POLITICS
Rupandehi records highest number of candidacies and Mustang the lowest
Rupandehi records highest number of candidacies and Mustang...
The Election Commission (EC) said that a total of 2,925 candidates have registered to participate in the first-past-the-post (FTPT) election system for the House of Representatives membership election.
Jan 21, 2026
SOCIETY
TikTok removes over 2.8 million Nepali videos in just three months
TikTok removes over 2.8 million Nepali videos in just three...
The report, which covers data from July to September 2025, outlines TikTok’s ongoing efforts to ensure a safe digital environment for its users by proactively identifying and removing harmful content. TikTok said these measures are aimed at providing a positive experience for users worldwide.
Jan 21, 2026
WORLD
Japan to restart world's biggest nuclear plant Wednesday
Japan to restart world's biggest nuclear plant Wednesday
The governor of Niigata province, where the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant is located, approved its resumption last month, although public opinion remains sharply divided.
Jan 21, 2026
ECONOMY
Construction of Kohalpur–Surkhet 132 kV Transmission Line nears completion
Construction of Kohalpur–Surkhet 132 kV Transmission Line ne...
The transmission line project was launched six years ago at a cost of Rs 700 million. According to the project office, physical progress has reached 100 percent.
Jan 21, 2026
ECONOMY
National parks revenue drops by Rs 220 million
National parks revenue drops by Rs 220 million
The department stated that it collects revenue from national parks, wildlife reserves, and conservation areas. According to Beda Kumar Dhakal, Deputy Director General and spokesperson of the DNPWC, revenue collection in the current fiscal year has declined by Rs 227.3 million compared to last year.
Jan 21, 2026
POLITICS
Complaint filed against former PM Madhav Nepal’s candidacy
Complaint filed against former PM Madhav Nepal’s candidacy
The complaint was filed on Wednesday, a day after Nepal registered his candidacy. An Election Commission source confirmed that a complaint has been submitted against him, though details of the allegations have not been disclosed.
Jan 21, 2026
SPORTS
Nepal defeats Pakistan in SAFF Futsal Championship
Nepal defeats Pakistan in SAFF Futsal Championship
The match was played at the Nonthaburi Futsal Arena in Bangkok, Thailand. Nepal took a commanding 3–0 lead in the first half and added two more goals after the break, while conceding one.
Jan 21, 2026
SOCIETY
US deports 80 Nepalis including those holding student visa in a day
US deports 80 Nepalis including those holding student visa i...
According to the Department of Immigration (DoI), those deported include 79 men and one woman. Officials said the individuals were removed for reasons including lack of valid documents, illegal stay, and violations of US immigration laws.
Jan 21, 2026
WORLD
Russian strikes kill two in Ukraine, say regional authorities
Russian strikes kill two in Ukraine, say regional authoritie...
"A 77-year-old man and a 72-year-old woman were killed. A 53-year-old woman was wounded," said Oleksandr Ganzha, the head of the regional military administration, in a statement posted on Telegram.
Jan 21, 2026
POLITICS
63 percent of candidates under 50, only 6 percent above 65
63 percent of candidates under 50, only 6 percent above 65
The EC stated that out of 3,484 candidates contesting the election, 2,193—or 62.94 percent—are under 50 years of age.
Jan 21, 2026