- Sunday, 1 February 2026
Private sector-friendly manifestos demanded
The Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has made it clear that mutual trust and cooperation between the government, political parties and the private sector are indispensab
Square Palace with natural water source discovered in Panditpur
Significant archaeological structures have been discovered during the second phase of excavation at Panditpur (Kolnagar), believed to be the ancient capital of the Koliya republican state, located in Ramgram Municipality of West Nawalparasi.
200 dead in Congo mine disaster
A landslide earlier this week collapsed several mines at a major coltan mining site in eastern Congo, leaving at least 200 people dead, rebel authorities said Saturday. The collapse took
Medicinal herb exports from Nepalgunj exceeded Rs. 330 million in six months
The export of medicinal herbs through the Nepalgunj checkpoint—one of the major trade gateways of western Nepal—has begun to increase again. Nepalgunj, former administrative
Nation
HoR elections: Inundation in monsoon, water shortage during winter main concern of Mahottari-2 voters
As the election of the House of Representatives member approaches, election activities have also started in Mahottari-2. In homes and neighbourhoods, voters here have started to express their dissatisfaction more than showing their problems to the candidates and party leaders who have been meeting with the voters in this constituency.
FNCCI President Dhakal stresses on prioritizing economic matters
President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), Chandra Prasad Dhakal, highlighted that economic issues are not adequately prioritized in the political parties' manifestos.
HoR election: 1,442 employees to be deployed in Baitadi
More than 1,400 employees are to be deployed in Baitadi for the upcoming House of Representatives member election scheduled to be held on coming March 5. According to the District Election Office, 1,442 employees will be deployed in 214 polling stations.
29 dead, 190 injured in six months in Sarlahi
A total of 29 people have died and 190 have been seriously injured in road accidents that took place in Sarlahi in the first six months of the current fiscal year.
World
Trump says India has made deal to "buy Venezuelan oil"; urges China to do the same
US President Donald Trump said that China is "welcome" to buy Venezuelan oil and India already "made" a deal to buy the oil.
Business
Gold, silver prices decline
The prices of gold and silver have decreased in the domestic market today.
Pathak wins reality show ‘Milk’
Tara Prasad Pathak has been declared the winner of the reality show ‘Milk’, Nepal’s first competitive programme for livestock farmers. The show, broadcast every Tuesday eveni
Private sector-friendly manifestos demanded
The Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) has made it clear that mutual trust and cooperation between the government, political parties and the private sector are indispensab
Gold hits unprecedented highs amid global turmoil
Gold price, which was on constant rise in recent months, has, of late, skyrocketed in local and international markets. It has jumped to unprecedented Rs. 340,000 per tola in the Nepali market on Thursday.
Sports
Gandaki win sixth Tiger Cup men’s volleyball title
Gandaki Province clinched the men’s title at the 6th Tiger Cup Volleyball Tournament following their come back win over Nepal Police Club in the final held at Pokhara Stadium’s volleyball court.
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
AI training for teachers in Bhanu Municipality
A training session focused on artificial intelligence (AI) has been held for educators working in various schools across Bhanu Municipality.