10 killed in separate road accidents across Nepal 10 killed in separate road accidents across Nepal At least 10 people were killed in separate road accidents in different parts of Nepal on Saturday and Sunday, according to the Nepal Police. At least 10 people were killed in separate road accidents in different parts of Nepal on Saturday and Sunday, according to the Nepal Police. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
Shram Sanskriti Party wins three direct seats, emerges as surprise force of election Shram Sanskriti Party wins three direct seats, emerges as surprise force of election The Shram Sanskriti Party has won three direct seats in the House of Representatives election, establishing itself as one of the surprise stories of the March 5 polls in a contest otherwise dominated by the Rastriya Swatantra Party's historic sweep. The Shram Sanskriti Party has won three direct seats in the House of Representatives election, establishing itself as one of the surprise stories of the March 5 polls in a contest otherwise dominated by the Rastriya Swatantra Party's historic sweep. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
EC decides to withhold election results for Dhanusha-1 EC decides to withhold election results for Dhanusha-1 The Election Commission (EC) has made the decision to withhold the election results for Dhanusha-1 constituency. The Election Commission (EC) has made the decision to withhold the election results for Dhanusha-1 constituency. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
Harkaraj Rai of Shram Sanskriti Party defeats RSP in Sunsari-1 in one of election's notable upsets Harkaraj Rai of Shram Sanskriti Party defeats RSP in Sunsari-1 in one of election's... Harkaraj Rai of the Shram Sanskriti Party has won the House of Representatives seat from Sunsari Constituency-1, defeating the Rastriya Swatantra Party's Goma Tamang in one of the few constituencies where the RSP wave was held back on March 5. Harkaraj Rai of the Shram Sanskriti Party has won the House of Representatives seat from Sunsari Constituency-1, defeating the Rastriya Swatantra Party's Goma Tamang in one of the few constituencies where the RSP wave was held back on March 5. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
ANFREL says Nepal's HoR elections largely peaceful but flags accountability and inclusion gaps ANFREL says Nepal's HoR elections largely peaceful but flags accountability and... The Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL) has said Nepal’s 2026 House of Representatives elections were largely peaceful and orderly, but noted persistent challenges related to electoral accountability, campaign finance transparency and inclusive political participation. The Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL) has said Nepal’s 2026 House of Representatives elections were largely peaceful and orderly, but noted persistent challenges related to electoral accountability, campaign finance transparency and inclusive political participation. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
Women's meaningful, qualitative participation needed: PM Karki Women's meaningful, qualitative participation needed: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki has called everyone to join hands together to further strengthen the culture of gender equality, democratic norms and social justice. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has called everyone to join hands together to further strengthen the culture of gender equality, democratic norms and social justice. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
RSP wins 112 direct seats, eyes two-thirds majority as count nears completion RSP wins 112 direct seats, eyes two-thirds majority as count nears completion The Rastriya Swatantra Party has won 112 direct seats and leads in 13 more from 164 of 165 constituencies, according to the latest figures from the Election Commission of Nepal as of 1:40 pm, as the party closes in on a two-thirds majority in the 275-seat House of Representatives when proportional seats are factored in. The Rastriya Swatantra Party has won 112 direct seats and leads in 13 more from 164 of 165 constituencies, according to the latest figures from the Election Commission of Nepal as of 1:40 pm, as the party closes in on a two-thirds majority in the 275-seat House of Representatives when proportional seats are factored in. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
RSP sweeps all four Parsa constituencies in landslide wins RSP sweeps all four Parsa constituencies in landslide wins The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has won all four House of Representatives constituencies in Parsa district, each by a wide margin, according to the Office of the Chief Returning Officer. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has won all four House of Representatives constituencies in Parsa district, each by a wide margin, according to the Office of the Chief Returning Officer. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
Nepali Congress wins HoR seats in Bajura, Panchthar, Rautahat-2 and Solukhumbu Nepali Congress wins HoR seats in Bajura, Panchthar, Rautahat-2 and Solukhumbu Candidates of the Nepali Congress have secured victories in several constituencies in the House of Representatives (HoR) election. Candidates of the Nepali Congress have secured victories in several constituencies in the House of Representatives (HoR) election. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
Amresh Kumar Singh defeats Gagan Thapa in Sarlahi-4 as RSP candidates win additional multiple HoR seats Amresh Kumar Singh defeats Gagan Thapa in Sarlahi-4 as RSP candidates win additional... Candidates of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have secured victories in several House of Representatives constituencies across the country, including a high-profile win by Amresh Kumar Singh over Gagan Thapa in Sarlahi-4. Candidates of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have secured victories in several House of Representatives constituencies across the country, including a high-profile win by Amresh Kumar Singh over Gagan Thapa in Sarlahi-4. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
Shram Sanskriti Party's Aren Rai wins Khotang HoR seat in party's electoral debut Shram Sanskriti Party's Aren Rai wins Khotang HoR seat in party's electoral debut Aren Rai of the Shram Sanskriti Party has been elected to the House of Representatives from Khotang, marking the party’s first electoral victory since its debut in parliamentary elections. Aren Rai of the Shram Sanskriti Party has been elected to the House of Representatives from Khotang, marking the party’s first electoral victory since its debut in parliamentary elections. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
Balendra Shah defeats four-time PM KP Oli with record margin in Jhapa-5 Balendra Shah defeats four-time PM KP Oli with record margin in Jhapa-5 Balendra (Balen) Shah, a senior Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) leader, won a landslide victory in Jhapa Constituency-5, crushing the decades-long legacy of CPN-UML Chair and former four-time prime minister KP Sharma Oli. Balendra (Balen) Shah, a senior Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) leader, won a landslide victory in Jhapa Constituency-5, crushing the decades-long legacy of CPN-UML Chair and former four-time prime minister KP Sharma Oli. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
RSP wins 102 direct seats, leads in 22 more as landslide scale becomes clear RSP wins 102 direct seats, leads in 22 more as landslide scale becomes clear The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has won 102 direct seats and leads in 22 more from 164 of 165 constituencies, according to the latest figures from the Election Commission of Nepal, as the full extent of the party's victory becomes clear. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has won 102 direct seats and leads in 22 more from 164 of 165 constituencies, according to the latest figures from the Election Commission of Nepal, as the full extent of the party's victory becomes clear. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
RSP candidate Bohara wins from Kanchanpur-2 RSP candidate Bohara wins from Kanchanpur-2 Bohara secured 33,952 votes, while his nearest rival, Narayan Prakash Saud of the Nepali Congress, received 10,827 votes. Bohara secured 33,952 votes, while his nearest rival, Narayan Prakash Saud of the Nepali Congress, received 10,827 votes. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
RSP's Chand elected from Kailali-5 RSP's Chand elected from Kailali-5 Out of a total of 110,539 registered voters, 65,752 cast their ballots in the election held on March 5. Out of a total of 110,539 registered voters, 65,752 cast their ballots in the election held on March 5. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
RSP's Hari Dhakal wins HoR seat from Chitwan District-1 RSP's Hari Dhakal wins HoR seat from Chitwan District-1 Dhakal has been re-elected from the same constituency. Dhakal has been re-elected from the same constituency. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
RSP on course for outright majority as results from 163 constituencies confirm historic landslide RSP on course for outright majority as results from 163 constituencies confirm... The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is heading for an outright parliamentary majority of historic proportions, having won 60 seats outright and leading in 61 more from 163 of 165 constituencies declared in the direct voting count, according to the Election Commission of Nepal. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is heading for an outright parliamentary majority of historic proportions, having won 60 seats outright and leading in 61 more from 163 of 165 constituencies declared in the direct voting count, according to the Election Commission of Nepal. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
Balen Shah defeats Oli by nearly 50,000 votes in Jhapa-5 in election's most stunning result Balen Shah defeats Oli by nearly 50,000 votes in Jhapa-5 in election's most stunning... Balendra Shah of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has been officially elected to the House of Representatives from Jhapa Constituency-5, defeating former prime minister and CPN-UML chairman KP Sharma Oli by a margin of 49,614 votes in what stands as the most dramatic result of Nepal's March 5 general election. Balendra Shah of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has been officially elected to the House of Representatives from Jhapa Constituency-5, defeating former prime minister and CPN-UML chairman KP Sharma Oli by a margin of 49,614 votes in what stands as the most dramatic result of Nepal's March 5 general election. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
PM Karki, UAE President exchange telephone talks PM Karki, UAE President exchange telephone talks Prime Minister Sushila Karki today spoke with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan over the telephone. Prime Minister Sushila Karki today spoke with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan over the telephone. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
Indian PM Modi congratulates Nepal on peaceful election, pledges continued partnership Indian PM Modi congratulates Nepal on peaceful election, pledges continued... Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the people and Government of Nepal on the successful and peaceful conduct of the House of Representatives election, calling it a historic milestone in Nepal's democratic journey. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated the people and Government of Nepal on the successful and peaceful conduct of the House of Representatives election, calling it a historic milestone in Nepal's democratic journey. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
Business Trip Turbo users can now book international hotels in Nepali currency Trip Turbo has partnered with Agoda to provide international hotel booking services for Nepali travellers through its platform.
Business Sun Nepal Life organizes AML/CFT training for agency managers Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited conducted an Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) training programme for Agency Development Managers under its “ADM 360° Growth Summit 1.0”.
Lifestyle The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 happening tomorrow with three bands, djs, and 20 restaurants The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 is happening tomorrow, May 23, at The Everest Hotel, Kathmandu. Mark your calendars for what promises to be one of the biggest food and lifestyle celebrations of the year, featuring food, music, games, and endless entertainment for the entire family.
Kathmandu PM Shah continues to dodge HoR meeting amid opposition protest The Alternative Development Finance Mobilisation Bill, 2026, was approved by a majority at the House of Representatives today, despite a deliberate protest tactic by opposition lawmakers to disrupt legislative proceedings.
Business Central bank withdrawing Rs 100 billion to manage liquidity Nepal Rastra Bank is set to absorb Rs 100 billion from the banking system on Friday as part of its liquidity management measures.
Nepal Two Indian climbers die on Everest; Third being rescued from South Col Two Indian climbers have died while descending from the summit of Mount Everest, bringing the season's death toll on the world's highest peak to five.
Sports Nepal women defeat Malaysia in T20 practice match Nepal defeated Malaysia by seven wickets in a practice match ahead of the second international Women’s T20 tournament in Malaysia on Thursday.
Environment Excessive excavation in Narayani River draws scrutiny The District Monitoring Committee in Nawalpur has directed authorities concerned to regulate excavation and extraction works in the Narayani River after irregularities were found during an on-site inspection.
Nepal US Embassy Nepal's public affairs chief summits Everest in historic first Mike Harker, Public Affairs Chief at the US Embassy Nepal, successfully summited Mount Everest at around 9:10 AM on May 20, becoming the first serving American Foreign Service Officer to scale the world's highest peak.
