POLITICS
Kaski-1, volatile constituency with frequently changed outcome
Kaski-1, volatile constituency with frequently changed outco...
The constituency covers Madi and Rupa rural municipalities and ward nos- 10, 12, 13, 14, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 and 32 of Pokhara Metropolitan City. A total of 17 candidates are contesting from the constituency, according to Rudra Neupane, Information Officer of the Election Office in Pokhara.
Jan 29, 2026
ECONOMY
Parbat exports oranges worth Rs 320 million this year
Parbat exports oranges worth Rs 320 million this year
According to the Agricultural Development Office, the district produced 3,421 metric tons of oranges this year, all of which were supplied to markets. Oranges were purchased directly from orchards at prices ranging from Rs 95 to Rs 120 per kg.
Jan 29, 2026
WORLD
World Food Programme terminates all staff contracts in rebel-held Yemen: UN official
World Food Programme terminates all staff contracts in rebel...
The United Nations agency suspended work in rebel-held areas in late August after the Iran-backed Houthis detained 38 employees in a series of raids, the official said, requesting anonymity.
Jan 29, 2026
SOCIETY
Arbitrary practices in UAE visa process: VFS ‘syndicate’ squeezes Nepali workers
Arbitrary practices in UAE visa process: VFS ‘syndicate’ squ...
A new provision requiring additional authentication of Police Clearance Certificates (PCC) for Nepali workers heading to the UAE has added a financial burden running into billions of rupees.
Jan 29, 2026
POLITICS
More youth candidates seeking voters’ trust in Madhesh, breaking past trends
More youth candidates seeking voters’ trust in Madhesh, brea...
Youth candidates are increasingly asserting the need for their representation in parliament and the government, seeking to test and validate this demand through voters’ trust and confidence.
Jan 29, 2026
WORLD
Indian state mulls social media ban for children
Indian state mulls social media ban for children
India, the world's most populous nation, has about one billion internet users with all cities and 95 percent of villages connected, according to government figures.
Jan 29, 2026
SOCIETY
Snowfall affects daily life in Humla, farmers cite benefit to winter crops
Snowfall affects daily life in Humla, farmers cite benefit t...
According to Chief District Officer Tek Kumar Regmi, heavy snowfall, particularly on January 28, has intensified the cold in the district. Bonfires have been arranged at government offices to provide warmth for service seekers.
Jan 29, 2026
POLITICS
29 polling stations in Palpa 'highly sensitive'
29 polling stations in Palpa 'highly sensitive'
According to Chief District Officer Binu Kunwar, 20 polling stations in Constituency No. 1 and nine in Constituency No. 2 are sensitive.
Jan 29, 2026
SOCIETY
One killed in Tanahun road accident
One killed in Tanahun road accident
The deceased has been identified as Sumitra Thapa, 27, of Bharatpur Metropolitan City-16.
Jan 29, 2026
SOCIETY
Heavy snowfall leaves Muktinath Pilglrims stranded in Kagbeni
Heavy snowfall leaves Muktinath Pilglrims stranded in Kagben...
Heavy snowfall has left the Muktinath temple area deserted and blocked key road sections, forcing pilgrims to remain stranded in Kagbeni as access to the shrine remains disrupted.
Jan 29, 2026