OPINION
Dance of Democracy
Dance of Democracy
This is the third time in the history of Nepal that Rastriya Swatantra Party has secured a landslide victory, winning 182 seats out of 275 in a mixed and complex electoral system.
Mar 25, 2026
WORLD
Australia, EU agree sweeping new trade pact eight years in the works
Australia, EU agree sweeping new trade pact eight years in t...
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Australia comes as the 27-nation bloc and the import-reliant nation navigate renewed energy vulnerability sparked by the war in the Middle East.
Mar 25, 2026
Editorial
A step toward safer tourism
A step toward safer tourism
Nepal should present itself as a safe and responsible trekking destination. When safety systems are strong, visitors feel confident. When visitors feel confident, arrivals rise.
Mar 25, 2026
POLITICS
New govt to recommend summoning of Parliament session
New govt to recommend summoning of Parliament session
With the RSP securing a majority in the House of Representatives, preparations are underway to form a new government led by Balendra (Balen) Shah, who is scheduled to take the oath of office as Prime Minister on March 27. Other cabinet members are also expected to be sworn in the same day.
Mar 24, 2026
POLITICS
RSP opposes Home Minister Aryal’s recommendation for National Assembly member
RSP opposes Home Minister Aryal’s recommendation for Nationa...
Sheetal Niwas awaits new govt’s decision
Mar 24, 2026
SOCIETY
Over 2,900 people acquire citizenship in mother's name
Over 2,900 people acquire citizenship in mother's name
The Ministry of Home Affairs stated that 2,948 citizens obtained citizenship according to the new provisions so far after the regulations were issued. The Nepal Citizenship Regulations, which were amended for the fourth time, had been published in the Nepal Gazette.
Mar 24, 2026
ECONOMY
3,500 projects proposed for equalization and special grants
3,500 projects proposed for equalization and special grants
According to the National Planning Commission (NPC), local levels have proposed 3,358 projects and programmes and the provinces 140 projects and programmes for this purpose.
Mar 24, 2026
ECONOMY
Solo trekking now allowed in restricted areas, guide mandatory
Solo trekking now allowed in restricted areas, guide mandato...
Under the previous system, even if a guide was hired, solo travellers were not permitted to enter restricted areas. Tourists were compelled to find a partner to meet the minimum group requirement, which often led to inconvenience and, in some cases, forced arrangements with unfamiliar individuals.
Mar 24, 2026
SOCIETY
Trained dogs deployed for security in Chitwan National Park
Trained dogs deployed for security in Chitwan National Park
According to Information Officer Avinash Thapa Magar, the park has been using a combination of long-, medium-, and short-range patrols, intelligence mobilisation, and joint investigation units as part of its regular security operations. Recently, four trained dogs have also been introduced to suppor...
Mar 24, 2026
SOCIETY
Third Red Panda Festival to be held in Ilam from April 3–6
Third Red Panda Festival to be held in Ilam from April 3–6
The third edition of the Red Panda Festival will be held in Ilam from April 3 to 6, aiming to promote conservation of the endangered red panda while boosting tourism in the region.
Mar 24, 2026