- Tuesday, 3 March 2026
HoR polls crucial to safeguard achievements and to explore new opportunities, President says
In an address to the nation today ahead of the HoR elections, President Paudel said that it was a historic necessity to move forward towards new possibilities by safeguarding and promoting the recent achievements.
Holi celebration in Basantapur (Photo Feature)
2: Phagu Poornima or Holi festival is being celebrated with much fanfare in the Basantapur today.
NCP coordinator Prachanda for leftist polarization
Coordinator Prachanda said it while welcoming the persons from leftist background in his party. It is time to advocate for unity among patriotic leftist forces, he reiterated.
Holi spreads message of national unity: President Thapa
Giving a message of best wishes on Holi festival today, President Thapa reminded the Holi festival bears cultural and historical importance. It helps in fostering love and unity, he added. "I wish the Holi festival inspired all Nepalis to devote to love, harmony, tolerance and reconciliation in family and society," Thapa said in the message.
Nation
Election security maintained; silence period commencing tonight at 12:00
On the eve of the start of this silence period, Minister Aryal visited the Election Commission's office on Monday to discuss the thorough preparations for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5
Ramechhap accident: Death toll rises to two, critically injured airlifted to Kathmandu
A mini truck, which was carrying election materials and staffers for the upcoming March 5 elections to the House of Representatives, met with the accident on Monday afternoon resulting in one fatality and seven injuries. One person died on the spot while another among injured one succumbed to injury during treatment.
Election to further strengthen Federal Democratic Republic: VP Yadav
In a message issued on the occasion of the HoR elections scheduled for March 5, VP Yadav stated that the election would further bolster national unity and mutual collaboration.
HoR polls crucial to safeguard achievements and to explore new opportunities, President says
In an address to the nation today ahead of the HoR elections, President Paudel said that it was a historic necessity to move forward towards new possibilities by safeguarding and promoting the recent achievements.
World
US and Israel pound Iran as Trump signals willingness to talk to new leaders after Khamenei’s death
The U.S. and Israel pounded targets across Iran on Sunday, dropping massive bombs on its ballistic missile sites and wiping out warships as part of an intensifying military campaign following the killing of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Business
Instructions to provide banking services on public holidays
Kathmandu, March 2: Nepal Rastra Bank has directed banks and financial institutions to provide banking services on public holidays.Issuing a directive, the central bank has urged banks and financial institutions to make arrangements to keep their offices open on Holi festival and the day of the election of members of the House of Representatives, i.e. Thursday, March 5 as well.Rastra Bank has directed commercial banks designated to conduct government transactions to make arrangements for payment arrangements and revenue deposits. Banks and financial institutions operating bank accounts for election campaigning have been asked to make arrangements to provide banking services including depositing and paying cash or checks or other exchange for political parties and candidates. (RSS)
Iran conflict grounds Mideast flights
The biggest disruption to global air transport since the Covid pandemic continued Sunday, with thousands of flights affected and busy Middle Eastern hubs including Dubai and Doha shuttered as Iran lashed out after US-Israeli strikes. Israel and Iran tr
Focus on infrastructure, branding, security
Nepal's major political parties have put forward tourism sector as a key pillar of economic prosperity in their election manifestoes. The Nepali Congress, th
Gold and silver prices rise
Today, the local market has witnessed an increase in the prices of gold and silver. In comparison to last Friday, gold has risen by Rs 5,600 per tola (11.66 grammes), while silver has gone up by Rs 245 per tola.
Sports
Women's Asian Cup: Australia make winning start
Star striker Sam Kerr hit the target as Australia made an unconvincing start to the Women's Asian Cup on Sunday with a 1-0 win over a gallant Philippines in front of a record crowd at Perth Stadium. The Chelsea forw
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
Holi celebration in Basantapur (Photo Feature)
2: Phagu Poornima or Holi festival is being celebrated with much fanfare in the Basantapur today.