PM Karki, EC officials discuss election issues PM Karki, EC officials discuss election issues The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s official residence in Baluwatar, Kathmandu. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s official residence in Baluwatar, Kathmandu. Kathmandu 18 Jan, 2026
National Assembly's 19th session begins National Assembly's 19th session begins Announcing the opening of the session, NA Chairperson Narayan Prasad Dahal welcomed the members. Announcing the opening of the session, NA Chairperson Narayan Prasad Dahal welcomed the members. Kathmandu 18 Jan, 2026
KMC Mayor Balen Shah resigns KMC Mayor Balen Shah resigns Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Balendra Shah, has tendered his resignation. Mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Balendra Shah, has tendered his resignation. Kathmandu 18 Jan, 2026
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives drives positive change in Nepal with five community projects Canada Fund for Local Initiatives drives positive change in Nepal with five community... The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) recorded significant progress in advancing gender equality, inclusive governance, democracy, climate action and economic empowerment in Nepal during 2025–26 through five community-based projects, supported by an investment of CAD 163,500. The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) recorded significant progress in advancing gender equality, inclusive governance, democracy, climate action and economic empowerment in Nepal during 2025–26 through five community-based projects, supported by an investment of CAD 163,500. Kathmandu 18 Jan, 2026
Three NA members resign Three NA members resign Three members of the National Assembly (NA), the upper house of the Federal Parliament, have resigned. Three members of the National Assembly (NA), the upper house of the Federal Parliament, have resigned. Kathmandu 18 Jan, 2026
'This is a win for democracy and new generation' 'This is a win for democracy and new generation' While Gagan Thapa has taken charge of the Nepali Congress as president from yesterday following the decision of the Election Commission, youth and Gen Z in the party unequivocally expressed that this is a win for democracy and the new generation. While Gagan Thapa has taken charge of the Nepali Congress as president from yesterday following the decision of the Election Commission, youth and Gen Z in the party unequivocally expressed that this is a win for democracy and the new generation. Kathmandu 18 Jan, 2026
Thapa-Led NC Committee Submits SGC Documents to Election Commission Thapa-Led NC Committee Submits SGC Documents to Election Commission Speaking to the media after the visit, Thapa confirmed that the team had completed the submission process. Speaking to the media after the visit, Thapa confirmed that the team had completed the submission process. Kathmandu 15 Jan, 2026
Gagan Thapa elected Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa elected Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has been elected unopposed as the President of the Nepali Congress. Sitaram KC, Coordinator of the Central Election Committee, informed that Thapa was elected unopposed as the party president at the second special convention of the pro-faction currently held in Kathmandu. Gagan Kumar Thapa has been elected unopposed as the President of the Nepali Congress. Sitaram KC, Coordinator of the Central Election Committee, informed that Thapa was elected unopposed as the party president at the second special convention of the pro-faction currently held in Kathmandu. Kathmandu 15 Jan, 2026
NC takes disciplinary action against its two general secretaries, joint general secretary NC takes disciplinary action against its two general secretaries, joint general... The Nepali Congress (NC) has taken action against General Secretaries Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwo Prakash Sharma, as well as Joint General Secretary Farmulla Mansur, on the charge of violating party discipline. The Nepali Congress (NC) has taken action against General Secretaries Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwo Prakash Sharma, as well as Joint General Secretary Farmulla Mansur, on the charge of violating party discipline. Kathmandu 14 Jan, 2026
Nepali Congress Special General Convention to Hold Elections as per Party Statute Nepali Congress Special General Convention to Hold Elections as per Party Statute The event is being attended by factions within the NC that support the Special General Convention organized by the Party Publicity Committee. The event is being attended by factions within the NC that support the Special General Convention organized by the Party Publicity Committee. Kathmandu 13 Jan, 2026
'Onus on government to make smart investment in mental health' 'Onus on government to make smart investment in mental health' Mental hygiene is equally important as personal hygiene. It's high time the government invested in mental health insofar as to meet the needs of individuals battling mental illness. Mental hygiene is equally important as personal hygiene. It's high time the government invested in mental health insofar as to meet the needs of individuals battling mental illness. Kathmandu 13 Jan, 2026
NC Special General Convention extended until Tuesday NC Special General Convention extended until Tuesday The closed session of the Nepali Congress special general convention has been extended until Tuesday. The closed session of the Nepali Congress special general convention has been extended until Tuesday. Kathmandu 12 Jan, 2026
Israeli ambassador calls on PM Karki Israeli ambassador calls on PM Karki Israeli Ambassador to Nepal, Shmulik Arie Bass, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sushila Karki today. Israeli Ambassador to Nepal, Shmulik Arie Bass, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sushila Karki today. Kathmandu 12 Jan, 2026
Former Prez Bhandari urges unity and patriotism on Prithvi Jayanti Former Prez Bhandari urges unity and patriotism on Prithvi Jayanti Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari asserted that National Unity Day and Prithvi Jayanti further strengthen the spirit of patriotism and reinforce social harmony, tolerance, and national unity. Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari asserted that National Unity Day and Prithvi Jayanti further strengthen the spirit of patriotism and reinforce social harmony, tolerance, and national unity. Kathmandu 11 Jan, 2026
NC must embrace questions, not silence, says Gagan Thapa NC must embrace questions, not silence, says Gagan Thapa General Secretary of the Nepali Congress (NC), Gagan Kumar Thapa, has said that “questions must be allowed and valued within the NC.” General Secretary of the Nepali Congress (NC), Gagan Kumar Thapa, has said that “questions must be allowed and valued within the NC.” Kathmandu 11 Jan, 2026
Nepali Congress Special General Convention commences Nepali Congress Special General Convention commences The inaugural session of the Special General Convention, organized by supporters of the Nepali Congress at Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu, has officially commenced. The inaugural session of the Special General Convention, organized by supporters of the Nepali Congress at Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu, has officially commenced. Kathmandu 11 Jan, 2026
Social organisations vital to maintain religious tolerance: Minister Aryal Social organisations vital to maintain religious tolerance: Minister Aryal A delegation of the World Hindu Federation, led by its Chairperson Asmita Bhandari, met with Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal. A delegation of the World Hindu Federation, led by its Chairperson Asmita Bhandari, met with Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal. Kathmandu 08 Jan, 2026
US Ambassador Thompson Pays Farewell Visit to President Paudel US Ambassador Thompson Pays Farewell Visit to President Paudel US Ambassador to Nepal, Dean R Thompson, paid a farewell visit to President Ramchandra Paudel today. US Ambassador to Nepal, Dean R Thompson, paid a farewell visit to President Ramchandra Paudel today. Kathmandu 08 Jan, 2026
UN, government ministries step up survivor-centred safeguards against sexual abuse UN, government ministries step up survivor-centred safeguards against sexual abuse The United Nations in Nepal has intensified efforts to strengthen survivor-centred protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (PSEAH) across government institutions, aiming to improve prevention, accountability and coordination. The United Nations in Nepal has intensified efforts to strengthen survivor-centred protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (PSEAH) across government institutions, aiming to improve prevention, accountability and coordination. Kathmandu 07 Jan, 2026
Special Court acquits former KMC chief administrative officer Special Court acquits former KMC chief administrative officer The Special Court has acquitted former Chief Administrative Officer of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Pradeep Pariyar, along with six other officials, in a corruption case related to sewerage construction. The Special Court has acquitted former Chief Administrative Officer of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Pradeep Pariyar, along with six other officials, in a corruption case related to sewerage construction. Kathmandu 07 Jan, 2026
Entertainment Nepathya Kicks Off Nepal Tour with Spectacular Hetauda Concert Following the successful Hetauda concert, Nepathya is set to perform at the Butwal International Conference Centre in Ramnagar, Butwal, on Saturday.
Sports Italy's World Cup debut: Cricket team on the rise as storied soccer team falters Italy is finally heading to the World Cup — just not in the sport most people might expect.
World Bangladesh's Hindu minority in fear as attacks rise and a national election nears “No one feels safe anymore,” said Ranjan Karmaker, a Dhaka-based Hindu human rights activist. “Everyone is terrified.”
Lifestyle Indian teacher who created hundreds of learning centers wins $1 million Global Teacher Prize Rouble Nagi accepted the award at the World Governments Summit in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, an annual event that draws leaders from across the globe.
Nepal Nepal Telecom's role in economic prosperity laudable: Home Minister Aryal Minister for Home Affairs Om Prakash Aryal has lauded Nepal Telecom’s role in promoting economic prosperity by expanding access to communication services across the country.
Kathmandu HoR election: FPTP ballot paper printing completed in 60 constituencies EC has announced that the printing of ballot papers for the first-past-the-post (FPTP) category has been completed for 60 constituencies.
Business NEPSE climbs over 27 points, turnover crosses Rs 11.5 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), the country’s sole secondary market, rose by 27.19 points, or 1.01 per cent, on Thursday to close at 2,708.70 points.
Photo Gallery Snowfall transforms Muktinath and Upper Manang into winter wonderland The Muktinath area in Waragung Muktikshetra Rural Municipality–1 of Mustang has been blanketed in snow following recent snowfall, turning the sacred landscape into a striking white panorama.
