SPORTS
25th Aaha–Rara Pokhara Gold Cup to see matches under floodlights
25th Aaha–Rara Pokhara Gold Cup to see matches under floodli...
The 25th Aaha–Rara Pokhara Gold Cup will run from February 10 to 22 with 12 teams competing, as the tournament makes history by staging matches under floodlights for the first time.
Feb 01, 2026
SOCIETY
One killed in rhino attack in Chitwan
One killed in rhino attack in Chitwan
The victim has been identified as 55-year-old Tej Bahadur Pathak, a resident of Bharatpur Metropolitan City–3. According to police, Pathak was attacked while walking on a road near his home this afternoon.
Feb 01, 2026
WORLD
Trump says he welcomes Chinese investment in Venezuelan oil
Trump says he welcomes Chinese investment in Venezuelan oil
US President Donald Trump said he would welcome Chinese investment in Venezuela’s oil sector, signalling openness to Beijing’s return as Caracas moves to revive its economy and open its vast energy reserves to foreign partners following the ouster of Nicolas Maduro....
Feb 01, 2026
POLITICS
Actual ballot paper samples unveiled: Largest for Dhanusha-3, smallest for Manang
Actual ballot paper samples unveiled: Largest for Dhanusha-3...
The commission has released ballot samples for selected districts and constituencies under all seven provinces. According to commission spokesperson Narayan Bhattarai, samples for 56 constituencies out of the total 165 had been published by Saturday evening. Samples for the remaining constituen...
Feb 01, 2026
International
Modi in Epstein files: ‘Dance’ claim sparks storm as opposition calls it national shame
Modi in Epstein files: ‘Dance’ claim sparks storm as opposit...
India’s Ministry of External Affairs dismissed the claims. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal rejected allegations of any meeting or consultation between Prime Minister Modi and Jeffrey Epstein.On Saturday, the opposition Indian National Congress claimed that files linked to Epstein, a US sex of...
Feb 01, 2026
POLITICS
Kathmandu–7: 27 candidates in race, over 67,000 voters
Kathmandu–7: 27 candidates in race, over 67,000 voters
A total of 27 candidates, including six women, are contesting the election in the constituency, which has 67,411 registered voters, according to the Election Office. Of the six female candidates, five are independents, while one represents a political party.
Feb 01, 2026
SOCIETY
Month-long Swasthani Brata Katha, fast conclude today
Month-long Swasthani Brata Katha, fast conclude today
The one-month ritual, observed by followers of the Vedic Sanatan Hindu tradition since Poush Shukla Purnima, is being concluded with prescribed rites and rituals across the country.
Feb 01, 2026
POLITICS
32 days to HoR polls: Ballot papers printed for 18 constituencies in 15 districts
32 days to HoR polls: Ballot papers printed for 18 constitue...
According to the Election Commission, ballot papers for 18 constituencies in a total of 15 districts have been printed so far at Janak Education Materials Limited, Bhaktapur. Ballot papers for FPTP elections in Dolpa, Mugu, Jumla, Kalikot, Humla, Salyan, and Jajarkot have been printed.
Feb 01, 2026
SOCIETY
Today’s weather: Fog, mist likely over Terai region
Today’s weather: Fog, mist likely over Terai region
Partly cloudy conditions are likely over the remaining mountainous areas, including Koshi Province, while the weather will remain mainly fair over the rest of the country.
Feb 01, 2026
POLITICS
Dahal calls for unity among parties to avert instability
Dahal calls for unity among parties to avert instability
Addressing a mass gathering organized by the Solukhumbu–Kathmandu Contact Forum, Dahal said the upcoming election should be viewed as a political exercise shaped by special circumstances and as a way to address the ongoing political crisis in the country.
Feb 01, 2026