SOCIETY
Two business firms penalized
Two business firms penalized
During a monitoring and inspection of the markets, the firms were found flouting regulations. As a result, the department imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on BS Dhawalagiri Traders and Rs 15,000 on Sindhu Materials Pvt. Ltd.
Jan 14, 2026
WORLD
Iran vows fast trials over protests after Trump threat
Iran vows fast trials over protests after Trump threat
International outrage has built over a crackdown on the demonstrations, which a rights group said has likely killed thousands in one of the biggest challenges yet to Iran's clerical leadership.
Jan 14, 2026
SOCIETY
Man arrested in Sindhuli with USD 5,700 of undisclosed source
Man arrested in Sindhuli with USD 5,700 of undisclosed sourc...
According to police, Newar was traveling from Kathmandu to Ilam in a Tata Sumo (Ba 16 Cha 8048) when security personnel stopped the vehicle at a check post in Golanjor Rural Municipality.
Jan 14, 2026
ECONOMY
Hyatt Place opens in Butwal, expanding western Nepal’s hospitality options
Hyatt Place opens in Butwal, expanding western Nepal’s hospi...
Hyatt Place Butwal adds new options for hospitality in western Nepal, combining convenience, comfort, and services for travelers and the region’s growing economy, the organizer said.
Jan 14, 2026
SOCIETY
One killed in road accident
One killed in road accident
The accident took place at 4:00 am this morning when a tipper truck (Na 8 Kha 365) carrying cement from Nawalparasi to Gulmi met with an accident and fell 250 meters below the road, according to DSP Hom Prakash Chaudhary of the District Police Office.
Jan 14, 2026
POLITICS
Gagan Thapa files candidacy for NC President as Sharma, Paudel vie for general secretary
Gagan Thapa files candidacy for NC President as Sharma, Paud...
Meanwhile, candidates for the position of General Secretary include Bishwa Prakash Sharma and Pradip Paudel.
Jan 14, 2026
SOCIETY
Build Up Nepal wins 2026 Zayed Sustainability Prize for climate action
Build Up Nepal wins 2026 Zayed Sustainability Prize for clim...
The award underscores Nepal’s growing contribution to global sustainability and the power of locally driven innovations to address climate change and disaster resilience.
Jan 14, 2026
WORLD
'Proving the boys wrong': Teenage racers picked for elite driver programme
'Proving the boys wrong': Teenage racers picked for elite dr...
The mission of the More Than Equal project is simple and fearlessly ambitious -- to find and develop the first woman Formula One world champion.
Jan 14, 2026
Market
Gold, silver prices hit record highs
Gold, silver prices hit record highs
According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, gold rose by Rs 1,500 per tola, reaching Rs 278,000. On Tuesday, it was Rs 276,500.
Jan 14, 2026
WORLD
India accuses Pakistan of cross-border drone incursions in Kashmir
India accuses Pakistan of cross-border drone incursions in K...
"They have been told that this is unacceptable to us, and please put a stop to it," General Upendra Dwivedi told reporters in New Delhi in an annual briefing to the media.
Jan 14, 2026