• Sunday, 1 March 2026

US and Israel launch a major attack on Iran

EC struggles with social media misuse

A video of Gagan Thapa, President of the Nepali Congress and candidate from Sarlahi Constituency No. 4, has gone viral in recent days. In the video, President Thapa appears to portray indigenous peoples negatively.

Young, excited voters likely to drive up turnout this time

Sangita Acharya, 23, of Kushadevi, Panauti is set to vote for the first time and says she is excited to take part in the March 5 poll. Currently working in Kat

Upadhyay receives Hemraj Pahari Memorial Award

Poet, linguist, and educationist Mukunda Sharan Upadhyay has been honoured with the Hemraj Pahari Memorial Award having a cash prize of Rs. 100,000 along with a certificate of honour. Upadhyay, a resident of Pokhara–25, He

Public schools in Kathmandu turning tech-savvy

As part of the initiative to make schools technology-friendly, KMC has enrolled 36,280 individuals, including students, teachers, ECD facilitators, and other staffs across 83 public schools into the integrated digital attendance system, informed Namraj Dhakal, head of the KMC Education Department.

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HoR elections: ‘Leadership that understands people’s problems is needed’

With election to House of Representatives only a few days away, enthusiasm and curiosity have gripped young voters in the district. A new generation of voters is preparing to exercise their franchise for the first time.

Possibility of light rainfall in Koshi and Gandaki

There is possibility of light rain and snowfall with thunder and lightning at a few places in the mountainous region of Koshi and Gandaki Provinces, and at one or two places in the mountainous regions of the remaining provinces today.

4 days to HoR Election: pass arrangements for election day

The Election Commission has clarified vehicles carrying essentials including drinking water, milk, fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, and petroleum products do not require a permit to operate on the day of the election of members of the House of Representatives.

Korala border to remain closed for three days

The Korala border point along the Nepal-China border will remain closed for three days in view of the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5. According to the District Administration Office, Mustang,

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Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed, state media says

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been killed, state media confirms

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11,000 quintals of paddy purchased from farmers

The Food Management and Trade Company Limited Madhes Province Office Janakpurdham has purchased 11,665 quintals of paddy from farmers in Mahottari and Dhanusha in the past three months.

People's Campus organises digital banking awareness programme

With the rapid expansion of digital services and the growing use of online banking platforms, concerns over cyber fraud and financial scams are also on the rise. In response to these emerging risks, People's Campus organized a digital ba

NOC maintains price of petroleum products 'as it is'

The Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has decided to maintain the current prices of petroleum products in Nepal, even in light of the increase in international petroleum prices.

Flights cancelled from TIA to seven different international airports

“As flights have been banned at Sarjah, Doha, Dubai, Kuwait City, Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Dammam airports, all day and night flights from Nepal to these airports have been cancelled. Information will be provided once a further decision is made on when the flights will resume,” Sitoula said.

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Ahmed inspires England win over New Zealand

England could not guarantee Rehan Ahmed will make another appearance in the Twenty20 World Cup after an inspirational debut. Ahmed played a sta

SA thrash WIndies in T20 World Cup statement win

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We have prioritised digital outreach

The Election Commission (EC) is all set to conduct House of Representatives (HoR) election next week. There is quite a lot of worry and concern how the EC will conclude the election successfully. In this context, secretar

Let's make this election a cornerstone of stable Nepal

With the House of Representatives elections set for 5 March 2026, Nepal finds itself in a markedly different political atmosphere. Gone are the familiar scenes of blaring loudspeakers, crowded rallies, streets lined with banners,

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Rastriya Swatantra Party busy campaigning in Kathmandu Valley

The Rastriya Swatantra Party has intensified its campaigning focused on Kathmandu Valley, in the lead up to the March 5 elections to the House of Representatives.

Public schools in Kathmandu turning tech-savvy

'Votes for those who deliver Lalpurja, not just promises'

Five days to HoR election: 1,061 complaints resolved