• Tuesday, 3 March 2026

Silence period begins for March 5 polls

NOC to keep depots open during election

As the government has declared a public holiday from March 4 to 6 in view of the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5, the Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has made arrangements to ensure an

Mustang voters demand land ownership certificates, not promises

As election candidates go door to door, Dholka Gurung, 69, repeats a story she has told for decades, the land her family has occupied for generations is not theirs legally.

Mango production likely to increase this year

It is expected that there will be a significant increase in mango production in the districts of Tarai-Madhes, including Mahottari, this year. Farmers are excited after mango trees have blossomed abundantly.

Chinese leaders gather for key strategy session

China's leaders are set to unveil strategies to confront challenges that include sluggish consumption, a shrinking population and shifting geopolitical landscapes when they gather in Beijing this week for the annual Two Sessions political meeting.

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PCN reminds journalists to fully abide by code of conduct during election Silence Period

The Press Council Nepal has urged media houses and journalists to fully respect the Silence Period in view of the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections. The Silence Period began at 12:00 midnight on Monday ahead of the HoR voting scheduled for March 5.

Election materials supplied to all voting centres in Kaski

All the voting centres in Kaski district received the election materials by Monday. The Province Election Office in Kaski shared that the election materials including ballot papers were supplied to all 365 voting centres for the upcoming elections to the House of Representatives (HoR).

Holi festival being marked today in Tarai districts

The Holi festival is being celebrated with much fanfare in the Tarai districts today. The festival was marked in mountainous and hilly districts on Monday.

HoR elections: Nepal-India border closed for 72 hours since last midnight

The District Administration Office, Parsa, has decided to close all border points along the Nepal-India border line for 72 hours, considering the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections.

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Chinese leaders gather for key strategy session

China's leaders are set to unveil strategies to confront challenges that include sluggish consumption, a shrinking population and shifting geopolitical landscapes when they gather in Beijing this week for the annual Two Sessions political meeting.

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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

Goods worth over Rs. 44 billion imported from 18 countries

Goods worth above Rs. 44 billion were imported from 18 different countries through the Nepalgunj Customs Office during the first seven months of the current 2025/26.

Mango production likely to increase this year

It is expected that there will be a significant increase in mango production in the districts of Tarai-Madhes, including Mahottari, this year. Farmers are excited after mango trees have blossomed abundantly.

NOC to keep depots open during election

As the government has declared a public holiday from March 4 to 6 in view of the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5, the Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has made arrangements to ensure an

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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.

Arsenal maintain 5-point lead at top of EPL

Women's Asian Cup: Australia make winning start

Ahmed inspires England win over New Zealand

20 players called for CWC League 2 closed training

Bottom club Wolves shock high-flying Aston Villa

Holders Police fix final date with Army at Jay Trophy

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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

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Holi celebration in Basantapur (Photo Feature)

2: Phagu Poornima or Holi festival is being celebrated with much fanfare in the Basantapur today.