ECONOMY
Irregular and sporadic opening of Tinker pass affects cross-border trade, local livelihood
Irregular and sporadic opening of Tinker pass affects cross-...
Irregular and limited opening of the border crossing has severely disrupted the local trade, livelihood and pilgrimage, locals report.
Jan 15, 2026
SOCIETY, WORLD
US pauses immigrant visa processing for 75 countries including Nepal, from next week
US pauses immigrant visa processing for 75 countries includi...
The US has announced an indefinite pause on immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries—including Nepal—beginning January 21, as Washington moves to tighten screening under the “public charge” provision of immigration law.
Jan 15, 2026
ECONOMY
CIT's net profit last FY stands at over Rs 1.25 billion
CIT's net profit last FY stands at over Rs 1.25 billion
Of the total amount, Rs 251.2 million was allocated to the general reserve fund, while the remaining profit was distributed to its members as a bonus.
Jan 15, 2026
POLITICS
I will let no one’s head bow in shame and uphold Congress’s dignity: Newly elected Preside...
I will let no one’s head bow in shame and uphold Congress’s...
Addressing leaders, cadres, and well-wishers at the convention venue on Wednesday after his election, President Thapa expressed his determination to build a party in which members feel proud to be part of the NC.
Jan 15, 2026
WORLD
Water cycle instability drives global climate disasters in 2025: Report
Water cycle instability drives global climate disasters in 2...
The 2025 Global Water Monitor Report led by The ANU demonstrates that continued warming is altering how water moves, is stored and is exchanged between the atmosphere, land and oceans, with significant consequences for societies and ecosystems, said an ANU news release.
Jan 15, 2026
SOCIETY
Maghe Sankranti enhances brotherhood and tolerance: President Paudel
Maghe Sankranti enhances brotherhood and tolerance: Presiden...
He offered his best wishes for happiness, peace, and prosperity to all Nepalese brothers and sisters, both within the country and abroad.
Jan 15, 2026
POLITICS
Rastriya Mukti Party Nepal's merger with NCP
Rastriya Mukti Party Nepal's merger with NCP
At a special programme organised on Wednesday, NCP Coordinator, Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Joint Coordinator Madhav Kumar Nepal and senior Vice-Chairperson of Rastriya Mukti Party Nepal, Suman Sayami, signed the agreement paper.
Jan 15, 2026
ECONOMY
Aquatic bird number rises, species diversity declines in Pokhara
Aquatic bird number rises, species diversity declines in Pok...
The census jointly conducted by the Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge and Pokhara Birds Society found that the overall population of aquatic birds spiked by 10.2 per cent compared to last year.
Jan 15, 2026
POLITICS
Gagan Thapa elected unopposed Nepali Congress President
Gagan Thapa elected unopposed Nepali Congress President
Addressing leaders, cadres, and well-wishers at the Special Convention venue after being elected to the position of President, Thapa expressed his determination to make the party one that its members are proud to be part of.
Jan 15, 2026
POLITICS
NC splits for the third time as leadership rift escalates into factional battle
NC splits for the third time as leadership rift escalates in...
The Deuba-led faction on Wednesday suspended General Secretaries Gagan Thapa and Bishwa Prakash Sharma, along with Joint General Secretary Farmullah Mansoor, for five years over alleged violations of party rules and attempts to challenge the leadership.
Jan 15, 2026