- Wednesday, 18 March 2026
Prime Minister Karki expresses gratitude to UML for its support for successful elections
On the occasion, the UML leaders also congratulated Prime Minister Karki and the government led by her for conducting the election peacefully. They also thanked her for providing leadership in difficult times and providing a universally acceptable, peaceful and democratic outcome.
RSP lawmakers urged to deliver in interests of nation, citizens
“It is necessary to form a government that can deliver effectively so that citizens can truly feel the presence of the State, end corruption, and establish good governance. Political parties that held state power for a long time are now facing consequences due to their past wrongdoings. This has made our party and the people's representatives more responsible and accountable to citizens,” he said.
PR members of parliament to get certified on Thursday
Among the 110 MPs, 57 MPs have been elected from Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) through the proportional election system, 20 from the Nepali Congress, 16 from the CPN (UML), nine from the Nepali Communist Party, and four each from the Shram Sanskriti Party and the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP).
Private houses, public property damaged due to storm
Roof the tin-roofed house of Rajan Baraili at Angrakhop in ward 3 has also been blown away while roof of straw-roofed houses of Biraj Idhingo and Ratna Bahadur Idingo at Yangrakhapa in ward 5 has also been blown away.
Nation
Nepali identity card demanded for people of Nepali origin
he Association of Nepali Origin (ANO) has urged the government to formally recognize people of Nepali origin living around the world by providing them with an official identity card, aiming to strengthen their ties with their ancestral land.
PR members of parliament to get certified on Thursday
Among the 110 MPs, 57 MPs have been elected from Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) through the proportional election system, 20 from the Nepali Congress, 16 from the CPN (UML), nine from the Nepali Communist Party, and four each from the Shram Sanskriti Party and the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP).
Gandaki Provincial Assembly session summoned
The call for a new session of the Assembly starting March 22 was made on the recommendation of the provincial government and the Council of Ministers, according to the Gandaki Provincial Assembly Secretariat.
Former President Yadav urges RSP to use public mandate for protecting democracy and constitution
Former President Yadav delivered the statement while launching the book 'Sankalpan' written by Bipul Pokharel, former President of the Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ), here today.
World
Qatar says intercepts missile attack, explosions heard in Dubai
Qatar said Tuesday it had intercepted a missile attack, as Iran continued its retaliatory campaign over US-Israeli strikes that killed its supreme leader.
Business
Report of commission formed to implement SC orders related to the transport sector submitted
On the occasion, Home Minister Aryal expressed his commitment to implement the report soon. The government had decided to form a three-member inquiry commission to submit a report with opinions and suggestions related to the transport sector. The members of the commission are Sharad Adhikari and Yogendra Nath Karmacharya.
10,000 fingerlings released in Rupa lake
The Rupatal Fishery Cooperative on its silvery jubilee ceremony released the fingerlings to promote income generation of the lake.
Gas shortage prompts market monitoring
Local authorities have intensified market monitoring across Tanahun district, including the district headquarters Damauli, following a severe shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). The move comes after consumers complained
FM Khanal meets heads of financial sector regulators
Finance Minister Rameshore Prasad Khanal held a meeting with the heads of major financial sector regulatory bodies on Monday to discuss issues related to the country’s banking and financial system.
Sports
Hat trick for Raphinha as Barcelona stay 4 points clear
Raphinha scored a hat trick, including two goals from the penalty spot, as Barcelona reclaimed its four-point lead over Real Madrid at the top of the Spanish league on Sunday. Barcelona routed Sevi
Interview
Neither old parties need to panic nor new ones gloat over, PM Karki cautions
Prime Minister Sushila Karki had taken up the responsibility of the head of the executive when the country was in difficult circumstances and has successfully fulfilled the task of conducting the House of Representatives election within the stipulated time.
Growing heart disease raises health concerns in Nepal, Dr. Bhattarai
In recent years, heart disease has been increasing in Nepal. Among non-communicable diseases, heart disease ranks first. The growing burden of non-communicable diseases worldwide has significantly affected Nepal as well. Many people i
Society
Private houses, public property damaged due to storm
Roof the tin-roofed house of Rajan Baraili at Angrakhop in ward 3 has also been blown away while roof of straw-roofed houses of Biraj Idhingo and Ratna Bahadur Idingo at Yangrakhapa in ward 5 has also been blown away.