SOCIETY
Nepalis stranded in Kuwait rescued, 33 sent to destination countries
Nepalis stranded in Kuwait rescued, 33 sent to destination c...
The evacuees were stuck in Kuwait while transiting to Nepal and other countries due to the closure of Kuwait’s airspace. The embassy coordinated their onward journey via Saudi Arabia, using land routes to reach Saudi territory and then flights to their final destinations.
Mar 23, 2026
POLITICS, Republica Watch
When leaders lose, the “wave” takes the blame
When leaders lose, the “wave” takes the blame
Nepal’s recent election losses have exposed a pattern of political deflection, where leaders blame “waves,” rivals, or circumstances instead of confronting shifting voter expectations and their own shortcomings.
Mar 23, 2026
POLITICS
NC calls CWC meeting to review election results
NC calls CWC meeting to review election results
Acting Chief Secretary Krishna Prasad Dulal said the meeting will be held at 1 pm at the party’s central office in Sanepa. The party had already held meetings on Friday and Sunday, where a preliminary assessment of the election outcome was carried out.
Mar 23, 2026
SOCIETY
Thai national arrested at TIA with over 3.4 kg of cannabis
Thai national arrested at TIA with over 3.4 kg of cannabis
A 39-year-old Thai national, Yongyut Thuin, was arrested at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) on Monday night for carrying 3.435 kilograms of cannabis.
Mar 23, 2026
Market
Nepal SBI Bank marks Global Money Week 2026, reaches over 3,000 students nationwide
Nepal SBI Bank marks Global Money Week 2026, reaches over 3,...
Held from March 16 to 22 under the theme “Smart Money Talks”, the initiative aimed to educate school and college students on key financial concepts, including the importance of savings, loans, investments, digital banking, and awareness of digital fraud, according to a press statement is...
Mar 23, 2026
WORLD
Trump postpones Iran power plant strikes after 'very good' peace talks
Trump postpones Iran power plant strikes after 'very good' p...
US President Donald Trump said Monday that he had ordered a halt to his threatened strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure after "very good and productive talks" with Tehran, and that negotiations are set to continue this week.
Mar 23, 2026
OPINION
Why Financial Literacy Matters More Than Ever
Why Financial Literacy Matters More Than Ever
Global Money Week 2026 underscores the urgent need to equip young people with financial knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions, avoid risks, and build long-term economic resilience.
Mar 23, 2026
POLITICS
Bangladeshi envoy calls on Vice President Yadav
Bangladeshi envoy calls on Vice President Yadav
Bangladeshi Ambassador to Nepal, Md. Shafiqur Rahman, paid a courtesy call on Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav at the latter's office in Lainchaur today.
Mar 23, 2026
WORLD
Asia champions Japan need 'different tools' to win World Cup - coach
Asia champions Japan need 'different tools' to win World Cup...
Japan beat Women's Asian Cup hosts Australia 1-0 in Saturday's final in Sydney to lift the trophy for the third time in four tournaments.
Mar 23, 2026
SOCIETY
Six more arrested as protests erupt in Kapilvastu after Temple incident
Six more arrested as protests erupt in Kapilvastu after Temp...
The demonstrations were called by the group after a multi-party meeting at the District Administration Office on Sunday failed to address their demands. Protesters cited lack of action against temple vandalism, gunfire, and inadequate treatment of the injured as reasons for the bandh and demonstrati...
Mar 23, 2026