WORLD
Global nuclear arms control under pressure in 2026
Global nuclear arms control under pressure in 2026
The fragile global legal framework for nuclear weapons control faces further setbacks in 2026, eroding guardrails to avoid a nuclear crisis.
Dec 22, 2025
SOCIETY
Election security: Govt steps up preparations, parties lag behind
Election security: Govt steps up preparations, parties lag b...
The country’s two major parties—the Nepali Congress and the CPN-UML—remain more focused on demanding the reinstatement of the House of Representatives than on election preparations.
Dec 22, 2025
POLITICS
Minister Kharel shares achievements made in three months
Minister Kharel shares achievements made in three months
Minister Kharel made public 30 achievements made on topics ranging from telecommunications to information technology, postal service, printing and film in the last three months.
Dec 22, 2025
ECONOMY
CGT collection drops by more than 50 percent to Rs 4.01 billion in five months
CGT collection drops by more than 50 percent to Rs 4.01 bill...
According to the CDS and Clearing Limited, the government’s revenue collection under the heading declined by Rs 5.19 billion during mid-July and mid-December of this FY.
Dec 22, 2025
SOCIETY
EC sets inclusive quotas for proportional representation in upcoming polls
EC sets inclusive quotas for proportional representation in...
The government had proposed amending Schedule 1 of the Act based on population data from the 2021 census to reflect updated percentages of Dalits, indigenous nationalities, Khas Arya, Madhesi, Tharu, and Muslim communities.
Dec 22, 2025
WORLD
Zelensky says US must pile pressure on Russia to end war
Zelensky says US must pile pressure on Russia to end war
Zelensky also said that Washington had proposed the first face-to-face negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in half a year, but later expressed skepticism that would help.
Dec 22, 2025
SOCIETY
Chhabilal released on bail by Rupendehi District Court
Chhabilal released on bail by Rupendehi District Court
Joshi had filed a petition seeking permission to fight the case while out of custody. Hearing the petition, the Butwal High Court had directed that the case file, along with a clarification report, be sent back to the district court.
Dec 22, 2025
SOCIETY
NICCI AGM highlights roadblocks to investment in Nepal, calls for ecosystem approach
NICCI AGM highlights roadblocks to investment in Nepal, call...
Dr Lohani urged the government to shift its role from a “gatekeeper to a partner” for investors. Speaking on “Strengthening the Ecosystem for Scaling Indian Investment in Nepal,” he stressed that investment thrives on ecosystems, not isolated approvals.
Dec 22, 2025
SOCIETY
China’s Ambassador Chen Song bids farewell, calls himself lifelong friend of Nepal
China’s Ambassador Chen Song bids farewell, calls himself li...
Ambassador Chen said he thoroughly enjoyed his time in Nepal and developed a deep emotional connection with the country and its people.
Dec 22, 2025
SOCIETY
Mental health crisis among Nepali students in Australia raises alarm
Mental health crisis among Nepali students in Australia rais...
While many travel abroad seeking quality education, financial stability and better prospects, community leaders say the realities of student life often prove far more difficult, pushing some into severe mental distress.
Dec 22, 2025