ECONOMY
NRB issues Rs 25 billion in bonds, invites bids from BFIs
NRB issues Rs 25 billion in bonds, invites bids from BFIs
The central bank has issued one-year maturity bonds, with bidding open until 2:00 PM on December 29 through the online bidding system. Only banks and financial institutions are eligible to participate in the bidding process.
Dec 29, 2025
ECONOMY
Daily turnover slides to Rs 4.77 billion as NEPSE loses 10.53 points
Daily turnover slides to Rs 4.77 billion as NEPSE loses 10.5...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Monday declined 10.53 points to close at 2,622.88 points.
Dec 29, 2025
SOCIETY
NMA calls for immediate action to save hunger-striking Nicolas
NMA calls for immediate action to save hunger-striking Nicol...
The NMA has urged the government to act immediately to save the life of Dr. Nicholas Bhusal, warning that his health is rapidly deteriorating as he continues an indefinite hunger strike at Maitighar Mandala.
Dec 29, 2025
SOCIETY
Chandragiri declared child labour-free local level
Chandragiri declared child labour-free local level
The announcement was made by Chief Minister of Bagmati Province Indra Bahadur Baniya, Social Development Minister Kanchan Chandra Bade and Mayor of Chandragiri Municipality Ghanshyam Giri.
Dec 29, 2025
WORLD
Over 3,000 migrants died in 2025 trying to reach Spain
Over 3,000 migrants died in 2025 trying to reach Spain
Over 3,000 migrants, including hundreds of children, died trying to reach Spain in 2025, mostly via the perilous Atlantic route to the Canary Islands.
Dec 29, 2025
POLITICS
Lekhak tells probe panel he did not order use of force, says protest was ‘hijacked’
Lekhak tells probe panel he did not order use of force, say...
He said that during the Central Security Committee meeting held on September 7, he gave three clear directions: to ensure no loss of life, to maintain law and order through coordination, and to remain alert against possible infiltration during the protests. “I never issued any written or verba...
Dec 29, 2025
POLITICS
JSP-Nepal and JSP move toward merger as Vice-Chair Renu Yadav leads unity with majority ce...
JSP-Nepal and JSP move toward merger as Vice-Chair Renu Yada...
From the JSP side, Vice-Chair Renu Yadav has taken the lead in the unification process. Although party chair Ashok Rai has not yet formally agreed to the merger with JSP-Nepal, Vice-Chair Yadav signed the unification declaration along with a majority of the party’s central committee members.
Dec 29, 2025
POLITICS
NC at a crossroads: Membership disputes trigger identity crisis
NC at a crossroads: Membership disputes trigger identity cri...
Struggling with delayed conventions, faction-driven membership politics, and a fading ideological anchor, the NC finds itself caught between being a mass party and a cadre-based organisation, deepening an unprecedented identity crisis.
Dec 29, 2025
WORLD
Pro-military party claims majority in Myanmar’s Junta-organised election
Pro-military party claims majority in Myanmar’s Junta-organi...
Myanmar’s pro-military party says it is securing a majority in the first phase of junta-run elections, despite widespread criticism and warnings that the vote will further entrench military rule.
Dec 29, 2025
SOCIETY
Singer Trishala Gurung recommended for PR candidacy by Ujyalo Nepal Party
Singer Trishala Gurung recommended for PR candidacy by Ujyal...
Popular singer and doctor Trishala Gurung has been recommended by the Ujyalo Nepal Party as a PR candidate for the upcoming House of Representatives election.
Dec 29, 2025