- Thursday, 19 February 2026
Bus carrying army personnel mobilised for poll collides, 24 injured
The bus Na. 4 Kha 7317 collided at Seti Bagar this afternoon in Bhojpur Municipality-3. Of the injured, eight have been air lifted to Kathmandu for further treatment, according to the Bhojpur district police office.
NC CWC endorses manifesto for HoR election
The virtual meeting of the Nepali Congress (NC)'s Central Working Committee (CWC) held today endorsed the party's manifesto for the March 5 election to the House of Representatives (HoR).
Festival fosters harmony: President Paudel
President Ramchandra Paudel has said festivals foster harmony and fraternity among people from diverse communities.
Gen Z movement losses strain public finances
The nationwide protests on September 8 and 9, led primarily by youth groups, have resulted in significant human, physical, and economic losses, with long-term implications for governance, economy, and social systems.
Govt activates local networks, intelligence to seize weapons
The government has launched an expansive and multi-layered operation to track down thousands of escaped prisoners and recover looted firearms following the violent escalation of the September Gen Z protests.
Wrong to make public results of opinion poll before election: Acting CEC
it is wrong to make public the results of opinion polls before the election as it affects the environment of competition by discouraging candidates and confounding voters.
Prime Minister directs to move forward with Kathmandu-Terai Madhes fast track project
Prime Minister Sushila Karki has directed to proceed with alternative planning by putting aside the debate of over Khokana, the departure point of the Kathmandu-Terai Madhes Expressway.
Significant contribution of Sherpa community to enhance prestige of Nepal and Nepali: President
He said, “Nepal, with its unique geographical and cultural diversity across the Himalayas, hills, and Terai, is home to various ethnic communities. Among them, the Sherpa community, with its distinct traditions, culture, civilization, and identity, is an Indigenous community of Nepal. This community has made significant contributions to enhancing the pride, honor, and prestige of Nepal and its people. Our true indigenous identity lies in our diverse ethnicities, languages, cultures, lifestyles, traditions, and festivals."
Let's make this election a cornerstone of stable Nepal
With the House of Representatives elections set for 5 March 2026, Nepal finds itself in a markedly different political atmosphere. Gone are the familiar scenes of blaring loudspeakers, crowded rallies, streets lined with banners,
Poll campaigns eclipse development in Jajarkot
As the countdown begins for the House of Representatives election slated for March 5, the electoral fervour sweeping across Jajarkot has cast a shadow over ongoing development works.
Kathmandu’s air remains hazardous despite surge of cleaner cars
For the past few weeks, large parts of the country -- including Kathmandu and the Tarai -- have been grappling with toxic air. With no notable rainfall this winter, road dust, industrial emissions and smoke fr
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.
