POLITICS
Deuba faction asks EC to postpone election work-schedule amid party dispute
Deuba faction asks EC to postpone election work-schedule ami...
Deuba-led Nepali Congress petitions the Election Commission to postpone the election work-schedule, citing the ongoing dispute over recognition of the Thapa-led party committee.
Jan 18, 2026
SPORTS
ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier: Nepal defeated by Thailand
ICC Women's T20 World Cup Global Qualifier: Nepal defeated b...
In the match held today at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground in Kirtipur, Thailand chased the target of 123 runs set by Nepal and won the match losing two wickets in 16.5 overs.
Jan 18, 2026
ECONOMY
Gold price up by Rs 600 per tola
Gold price up by Rs 600 per tola
According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association (FENEGOSIDA), gold is being traded at Rs 277,800 per tola (11.66 grammes) today against Rs 277,200 on Friday. The price of the yellow metal has gone up by Rs 600 per tola today.
Jan 18, 2026
POLITICS
SC accepts writ against AG’s withdrawal of cases against Rabi Lamichhane
SC accepts writ against AG’s withdrawal of cases against Rab...
Supreme Court accepts writ challenging AG’s decision to drop organized crime and money laundering cases against RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane.
Jan 18, 2026
My City
US Embassy launches Creator’s Mela 2026 in Chitwan
US Embassy launches Creator’s Mela 2026 in Chitwan
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The programme began on Saturday at Hotel Siraichuli in Chitwan, marking a shift in focus from content creation to building sustainable and professional creative businesses. The Chitwan edition, held for the first time, saw participation from more than 800 young and emerging digital creators.
Jan 18, 2026
POLITICS
Deuba faction stages protest at Maitighar against EC decision
Deuba faction stages protest at Maitighar against EC decisio...
Deuba-led Nepali Congress supporters staged a protest at Maitighar on Sunday, demanding the resignation of EC Executive Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari and annulment of the decision recognizing Gagan Thapa as party president.
Jan 18, 2026
POLITICS
KMC Mayor Balen Shah set to resign
KMC Mayor Balen Shah set to resign
Sources claim that Shah is set to resign from his post as mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City following his decision to contest the election directly.
Jan 18, 2026
POLITICS
Deuba faction moves SC seeking annulment of Thapa-led NC, hearing unlikely before Tuesday
Deuba faction moves SC seeking annulment of Thapa-led NC, he...
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The Deuba faction of the Nepali Congress has moved the Supreme Court against the Election Commission’s recognition of the Thapa-led party committee, with the hearing expected to begin from Tuesday.
Jan 18, 2026
POLITICS
Prominent leaders, including Ishwar and Yogesh, miss out on tickets
Prominent leaders, including Ishwar and Yogesh, miss out on...
Those denied tickets include Ishwar Pokharel, Surendra Pandey, Yogesh Bhattarai, Gokul Baskota, Thakur Gaire, Karan Thapa, Ain Mahar, Jhapat Rawal, Nardamuni Rana, Krishnagopal Shrestha, Binod Khatriwada, Chhabilal Bishwakarma, Neeraj Acharya, Bishnu Rizal, and Ushakiran Timilsina.
Jan 18, 2026
WORLD
Trump heads into Davos storm, with an eye on home
Trump heads into Davos storm, with an eye on home
Trump is set to return to the Davos forum next week, using the global stage to defend his economic record and unveil housing cost measures aimed primarily at US voters amid growing domestic discontent.
Jan 18, 2026