- Thursday, 2 April 2026
TRN Online
Political parties begin submitting closed lists of PR candidates
Some political parties have submitted the list today itself, as the EC had called for the submission of the list by 4 PM today. The submission can be made by the same time tomorrow.
Economists pour cold water on Trump’s touted tariff achievements
Wayne Winegarden, a senior fellow for business and economics at the Pacific Research Institute, a free-market think tank, warned that a smaller trade deficit and record tariff revenue could, at best, be a bad indicator of overall economic health, and at worst, a sign of economic problems.
Deputy Speaker Ranamagar resigns
Irrespective of the practice that the terms of the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker are in effect till a day before the candidacy filing for the direct election, Deputy Speaker Ranamagar voluntarily resigned from the post on Sunday.
Thapa awarded Rapti Journalism Award 2082
Speaking after receiving the honor, journalist Thapa expressed gratitude and reflected on the responsibility that comes with such recognition. He stated that while the award has encouraged him, it has also increased his sense of accountability toward the profession. He also thanked the organizers for considering him deserving of the award.
Annual income of Rs. 3 million from Kalij farming
Pun started his business five years ago with 200 Kalij. Now, Pun rears more than 1500 birds. He said that his transaction volume reached around Rs 3 million last year and expressed hope that it would increase between Rs 3.5 million to Rs 4 million this year.
Election code of conduct approved, to be effective from January 15
The code of conduct, which was published on the Commission's website today, is set to take effect in the first week of Magh (Mid-January). To ensure that the elections are clean, free, fearless, respectful, and credible, the Commission has revised certain aspects of the previous code. The approval of this code followed the incorporation of suggestions received on the draft.
NC urges National Assembly Chair to call the Upper House session
A team led by the Nepali Congress National Assembly Chief Whip, Krishna Bahadur Rokaya, today called on Chairman Dahal today to inform him about the decision of the Congress parliamentary party and made this request.
Casino Waldo Dynasty Entertainment chairman Chan arrested
"The police had previously arrested four Indians and two Nepalis from the casino on charges of cheating by creating dummy players in the casino and installing lenses in the eyes and chips in the cards. Ching has been arrested for investigation into the same matter."
Herbs export through Nepalgunj border customs increases
A total of 841,338 kilogrammes of different species of herbs were exported, he added. It was more by Rs 100 million has compared to corresponding period of the last fiscal year.
EC decides on starting collection of names of temporary voters
As stated by the EC spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai, the particulars of voters to be incorporated into the temporary voter list must be validated by the heads of the respective organizations from January 3 until February 1, and subsequently submitted to the office of the Chief Registration Officer or the Provincial or District Election Officer.
Election atmosphere created in country: Minister Kharel
During a welcome event held today by the Nepal Telecom Gandaki Province Office, Minister Kharel noted that political parties are prepared for the elections and stressed the importance of conducting timely elections to ensure stability within the country.
NVA Cup Championship: Tribhuvan Army and APF Club secure second win
In the match held today at the covered hall of the National Sports Council, the Army club defeated the Chuli Youth Club in a straight set of 3-0, with the Army securing 25-16, 25-12 and 25-09 win against the Chuli.
Schools in Mahottari shut down due to severe cold
According to a statement from the local authorities, the intense cold has begun to impact students, leading to the closure of schools within the municipalities.
Vehicular movement through Friendship Bridge resumed in Rasuwa
Trucks have started heading towards Kerung from Nepal side since 7:00 this morning. Chief District Officer of Rasuwa, Rajesh Panthi, said that the Bailey bridge being constructed over the Lhende River on the border between Nepal and China has been completed. He added that Chinese counterparts in the border area have sent information about opening the Rasuwagadhi checkpoint from January 1, 2026.
The green gold: Cardamom becomes Kakarbhitta's number one export
In the initial five months of the ongoing fiscal year, cardamom has emerged as the top export from the Kakarbhitta border customs office.
