- Monday, 16 February 2026
Election expenses to be made transparent via banking system: Officiating Chief Commissioner Bhandari
During a meeting with bankers at the commission today, he noted that measures have been put in place to prevent cash transactions during elections. He also revealed that the commission has established a dedicated directory for the purpose.
Freed Haliyas still without homes, candidates only hope for votes
Even 17 years after the declaration of Haliya liberation, the freed Haliyas are forced to crush stones along the roadside to earn a living due to the lack of proper rehabilitation and employment opportunities.
Foreign Minister Sharma leaving for Dhaka today
The Foreign Minister's visit reflects Nepal's commitment to further strengthening bilateral relation and deepening the bonds of cooperation between Nepal and Bangladesh, reads a press release issued today by the Foreign Ministry.
India plans AI data city on staggering scale
As India races to narrow the artificial intelligence gap with the United States and China, it is planning a vast new "data city" to power digital growth on a staggering scale, the man spearheading the project says.
Nation
Election expenses to be made transparent via banking system: Officiating Chief Commissioner Bhandari
During a meeting with bankers at the commission today, he noted that measures have been put in place to prevent cash transactions during elections. He also revealed that the commission has established a dedicated directory for the purpose.
Freed Haliyas still without homes, candidates only hope for votes
Even 17 years after the declaration of Haliya liberation, the freed Haliyas are forced to crush stones along the roadside to earn a living due to the lack of proper rehabilitation and employment opportunities.
Nepal hands over donation amount to Myanmar
Ambassador of Nepal to Myanmar, Harishchandra Ghimire, handed over the donation to U Than, Secretary General of Mahamuni Pagoda Trustee, Mandalay in a ceremony organised in the premises of Mahamuni Pagoda, on February 14, reads a press release issued by the Nepali Embassy in Yangon, Myanmar.
23 election candidates take permission for opening bank accounts in Lalitpur
Two dozens of candidates out of total 71 for the election to the House of Representatives (HoR) in Lalitpur district have taken permission for opening bank accounts. There are three electoral constituencies.
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World
Gold mining employs 100,000 in Afghan province
More than 100,000 people are currently employed directly and indirectly in gold mining operations in northern Afghanistan's Badakhshan province, the country's Ministry of Mines and Petroleum said late Sunday.
Business
Election expenses to be made transparent via banking system: Officiating Chief Commissioner Bhandari
During a meeting with bankers at the commission today, he noted that measures have been put in place to prevent cash transactions during elections. He also revealed that the commission has established a dedicated directory for the purpose.
Gold, silver prices see slight decline
The price of gold and silver has slightly decreased in the domestic market today.
FDI commitments up 50% in seven months
Nepal has received foreign direct investment (FDI) commitments worth Rs. 40.28 billion during the first seven months (mid-July 2025 to mid-February 2026) of the current fiscal year 2025/26.
Green Home opens first childcare centre in Sudurpaschim
At a time when many female workers employed in factories and industries are leaving their jobs, citing their inability to find time to care for their children while industries and factories have also been reluc
Sports
Nepal crash out of T20 World Cup 2026 after third straight defeat
Nepal’s captain Rohit Paudel on Sunday admitted that batting failures were the chief reason behind his side’s exit from the group stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
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
Freed Haliyas still without homes, candidates only hope for votes
Even 17 years after the declaration of Haliya liberation, the freed Haliyas are forced to crush stones along the roadside to earn a living due to the lack of proper rehabilitation and employment opportunities.