- Saturday, 31 January 2026
Polls give momentum to local economy
As the upcoming House of Representatives elections to be held on March 5, 2026 draws closer, economic activities have started to pick up in various districts of the country.
Pundits, priests stress strict religious codes
Speakers at a two-day joint convention for pundits, priests and yajamans (ritual patrons) in Inaruwa, Sunsari, have stressed the need to strictly implement a code of conduct for religious practitioners andyajamans. The programme, organised for religious figures from Inaruwa Municipality–5, Balaha, emphasised disciplined adherence to ethical and ritual standards. The event, organised by the Sanatan C
Birgunj Customs records food imports Worth Rs 11.57 billion in first half of FY 2082/83
According to information officer Uday Singh Bista, the volume of food imports during the review period was slightly lower than in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.
High hill, mountainous areas of Koshi and Gandaki likely to receive snowfall
Some areas of the Terai region are foggy now. The Weather Forecasting Division has reported partly cloudy weather in the hilly and mountainous areas of Gandaki, Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces.
Nation
Baglung produces orange worth around Rs 270 million
The produce went up this time around with the rise in the farmers' attraction to orange cultivation. Compared to last year, the orange production this year has increased by Rs 4.4 million.
Bangladesh, Bhutan to play opening match in SAFF Women Championship today
The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-19 Women’s Championship is beginning today at the Pokhara Stadium.
Birgunj Customs records food imports Worth Rs 11.57 billion in first half of FY 2082/83
According to information officer Uday Singh Bista, the volume of food imports during the review period was slightly lower than in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.
33 days to HoR elections: EC active for code of conduct enforcement; 21 explanations sought
Kathmandu, Jan 31: The Election Commission (EC) has intensified its activities to check violation of the code of conduct. In a bid to make the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5 free, fair, transparent and credible, the Election Code of Conduct, 2082 has been put to force. The EC has been drawing attention of all concerned stakeholders and actors to fully abide by the code of conduct. As informed, the EC has so far sought 21 explanations from different political parties, candidates and organizations based on the complaints and information received at the Central Code of Conduct Monitoring Committee. According to the EC, responses have been received for only five of the complaints received and follow-ups are being made for the remaining responses. It is also shared that efforts are underway to monitor misinformation, disinformation and hate speech in breach of the code of conduct and bring to book those engaging in such illegal activities in collaboration with regulatory mechanisms. The Information Integrity Promotion Unit within the Election Information Coordination Centre established within the EC has come to full operations, the EC informed. Spokesperson of the Commission, Narayan Prasad Bhattarai shared that the unit has sent a total of 302 pieces of misinformation identified to relevant authorities for action in accordance with the Election Code of Conduct, 2082, the Electronic Transactions Act, 2063, and the Press Council Act, 2048. The EC clarified that complaints can be lodged in writing, orally, or electronically to the commission, the Chief Returning Officer's office, the Returning Officer's office, the provincial/district election office, and the District Code of Conduct Monitoring Officer regarding any activities that warrant the integrity and fairness of the elections. (RSS)
World
Panama voids Hong Kong port deal
Panama's Supreme Court ruled late Thursday that the concession held by a subsidiary of Hong Kong's CK Hutchison Holdings to operate ports at either end of the Panama Canal is unconstitutional, an out
Business
Baglung produces orange worth around Rs 270 million
The produce went up this time around with the rise in the farmers' attraction to orange cultivation. Compared to last year, the orange production this year has increased by Rs 4.4 million.
Birgunj Customs records food imports Worth Rs 11.57 billion in first half of FY 2082/83
According to information officer Uday Singh Bista, the volume of food imports during the review period was slightly lower than in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year.
Snowfall: Boon to agriculture and animal husbandry
A chyangra rearer, Angyal Gurung of Chhoser, Lomanthang Rural Municipality–1 in Upper Mustang, has moved his livestock to high-altitude sheds following the snowfall.
Rains damage millions of bricks
Due to continuous rainfall over two days, millions of bricks have been damaged in the Banke district. According to the Banke Brick Entreprene
Sports
Bangladesh, Bhutan to play opening match in SAFF Women Championship today
The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-19 Women’s Championship is beginning today at the Pokhara Stadium.
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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
Baglung produces orange worth around Rs 270 million
The produce went up this time around with the rise in the farmers' attraction to orange cultivation. Compared to last year, the orange production this year has increased by Rs 4.4 million.