RSP's Sudhan Gurung wins Gorkha-1 with near-double the votes of nearest rival RSP's Sudhan Gurung wins Gorkha-1 with near-double the votes of nearest rival Sudhan Gurung of the Rastriya Swatantra Party has won the House of Representatives seat from Gorkha Constituency-1 in Gandaki Province, securing 29,896 votes — nearly double the tally of his closest competitor. Sudhan Gurung of the Rastriya Swatantra Party has won the House of Representatives seat from Gorkha Constituency-1 in Gandaki Province, securing 29,896 votes — nearly double the tally of his closest competitor. Nepal 09 Mar, 2026
Dr Wagle's journey from policy to politics Dr Wagle's journey from policy to politics Dr Swarnim Wagle is a well-known figure in Nepal's public policy and economy. Economist, and policy and planning expert Dr Wagle has embarked on active politics for some years. Dr Swarnim Wagle is a well-known figure in Nepal's public policy and economy. Economist, and policy and planning expert Dr Wagle has embarked on active politics for some years. Nepal 09 Mar, 2026
RSP candidates emerge victorious in 21 out of 26 constituencies of Lumbini province RSP candidates emerge victorious in 21 out of 26 constituencies of Lumbini province Candidates from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have emerged winner in 21 out of 26 electoral constituencies of the Lumbini province having 12 districts. Candidates from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have emerged winner in 21 out of 26 electoral constituencies of the Lumbini province having 12 districts. Nepal 09 Mar, 2026
NC's Shahi elected HoR member from Mugu NC's Shahi elected HoR member from Mugu Shahi previously served as the district president of the Nepali Congress in Mugu. Shahi previously served as the district president of the Nepali Congress in Mugu. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
Over 6,000 votes invalid in two Tanahu constituencies Over 6,000 votes invalid in two Tanahu constituencies A total of 6,252 votes were invalidated in both constituencies. A total of 6,252 votes were invalidated in both constituencies. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
RSP wins all five constituencies in Kailali RSP wins all five constituencies in Kailali The final results of vote counting from all five constituencies in Kailali district under the election to the House of Representatives (HoR) have been published. The final results of vote counting from all five constituencies in Kailali district under the election to the House of Representatives (HoR) have been published. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
RSP wins 119 direct seats as landslide nears its final shape RSP wins 119 direct seats as landslide nears its final shape The Rastriya Swatantra Party has won 119 direct seats and leads in 6 more from 164 of 165 constituencies reported so far, according to the latest figures from the Election Commission of Nepal, as the country's most dramatic electoral landslide moves toward its final count. The Rastriya Swatantra Party has won 119 direct seats and leads in 6 more from 164 of 165 constituencies reported so far, according to the latest figures from the Election Commission of Nepal, as the country's most dramatic electoral landslide moves toward its final count. Nepal 08 Mar, 2026
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
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.
