- Sunday, 15 February 2026
HoR Polls: 19.12 million ballot papers for 155 constituencies ready for a dispatch
Till Saturday, ballot papers for 66 districts had been printed. Now, printing and packaging of 1.19 million ballots for remaining 10 districts is awaited. It is likely to complete by a couple of days. The printing is taking place at the Janak Education Materials Centre (JEMC), Sanothimi, Bhkatapur.
President observes Mahashivaratri and Army Day feu-de-joie in Tundikhel
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President Ramchandra Paudel today attended a special ceremony organized by the Nepali Army (NA), marking Mahashivaratri Festival and Army Day- 2082 BS. Today marks the 263rd Army Day.
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4.5 million jobs in five years
Stating that the UNP has been established for good governance, prosperity and social justice, the commitment paper lays out the party's development targets in five and ten year time frame in different sectors.
National pride projects see scanty budget spending
The government had allocated a budget of Rs. 67.08 billion for 23 national pride projects for the current fiscal year. However, by mid-January 2026, only Rs. 10.39 billion had been utilised.
Nation
4.5 million jobs in five years
Stating that the UNP has been established for good governance, prosperity and social justice, the commitment paper lays out the party's development targets in five and ten year time frame in different sectors.
HoR Polls: 19.12 million ballot papers for 155 constituencies ready for a dispatch
Till Saturday, ballot papers for 66 districts had been printed. Now, printing and packaging of 1.19 million ballots for remaining 10 districts is awaited. It is likely to complete by a couple of days. The printing is taking place at the Janak Education Materials Centre (JEMC), Sanothimi, Bhkatapur.
Nepal loses to West Indies, exits from ICC T20
With 6 points, West Indies is at the top in the group while England is placed second with four points. Nepal could not secure any points while Italy and Scotland secured two points each.
Voter education volunteers mobilized in Jumla from today
The District Election Office, Jumla has started mobilizing volunteers within the district from today to conduct a voter education programme in view of the March 5's election to House of Representatives.
World
Obama deplores lack of shame after Trump racist monkey clip
Former US president Barack Obama criticized a lack of shame and decorum in the country's political discourse, responding Saturday for the first time to a post on Donald Trump's social media account that depicted him and first lady Michelle as monkeys.
Business
Trial test of 132 kV transmission line begins
The transmission line was developed under the Burtibang–Paudi Amarai–Tamghas–Sandhikharka–Gorusinge 132 kV Transmission Line Project and has been extended through various local levels of Gulmi and Baglung districts.
National pride projects see scanty budget spending
The government had allocated a budget of Rs. 67.08 billion for 23 national pride projects for the current fiscal year. However, by mid-January 2026, only Rs. 10.39 billion had been utilised.
Bajura’s herders struggle between ballot and pasture
Sheep and goat herders in north-eastern Bajura are facing a double difficulty, casting their votes in the upcoming parliamentary election and finding grazing land for their livestock.
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Handmade Paper Industry in Deukhuri employing over 150 locals
The Rapti Nepali Handmade Paper Industry in Deukhuri, Dang has provided employment to more than 150 locals by using local raw materials. At a time when small and cottage
Sports
Nepal loses to West Indies, exits from ICC T20
With 6 points, West Indies is at the top in the group while England is placed second with four points. Nepal could not secure any points while Italy and Scotland secured two points each.
Interview
Nepal is going to be a hub for global cinema: Bham
Renowned Nepali filmmaker Min Bahadur Bham has been selected as a jury member for the Berlin International Film Festival 2026, along with six other colleagues chosen from among thousands of filmmakers worldwide. With this achievement,
EC is all set to hold polls at one go
The election of members of the House of Representatives is fast approaching. Political parties and candidates have already begun their campaigns. Concerns have been raised about voter influence, breaches of the election code of conduct, and the spread
Society
Municipal level President Shield competition held in Budhanilkantha
Some 1,500 students competed in 231 different sporting events in the two-day sporing event, said Lalit Bikram Singh, head of Budhanilkantha, Education Sector.