- Friday, 13 February 2026
East-West Highway expansion halted
Residents of Pathari Shanishchare-1 market area in Morang have warned to stop the East-West Highway expansion unless it is built to full urban standards, saying the work has begun using semi-urban specifications.
Blasting begins to clear Mahabhir cliff linking Diktel to Tarai
Work has begun to blast and clear the Mahabhir cliff, which has been obstructing the shortest road linking the district headquarters Diktel with the eastern Tarai. The road connection had remained incomple
Online ticket booking to open soon for visiting Patan Durbar Museum
It is now possible to book online tickets from home to visit the Patan Durbar Museum, which is enlisted in the World Heritage sites and holds historical and cultural significance.
World Radio Day being marked today
Today is the World Radio Day. The day is being observed in several countries across the globe today with diverse programmes on the participation of radio, communication experts and broadcasters.
Nation
NC urges one and all to support party campaign for 'democratic norms, values'
In a press statement issued today, the party said the new leadership is committed to guiding the nation toward good governance, inclusion, and prosperity, while further advancing political awareness.
Online ticket booking to open soon for visiting Patan Durbar Museum
It is now possible to book online tickets from home to visit the Patan Durbar Museum, which is enlisted in the World Heritage sites and holds historical and cultural significance.
Price of gold and silver declines in domestic market
The price of gold has been determined at Rs 303,500 per tola and that of silver at Rs 5,000 per tola in the domestic market today.
Prime Minister Karki in Taplejung
Prime Minister Sushila Karki has arrived here today to obtain information about the preparations for the House of Representatives elections, as well as law and order arrangements and the district's activities.
World
EU leaders meet to counter pressure from Russia, China and Trump
Leaders from across the European Union are meeting Thursday in a Belgian castle as the 27-nation bloc faces antagonism from U.S. President Donald Trump, strong-arm economic tactics from China and hybrid threats from Russia —
Business
Price of gold and silver declines in domestic market
The price of gold has been determined at Rs 303,500 per tola and that of silver at Rs 5,000 per tola in the domestic market today.
Int'l ICT workshop begins in capital
The IEEE International Conference on ICT and Photonics (ICTP 2026) and the KAIST Global Digital Innovation and Impact (GDI) workshop began on Thursday at Hotel Centric in Kathmandu, bringing together researchers, academicians
East-West Highway expansion halted
Residents of Pathari Shanishchare-1 market area in Morang have warned to stop the East-West Highway expansion unless it is built to full urban standards, saying the work has begun using semi-urban specifications.
JICA marks 55 years of volunteerism in Nepal
The JICA Nepal Office recently organised a joint gathering titled “Cross-National Volunteer Synergy: Enhancing Impact in Nepal" bringing together nearly 100 representatives and volunteers from various international Volunteer Sending
Sports
Shanaka fireworks as Sri Lanka thrash Oman
Dasun Shanaka hammered the fastest half-century by a Sri Lankan in T20Is as the co-hosts thrashed Oman by 105 runs at the World Cup on Thursday in Pallekele for their second win in Group B. The 2014 champi
Interview
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
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
Society
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800,000 devotees expected to visit Mahashivaratri festival
Mahashivaratri, one of the biggest festivals for Hindu devotees, will be celebrated on Sunday with great enthusiasm. The Pashupati Area Development Trust (PADT) has estimated that around 800,000 devotees will visit the Pashupatinath Temple on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri.