- Friday, 10 April 2026
The Rising Nepal
‘Nepal can contribute to clean, green, nature-based climate solutions’
Melting snow and ice from the mountains contribute to sea level rise and these two regions are interconnected, but mountains have yet to receive the same level of attention.
EC asks govt to arrange robust election security
A meeting of the High-level Election Security Committee held at the Election Commission on Wednesday issued an 11-point instruction to the Nepal Government, the Ministry of Home Affairs and other government agencies to create an environment to hold the upcoming elections in a free, fair, credible and fearless environment.
Dealing With Disinformation
The Constitution of Nepal gives the Election Commission the responsibility to conduct, supervise, monitor, control and manage the elections held to elect representatives at all levels of government. The elections of the past have confirmed that the Commission is capable of holding elections in a free, fair, professional and credible manner. They have also enhanced the Commission’s global image, prestige and standing.
Political Polarisation Widens
The world recently saw some turns of events in the political landscape which are likely to have far-reaching impact in the global order. The change of guards in the 10 Downing Street, general elections in Italy, Sweden, Denmark, Italy, Israel, Brazil and the U
Nepal voices urgency of loss and damage fund at COP27
The 27th Conference of Parties to Climate Change (COP27) has completed its first week in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. The second week is seen as crucial for important decisions on adaptation, climate finance, and loss and damage issues. The climate change conference appears unlikely to make the necessary decisions to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Pakistani PM orders review of ban on Oscar-entry film
Pakistan’s prime minister has ordered a review of the ban on the country’s Oscar entry, the movie “Joyland,” days after the measure was imposed, one of his advisers said.
Green Growth, Clean Path
It is a positive trend that the consumption of petroleum fuels is decreasing in Nepal of late. The news has come at a time when the prices of petrol, diesel and liquefied petroleum gas used for cooking purpose have been spiraling following the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the continuing conflict there. All the countries of the world have hit hard by unprecedented inflation and Nepal is not an exception to this. Rise of commodity prices
7,500 tonnes fertiliser arrives in Birgunj, Bhairahawa
The fertilisers imported by Agriculture Inputs Company Limited (AICL) through global tenders have started arriving in Nepal. Some of the 30,000 tonnes of urea that AICL
Jacqueline gets bail in money laundering case
Delhi's Patiala House Court pronounced an order in Jacqueline Fernandez's Rs 200 crore extortion case involving Sukesh Chandrasekhar. The actress was granted bail on furnishing of a personal bond of Rs 2 lakh and one surety in the like amount.
Polls Set New Dawn
Dixya PoudelAs autonomous beings, we all prefer to make our own decisions and to stand by our choices. It is so inherent in us that even when our choices are dubious we defend it with all our might. We abide by our choices which range from personal to impersonal in our day-to-day life. Even choosing a career is an act of choice from a range of selected options. When we make choices we feel secure in knowing that we are sovereign and that we are exercising our individual interests and concerns. It reflects our individual welfare thus affirming that we aren’t just a passenger but are at the driving seat of our life. It isn’t thus surprising that when it comes to elections we stand by our rights to vote. People can be quite defensive over their political views which are nevertheless liable to changes especially when a modicum of persuasion is applied. And politics is an act of persuasion. Politicians are expert at the art of rhetoric that relies on both implicit and explicit persuasion. They promise the world to their constituents, especially one that revolves around fiscal growth, peace, educational reforms and bridged economic gaps. An age-old art, politics is about swaying the opinions of the masses as seen throughout world history. Ever since its inception in human lives, politics has been an important aspect of our world taking in different forms and shapes. However, it was only in the 19th and 20th century that mass elections started taking place that swept the entire nations in frenzy to choose their next leader. And leaders are looked up as a beacon of hope and venerated for their charisma and rhetoric skills. The more volatile a nation’s politics, the more lie at stake in its political arena. It creates a feeling of us vs. them. One becomes wary of those who assert politically different views. And political views depend on an individual’s familial and educational background as well as professional interests and social circle. As seen in United States of America today, people are quite radical when it comes to political views and politicians fight tooth and nail for their electoral wins. As such, elections are a procedure to select a person for public office through the acts of voting. People vote for their favourite choice of representatives in a democratic nation. Undoubtedly, elections ought to be fair and just. But throughout the history of most nations there have been foul play involved in the elections often with disastrous results. This November, as Nepal gears to carry out its elections for House of Representatives and Provincial Assembly, politicians are vying for the majority of votes. Political parties are seen staging their campaigns and manifestoes while independent candidates too are competing on the political arena. And a fair election will determine the wins and people’s voices will be heard loud and clear. This is why democracy is the most popular type of governance as people have the autonomy to choose their leaders who can steer the nation in the right direction. On November 20, Nepalis will vote for their leaders and set a new dawn on the nation’s future. Thus the upcoming elections are held in high hopes by Nepali citizens who are bidding for an effective leadership.
US, China climate envoys to 'meet later' at UN summit
U.S. climate envoy John Kerry indicated on Tuesday he'll hold talks with his Chinese counterpart at annual United Nations climate talks underway in Egypt, in the latest sign of improving relations between the world's top two polluters after a meeting between their leaders Monday.
Nepal Bank Limited celebrates 86th anniversary
Nepal Bank Limited, the first bank of Nepal, is celebrating its 86th anniversary on Wednesday. The bank has organised various sports and social events including blood donation and badminton competition on the occasion.
Ecuador leave out Castillo in last-named squad
Ecuador's was the last squad to be known among the 32 in the World Cup, and its coach Gustavo Alfaro did not include a player who put the team's presence in the tournament in doubt.
Aamir Khan to take a break from acting
After focusing the last 35 years of his life on work, Bollywood star Aamir Khan said it is time he took some time off, maybe "a year and a half", to prioritise his family over his career in films.
I have proposed Gagan as next PM: Sharma
Nepali Congress General Secretary Bishwa Prakash Sharma has said that Gagan Thapa will be proposed as the next prime minister and in case the latter withdraws, he will claim the post for himself.
