- Thursday, 22 January 2026
‘Cyber Police’ unit to be set up to control poll misinformation
The government has decided to deploy a ‘cyber police’ unit to curb possible spread of misinformation and disinformation on social media during the upcoming House of Representatives elections.
One in every four child aged 15–19 is still out of school: Report
The Office for National Statistics released a report this week revealing that many children aged five to 17 are out of school. Presenting a report titled “Education and Inclusion in Nepal,” the Office of Statistics identified that 50 per cent children are never enrolled in school, while the rest discontinue their studies.
Mass Bel wedding to be held in Hetauda
A mass Bel marriage (marrying young girls with stone apple) ceremony of 65 girls is set to be held in Hetauda with the aim of preserving and promoting the ancient culture and traditions of the Newar community.
Glocal After School five skills heroes awards
Five veterans have been honoured with the Skill Hero Award by Glocal After School for their contributions to advancing skills in Nepal. The award is an annual initiative that acknowledges outstanding individuals across four categories: tourism and hospitality, science and technology, art and culture, and entrepreneurship. “The award aims to recognise individuals who have demonstrated sustained commitment to skill development and promotion within their respective sectors. Nominees are evaluated by a jury of experts, with four recipients formally recognised as the heroes,” said the company in a statement. In the Tourism and Hospitality category, entrepreneur Rishab Agrawal is recognised for his role in reshaping Nepal’s premium food and hospitality sector.
Nation
Westerly Wind's partial influence continues; Mist to blanket Terai
The partial influence of the westerly winds is currently persisting in the country.
'Nepal is committed to protect human rights'
He shared the commitment while presenting the national report to the 51st Session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group of the Human Rights Council in Geneva on Wednesday.
HoR elections: Dalit community sees meager candidacies under FPTP electoral system
Dalit community has witnessed meager number of candidates in the House of Representatives (HoR) member elections to be held on coming March 5.
Indian acting envoy calls on VP
Deputy Chief of Mission at the Embassy of India in Kathmandu and Acting Ambassador, Dr. Rakesh Pandey, paid a courtesy call on Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav on Wednesday. During the meeting held at the Vice President’s Office in Lainchaur, the two exchanged greetings and discussed various aspects of bilateral relations, cooperation and other issues of mutual interest. According to a press statement issued by Office of the Vice President on Wednesday, Vice President Yadav said Nepal-India relations have remained deep and close for centuries at the social, cultural, religious, spiritual, economic, technical and people-to-people levels.
World
Life sentence for man who killed Japan's ex-PM Shinzo Abe
The man who killed Japan's former prime minister Shinzo Abe has been sentenced to life in prison, three and a half years after he fatally shot the ex-leader during a rally in the city of Nara in 2022.
Business
Gold, silver prices decline
The prices of gold and silver declined in the domestic market on Thursday.
Glocal After School five skills heroes awards
Five veterans have been honoured with the Skill Hero Award by Glocal After School for their contributions to advancing skills in Nepal. The award is an annual initiative that acknowledges outstanding individuals across four categories: tourism and hospitality, science and technology, art and culture, and entrepreneurship. “The award aims to recognise individuals who have demonstrated sustained commitment to skill development and promotion within their respective sectors. Nominees are evaluated by a jury of experts, with four recipients formally recognised as the heroes,” said the company in a statement. In the Tourism and Hospitality category, entrepreneur Rishab Agrawal is recognised for his role in reshaping Nepal’s premium food and hospitality sector.
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Dhumba Lake lures tourists to Mustang
Last year, during the month of Magh (mid-January to mid-February), Dhumba Lake, located in Samle village of Gharpajhong Rural Municipality–5 in Mustang, had frozen over. Due to the extreme cold, even tourists entering Mustang found it very difficult to reach the lake. However, this year, up to the third week of January, tourists have been able to reach the lake with ease. The lake, which is normally expected to freeze, is now flowing gently with clear blue water, attracting visitors.
Nepal, India sign MoU to exchange export information
Nepal and India have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to exchange pre-arrival information on exported goods, a move aimed at facilitating trade and strengthening customs control between the two countries.
Sports
Nepal bowling against Netherlands
Nepal has started bowling against the Netherlands under the ICC Women T20 World Cup Global Qualifier.
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
Newa Puchha: Melbourne completes flute training following Dhime training
Following the Dhime program, Newa Pucha: Melbourne had organized the first-ever Gāījātrā in Melbourne. This flute training was organized after that Gāījātrā, according to a statement by the Newa Puchha.