POLITICS, Republica Watch
Why PM Karki turned to a retired army general for Nepal’s foreign ministry?
Why PM Karki turned to a retired army general for Nepal’s fo...
With elections approaching and Nepal facing diplomatic uncertainty after envoy recalls, PM Karki appointed retired Lieutenant General Sharma as Foreign Minister, betting on his crisis-management, security and consensus-building credentials to stabilise foreign relations and steer the country toward...
Dec 27, 2025
SOCIETY
Friendship Bridge rebuilt, Rasuwagadhi border set to reopen
Friendship Bridge rebuilt, Rasuwagadhi border set to reopen
The Chinese side has officially informed the Government of Nepal that the bridge has been rebuilt and has sought coordination to finalize an inauguration date, officials said.
Dec 26, 2025
SOCIETY
NHRC urges government to protect senior citizens’ rights
NHRC urges government to protect senior citizens’ rights
The NHRC has called on the government to identify the needs and priorities of senior citizens and to give due importance to their concerns while formulating policies, plans, programmes, and budgets. It has also echoed the need to create opportunities for senior citizens to pass on their skills and e...
Dec 26, 2025
SOCIETY
51 types of materials to be used in March 5 elections
51 types of materials to be used in March 5 elections
According to the EC, the materials include ballot boxes, ballot papers, indelible ink, stamp pads and other essential election supplies. Priority has been given to the use of domestic products, cost efficiency and environmental protection.
Dec 26, 2025
WORLD
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak convicted in trial over 1MDB corruption scanda...
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak convicted in tri...
The nation’s High Court found Najib, 72, guilty on four counts of abuse of power. Rulings on additional charges of money laundering were still being delivered Friday afternoon.
Dec 26, 2025
SOCIETY
Rabies infection challenge on the rise in Sudurpashchim
Rabies infection challenge on the rise in Sudurpashchim
A major challenge has been added to public health across the province after rabies began to spread among animals and humans from fox and stray dog bites.
Dec 26, 2025
ECONOMY
Mustang Customs records Rs 11 billion in trade, over 2,000 EVs imported
Mustang Customs records Rs 11 billion in trade, over 2,000 E...
Since the Nepal–China Korala border was fully brought into operation on September 30, trade worth over Rs 11 billion has been recorded up to January 10, said Mustang Customs Chief Ramesh Khadka. Of the total, goods worth Rs 10.82 billion were imported from China, while Nepal exported products...
Dec 26, 2025
POLITICS
Calls grow within NC for Special Convention as Regular General Convention looks unlikely
Calls grow within NC for Special Convention as Regular Gener...
With little visible progress towards holding the Nepali Congress (NC)’ regular general convention before the March 5 polls, pressure is mounting within the party for an alternative course.
Dec 26, 2025
WORLD
California hit by devastating christmas storm: 3 Dead, state of emergency declared
California hit by devastating christmas storm: 3 Dead, state...
Torrential rain and flooding in California on Christmas night killed three people, forced evacuations, shut major roads, and left nearly 100,000 residents without power as authorities declared a state of emergency.
Dec 26, 2025
POLITICS
Balen stays cautious as talks with Rabi progress after RSP proposes power-sharing deal
Balen stays cautious as talks with Rabi progress after RSP p...
Balen Shah and Rabi Lamichhane are making progress on uniting alternative political forces ahead of the March 5 elections, though final agreement is still pending.
Dec 26, 2025