Is RSP leadership hesitant to confirm Shah as PM?

While Lamichhane and Aryal’s remarks raise questions, lower-rung leaders say there is no question of deviating from the previous agreement.

Kathmandu frets over cooking gas, but oil corporation says supply normal

By Krishana Prasain

Thailand, Vietnam, India and Bangladesh roll out energy-saving measures.

EC mulls change in voter education strategy

By Post Report

More than five percent of votes under the first-past-the-post system were invalid in the House elections.

The new government wants to court India, China, and the West — without owing any of them

By Anil Giri

The RSP calls it “development diplomacy.” Experts say it's an attempt to attract investment and aid without the political strings that have made MCC and BRI so controversial.

No immediate need to evacuate Nepalis from Gulf region, says MoFA

By Post Report

Out of 15 Nepalis injured in Iran attack in the Gulf and Israel, 14 have returned to work after treatment.

The new government wants to court India, China, and the West — without owing any of them

By Anil Giri

The RSP calls it “development diplomacy.” Experts say it's an attempt to attract investment and aid without the political strings that have made MCC and BRI so controversial.

OPINION

Foul play

We cannot expect gold-medal football performances on a copper-coin budget managed with leaden hands.

When the bell tolls

By CK Lal

Delivery will test whether the rabble-rousers can remain relevant amid mounting challenges.

How public expectations are redefining political legitimacy in Nepal

By Minendra Rijal

Following decades of progress, the challenge today is making democratic governance effective.

What is the ‘acid rain’ in the wake of US bombings in Iran?

By Gabriel da Silva

This rain would include acids but also likely a host of other pollutants that are harmful to humans and the environment in the short and long term.

VISUAL STORIES

New National Assembly members sworn in

Voters turn out across Nepal for parliamentary elections

Kathmandu Valley sees surge of people leaving for polls

Holi brings colour and joy to mountains and hills

LATEST UPDATES

Three more vessels hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz, showing merchant ships remain in firing line

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have warned that any ship passing through the Strait will be targeted.

EC mulls change in voter education strategy

More than five percent of votes under the first-past-the-post system were invalid in the House elections.

No immediate need to evacuate Nepalis from Gulf region, says MoFA

Out of 15 Nepalis injured in Iran attack in the Gulf and Israel, 14 have returned to work after treatment.

Quick-witted wife saves India’s World Cup hero’s train ruse

While his companions boarded first, Dube slipped on at the last moment, made for his coach and climbed to the top berth, hoping for a quiet ‌eight-hour ride.

EC announces closure of election information and operations centres

The commission set up the EEIC on December 26, 2025, to ensure the effective dissemination of election-related information to media organisations, stakeholders and voters.

NEPSE Index falls 46.78 points as market decline continues

Turnover drops sharply to Rs13.18 billion on Wednesday.

PR vote counting completes; RSP secures highest votes

Final results awaiting as data entry continues: EC

Air strikes reported across the Middle East, Iran clamps down on dissent

The conflict has effectively blocked vital shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, halting the flow of one-fifth of the world’s fossil energy supplies from the petroleum-rich Gulf.

Family launches demonstrations in Surkhet over death of teenage girl

Four arrested as family demands impartial investigation

Gold price increases Rs 2,000 per tola today to trade at Rs 319,000

Silver price remains unchanged

RSP chief Lamichhane’s election expenses stand at nearly Rs 1 million

Lamichhane submits polls spending details to EC

Heaviest day of strikes yet on Iran despite market bets that war will end soon

Early on Wednesday, Iranian state media reported another round of attacks was unleashed on US military installations in Bahrain.

Budget woes stall Karnali Academy of Health Sciences’ expansion

Ambitious nine-year master plan envisions modern medical facilities and expanded healthcare for Karnali residents.

What I Watch Online: Pavitra Gautam

Gautam is the CEO and co-founder of Karkhana. He is an educator and entrepreneur.

Public PULSE

Do you think RSP is hesitant to confirm Balen Shah as prime minister?

Yes, the party should make it official now 64.63%

Wait until internal discussions are complete 25.61%

Another leader can be considered3.66%

Not sure6.1%

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