- Saturday, 20 December 2025
HoR election be held as scheduled: Prachanda
"We have been assisting the government and will do so for holding the election successfully in time as scheduled. However, there are also rumours that the government wants to postpone it for some months. I urge the government not to defer the poll. If the HoR poll is deferred, we will take to the street for the rebellion," said the former PM.
75 days to HoR Elections: 10,967 polling stations across the country
In the previous elections, there were 10,892 polling stations. The The Election Commission has added 168 polling stations to facilitate voting.
Tender of contractors failing to timely deliver will be terminated: Minister Ghising
Addressing an interaction programme organised by the Chitwan Chamber of Commerce and Industry here today, the Minister said that there are over three thousand road and bridge contracts, and in some cases, the contractors remain unidentified.
Nepal–China joint security patrol begins
A joint security patrol has begun in the Korala area along the Nepal–China border in Mustang which shares the border with Tibet, the autonomous region of China.
Nation
Tender of contractors failing to timely deliver will be terminated: Minister Ghising
Addressing an interaction programme organised by the Chitwan Chamber of Commerce and Industry here today, the Minister said that there are over three thousand road and bridge contracts, and in some cases, the contractors remain unidentified.
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Advancing Saptagandaki Multipurpose Project stressed
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Kulman Ghising has emphasized advancing the construction of the 225 MW Saptakoshi multipurpose hydropower project with a reservoir to address erosion in the lower banks of the Narayani River and promote overall development in Chitwan and Nawalparasi districts.
HoR election be held as scheduled: Prachanda
"We have been assisting the government and will do so for holding the election successfully in time as scheduled. However, there are also rumours that the government wants to postpone it for some months. I urge the government not to defer the poll. If the HoR poll is deferred, we will take to the street for the rebellion," said the former PM.
Former President Bhandari congratulates newly elected UML leadership
Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari has congratulated the newly elected Chairperson of CPN (UML), KP Sharma Oli, along with other office-bearers and central members.
World
7 Colombian soldiers killed in attack on military base
At least seven Colombian soldiers were killed and 30 wounded after a guerrilla group on Thursday attacked a military base in the country's northeastern city of Aguachica, the national army said Friday.
Business
Interaction on Nepal-Bangladesh Economic Cooperation
An event on ‘Nepal-Bangladesh Economic Cooperation’ organized by the Nepali Embassy in Rajshahi, Bangladesh on Friday evening, he said that the role of the business community is important in strengthening the relations between the two countries. He also called on the participants to further deepen cooperation with Nepali business partners in areas of mutual interest.
Unplanned spending erodes public trust: Minister Sinha
Industry, Commerce and Supplies Minister Anil Kumar Sinha has warned that citizens’ trust in the state is eroding due to careless spending of public money without proper planning or analysis of results.
Irrational demands in the name of Gen Z worry hydropower investors
Investors have begun to feel harassed following obstructions in the construction of hydropower projects, as demands are being raised in the name of Gen Z
Minister Ghising suggests using bamboo for construction
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Physical Infrastructure and Transport, and Urban Development Kul Man Ghising has released the guidelines for the design of structures to be built from bamboo.
Sports
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First Kawasoti Gold Cup kicks off today
The inaugural match will be played between Gandaki Police Club and host team Kawasoti 'A', said Tej Narayan Aryal, chair of the organizing club, Sunlight Community Development Center, promoted. The tournament is supported by Kawasoti Municipality and coordinated by Kawasoti Municipality-16 and Nawalpur District Football Association.
Interview
Gen-Z demands are relevant
The recent Gen-Z movement has laid growing public frustration with traditional political parties, raising serious questions about trust, representation and the future o
Hold no qualms about March 5 elections
The Election Commission (EC) is working diligently to ensure a free, fair, and credible election to the House of Representatives on March 5, 2026. From assessing security arrangements and enrolling new voters to coordinating with political parties and stakeholders, the EC is focused on building public trust and ensuring smooth election management.
Society
Advancing Saptagandaki Multipurpose Project stressed
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Kulman Ghising has emphasized advancing the construction of the 225 MW Saptakoshi multipurpose hydropower project with a reservoir to address erosion in the lower banks of the Narayani River and promote overall development in Chitwan and Nawalparasi districts.