EC completes all preparations for March 5 HoR elections EC completes all preparations for March 5 HoR elections The EC shared this information during its weekly press briefing on Friday. The EC shared this information during its weekly press briefing on Friday. Nepal 27 Feb, 2026
Nepal will hold first election since deadly protests, with 3 rivals vying to be prime minister Nepal will hold first election since deadly protests, with 3 rivals vying to be prime... Oli has consistently argued that steady policies and politics are essential for Nepal, warning that the economy needs stability to develop. Oli has consistently argued that steady policies and politics are essential for Nepal, warning that the economy needs stability to develop. Nepal 27 Feb, 2026
221 thousand employees deployed for conducting HoR election 221 thousand employees deployed for conducting HoR election Two hundred and twenty-one thousand employees are going to be deployed across 165 constituencies throughout the country for conducting the House of Representatives election to be held on March 5. Two hundred and twenty-one thousand employees are going to be deployed across 165 constituencies throughout the country for conducting the House of Representatives election to be held on March 5. Nepal 27 Feb, 2026
Alcohol sale, consumption banned until final HoR poll results Alcohol sale, consumption banned until final HoR poll results With six days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission Nepal has prohibited the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages from Thursday until the announcement of the final election results. With six days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission Nepal has prohibited the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages from Thursday until the announcement of the final election results. Nepal 27 Feb, 2026
The frustration is real, as is the Balen wave The frustration is real, as is the Balen wave Indira Ghimire, 34, a voter from Udayapur Constituency-1, stated that she is voting for change. “We have seen traditional parties several times. This time, I am hoping for a new face,” she told THT. “By new face, I mean Balen (Balendra Shah).” Indira Ghimire, 34, a voter from Udayapur Constituency-1, stated that she is voting for change. “We have seen traditional parties several times. This time, I am hoping for a new face,” she told THT. “By new face, I mean Balen (Balendra Shah).” Nepal 27 Feb, 2026
Election materials dispatched to all constituencies nationwide Election materials dispatched to all constituencies nationwide Election materials have reached all 165 constituencies across the country in preparation for the HoR election scheduled for March 5. Election materials have reached all 165 constituencies across the country in preparation for the HoR election scheduled for March 5. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Govt declares three-day public holiday for HoR election Govt declares three-day public holiday for HoR election The Government of Nepal has announced a three-day public holiday in view of the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) election scheduled for Falgun 21 (March 5). The Government of Nepal has announced a three-day public holiday in view of the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) election scheduled for Falgun 21 (March 5). Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
4,561 cases registered nationwide in Magh; Kathmandu Valley tops crime chart 4,561 cases registered nationwide in Magh; Kathmandu Valley tops crime chart A total of 4,561 criminal cases were registered across the country in the month of Magh in the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to Nepal Police. A total of 4,561 criminal cases were registered across the country in the month of Magh in the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to Nepal Police. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Everest summiteer returns home to open new adventure frontier in Panchthar Everest summiteer returns home to open new adventure frontier in Panchthar Two years after standing atop Mount Everest, Kishor Jabegu found himself at the edge of a very different drop, a waterfall in his home district of Panchthar. Two years after standing atop Mount Everest, Kishor Jabegu found himself at the edge of a very different drop, a waterfall in his home district of Panchthar. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Nepal and India sign MoU on bio-diversity conservation Nepal and India sign MoU on bio-diversity conservation Nepal and India have signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on bio-diversity conservation. Nepal and India have signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on bio-diversity conservation. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
359 polling stations in Karnali marked highly sensitive ahead of HoR polls 359 polling stations in Karnali marked highly sensitive ahead of HoR polls With the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) elections drawing near, 359 polling stations in Karnali Province have been classified as “highly sensitive” from a security standpoint, authorities said on Wednesday. With the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) elections drawing near, 359 polling stations in Karnali Province have been classified as “highly sensitive” from a security standpoint, authorities said on Wednesday. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Eight aspirant guides undergo IFMGA Diploma Training in Manang Eight aspirant guides undergo IFMGA Diploma Training in Manang The Final Diploma Course of the Mountain Guide Certification Course (MGCC)–2026, accredited by the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA/UIAGM/IVBV), has commenced in Manang for aspirant guides of the 2022/23 batch. The Final Diploma Course of the Mountain Guide Certification Course (MGCC)–2026, accredited by the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA/UIAGM/IVBV), has commenced in Manang for aspirant guides of the 2022/23 batch. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Tourist vehicles require permit to operate on election day Tourist vehicles require permit to operate on election day Tourist vehicles will require prior permission to operate on March 5, the day of the House of Representatives election. Tourist vehicles will require prior permission to operate on March 5, the day of the House of Representatives election. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
NHRC urges conducive atmosphere for free, fair elections NHRC urges conducive atmosphere for free, fair elections Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, Tap Bahadur Magar, has called on all stakeholders to ensure the upcoming elections are clean, free, fair and fear-free. Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, Tap Bahadur Magar, has called on all stakeholders to ensure the upcoming elections are clean, free, fair and fear-free. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Tiger census in Shuklaphanta National Park from March 7 Tiger census in Shuklaphanta National Park from March 7 Tiger count is beginning in the Shuklaphanta National Park (SNP) from March 7. Tiger count is beginning in the Shuklaphanta National Park (SNP) from March 7. Nepal 25 Feb, 2026
Election materials, ballot papers sent to 75 districts: EC Election materials, ballot papers sent to 75 districts: EC The election materials and ballot papers for the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections have been sent to 75 districts across the country, according to the Election Commission (EC). The election materials and ballot papers for the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections have been sent to 75 districts across the country, according to the Election Commission (EC). Nepal 25 Feb, 2026
EC warns against obstructing poll campaigns; Offenders face fine or jail EC warns against obstructing poll campaigns; Offenders face fine or jail With eight days remaining for the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission of Nepal has warned that obstructing election campaigning or depriving citizens of voting rights is a punishable offence. With eight days remaining for the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission of Nepal has warned that obstructing election campaigning or depriving citizens of voting rights is a punishable offence. Nepal 25 Feb, 2026
Rapid progress on bailey bridge construction over Dansagu Khola in Bajura Rapid progress on bailey bridge construction over Dansagu Khola in Bajura Construction work on a Bailey bridge over the Dansagu Khola in Budhinanda Municipality is progressing rapidly, local authorities said. Construction work on a Bailey bridge over the Dansagu Khola in Budhinanda Municipality is progressing rapidly, local authorities said. Nepal 24 Feb, 2026
498 disaster incidents in Magh leave 22 dead, over 100 injured across Nepal 498 disaster incidents in Magh leave 22 dead, over 100 injured across Nepal Nepal recorded 498 disaster incidents across the country in the month of Magh for the fiscal year 2082/083, resulting in 22 deaths and 103 injuries, according to the Nepal Police. Nepal recorded 498 disaster incidents across the country in the month of Magh for the fiscal year 2082/083, resulting in 22 deaths and 103 injuries, according to the Nepal Police. Nepal 24 Feb, 2026
Japan provides Rs 397.5 million to support Nepal's HoR election Japan provides Rs 397.5 million to support Nepal's HoR election The Government of Japan has provided financial support of Rs 397.5 million to Nepal for the upcoming House of Representatives general election scheduled for March 5, the Embassy of Japan in Nepal said on Tuesday. The Government of Japan has provided financial support of Rs 397.5 million to Nepal for the upcoming House of Representatives general election scheduled for March 5, the Embassy of Japan in Nepal said on Tuesday. Nepal 24 Feb, 2026
Nepal 350 cases of violations of child rights reported during, after HoR elections-2026: study shows A total of 350 cases of violations of child rights were reported during and after the House of Representatives (HoR) Elections 2026, according to a study report.
Environment UN report flags gender inequality in global water access A new United Nations report has warned that gender inequality continues to exacerbate the global water crisis, disproportionately affecting women and girls.
Business Proton e.MAS launches three-day exchange scheme in Kathmandu Proton e.MAS has announced a three-day ‘Sales and Exchange for Excellence’ scheme in Kathmandu, offering customers an opportunity to trade in old vehicles at higher-than-market valuations.
Business Ramesh Corp marks 6th Founder's Day with employee carnival Ramesh Corp celebrated its sixth Founder’s Day with a carnival-style event at Godawari Village Resort, bringing together employees in a day-long programme focused on unity and shared purpose.
Environment Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country.
Nepal BP Highway obstructed; vehicles put on hold The BP Highway has been obstructed since this morning following the rise in water level in the Kavrepalanchowk Roshi region due to incessant rain.
Kathmandu Eid al-Fitr enriches sense of mutual harmony and unity: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki wished that may the festival of Eid al-Fitr contribute to the country's prosperity and stability by enriching mutual respect, harmony and collaboration.
Nepal Traffic halted on Narayangadh–Butwal section due to slippery road Vehicular movement along the Narayangadh–Butwal road section has been disrupted after rainfall turned parts of the highway muddy and slippery.
Nepal Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated nationwide with joy, festivity The Muslim community across Nepal is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, greetings and festive gatherings, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
