विशेष समाचार

With the March 5 polls approaching, political parties—specifically the CPN-UML and Nepali Congress—are under intense pressure to appeal to the 800,000 new first-time voters. Following the “Gen-Z” protests of late 2025, parties are pivoting their manifestos to focus on digital governance and job creation to avoid being sidelined by independent “youth waves.”

President Ram Chandra Paudel is set to depart for Tokyo tomorrow, February 1, on a landmark four-day official visit. This trip commemorates the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Nepal and Japan. He is scheduled to meet with Emperor Naruhito and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to discuss bilateral cooperation and infrastructure investment.

The nation’s attention is fixed on Jhapa-5, where Kathmandu’s former mayor Balen Shah is officially challenging CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli in his home turf. This face-off between the “Gen-Z” favorite and the veteran leader is being hailed as the ultimate symbol of the 2026 election, representing a direct clash between the old political guard […]

Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki conducted a high-level inspection of the Kathmandu-Tarai Madhes Expressway (Fast Track) today. She directed project officials to address local grievances in Khokana, Lalitpur, and emphasized that national pride projects must proceed without infringing upon the religious and cultural heritage of local communities.

A significant fire broke out early this morning at the “Blackout Dance and Restaurant,” located on the upper floor of Hotel Woodland in the high-profile Durbarmarg area. Multiple fire engines were deployed to contain the blaze, which caused extensive property damage but resulted in no casualties. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of […]

The Nepal Medical Council (NMC) released results for the latest licensing examination today, revealing a staggering 60% failure rate among aspiring doctors. Out of 943 candidates who took the test, only 372 passed. This has triggered an immediate social and political debate regarding the deteriorating quality of medical education and the rigorousness of domestic licensing […]

Kathmandu police arrested 10 individuals following an overnight operation in Mulpani where officers were forced to fire gunshots. The operation targeted a notorious gang suspected of trailing and robbing individuals of jewelry and cash at night. One suspect, identified as the gang leader, sustained a leg injury during the encounter and is receiving treatment under […]

Nepal’s domestic bullion market witnessed a massive surge today, with hallmark gold prices jumping by over Rs 20,000 in a single day to reach a record Rs 339,300 per tola. This historic peak follows a global rally where spot gold touched $5,591 per ounce, driven by investors seeking safe-haven assets amidst international economic and geopolitical […]