- Wednesday, 4 March 2026
Over 480,000 tonnes of fertiliser imported in current fiscal year
More than 483,600 tonnes of chemical fertiliser has been imported so far in the current fiscal year 2025/26. According to data from the Ministry of A
800,000 people leave Valley to exercise franchise
As the day of the House of Representatives election draws closer, the number of people returning to their home districts from the Kathmandu Valley has increased. Large crowds of those leaving the Valley h
HoR polls: Bir Hospital forms rapid taskforce
According to Hospital's director Dr Dilip Sharma, the team was formed bearing in mind the potential medical emergency during the voting period.
Jamunaha border sealed for 72 hours
According to the District Administration Office, Banke, all border points in the district, including the Nepal–India Jamunaha checkpoint and auxiliary crossings, have been closed for 72 hours starting from Monday midnight. The measure aims to ensure that the election is conducted in a free, fair, peaceful, and fear-free environment.
Nation
Nepalis in West Asia safe: MoFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) updated on Tuesday that Nepalis working or residing in West Asia are safe. "Nepalis currently living in countries such a
800,000 people leave Valley to exercise franchise
As the day of the House of Representatives election draws closer, the number of people returning to their home districts from the Kathmandu Valley has increased. Large crowds of those leaving the Valley h
Army airlifts poll materials to remote Karnali districts
Election materials for the 24 polling stations in the mountainous districts of Humla and Dolpa in Karnali Province have been transported by Nepali Army helicopters. Over the course of three days, helicopters delivered election materials to 20 polling stations in Dolpa and four in Humla.
Rapid action team for safety and rescue of Nepalis in West Asia
In the wake of rising conflict in West Asia of late, the government has formed a rapid action team for the safety and rescue of Nepalis living and working in West Asia.
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World
Multiple Drones Strike Fuel Tank at Duqm Port in Oman
The Oman News Agency (ONA), citing a security source, reported that a fuel tank was struck when multiple drones targeted fuel storage facilities at the Port of Duqm. The source added that the damage was promptly contained and that no injuries were reported.
Business
Over 480,000 tonnes of fertiliser imported in current fiscal year
More than 483,600 tonnes of chemical fertiliser has been imported so far in the current fiscal year 2025/26. According to data from the Ministry of A
Imports via Birgunj Customs in first seven months of current fiscal amount to Rs 519 billion
According to Customs Office Information Officer Uday Singh Bista, petroleum products accounted for the largest share of imports this fiscal year, followed by iron and iron products. Petroleum imports totaled Rs 143 billion, while iron and iron products amounted to Rs 46.16 billion.
Gold price climbs and silver price slides today
The price of gold has increased while that of silver has decreased in the domestic market today. Compared to Monday, the price of gold has increased by Rs 2,500 per tola (11.66 grammes) and silver price has decreased by Rs 205 per tola.
Entrepreneurs expect surge in domestic tourists during elections
According to tourism entrepreneurs, the 'second high season' for tourism begins in March. This season will last until May, and is considered a major tourism period. However, election is scheduled to ta
Sports
A long way from the war, Iran lose opening Women's Asian Cup
Zahra Ghanbari and her Iran team stood while their national anthem played at the Women’s Asian Cup soccer tournament on Monday, a long way from the war that started on the weekend with a major attack by Israel and the United States.
Interview
Exercise your sovereign right wisely to elect competent candidates
The election to the House of Representatives (HoR) is set for March 5, marking one of the most closely watched polls in the country’s history. To ensure free, fair, credible and fear-free electoral process, the Election Commission (EC) has stepped up its p
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
Society
HoR polls: Bir Hospital forms rapid taskforce
According to Hospital's director Dr Dilip Sharma, the team was formed bearing in mind the potential medical emergency during the voting period.