POLITICS
Most MPs in constituencies, House lacks quorum
Most MPs in constituencies, House lacks quorum
KATHMANDU, April 21: With most of the lawmakers leaving Kathmandu for election preparations in their respective constituencies, Thursday's House meeting was adjourned for three days due to the lack of quorum.
Apr 21, 2017
POLITICS
Six Madhes parties unify as polls loom closer
Six Madhes parties unify as polls loom closer
KATHMANDU, April 21: Six tarai-centric parties have joined hands to form a united force in hope of emboldening a fading Madhes movement and having a greater say in the future of the country’s southern plains.
Apr 21, 2017
The Week
Not so small issues
Not so small issues
Sometimes, health issues don’t have to be big or serious, even small nicks can be a source of major discomfort. Thus information and knowledge on handling these issues always comes in handy. The Week collected some common health concerns and consulted experts on the matter.
Apr 21, 2017
POLITICS
Quake victims deprived of second tranche
Quake victims deprived of second tranche
CHAUTARA, April 21: Kamala Giri, a local of Gothapani Village of Chautara Sangachowkgadhi Municipality in Sindhupalchowk district, has re-built her one-storey house spending around Rs 500,000.
Apr 21, 2017
ELECTION
Printing of ballot papers, voter ID cards complete: EC
Printing of ballot papers, voter ID cards complete: EC
KATHMANDU, April 21: The Election Commission (EC) has completed printing of ballot papers for all 75 districts as part of its final preparations to conduct the local elections on May 14 as announced by the government. The election body has already completed printing the voter ID and voter roll.
Apr 21, 2017
ELECTION
Political parties welcoming cadres from rival parties
Political parties welcoming cadres from rival parties
PANCHTHAR, April 21: With just 25 days left for the election, various political parties have intensified programs to lure new members to their party.
Apr 21, 2017
The Week
Eating habits that don’t aid weight loss
Eating habits that don’t aid weight loss
Many of us are constantly on the lookout for ways to lose weight without having to exercise. This is what leads to all kinds of extreme diet plans because we think cutting out certain foods completely will help us lose weight fast. Although most diets claim to reduce the fat percentage in the body,...
Apr 21, 2017
SOCIETY
Parties step up electioneering in Dhangadhi
Parties step up electioneering in Dhangadhi
DHANGADHI, April 21: Election fever has gripped Dhangadhi following the door-to-door visit of leaders and cadres of various political parties.
Apr 21, 2017
POLITICS
EC puts RPP row on hold
EC puts RPP row on hold
KATHMANDU, April 21: With the election just around the corner, the Election Commission (EC) has put the dispute over 'Hindu state' and 'monarchy' with Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) on hold for the time being.
Apr 21, 2017
The Week
Cricket craze
Cricket craze
No matter where you go these days it is hard to escape the never-ending conversations on cricket. Cricket is all too pervasive in our lives and more so now since it’s been a little more than two weeks into the 47 days long Indian Premier League. 22 matches have been played already and with more line...
Apr 21, 2017