ELECTION
Attacks on poll candidates continue unabated
Attacks on poll candidates continue unabated
KATHMANDU, Nov 19: The nation has been reeling under threats as attacks on the election candidates continue unabated with the upcoming elections now just a week away. On Saturday, bomb attacks were carried out in Rautahat, Tanahun and Bhojpur districts targeting candidates during the poll campaign.
Nov 19, 2017
ELECTION
Old faces in the fray in Khotang
Old faces in the fray in Khotang
KHOTANG, Nov 19: With the objective of giving a tough fight to their rivals, almost all parties in Khotang have fielded seasoned candidates for the upcoming federal and provincial polls scheduled for November 26. Many of the experienced candidates have taken this as an opportunity to repeat their vi...
Nov 19, 2017
ELECTION
Unidentified group tears sample ballot papers
Unidentified group tears sample ballot papers
BAGLUNG, Nov 19: An unidentified group seized and tore sample ballot papers in Baglung on Saturday, while they were being taken to Nishikhola Rural Municipality-3 for educating the voters.
Nov 19, 2017
SOCIETY
Govt failed to provide security to poll candidates: Poudel
Govt failed to provide security to poll candidates: Poudel
KATHMANDU, Nov 19: Senior leader of the ruling Nepali Congress (NC) Ram Chandra Poudel has come down heavily on his own party's government saying that it could not provide security to the election candidates.
Nov 19, 2017
ELECTION
'Lavish feasts can't buy our votes'
'Lavish feasts can't buy our votes'
SINDHUPALCHOWK, Nov 19: On Saturday, some Majhi youths of Jamune village of Sindhupalchowk were found placing flags of various political parties in their tents. Some others were found sticking pamphlets and banners of parties in Eklebesi.
Nov 19, 2017
Editorial
One too many
One too many
One too many, Campaign bombings, editorial
Nov 19, 2017
OPINION
In defense of BRB
In defense of BRB
His appeasement of the urban middle class that in return loathes him will only further alienate his core supporters.
Nov 19, 2017
OPINION
Conflict in Himalayas
Conflict in Himalayas
We believe conflict arises with the marginalization of people’s economic rights and identity.
Nov 19, 2017
OPINION
Saudi populism
Saudi populism
NEW YORK – Most efforts to comprehend the dynamics of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing political earthquake have focused on the psychology of the young crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman. But there are also structural reasons for Prince Mohammed’s brand of populism. Understanding these factors is key to findin...
Nov 19, 2017
Infographic
Infographics: Best and the worst countries for women
Infographics: Best and the worst countries for women
Countries that are peaceful is where women well-being is highest in the world, while those that are unstable or embroiled in conflict are the most dangerous for them, according to the 2017 Global Women, Peace and Security Index.
Nov 19, 2017