POLITICS
Kulman Ghising considering resignation under pressure from all sides, close aides urge cau...
Kulman Ghising considering resignation under pressure from a...
Ghising, who earlier founded the Ujyalo Nepal Party under his own leadership and later reached an agreement to become senior vice-chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), has remained largely engaged in party politics. As criticism grew that ministers were openly involved in partisan activities...
Jan 07, 2026
SOCIETY
RSP PR list controversy: 12 names withdrawn including Srijana and Sachin
RSP PR list controversy: 12 names withdrawn including Srijan...
Twelve individuals from the 110 names included in the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) proportional representation (PR) list have withdrawn their names for various reasons.
Jan 07, 2026
ECONOMY, Republica Watch
Ethanol blending gets green light: Petrol import bill may drop by Rs 6 billion
Ethanol blending gets green light: Petrol import bill may dr...
Although plans to blend ethanol into petroleum products were made over two decades ago, they had not been implemented until now. If ethanol is blended into petrol, it is estimated that around seven million liters of petrol imports could be reduced.
Jan 07, 2026
SOCIETY
Nine rhinos die in and around CNP in last six months
Nine rhinos die in and around CNP in last six months
According to CNP Information Officer, Avinash Thapa Magar, five male and three female rhinos have died since Shrawan (mid-July). He said that the gender of one could not be identified.
Jan 07, 2026
WORLD
Brigitte Bardot died from cancer, husband reveals
Brigitte Bardot died from cancer, husband reveals
The actor dealt with the two procedures very well, Bernard d'Ormale told the magazine, as well-wishers gathered in Saint-Tropez on Wednesday for a church service and burial.
Jan 07, 2026
SOCIETY
Local level closes schools to avoid severe cold in Kailali
Local level closes schools to avoid severe cold in Kailali
The cold wave coupled with declined temperature has badly affected the teaching and learning activities. So, the municipality office decided to close the schools for a week effective from tomorrow, the municipality office informed.
Jan 07, 2026
ECONOMY
Daily turnover slips to Rs 5.17 billion as NEPSE declines 13.35 points
Daily turnover slips to Rs 5.17 billion as NEPSE declines 13...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Wednesday plunged 13.35 points to close at 2,635.94 points.
Jan 07, 2026
SOCIETY
Life in Birgunj gradually returning to normalcy
Life in Birgunj gradually returning to normalcy
A curfew had been imposed in the city for two consecutive days due to the protests. Although markets began opening partially from Tuesday evening, normal life has been steadily resuming since today. Schools, markets, industries, and factories have now fully reopened.
Jan 07, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepali citizens may need up to $15,000 bond for US tourist visa
Nepali citizens may need up to $15,000 bond for US tourist v...
Nepali passport holders may now have to deposit a bond to obtain a US visa. This rule will apply to B1/B2 visas. The US Department of State has stated that the requirement will take effect from January 21, 2026.
Jan 07, 2026
POLITICS
Minister Kharel meets RPP Chair Lingden
Minister Kharel meets RPP Chair Lingden
The election issues including creation of favourable atmosphere and security figured during the meeting Minister Kharel had with RPP Chairman Lingden at the latter's residence, Lubhu Lamatar in Lalitpur.
Jan 07, 2026