Nepal

Kathmandu- Nepal has been ranked the top country in the World Health Organization’s (WHO) South-East Asia Region surveillance of suspected polio cases for the year 2025. The surveillance, focused on children under the age of 15, was conducted in ten countries jointly by the WHO and the National Public Health…

Kathmandu — As discussions on unity and cooperation among new political forces, including Gen-Z-led movements, gain momentum, the top leadership of Nepal’s three major parties—Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba, CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli, and Nepali Communist Party Chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’—have begun moving closer politically. This development…

Kathmandu — Talks between Rastriya Swotantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane and Kathmandu Metropolitan City Mayor Balendra Shah (Balen) have reportedly reached a decisive stage, with sources claiming that the two leaders have agreed to move forward together politically. According to a reliable source familiar with the discussions, Lamichhane and…

Kathmandu — Prabhu Bank Limited Chief Executive Officer Ashok Sherchan has been released on bail, following a decision by the Special Public Prosecutor’s Office on Friday. Sherchan had been in custody for 26 days before the order for his release was issued. He was arrested on November 14 from Prabhu…

Kathmandu — The Supreme Court has dismissed a writ petition filed against the officials of the Commission of Inquiry formed to investigate the incidents of 23 and 24 Bhadau, effectively allowing the commission to continue its work without legal hindrance. A bench comprising Justices Manoj Kumar Sharma, Nahakul Subedi, and…

Kathmandu — Newly appointed Minister for Foreign Affairs Balananda Sharma has said he will work to enhance Nepal’s international image and strengthen relations with neighbouring and friendly countries. Speaking to the media after assuming office on Friday, Minister Sharma said he accepted the ministerial responsibility with the belief that his…

Kathmandu — Former Nepali Army Lieutenant General Balananda Sharma has been recommended for appointment as Minister for Foreign Affairs, according to sources at the Prime Minister’s Office. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has formally recommended Sharma’s name to President Ram Chandra Poudel for the ministerial position. The President’s Office has confirmed…

Kathmandu- Prices of gold and silver continued to rise in the domestic market on Thursday, reaching record highs, largely influenced by the strengthening of the US dollar, according to traders and market analysts. The Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association reported that the price of hallmark gold increased…

Kathmandu- The total number of deposit accounts in banks and financial institutions across the country has crossed 68 million, while the number of loan accounts remains below two million, according to the latest data released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB). As of mid-November of the current fiscal year, deposit accounts…

Kathmandu- The upcoming elections scheduled for Falgun 21 are estimated to cost the state Rs 27 billion, with security arrangements accounting for the largest share of the budget, according to government sources. The election-related budget is being jointly managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Election Commission, and security…