EC warns against code violations as HoR polls near; Teachers, officials told to stay neutral EC warns against code violations as HoR polls near; Teachers, officials told to stay... With nine days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5, the Election Commission has reiterated strict compliance with the Election Code of Conduct, urging teachers, professors, government officials and other stakeholders to refrain from participating in political campaigns. With nine days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5, the Election Commission has reiterated strict compliance with the Election Code of Conduct, urging teachers, professors, government officials and other stakeholders to refrain from participating in political campaigns. Nepal 24 Feb, 2026
Curfew lifted, prohibitory order issued in Birgunj Curfew lifted, prohibitory order issued in Birgunj The District Security Committee of Parsa District has lifted the curfew imposed in the Birgunj metropolitan area and replaced it with a prohibitory order. The District Security Committee of Parsa District has lifted the curfew imposed in the Birgunj metropolitan area and replaced it with a prohibitory order. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
EC warns against involvement of children in election campaigns EC warns against involvement of children in election campaigns The Election Commission of Nepal (EC) has urged political parties and candidates participating in the 2082 House of Representatives elections to refrain from involving children in their election campaigns. The Election Commission of Nepal (EC) has urged political parties and candidates participating in the 2082 House of Representatives elections to refrain from involving children in their election campaigns. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Probe committee formed to investigate Dhading bus crash Probe committee formed to investigate Dhading bus crash Home Ministry spokesperson Anand Kafle announced today that a five-member task force, led by a Joint Secretary, has been formed to probe the incident. Home Ministry spokesperson Anand Kafle announced today that a five-member task force, led by a Joint Secretary, has been formed to probe the incident. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Curfew imposed in Birgunj until further notice Curfew imposed in Birgunj until further notice The local administration has clamped curfew in Birgunj metropolitan city of Parsa district in a bid to curb possible untoward situation. The curfew order is in place from 9:45 am today. The local administration has clamped curfew in Birgunj metropolitan city of Parsa district in a bid to curb possible untoward situation. The curfew order is in place from 9:45 am today. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Buffer zone voters demand action on human–wildlife conflict Buffer zone voters demand action on human–wildlife conflict With voting for the House of Representatives (HoR) scheduled for March 5, residents living along the buffer zone of Shuklaphanta National Park have made mitigation of human–wildlife conflict their top electoral priority. With voting for the House of Representatives (HoR) scheduled for March 5, residents living along the buffer zone of Shuklaphanta National Park have made mitigation of human–wildlife conflict their top electoral priority. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
19 killed as bus plunges into Trishuli River in Dhading; Road accidents spike nationwide 19 killed as bus plunges into Trishuli River in Dhading; Road accidents spike... At least 19 people were killed and 25 others injured when a passenger bus plunged off the Prithvi Highway into the Trishuli River in Dhading district in the early hours of Monday, in the deadliest road accident in recent months. At least 19 people were killed and 25 others injured when a passenger bus plunged off the Prithvi Highway into the Trishuli River in Dhading district in the early hours of Monday, in the deadliest road accident in recent months. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Death toll rises to 19 in Dhading bus plunge; 25 injured Death toll rises to 19 in Dhading bus plunge; 25 injured The death toll from the tragic bus accident in Dhading has risen to 19, while 25 others remain injured. The death toll from the tragic bus accident in Dhading has risen to 19, while 25 others remain injured. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
TJF-SNF project supports families of deceased mountain workers TJF-SNF project supports families of deceased mountain workers A joint initiative of the US-based The Juniper Fund and the Shangri-La Nepal Foundation is providing livelihood and educational assistance to widows and children of Nepali mountain workers who lost their lives in the Himalayas. A joint initiative of the US-based The Juniper Fund and the Shangri-La Nepal Foundation is providing livelihood and educational assistance to widows and children of Nepali mountain workers who lost their lives in the Himalayas. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Peace rally held in Gaur's Sabgadha to restore communal harmony Peace rally held in Gaur's Sabgadha to restore communal harmony A peace and goodwill rally was organised in Sabgadha of Gaur Municipality-6 of Rautahat on Monday, following days of communal tension that gripped the area since Thursday night. A peace and goodwill rally was organised in Sabgadha of Gaur Municipality-6 of Rautahat on Monday, following days of communal tension that gripped the area since Thursday night. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Dr Rajan Thapaliya appointed Assistant Dean at University of Fairfax Dr Rajan Thapaliya appointed Assistant Dean at University of Fairfax The University of Fairfax has appointed Dr Rajan Thapaliya as Assistant Dean of Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Information Technology, effective February 15, 2026. The University of Fairfax has appointed Dr Rajan Thapaliya as Assistant Dean of Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Information Technology, effective February 15, 2026. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
17, including two foreigners, killed in Trishuli bus plunge 17, including two foreigners, killed in Trishuli bus plunge At least 17 people, including two foreign nationals, were killed when a passenger bus plunged into the Trishuli River at Charaundi in Benighat Rorang Rural Municipality–7 of Dhading along the Prithvi Highway early Monday. At least 17 people, including two foreign nationals, were killed when a passenger bus plunged into the Trishuli River at Charaundi in Benighat Rorang Rural Municipality–7 of Dhading along the Prithvi Highway early Monday. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
11 days to HoR elections: Voter education program continues in 6,743 wards 11 days to HoR elections: Voter education program continues in 6,743 wards The Election Commission (EC) continues its nationwide voter education program with the aim of promoting greater electoral participation and reducing the incidence of invalid votes. The Election Commission (EC) continues its nationwide voter education program with the aim of promoting greater electoral participation and reducing the incidence of invalid votes. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Light rain, snow forecast for Koshi, Gandaki, Bagmati Light rain, snow forecast for Koshi, Gandaki, Bagmati Mist is likely to occur during the morning hours in some parts of the Tarai region today. Mist is likely to occur during the morning hours in some parts of the Tarai region today. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
TJF-SNF project supports families of deceased mountain workers TJF-SNF project supports families of deceased mountain workers A joint initiative of the US-based The Juniper Fund and the Shangri-La Nepal Foundation is providing livelihood and educational assistance to widows and children of Nepali mountain workers who lost their lives in the Himalayas. A joint initiative of the US-based The Juniper Fund and the Shangri-La Nepal Foundation is providing livelihood and educational assistance to widows and children of Nepali mountain workers who lost their lives in the Himalayas. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
23 held, including sitting and former ward chairs, over Gaur unrest 23 held, including sitting and former ward chairs, over Gaur unrest Police have detained 23 individuals, including a sitting and a former ward chairperson, on charges of inciting communal tension in Gaur Municipality following an attack on a wedding procession last week. Police have detained 23 individuals, including a sitting and a former ward chairperson, on charges of inciting communal tension in Gaur Municipality following an attack on a wedding procession last week. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Five-point deal reached to restore calm in Gaur; Goodwill rally to be held on Monday Five-point deal reached to restore calm in Gaur; Goodwill rally to be held on Monday An all-party meeting convened at the District Administration Office Rautahat has reached a five-point agreement aimed at restoring peace in Sabgadha of Gaur Municipality-6, where communal tensions have persisted for the past two days. An all-party meeting convened at the District Administration Office Rautahat has reached a five-point agreement aimed at restoring peace in Sabgadha of Gaur Municipality-6, where communal tensions have persisted for the past two days. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Omnika Dangol summits Aconcagua, completes fifth of Seven Summits Omnika Dangol summits Aconcagua, completes fifth of Seven Summits Nepali mountaineer Omnika Dangol has successfully summited Aconcagua in Argentina, marking her fifth peak in the Seven Summits challenge. Nepali mountaineer Omnika Dangol has successfully summited Aconcagua in Argentina, marking her fifth peak in the Seven Summits challenge. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Health Ministry asks health institutions to submit details of Gen Z Movement injured by Feb 27 Health Ministry asks health institutions to submit details of Gen Z Movement injured... The Ministry of Health and Population has directed all hospitals and health institutions to submit details of individuals injured during the Gen Z Movement by February 27, setting the date as the final deadline to complete the listing and classification process. The Ministry of Health and Population has directed all hospitals and health institutions to submit details of individuals injured during the Gen Z Movement by February 27, setting the date as the final deadline to complete the listing and classification process. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
22 injured as bus crashes into electric pole in Makwanpur 22 injured as bus crashes into electric pole in Makwanpur At least 22 passengers were injured when a bus met with an accident along the East-West Highway at Bijauna in Manahari Rural Municipality-7 of Makwanpur district on Sunday morning. At least 22 passengers were injured when a bus met with an accident along the East-West Highway at Bijauna in Manahari Rural Municipality-7 of Makwanpur district on Sunday morning. Nepal 22 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.