RSP's Manish Jha leads in Dhanusha-3 RSP's Manish Jha leads in Dhanusha-3 Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate Manish Jha has taken an early lead in the House of Representatives election for Dhanusha constituency-3 in Madhesh Province. Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate Manish Jha has taken an early lead in the House of Representatives election for Dhanusha constituency-3 in Madhesh Province. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
RSP candidate Amresh Singh takes lead with over 3000 RSP candidate Amresh Singh takes lead with over 3000 With more than 3,000 votes, Amresh Singh of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is ahead of Gagan Thapa, the president of the Nepali Congress, in Sarlahi-4. With more than 3,000 votes, Amresh Singh of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is ahead of Gagan Thapa, the president of the Nepali Congress, in Sarlahi-4. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
RSP's Swarnim Wagle maintains lead in Tanahun-1 RSP's Swarnim Wagle maintains lead in Tanahun-1 Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate Dr Swarnim Wagle continues to lead in the vote count in Tanahun Constituency-1. Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate Dr Swarnim Wagle continues to lead in the vote count in Tanahun Constituency-1. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
EU welcomes peaceful conduct of elections in Nepal EU welcomes peaceful conduct of elections in Nepal The European Union (EU) has welcomed the successful holding of Nepal’s House of Representatives elections. The European Union (EU) has welcomed the successful holding of Nepal’s House of Representatives elections. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
NC's Yogesh Gauchan Thakali set to win in Mustang NC's Yogesh Gauchan Thakali set to win in Mustang Nepali Congress (NC) is set to register its first victory in the House of Representatives election, with its candidate Yogesh Gauchan Thakali leading the final tally in Mustang. Nepali Congress (NC) is set to register its first victory in the House of Representatives election, with its candidate Yogesh Gauchan Thakali leading the final tally in Mustang. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
Vote counting begins in Kailali-3 Vote counting begins in Kailali-3 Vote counting has begun in Kailali Constituency-3 under the House of Representatives election. Vote counting has begun in Kailali Constituency-3 under the House of Representatives election. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
Vote counting begins in Siraha; RSP takes early lead in Constituency-4 Vote counting begins in Siraha; RSP takes early lead in Constituency-4 Vote counting for the House of Representatives (HoR) election has begun in Siraha district, with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) taking an early lead in Constituency-4. Vote counting for the House of Representatives (HoR) election has begun in Siraha district, with the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) taking an early lead in Constituency-4. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
ANFREL commends Nepal for 'peaceful and orderly' HoR Election ANFREL commends Nepal for 'peaceful and orderly' HoR Election The Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL) has commended the people of Nepal for their participation in the 2026 elections, which were conducted in a peaceful and orderly environment across the areas observed by ANFREL’s International Election Observation Mission. The Asian Network for Free Elections (ANFREL) has commended the people of Nepal for their participation in the 2026 elections, which were conducted in a peaceful and orderly environment across the areas observed by ANFREL’s International Election Observation Mission. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
One killed in elephant attack in Morang One killed in elephant attack in Morang One person was killed in an elephant attack in a community forest based in Belbari Municipality-10 in Morang on Thursday evening. One person was killed in an elephant attack in a community forest based in Belbari Municipality-10 in Morang on Thursday evening. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
NC leads early vote count in Kailali-1 NC leads early vote count in Kailali-1 The vote counting for the House of Representatives (HoR) election has begun in Kailali Constituency-1, with Nepali Congress (NC) candidate Janak Raj Chaudhary taking an early lead. The vote counting for the House of Representatives (HoR) election has begun in Kailali Constituency-1, with Nepali Congress (NC) candidate Janak Raj Chaudhary taking an early lead. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
RSP heading for clean sweep in election following Gen Z revolution RSP heading for clean sweep in election following Gen Z revolution The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has seen an eruption in popularity in the House of Representatives elections on March 5 (Thursday), following the Gen Z movement in September. Almost all seven provinces favour the RSP candidate. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has seen an eruption in popularity in the House of Representatives elections on March 5 (Thursday), following the Gen Z movement in September. Almost all seven provinces favour the RSP candidate. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
Balen Shah takes early lead in Jhapa-5 Balen Shah takes early lead in Jhapa-5 Balen Shah of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has taken an early lead in the vote count for the House of Representatives seat from Jhapa-5, according to initial counting results. Balen Shah of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has taken an early lead in the vote count for the House of Representatives seat from Jhapa-5, according to initial counting results. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
NCP coordinator Dahal leads vote tally in Rukum East NCP coordinator Dahal leads vote tally in Rukum East Nepali Communist Party (NCP) coordinator and party candidate for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections from Rukum East, Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' is leading the vote tally with 1,415 votes. The district has a single constituency for the HoR elections. Nepali Communist Party (NCP) coordinator and party candidate for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections from Rukum East, Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' is leading the vote tally with 1,415 votes. The district has a single constituency for the HoR elections. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
RSP leading early trends in Nepal election RSP leading early trends in Nepal election Early election trends from the ongoing vote counting in Nepal indicate a strong lead for the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), according to preliminary vote counts circulating in early updates. Early election trends from the ongoing vote counting in Nepal indicate a strong lead for the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), according to preliminary vote counts circulating in early updates. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
NC leads initial vote tally in Rasuwa NC leads initial vote tally in Rasuwa The vote counting under the House of Representatives (HoR) elections- 2026 has commenced in Rasuwa. The vote counting under the House of Representatives (HoR) elections- 2026 has commenced in Rasuwa. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
Vote counting in Jhapa to start at midnight after peaceful polling Vote counting in Jhapa to start at midnight after peaceful polling According to preliminary reports, Jhapa district recorded nearly 65 percent voter turnout. According to preliminary reports, Jhapa district recorded nearly 65 percent voter turnout. Nepal 05 Mar, 2026
Chitwan records 64.12% voter turnout in HoR election Chitwan records 64.12% voter turnout in HoR election Chitwan district recorded a 64.12 percent voter turnout in the House of Representatives election held on Thursday. Chitwan district recorded a 64.12 percent voter turnout in the House of Representatives election held on Thursday. Nepal 05 Mar, 2026
Sudurpaschim records 51% voter turnout in HoR polls Sudurpaschim records 51% voter turnout in HoR polls Sudurpaschim Province recorded a 51.37 percent voter turnout in the House of Representatives election held on Thursday. Sudurpaschim Province recorded a 51.37 percent voter turnout in the House of Representatives election held on Thursday. Nepal 05 Mar, 2026
Voting concludes: EC says nearly 60 percent voter turnout Voting concludes: EC says nearly 60 percent voter turnout The Election Commission (EC) has estimated a 60 percent voter turnout in the House of Representatives (HoR) election held today. The Election Commission (EC) has estimated a 60 percent voter turnout in the House of Representatives (HoR) election held today. Nepal 05 Mar, 2026
HoR election voting concludes peacefully nationwide HoR election voting concludes peacefully nationwide Voting in the House of Representatives (HoR) election concluded peacefully across the country today, with only minor incidents reported. Voting in the House of Representatives (HoR) election concluded peacefully across the country today, with only minor incidents reported. Nepal 05 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.
