SOCIETY
Husband surrenders to police after killing wife in Lalitpur
Husband surrenders to police after killing wife in Lalitpur
According to police, 30-year-old Binod Pakhrin of Godawari Municipality–7, Devichaur presented himself at the Tikabhairav Police Post following the incident. Police said he admitted to killing his 23-year-old wife, Kopila Pakhrin.
Jan 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Home Ministry rolls out special plan to ensure free, fair and fear-free elections
Home Ministry rolls out special plan to ensure free, fair an...
Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced a ward-level coordination concept to ensure free, fair and fear-free elections by involving political parties, civil society, media and other stakeholders throughout the electoral process.
Jan 30, 2026
ECONOMY
Heavy snowfall cuts off Upper Mustang
Heavy snowfall cuts off Upper Mustang
According to Umesh Paudel, activity in Lo Manthang is minimal, as most residents from the upper region have moved to lower areas, including Pokhara, to escape the harsh winter. At present, only around 50 people remain in Lo Manthang. With most villagers already away and snowfall adding to the isolat...
Jan 30, 2026
POLITICS
I am in constant dialogue with Sher Bahadur Deuba: Gagan Thapa
I am in constant dialogue with Sher Bahadur Deuba: Gagan Tha...
He said the party has recently completed its general convention and elected new leadership, adding that there is no blame or resentment within the party.
Jan 30, 2026
WORLD
At least 170 civilians killed in Myanmar air strikes during election: UN
At least 170 civilians killed in Myanmar air strikes during...
UN reported that Myanmar’s military air strikes killed at least 170 civilians during over 400 attacks around the country’s widely-criticized December–January elections.
Jan 30, 2026
WORLD
Britain's Starmer seeks to bolster China ties despite Trump warning
Britain's Starmer seeks to bolster China ties despite Trump...
Visiting Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday that Britain has a "huge amount to offer" China, after his bid to forge closer ties prompted warnings from US President Donald Trump.
Jan 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Experts call for clear education reforms in party manifestos
Experts call for clear education reforms in party manifestos
Experts urge parties to release manifestos with clear education plans, including private school autonomy, five-year goals, and accountability measures.
Jan 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Ten arrested with 500 kg of marijuana
Ten arrested with 500 kg of marijuana
According to the Central Police News Desk, the suspects—including 29-year-old Rudra Bahadur Shrestha of Aamchok Rural Municipality–9—were arrested on Thursday while traveling in a tractor under suspicious circumstances.
Jan 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Traffic resumes on Kagbeni–Muktinath road
Traffic resumes on Kagbeni–Muktinath road
The Kagbeni–Muktinath road has reopened this morning after being blocked for two days by heavy snowfall, following coordinated efforts by local authorities, security forces, and road project teams.
Jan 30, 2026
SOCIETY
Forty injured in bus mishap on Narayanghat-Muglin road section
Forty injured in bus mishap on Narayanghat-Muglin road secti...
This morning, the bus with number plate, Lumbini Province 02-100 Kha 0460, travelling from Dang to Kathmandu, overturned on the road at Ghumaune of Bharatpur Metropolitan City-29.
Jan 30, 2026