- Tuesday, 27 January 2026
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.
Separate tap for Bajura women during menstruation
In Budhiganga Municipality-10, Bajura, there is a water tap known as the ‘Chhaupadi Tap,’ which women use for bathing during menstruation. At this tap, women from nearly 200 househ
First edition of Contemporary Poetry with Tea held
The first serial of the 'Contemporary Poetry with Tea,' was held in Pingalasthan, Kathmandu, on Sunday. Various poets presented their creative works at the event organised by Bartaman Kavita Samuha.
India's 77th Republic Day observed
The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu has hosted a programme to celebrate 77th Republic Day of India today.
Nation
Research calls for stronger evidence culture in environmental policies
The Institute of Forestry, Tribhuvan University in collaboration with Brunel University, London and Western University, Australia, organised a dissemination workshop on Monday to share the findings of the research project entitled 'Evidence-Informed Policymaking on Nature in Nepal'.
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.
Old Hanumandhoka Police Office to be demolished
The old building of the District Police Office at Hanumandhoka, rendered unsafe after suffering cracks during the 2015 earthquake, is set to be demolished within a week.
Separate tap for Bajura women during menstruation
In Budhiganga Municipality-10, Bajura, there is a water tap known as the ‘Chhaupadi Tap,’ which women use for bathing during menstruation. At this tap, women from nearly 200 househ
World
Winter storm disrupts 11,400 flights
A massive winter storm made for a brutal travel day Sunday, with widespread cancellations and delays at some of the nation's busiest airports. Widespread snow, sleet an
Business
Minister Khanal urges shift toward domestic goods consumption
Finance Minister Rameshore Prasad Khanal has stressed on the need to shift Nepal’s economy toward consumption of domestically produced goods rather than reliance on imported goods.
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.
Sports
Batting collapse defers Nepal’s World Cup dream
Nepal’s dream of seeing their women’s side at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup was dashed after a heavy 72‑run defeat to Scotland in the global qualifier on Monday. The result confirmed Nepal’s exit at the
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Interview
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.
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
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.