- Saturday, 7 February 2026
HoR polls: 8.44 million ballot papers printed for FPTP category
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A total of 8.44 million ballot papers have been printed so far for the first-past-the-post (FPTP) system of the House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5.
HoR elections: Women outnumber men among youth candidates under PR closed list
In the upcoming House of Representatives election, candidates aged 25 to over 80 have also been included in the closed list under the proportional representation (PR) electoral system.
EC monitoring media contents: Acting CEC Bhandari
Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has urged the media to publish and disseminate fair news without being biased while making news related to election to the House of Representatives. The HoR election is scheduled for March 5.
NC President Thapa calls for addressing public discontent and anger through reform
Addressing an assembly organized by NC, Kaski at its party office today, the newly elected party president directed the party leaders and cadres to deliver as per their respective responsibility to respond to the dissatisfaction and anger of citizens.
Nation
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HoR polls: 8.44 million ballot papers printed for FPTP category
A total of 8.44 million ballot papers have been printed so far for the first-past-the-post (FPTP) system of the House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5.
NA endorses National Forensic Laboratory Bill
The National Assembly (NA) has unanimously approved the National Forensic Laboratory (Establishment and Operation) Bill-2081 BS.
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NA Chair Dahal directs government to implement report on national parks
National Assembly (NA) Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal has directed the government for the implementation of the 2082 study report concerning policy issues related to national parks.
EC monitoring media contents: Acting CEC Bhandari
Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has urged the media to publish and disseminate fair news without being biased while making news related to election to the House of Representatives. The HoR election is scheduled for March 5.
World
Canada dispatches senior officials to open Greenland consulate
A delegation of senior Canadian officials, including Governor General Mary Simon, and foreign minister Anita Anand, are travelling to Nuuk on Friday to formally open Canada's consulate, accompanied by a Canadian Coast Guard ship.
Business
BFIN Insurance Conference 2026 concludes with emphasize for global alignment and digital innovation
Banking Finance and Insurance Institute of Nepal (BFIN), Insurance Conference 2026, themed “Building a Resilient Insurance Ecosystem: Risk, Regulation and Revolutionizing Digital Innovation (3R)” held today at Kathmandu concluded with the experts emphasized for global alignment and digital innovation.
Sugarcane farmers along Henwa river hands full with jaggery and molasses production
Farmers living along the Henwa River, which forms the boundary between Hilihang Rural Municipality and Phidim Municipality in Panchthar district, are currently busy harvesting sugarcane, washing it, and processing it into molasses and jaggery.
Gold, silver prices see slight decline
The price of gold and silver has slightly declined in the domestic market today.
Kitchen budget spikes as staples go dearer
Prices of essential daily commodities, particularly cooking oil and rice, have risen sharply in recent weeks, directly affecting household kitchens across Nepal. According to the Nepal Retailer Association
Sports
City face Arsenal in Cup final
Manchester City will face Arsenal in the League Cup final after ending Newcastle's reign as holders with a first-half blitz in their 3-1 victory on Wednesday. Pep Guardiola's side w
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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
Civil society leaders in Madhesh call for stronger civic space, accountability, and inclusive policies for the empowerment of communities
Strengthening locally-rooted civil society organizations is a must to ensure that voices of the most marginalized communities is heard in the course of decision-making process, opine civil society representatives of Madhesh Province.