SOCIETY
Nepal opens pathway to send additional workers to Israel
Nepal opens pathway to send additional workers to Israel
Government approved new protocols, paving the way for Nepali workers to go to Israel in three sectors: agriculture, elderly care centres, and home-based caregiving.
Jan 05, 2026
POLITICS
Ishwar Pokhrel endorsed unanimously from Kathmandu Constituency-5
Ishwar Pokhrel endorsed unanimously from Kathmandu Constitue...
Pokhrel has a long-standing connection with Kathmandu-5, his home constituency, where he has previously contested elections and faced defeat against Nepali Congress leader Pradip Paudel.
Jan 05, 2026
SOCIETY
Nepal to see drier, warmer winter with below-average rainfall forecast
Nepal to see drier, warmer winter with below-average rainfal...
Nepal is set to experience below-average rainfall this winter, likely keeping temperatures slightly above normal nationwide, including in the Kathmandu Valley.
Jan 05, 2026
SOCIETY
Curfew imposed in Birgunj
Curfew imposed in Birgunj
The curfew was enforced following a decision by the District Security Committee to prohibit assemblies, rallies, and demonstrations at four locations within Birgunj Metropolitan City.
Jan 05, 2026
POLITICS
Four parties explore electoral alliance ahead of NA polls
Four parties explore electoral alliance ahead of NA polls
Nepal’s four major parties are exploring possible alliances and seat-sharing arrangements ahead of the January 25 National Assembly elections, with talks still ongoing.
Jan 05, 2026
POLITICS
RSP PR list controversy: Arnico Panday withdraws name
RSP PR list controversy: Arnico Panday withdraws name
Earlier, Tashi Sherpa, Trishala Gurung, Asif Shah, Sachin Dhakal, and Mahendra Lawati had also withdrawn amid disputes.
Jan 05, 2026
POLITICS
Travel restriction on UML Chair Oli lifted
Travel restriction on UML Chair Oli lifted
The investigation commission formed to probe the Gen Z protests on September 8-9 has decided to revoke the ban on Oli’s foreign travel as well as the restriction preventing him from leaving the Kathmandu Valley.
Jan 05, 2026
SOCIETY
Home Minister Aryal stresses govt-civil society cooperation to maintain social harmony
Home Minister Aryal stresses govt-civil society cooperation...
Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has called for joint action by the government and civil society to curb hate speech and misinformation and protect social harmony in Nepal.
Jan 05, 2026
SOCIETY
Nagdhunga–Muglin road expansion misses deadline, completion to take two more years
Nagdhunga–Muglin road expansion misses deadline, completion...
Nepal’s lifeline Nagdhunga–Muglin road expansion has missed its 2025 deadline and is now expected to take at least two more years, as slow progress continues despite billions in government spending.
Jan 05, 2026
POLITICS
Gokul Baskota unanimously recommended as candidate from Kavrepalanchok-2
Gokul Baskota unanimously recommended as candidate from Kavr...
Baskota was previously elected to the House of Representatives from the same constituency in the 2017 and 2022 elections.
Jan 05, 2026