- Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Livestock sector exports cross Rs. 15 billion
Nepal’s livestock sector has recorded a significant surge in exports in the current fiscal year 2025/26. According to trade statistics from the Department of Customs, total exports of livestock-related products exceeded Rs. 15 billion during the first seven months of the current fiscal year, marking a strong performance for the sector.
NRB to expand directed lending to tourism, IT
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The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) said on Tuesday that the priority sector lending facility will be expanded to tourism, information technology and export-oriented industries based on domestic
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Department continues market monitoring
The Department of Commerce, Supply and Consumers' Protection has been active in market monitoring in view of rising complaints related to food and beverages. The complaints of black marketing of goods are on rise in the wake of intensified election preparation.
Joint art exhibition of three friends
The fifth collective painting exhibition titled ‘Combination’ by artists Arya Rajbhandari, Chandani Bajracharya and Renuka Maharjan is currently being held at the Nepal Art Council in Kathmandu.
Nation
Tiger census in Shuklaphanta National Park from March 7
Tiger count is beginning in the Shuklaphanta National Park (SNP) from March 7.
Election preparation completes in Nawalpur
Nawalpur has mobilized over 5,000 workforces for the upcoming House of Representatives election being held on March 5.
Jhulaghat bridge, Mahakali boat services to close for three days
The Jhulaghat border bridge, which links Nepal with India, along with six boats operating on the Mahakali River, will remain closed for three days due to security arrangements for the forthcoming House of Representatives elections.
Nepal Red Cross for empowering and safeguarding women
Nepal Red Cross Society has underscored the initiatives to empower and safeguard women. It made a mid-term review of its activities and advocated for further protecting the women's rights via lobby and reform.
World
Ukraine marks 4 years of invasion
It has been exactly four years since Russia launched its large-scale invasion of Ukraine, attacking the country from multiple directions. On Feb. 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a "s
Business
Livestock sector exports cross Rs. 15 billion
Nepal’s livestock sector has recorded a significant surge in exports in the current fiscal year 2025/26. According to trade statistics from the Department of Customs, total exports of livestock-related products exceeded Rs. 15 billion during the first seven months of the current fiscal year, marking a strong performance for the sector.
Several new wheat seed varieties developed
The National Wheat Research Programme has announced the development of new wheat seed varieties of Zinc Wheat–1, Zinc Wheat–2, and Borlaug–2020 for the Tarai region.
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NRB to expand directed lending to tourism, IT
The Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) said on Tuesday that the priority sector lending facility will be expanded to tourism, information technology and export-oriented industries based on domestic
Dr Bhatta appointed Chairperson of Consumer Court
Minister for Home Affairs and Spokesperson of the government, Om Prakash Aryal, informed that Dr Bhatta, who had been serving as the Judge of the Kathmandu District Court, has been appointed to the post.
Sports
Police beat APF, Army and Bagmati share the spoils
Defending champions Nepal Police Club revived their Jay Trophy campaign with a nine-wicket victory over Nepal APF Club, while Tribhuvan Army Club and Bagmati Province settled for a draw on Tuesday.
Interview
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,
Society
Splendor of Holi begins after installation of Chir in Basantapur
On the day of Ashtami of the month of Falgun, it is customary for members of the Dhalasikw Manandhar Sana: Goo Khal of Talachhi in Kathmandu to install the Chir. This is also a sign of the arrival of spring in the country.