Two more arrested in fake rescue scam Two more arrested in fake rescue scam Nepal Police arrested two more people for their alleged involvement in conducting a fake rescue operation in the mountaineering sector. Nepal Police arrested two more people for their alleged involvement in conducting a fake rescue operation in the mountaineering sector. Kathmandu 25 Feb, 2026
SCAEF Nepal launches Primavera P6 Training to strengthen project management capacity SCAEF Nepal launches Primavera P6 Training to strengthen project management capacity The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms Nepal (SCAEF Nepal) has launched a four-day Primavera P6 Intermediate Training programme aimed at strengthening project management capacity in Nepal’s consulting and construction sectors. The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms Nepal (SCAEF Nepal) has launched a four-day Primavera P6 Intermediate Training programme aimed at strengthening project management capacity in Nepal’s consulting and construction sectors. Kathmandu 25 Feb, 2026
LCCI Global Qualifications conclude cultural and student exchange program LCCI Global Qualifications conclude cultural and student exchange program LCCI Global Qualifications has successfully concluded a cultural and student mobility program in Nepal for the business management students of Forth Valley College, Scotland. The program took place from January 31 to February 17. LCCI Global Qualifications has successfully concluded a cultural and student mobility program in Nepal for the business management students of Forth Valley College, Scotland. The program took place from January 31 to February 17. Kathmandu 24 Feb, 2026
Nepal Police launches AI Cell to tackle digital threats and disinformation Nepal Police launches AI Cell to tackle digital threats and disinformation Minister Aryal expressed confidence that the AI Cell would play a pivotal role in curbing untoward activities perpetrated through social media platforms. Minister Aryal expressed confidence that the AI Cell would play a pivotal role in curbing untoward activities perpetrated through social media platforms. Kathmandu 23 Feb, 2026
KP Sharma Oli calls for free, fair and intimidation-free elections KP Sharma Oli calls for free, fair and intimidation-free elections Addressing the announcement assembly of the party’s National ‘Volunteer Force’ Koshi Province Committee in Damak today, Addressing the announcement assembly of the party’s National ‘Volunteer Force’ Koshi Province Committee in Damak today, Kathmandu 23 Feb, 2026
HoR election: EC urges govt to declare three-day holiday HoR election: EC urges govt to declare three-day holiday The Commission has urged the government to grant public holidays from March 4 to 6. The Commission has urged the government to grant public holidays from March 4 to 6. Kathmandu 22 Feb, 2026
Acting CEC Bhandari urges all not to go by rumours over uncertainty of election Acting CEC Bhandari urges all not to go by rumours over uncertainty of election Acting Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Ram Prasad Bhandari has appealed everyone to ignore the rumours being spread by some individuals that election to the House of Representatives will not be held on March 5. Acting Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Ram Prasad Bhandari has appealed everyone to ignore the rumours being spread by some individuals that election to the House of Representatives will not be held on March 5. Kathmandu 22 Feb, 2026
Kathmandu's air pollution level declining Kathmandu's air pollution level declining Currently, Lahore in Pakistan tops the list with an AQI of 373, followed by Kolkata, India, at 186. Currently, Lahore in Pakistan tops the list with an AQI of 373, followed by Kolkata, India, at 186. Kathmandu 20 Feb, 2026
Three Indian nationals arrested from TIA with over 11 kg of cannabis Three Indian nationals arrested from TIA with over 11 kg of cannabis Police today arrested three Indian nationals from the arrival tunnel gate of Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in possession of 11.27 kilogrammes of illegal cannabis. Police today arrested three Indian nationals from the arrival tunnel gate of Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in possession of 11.27 kilogrammes of illegal cannabis. Kathmandu 20 Feb, 2026
Aryal expresses confidence in secure and timely HoR elections Aryal expresses confidence in secure and timely HoR elections Addressing a meeting of the Central Security Committee today, Minister Aryal said the elections would be conducted in a robust and secure environment. Addressing a meeting of the Central Security Committee today, Minister Aryal said the elections would be conducted in a robust and secure environment. Kathmandu 19 Feb, 2026
Durga Prasai detention extended for four days Durga Prasai detention extended for four days Earlier, he was taken into custody from Dakshinkali while en route to Birgunj, though he was released subsequently. Earlier, he was taken into custody from Dakshinkali while en route to Birgunj, though he was released subsequently. Kathmandu 17 Feb, 2026
Driver Remanded for Assaulting Pedestrian in Broad Daylight, Police Say Driver Remanded for Assaulting Pedestrian in Broad Daylight, Police Say A car driver seen in a viral video assaulting a pedestrian in the middle of the road has been arrested by police. A car driver seen in a viral video assaulting a pedestrian in the middle of the road has been arrested by police. Kathmandu 17 Feb, 2026
With polls near, NHRC seeks stronger safeguards for voters, candidates With polls near, NHRC seeks stronger safeguards for voters, candidates The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the Government to ensure adequate logistical and security arrangements for the House of Representatives member election scheduled for March 5, following concerns over shortages of essential materials. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the Government to ensure adequate logistical and security arrangements for the House of Representatives member election scheduled for March 5, following concerns over shortages of essential materials. Kathmandu 17 Feb, 2026
Elections must be policy-driven, says Acting CEC Bhandari Elections must be policy-driven, says Acting CEC Bhandari Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has stated that elections should be policy-driven rather than money-driven. Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has stated that elections should be policy-driven rather than money-driven. Kathmandu 16 Feb, 2026
17 days to HoR elections as formal campaigning begins today 17 days to HoR elections as formal campaigning begins today The EC has urged all stakeholders to conduct their campaigns while fully upholding the integrity and sanctity of the electoral process. The EC has urged all stakeholders to conduct their campaigns while fully upholding the integrity and sanctity of the electoral process. Kathmandu 16 Feb, 2026
EC reminds parties to conduct election campaigns until March 2 EC reminds parties to conduct election campaigns until March 2 Incitement to violence and the dissemination of hate speech are also strictly prohibited during the electioneering period. Incitement to violence and the dissemination of hate speech are also strictly prohibited during the electioneering period. Kathmandu 15 Feb, 2026
President observes Mahashivaratri and Army Day feu-de-joie in Tundikhel President observes Mahashivaratri and Army Day feu-de-joie in Tundikhel President Ramchandra Paudel today attended a special ceremony organized by the Nepali Army (NA), marking Mahashivaratri Festival and Army Day- 2082 BS. Today marks the 263rd Army Day. President Ramchandra Paudel today attended a special ceremony organized by the Nepali Army (NA), marking Mahashivaratri Festival and Army Day- 2082 BS. Today marks the 263rd Army Day. Kathmandu 15 Feb, 2026
CoAS Sigdel issues directive for peaceful conduct of HoR election CoAS Sigdel issues directive for peaceful conduct of HoR election Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Ashok Raj Sigdel has issued a special directive to ensure that the upcoming March 5 election to the House of Representatives be held in a peaceful manner. Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Ashok Raj Sigdel has issued a special directive to ensure that the upcoming March 5 election to the House of Representatives be held in a peaceful manner. Kathmandu 14 Feb, 2026
NRB appoints Sahdev Chand as CISO amid digital transformation NRB appoints Sahdev Chand as CISO amid digital transformation NRB spokesperson Guru Prasad Paudel told the Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS) that Chand was appointed as CISO in accordance with the bank’s Cyber Security Policy, 2074. NRB spokesperson Guru Prasad Paudel told the Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS) that Chand was appointed as CISO in accordance with the bank’s Cyber Security Policy, 2074. Kathmandu 12 Feb, 2026
India hands over third tranche of election assistance to Nepal India hands over third tranche of election assistance to Nepal The Government of India on Thursday handed over the third tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal to support preparations for the upcoming elections. The Government of India on Thursday handed over the third tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal to support preparations for the upcoming elections. Kathmandu 12 Feb, 2026
Nepal 1,454kg marijuana recovered during operation in Inaruwa Police have arrested a man and seized 1,454.87kg of marijuana in Inaruwa Municipality-10 of Sunsari district.
Sports Dharan Sports Forum to honour athletes, push professional sports The Dharan Sports Forum is set to organise the third edition of the Dharan Sports Award on October 29, with a focus on recognising athletes and promoting the professional development of sports in the city.
Nepal Two child rape cases reported in Bara within 24 hours, two held Police have arrested a 14-year-old boy and a 75-year-old man in connection with separate alleged rape cases involving two five-year-old girls in Jitpur-Simara Sub-Metropolitan City within a 24-hour period.
Nepal Japan provides $1m emergency grant for flood-hit communities The Government of Japan has provided a $1 million emergency grant through the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to support communities affected by the recent flash floods in Nepal.
Nepal NCRC, MITGF plan long-term support for children affected by Bhotekoshi flood The National Child Rights Council (NCRC) and MIT Group Foundation (MITGF) Co have agreed to establish a long-term support programme for children who lost one or both parents in the 2026 Bhotekoshi floods.
Nepal 11 more bodies recovered from Upper Trishuli-1 tunnel A joint search and rescue team has recovered 11 more bodies from the Audit-3 tunnel of the Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project in Rasuwa, where people went missing following the Bhotekoshi flash flood.
Kathmandu PM Shah to address UN General Debate on September 24 Prime Minister Balendra Shah will leave for New York on September 22 to lead Nepal’s delegation to the high-level week of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
World Indonesian divers recover 3 bodies from capsized ferry as salvage operation begins Rescue teams in Indonesia on Friday recovered three bodies from a capsized ferry while preparing to salvage the wreckage of the accident Sunday, bringing the confirmed death toll to nine with 126 people still missing, officials said.
Health Baglung records Nepal's highest dengue caseload, scrub typhus surge Nepal’s monsoon-season surge in mosquito- and mite-borne disease has hit Baglung hardest, where a record dengue caseload is now running alongside a scrub typhus outbreak that has grown more than 56-fold within a year.