POLITICS
High hopes, higher stakes for RSP government
High hopes, higher stakes for RSP government
Riding a wave of public frustration and hope, the RSP now faces the difficult task of turning its sweeping mandate into credible, transparent governance amid high expectations and limited capacity.
Mar 27, 2026
Editorial
Gaps in Gen Z Protest Probe Report
Gaps in Gen Z Protest Probe Report
A detailed yet uneven report on the September protests raises serious accountability concerns while leaving critical gaps that could undermine both justice and security confidence.
Mar 27, 2026
ECONOMY
Insurance companies see strong growth: Rs 156 billion premium collected in eight months
Insurance companies see strong growth: Rs 156 billion premiu...
Insurance companies in Nepal have significantly increased their business, collecting a total of Rs 156 billion in premiums during the first eight months of the current fiscal year, according to the Nepal Insurance Authority. (NIA) Both life and non-life insurers contributed to this growth.
Mar 26, 2026
ECONOMY
Kalinchok Hydropower to issue 684,750 unit shares from April 5
Kalinchok Hydropower to issue 684,750 unit shares from April...
Kalinchok Hydropower is set to issue its initial public offering (IPO) from April 5. The company will open the IPO for the general public in the second phase after completing share allocation to project-affected locals and Nepalis working abroad in the first phase.
Mar 26, 2026
POLITICS, Entertainment
Balen drops ‘Jai Mahakali’ on eve of swearing-in as PM, blending music with national mood
Balen drops ‘Jai Mahakali’ on eve of swearing-in as PM, blen...
The hip-hop artist-turned-politician on Thursday released his new track “Jai Mahakali” on YouTube, offering a blend of symbolism, sentiment and strategy at a pivotal political moment.
Mar 26, 2026
WORLD
Cambodia court upholds 14-years jail for journalists over border photo
Cambodia court upholds 14-years jail for journalists over bo...
Information ministry spokesman Tep Asnarith said the case was "a lesson for journalists to carefully think about publishing news and the protection of national security, and to uphold national interests".
Mar 26, 2026
POLITICS
Madheshi parties’ ego key reason behind defeat: Rajendra Mahato
Madheshi parties’ ego key reason behind defeat: Rajendra Mah...
Mahato added that the failure of Madheshi parties to contest under a single election symbol was the primary reason for their defeat.
Mar 26, 2026
SOCIETY
Preparations complete for new passport printing, temporary service delays expected
Preparations complete for new passport printing, temporary s...
For passport procurement, the DoP has signed an agreement with a new supplier and completed the necessary preparations, including the passport system and passport booklets. The current system will switch to the new one within one to two months, and services may be affected until the system stabilize...
Mar 26, 2026
ECONOMY
Spring climbing season opens: 82 climbers from 10 teams receive permits
Spring climbing season opens: 82 climbers from 10 teams rece...
According to the Department of Tourism, permits have been issued since March 1. The highest number of climbers—22 from three teams—have received permits for Annapurna I.
Mar 26, 2026
Market
KU and AIDIA partner to launch Master’s in International Affairs, Economy, and Diplomacy
KU and AIDIA partner to launch Master’s in International Aff...
According to a press statement issued by the AIDIA, the collaboration aims to develop a new generation of leaders equipped to navigate 21st-century economic and diplomatic challenges.
Mar 26, 2026