- Friday, 30 January 2026
Fear-free environment for election top priority: Home Minister Aryal
Home Minister Aryal reiterated it while visiting the Election Commission today to gather information regarding the preparations for the upcoming House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. He reminded the government's commitment to taking tough measures against anyone trying to unsettle peace and security.
1,246 polling stations in Madhesh Province categorized as highly sensitive
This information was given out at the press conference held today in Janakpurdham. It was informed that out of the 32 constituencies for the House of Representatives election in Madhesh Province, 755 polling stations are sensitive and 159 polling stations are normal.
Government works to systematise Health Insurance Programme: Minister Gautam
Addressing the 30th anniversary of the Shahid Gangalal National Heart Centre here today, the Minister said the government is working on initiatives aimed at further systematising the health insurance programme.
Bitter cold grips US as storm toll rises
Three Texas siblings who perished in an icy pond were among several dozen deaths in U.S. states gripped by frigid cold as crews scrambled Tuesday to repair hundreds of thousands of power outages in the sh
Nation
President Thapa vows development in Sarlahi
Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa vowed model development in constituency no 4 of Sarlahi district from where he is contesting the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5.
EC seeks 21 clarifications for violation of election code of conduct
The Election Commission (EC) has sought 21 clarifications from different political parties, candidates, government agencies and social organizations on the complaints against them for breaching the election code of conduct.
Government works to systematise Health Insurance Programme: Minister Gautam
Addressing the 30th anniversary of the Shahid Gangalal National Heart Centre here today, the Minister said the government is working on initiatives aimed at further systematising the health insurance programme.
President Paudel to visit Japan from Feb 1 to 4
A meeting of the Council of Ministers held at the official residence of the Prime Minister at Baluwatar on Thursday decided to permit the delegation led by President Paudel to attend the programme to be organised in Japan on the occasion of 70th anniversary of the Nepal-Japan diplomatic relations, said Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal.
World
Bitter cold grips US as storm toll rises
Three Texas siblings who perished in an icy pond were among several dozen deaths in U.S. states gripped by frigid cold as crews scrambled Tuesday to repair hundreds of thousands of power outages in the sh
Business
Private sector ready to invest in Budhigandaki hydro project: President Dhakal
President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Chandra Dhakal, has urged the bodies concerned to immediately forward the construction of the Budhigandaki Reservoir Hydropower Project.
Parbat exports oranges worth Rs 320 million
Other areas including Purnagaun, Raatmata, Shalija and Bhotedanda of Mallaj; Deupur, Bajung and Chhiter of Modi Rural Municipality; and Kurgha, Pangrang, Thanamaula and Limithana of Phalebas Municipality also contributed significantly to the exports.
Gold price reaches 339,300 per tola, setting historic record
The price of gold in the domestic market has reached Rs 339,300 per tola today, setting a historic record. Likewise, the price of silver has also set a new record, reaching Rs 7,505 per tola (11.66 grammes).
Kalikot locals urge Phukot Karnali work to resume
Local people have drawn the attention of the District Administration Office of Kalikot, demanding that work on the Phukot Karnali semi-reservoir hydropower project be resumed. Citing the prolonged h
Sports
Markram powers SA to win over WIndies
Aiden Markram powered South Africa to a nine-wicket win in the first Twenty20 international against the West Indies at Boland Park on Tuesday. The South African
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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
Nepal Police nabbed looters by running Operation Snatching
The Nepal Police nabbed the members of a looting gang led by Binaya Tamang by conducting 'Operation Snatching' on Wednesday night.