- Sunday, 8 February 2026
Ban on use of drone in elections
The government has banned the use of drones in the upcoming elections. Spokesperson and Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ananda Kafle, stated that the Central Security Committee has decided to ban the use of drones in the House of Representatives elections on March 5.
Preparations for Maha Shivaratri begun in Pashupati area
In preparation for the Maha Shivaratri festival, cleaning has been carried out in the Pashupati area. The Maha Shivaratri is being observed on February 15 this year.
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Landslide prevention works begin on Beni-Jomsom road
The Beni-Jomsom-Korala Road Project Office has started planning to prevent landslides and river erosion on the road at a cost of Rs 250 million.
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Fidim declared full immunization assurance municipality
Fidim municipality has been declared a municipality with full immunization, ensuring that all children within 23 months have received all types of vaccines that should be given by 15 months.
Nation
Ban on use of drone in elections
The government has banned the use of drones in the upcoming elections. Spokesperson and Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ananda Kafle, stated that the Central Security Committee has decided to ban the use of drones in the House of Representatives elections on March 5.
Preparations for Maha Shivaratri begun in Pashupati area
In preparation for the Maha Shivaratri festival, cleaning has been carried out in the Pashupati area. The Maha Shivaratri is being observed on February 15 this year.
Strong security arrangements ensured for the election: Home Minister
Talking to media persons after receiving information about the election security and implementation of the code of conduct at the office of the Chief Returning Officer here today, he said that the government is committed to making strong security arrangements to hold the election in a fearless environment. “Since the primary responsibility of the current government is to hold the election, our focus is on conducting it in a peaceful environment. Voters are requested to participate in the vote without fear,” the Home Minister said, stating that the environment conducive for elections has been created across the country.
HoR elections: New Party entry making elections competitive in Paanchthar
The influential entry of new political parties has made upcoming election interesting to watch in Panchthar, which just one House of Representatives (HoR) constituency.
World
Attacks leave 30 dead in Nigeria's Benue state
JOS, Nigeria, Feb 7, 2026 (AFP): Two attacks in the space of a few days left 30 people dead in two neighbouring towns in Nigeria's central state of Benue, long prone to inter-communal clashes, sources told AFP.Armed bandits killed at least 13 traders on Friday afternoon in Anwase, a village in the Kwande area, local government official Ibi Andrew told AFP.He said the assailants stormed the market "and opened fire on the people randomly"."The attack left traders and residents traumatised, with properties destroyed and families searching for missing loved ones."On Tuesday, armed men had attacked the market in nearby Mbaikyor, killing 17 people, including a police officer, according to two residents and local media.The region has seen an upsurge of violence in recent months between Muslim ethnic Fulani herders and mainly Christian farmers over control of land and resources.Though generally presented as communal clashes, the unrest stems from complex dynamics with land rivalries exacerbated by climate change, a proliferation of small arms and the lack of a sustainable response from the Nigerian state.
Business
BFIN Insurance Conference 2026 concludes with emphasize for global alignment and digital innovation
Banking Finance and Insurance Institute of Nepal (BFIN), Insurance Conference 2026, themed “Building a Resilient Insurance Ecosystem: Risk, Regulation and Revolutionizing Digital Innovation (3R)” held today at Kathmandu concluded with the experts emphasized for global alignment and digital innovation.
Sugarcane farmers along Henwa river hands full with jaggery and molasses production
Farmers living along the Henwa River, which forms the boundary between Hilihang Rural Municipality and Phidim Municipality in Panchthar district, are currently busy harvesting sugarcane, washing it, and processing it into molasses and jaggery.
Gold, silver prices see slight decline
The price of gold and silver has slightly declined in the domestic market today.
Kitchen budget spikes as staples go dearer
Prices of essential daily commodities, particularly cooking oil and rice, have risen sharply in recent weeks, directly affecting household kitchens across Nepal. According to the Nepal Retailer Association
Sports
NA's Rokaya wins CoAS Open Marathon
: Nepali Army (NA)'s Corporal Rajan Rokaya secured the first position in this year's 11th edition of Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Open Marathon.
Interview
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
Legitimacy, security and fairness are foremost priorities
With preparations under way for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, concerns over security, electoral integrity, political conduct, and the growing influence of money in politics have taken centre stage.
Society
NA's Rokaya wins CoAS Open Marathon
: Nepali Army (NA)'s Corporal Rajan Rokaya secured the first position in this year's 11th edition of Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Open Marathon.