by the party's General Secretary duo, Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma.
Nation
NC Central Working Committee meeting on Jan 13
The meeting to be held at the party's central office in Sanepa, Lalitpur starting at 11:00 am will discuss the latest developments in the party. The CWC office bearers, members and presidents of all seven provinces have been requested to attend the meeting, shared Chief Secretary Krishna Prasad Poudel.
20 years on, drinking water project in limbo
Twenty years have passed. Authorities installed a boring motor for the water tank, laid pipelines, and enclosed nearly one bigha of land at the tank construction site. But information that is not provided explains why officials never extracted water or moved the remaining work forward. Authorities must remove this uncertainty and operate the drinking water project,” local consumers said.
NA session summoned for 18th January
President Ramchandra Paudel has summoned a meeting of the National Assembly to be held on coming Sunday, 18th January, at 11:00 AM at the Federal Parliament Secretariat, Singha Durbar.
Acting President Khadka urges party leaders, cadres to move ahead with unity
The acting President pointed out the need of bringing the constitution on the track through election. Stating that it was indispensable for NC to be united, organised and strong at current situation, he stressed the need of maintaining unity along with mutual coordination.
World
Millions of Venezuelans await next moves across region
Almost immediately after U.S. forces deposed Venezuela's president, officials from Washington to Lima, Peru, began encouraging some of the 8 million Venezuelans who have scattered themselves across th
Business
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Deposits outpace credit growth in first five months of 2025/26
Deposits mobilisation of Banks and Financial Institutions (BFIs) recorded a stronger growth than credit expansion during the first five months of the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
Sweet dish demand rises before Maghi
The day the Sun’ enters Capricorn from Sagittarius is celebrated as the Maghi festival. During Maghi, people enjoy dishes made from sugar candy (Sakkhar), such as sesame seeds, molasses eaten with ghee, laddus, and sweet potatoes.
Trump shields Venezuelan oil money
President Donald Trump's new executive order on Venezuelan oil revenue is meant to ensure that the money remains protected from being used in judicial proceedings. The executive order, made publi
Milk availability increasing in Sudurpaschim province
Per capita annual availability of milk has reached to 120-130 litres in Sudurpaschim Province.
Sports
High Court issues order to halt ANFA election
Today, a single bench led by Judge Kripasur Karki issued an interlocutory interim order mandating that no actions be taken concerning the ANFA elections.
Interview
We seek solutions within framework of federal democratic republic
The Election Commission (EC) is preparing to conduct the House of Representatives elections on March 5, 2026. The polls have been announced by the government in accordance with the mandate of the Gen Z move
Misuse of social media, AI is major challenge for us
The Election Commission (EC) is in the final stage of preparation for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, 2026. Recently, the election commissioners have been engaging in discuss
Society
20 years on, drinking water project in limbo
Twenty years have passed. Authorities installed a boring motor for the water tank, laid pipelines, and enclosed nearly one bigha of land at the tank construction site. But information that is not provided explains why officials never extracted water or moved the remaining work forward. Authorities must remove this uncertainty and operate the drinking water project,” local consumers said.