Domestic flights resume after morning fog Domestic flights resume after morning fog Domestic flights disrupted earlier today due to dense fog and mist have resumed in most parts of the country. Domestic flights disrupted earlier today due to dense fog and mist have resumed in most parts of the country. Nepal 29 Jan, 2026
Election Commission to use Nepal-made materials Election Commission to use Nepal-made materials The Election Commission (EC) will use locally produced materials for the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5. The Election Commission (EC) will use locally produced materials for the upcoming House of Representatives election on March 5. Nepal 29 Jan, 2026
EC sends sample ballot papers to districts for voter education EC sends sample ballot papers to districts for voter education Spokesperson Bhattarai added that the Commission plans to dispatch ballot papers to all 165 constituencies between February 8 and 17. Spokesperson Bhattarai added that the Commission plans to dispatch ballot papers to all 165 constituencies between February 8 and 17. Nepal 28 Jan, 2026
Japan hands over rehabilitated Chandra Nahar Irrigation System to Nepal Japan hands over rehabilitated Chandra Nahar Irrigation System to Nepal KATHMANDU, JANUARY 28Japan has handed over the rehabilitated Chandra Nahar Irrigation System in Bhagni Maleth, Saptari district, following completion of a JPY 2.256 billion... KATHMANDU, JANUARY 28Japan has handed over the rehabilitated Chandra Nahar Irrigation System in Bhagni... Nepal 28 Jan, 2026
Clarification sought from heavyweight HoR candidates Clarification sought from heavyweight HoR candidates The Election Commission has sought clarification from heavyweight candidates, including senior Rastriya Swatantra Party leader Balendra (Balen) Shah, CPN-UML Secretary Mahesh Basnet, Shram Sanskriti Party Chair Harka Sampang and Kamal Bhusal alias Dr Nicholas Bhusal. The Election Commission has sought clarification from heavyweight candidates, including senior Rastriya Swatantra Party leader Balendra (Balen) Shah, CPN-UML Secretary Mahesh Basnet, Shram Sanskriti Party Chair Harka Sampang and Kamal Bhusal alias Dr Nicholas Bhusal. Nepal 28 Jan, 2026
Westerly Low Brings Rain and Snowfall to Western Nepal; System Shifts East Westerly Low Brings Rain and Snowfall to Western Nepal; System Shifts East A westerly low-pressure system that entered western Nepal this evening has triggered rainfall and snowfall across the region. A westerly low-pressure system that entered western Nepal this evening has triggered rainfall and snowfall across the region. Nepal 27 Jan, 2026
Asian Highway construction project sees 35 per cent progress in two years Asian Highway construction project sees 35 per cent progress in two years The project aims to enhance regional connectivity by linking multiple Asian countries through an integrated road network. The project aims to enhance regional connectivity by linking multiple Asian countries through an integrated road network. Nepal 27 Jan, 2026
Former UN Resident Coordinator to Nepal Hanaa Singer-Hamdy appointed UN Resident Coordinator in Mali Former UN Resident Coordinator to Nepal Hanaa Singer-Hamdy appointed UN Resident... Former United Nations Resident Coordinator to Nepal, Hanaa Singer-Hamdy of Egypt, has been appointed as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Mali by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, effective January 24, with the approval of the host government. She will also serve as the Humanitarian Coordinator. Former United Nations Resident Coordinator to Nepal, Hanaa Singer-Hamdy of Egypt, has been appointed as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Mali by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, effective January 24, with the approval of the host government. She will also serve as the Humanitarian Coordinator. Nepal 27 Jan, 2026
NHRC urges against hate speech ahead of elections NHRC urges against hate speech ahead of elections The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged political leaders, candidates, and the public to refrain from hate speech, warning that such statements could undermine public security and disrupt the upcoming House of Representatives election on Falgun 21. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged political leaders, candidates, and the public to refrain from hate speech, warning that such statements could undermine public security and disrupt the upcoming House of Representatives election on Falgun 21. Nepal 27 Jan, 2026
JICA Volunteers: Cultivating change at Nepal's grassroots level JICA Volunteers: Cultivating change at Nepal's grassroots level Honoka Tanimoto moves between rows of students at Shree Ramrekha Basic School in Baglung, guiding their hands across computer keyboards as they practice typing. For many children from economically disadvantaged families, this is their first sustained exposure to digital technology—an experience Tanimoto is determined to make meaningful despite limited school resources. Honoka Tanimoto moves between rows of students at Shree Ramrekha Basic School in Baglung, guiding their hands across computer keyboards as they practice typing. For many children from economically disadvantaged families, this is their first sustained exposure to digital technology—an experience Tanimoto is determined to make meaningful despite limited school resources. Nepal 26 Jan, 2026
Development must respect religious sites, cultural heritage: PM Karki Development must respect religious sites, cultural heritage: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki has directed authorities to ensure development projects, including road infrastructure, do not harm religious beliefs and cultural heritage sites. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has directed authorities to ensure development projects, including road infrastructure, do not harm religious beliefs and cultural heritage sites. Nepal 27 Jan, 2026
Home Ministry urges dignified use of national flag, warns of legal action for misuse Home Ministry urges dignified use of national flag, warns of legal action for misuse The Ministry of Home Affairs has urged the public to use Nepal’s national flag in a dignified and respectful manner, warning that legal action will be taken against any misuse in violation of existing laws and procedures. The Ministry of Home Affairs has urged the public to use Nepal’s national flag in a dignified and respectful manner, warning that legal action will be taken against any misuse in violation of existing laws and procedures. Nepal 27 Jan, 2026
Joint Election Operation Centre begins operations Joint Election Operation Centre begins operations With 38 days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections, the Election Commission (EC) has brought the Joint Election Operation Centre into operation to address election-related issues promptly. With 38 days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections, the Election Commission (EC) has brought the Joint Election Operation Centre into operation to address election-related issues promptly. Nepal 26 Jan, 2026
NA Elections: NC's Shahi and Rakhal of UML win in Karnali Province NA Elections: NC's Shahi and Rakhal of UML win in Karnali Province Candidates from the Nepali Congress (NC) and CPN (UML) emerged victorious in the National Assembly elections held on Sunday in Karnali Province. Candidates from the Nepali Congress (NC) and CPN (UML) emerged victorious in the National Assembly elections held on Sunday in Karnali Province. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
UML and NC candidates sweep Koshi Province NA seats UML and NC candidates sweep Koshi Province NA seats In the Khas Arya category, Sunil Bahadur Thapa of the Nepali Congress was elected unopposed. In the Khas Arya category, Sunil Bahadur Thapa of the Nepali Congress was elected unopposed. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
NC and UML candidates sweep Lumbini Province NA elections NC and UML candidates sweep Lumbini Province NA elections Candidates from the Nepali Congress and CPN (UML) emerged victorious in Lumbini Province during the National Assembly (NA) elections held on Sunday. Candidates from the Nepali Congress and CPN (UML) emerged victorious in Lumbini Province during the National Assembly (NA) elections held on Sunday. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
NA election records 95.68% turnout nationwide NA election records 95.68% turnout nationwide In total, 1,924 votes were cast out of 2,011 eligible voters nationwide, the EC reported. In total, 1,924 votes were cast out of 2,011 eligible voters nationwide, the EC reported. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
CIB arrests six mountain rescue operators in multi-million dollar 'fake rescue' scam CIB arrests six mountain rescue operators in multi-million dollar 'fake rescue' scam In a major crackdown on organized tourism fraud, the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has arrested six high-profile operators of travel and mountain rescue agencies on the charges of orchestrating a large-scale “fake rescue” scam that allegedly defrauded international insurance companies of more than US$19.65 million. In a major crackdown on organized tourism fraud, the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has arrested six high-profile operators of travel and mountain rescue agencies on the charges of orchestrating a large-scale “fake rescue” scam that allegedly defrauded international insurance companies of more than US$19.65 million. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
Bhote community members in Bajura likely to miss HoR polls Bhote community members in Bajura likely to miss HoR polls A large number of voters from the Bhote indigenous community are likely to be unable to cast their ballots in the upcoming House of Representatives election in Bajura, scheduled for March 5, due to seasonal migration. A large number of voters from the Bhote indigenous community are likely to be unable to cast their ballots in the upcoming House of Representatives election in Bajura, scheduled for March 5, due to seasonal migration. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
South Korean trekker reported missing after Everest region trek South Korean trekker reported missing after Everest region trek A South Korean national has been reported missing after trekking in the Everest (Khumbu) region, according to information provided by the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN). A South Korean national has been reported missing after trekking in the Everest (Khumbu) region, according to information provided by the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN). Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
Nepal Services disrupted in Budhiganga Municipality as seven employees suspended Service delivery at Budhiganga Municipality in Bajura has come to a standstill after seven employees were suspended in connection with a corruption case related to the construction of the municipal administrative building.
Nepal President Paudel, Japanese PM Takaichi hold talks in Tokyo Prime Minister of Japan Sanae Takaichi held a meeting with President of Nepal Ramchandra Paudel in Tokyo on Tuesday evening during the latter’s official working visit to Japan.
Health HPV vaccination campaign against cervical cancer begins nationwide The Child Health and Immunization Service Section under the Family Welfare Division of the Ministry of Health and Population has announced the launch of a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign to prevent cervical cancer.
Nepal One dead, three injured in Sarlahi car accident One person was killed and three others injured when a car met with an accident in Banke Jungle of Sarlahi along the East–West Highway early Wednesday morning.
Nepal PM initiates steps to address health insurance concerns Prime Minister Sushila Karki has initiated efforts to address growing public concerns related to the health insurance scheme.
Nepal More women than men in PR closed list for HoR elections With 29 days remaining until the House of Representatives (HoR) elections, political parties have submitted closed lists for the proportional representation (PR) system showing a higher number of women candidates than men.
Business Gold up Rs 14,400 per tola, silver gains Rs 265 Gold price in the domestic market rebounded strongly on Wednesday after days of decline, rising by Rs 14,400 per tola.
Environment Fog in Terai, light snowfall possible in high hills Fog and mist are likely in parts of the Terai region today, while high hilly and Himalayan areas of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces will remain generally cloudy, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD).
Nepal Interim government withdraws contentious Social Media Bill 2025 The interim government has decided to withdraw one of the most contentious bills proposed by the previous KP Sharma Oli administration, the Social Media Act Bill 2025
