- Tuesday, 3 February 2026
Vote for peace: PM Karki
"This election is not regular one, but a special one. You all, please, vote for peace. We all have to cross this step. Defeat or win of an individual is a secondary matter. First, we have to ensure the victory of the country. This is time for us all to get together and make a resolution for peace and transformation in the country. If there is peace and good governance in the country, even those who are complaining for not getting their due turn will get one," said PM Karki while talking with the local people, according to the PM's secretariat.
Strong institutions essential to restore public trust in polls
Nepal’s democratic story is often told through dates of political movements, constitutional milestones, and election cycles. Yet the quieter story, the one that unfolds behind ballot pap
Nepali Consular General in Lhasa attends Xizang parliament session
The Nepali Consul General in Lhasa, Laxmi Prasad Niraula, attended a session of the People’s Congress of the Xizang Autonomous Region of China as a special guest.
WB approves $95 million to expand access to finance for over 100,000 SMEs
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a $95 million operation to help expand access to finance for more than 100,000 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and promote job-led growth in Nepal.
Nation
Elections can be held in 2nd phase in mountainous districts if weather unfavourable: PM
Prime Minister Sushila Karki has said that the election to the House of Representatives could be held in the second phase in the mountainous districts in case the weather is not favourable on March 5.
Vote for peace: PM Karki
"This election is not regular one, but a special one. You all, please, vote for peace. We all have to cross this step. Defeat or win of an individual is a secondary matter. First, we have to ensure the victory of the country. This is time for us all to get together and make a resolution for peace and transformation in the country. If there is peace and good governance in the country, even those who are complaining for not getting their due turn will get one," said PM Karki while talking with the local people, according to the PM's secretariat.
Sunsari-4 voters want candidates to make policy intervention in agriculture, infrastructure development
Farmers in the region are facing shortages of fertilizers, seeds, and irrigation facilities, which has adversely affected agricultural production. Due to the lack of proper transportation facilities, they also struggle to take their produce to the market.
Surveillance increased against Nipah virus at western border
Surveillance has been increased at the western border checkpoints with India to prevent the spread of the Nipah virus in view of its detection in the neighbouring country India.
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World
Trump says seeking $1 billion in damages from Harvard
US President Donald Trump said Monday his administration would seek $1 billion in damages from Harvard University after a New York Times report said the college had won some concessions in ongoing settlement negotiations with the government.
Business
WB approves $95 million to expand access to finance for over 100,000 SMEs
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a $95 million operation to help expand access to finance for more than 100,000 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and promote job-led growth in Nepal.
Slight increase in price of gold and silver
The price of gold and silver has slightly gone up in the domestic market today as compared to the price on Monday.
Pokhara's Lakeside area to be made tourism-friendly
The stakeholders and local community have commenced their initiatives to ensure tourism-friendly environment in Lakeside of Pokhara.
Banana sales hit Rs. 370M in Bardiya
Bananas worth Rs. 370 million have been sold in Bardiya this year. Around 600 farmers in Bardiya district have produced nearly 38,000 tonnes of bananas on about 750 hectares of land.
Sports
Pakistan departs for T20 WCup while waiting for ICC reaction
Pakistan departed for the T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka on Monday and awaited any sanction from the International Cricket Council for refusing to play India in the tournament.
Interview
Strong institutions essential to restore public trust in polls
Nepal’s democratic story is often told through dates of political movements, constitutional milestones, and election cycles. Yet the quieter story, the one that unfolds behind ballot pap
Legitimacy, security and fairness are foremost priorities
With preparations under way for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, concerns over security, electoral integrity, political conduct, and the growing influence of money in politics have taken centre stage.
Society
137 crocodiles released in Rapti river
All the crocodiles were released in Rapti river, said Information Officer of CNP, Abinash Thapa. All 137 crocodiles released in Rapti river are female, he added. Crocodiles raised in the breeding centre are released in natural habitat.