CCTV installation begins in public vehicles across Kathmandu valley CCTV installation begins in public vehicles across Kathmandu valley A campaign to install CCTV cameras in public vehicles across the Kathmandu Valley was launched today. A campaign to install CCTV cameras in public vehicles across the Kathmandu Valley was launched today. Nepal 21 Jan, 2026
HoR polls: 56 women candidates in Lumbini Province, none in Rolpa HoR polls: 56 women candidates in Lumbini Province, none in Rolpa A total of 56 women have filed their nominations in Lumbini Province for the upcoming election to the House of Representatives scheduled for February 21. A total of 56 women have filed their nominations in Lumbini Province for the upcoming election to the House of Representatives scheduled for February 21. Nepal 21 Jan, 2026
HoR election: 3,486 candidates register nominations nationwide HoR election: 3,486 candidates register nominations nationwide A total of 3,486 candidates have filed their nominations in 165 constituencies across the country for the March 5 election to the House of Representatives (HoR), according to the Election Commission. A total of 3,486 candidates have filed their nominations in 165 constituencies across the country for the March 5 election to the House of Representatives (HoR), according to the Election Commission. Nepal 21 Jan, 2026
EC launches call centre ahead of March 5 elections EC launches call centre ahead of March 5 elections The Election Commission (EC) has launched a call centre to provide election-related information ahead of the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. The Election Commission (EC) has launched a call centre to provide election-related information ahead of the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. Nepal 21 Jan, 2026
HoR election: PM Karki expresses gratitude to parties, candidates HoR election: PM Karki expresses gratitude to parties, candidates PM Karki appealed to all Nepali citizens to participate actively in the HoR election to promote sustainable democracy and political stability. PM Karki appealed to all Nepali citizens to participate actively in the HoR election to promote sustainable democracy and political stability. Nepal 20 Jan, 2026
Waterbird census records 42 species in Narayani River area Waterbird census records 42 species in Narayani River area The waterbird census conducted this year indicates the presence of 42 bird species in the Narayani River area. The waterbird census conducted this year indicates the presence of 42 bird species in the Narayani River area. Nepal 20 Jan, 2026
Mahabir Pun files nomination from Myagdi–1 for HoR elections Mahabir Pun files nomination from Myagdi–1 for HoR elections Pun approached the Beni-based Office of the Chief Election Officer today to file his nomination, becoming the first candidate to do so in the constituency. Pun approached the Beni-based Office of the Chief Election Officer today to file his nomination, becoming the first candidate to do so in the constituency. Nepal 20 Jan, 2026
Rabi Lamichhane files nomination from Chitwan–2 Rabi Lamichhane files nomination from Chitwan–2 The district, which comprises three constituencies, has 442,082 registered voters on its electoral roll. The district, which comprises three constituencies, has 442,082 registered voters on its electoral roll. Nepal 20 Jan, 2026
Former PM Oli files nomination from Jhapa–5 Former PM Oli files nomination from Jhapa–5 Speaking to the media after filing his nomination at the Office of the Election Officer on Tuesday, Oli said he has no “competitor” in the election. Speaking to the media after filing his nomination at the Office of the Election Officer on Tuesday, Oli said he has no “competitor” in the election. Nepal 20 Jan, 2026
2,925 candidates file nominations for HoR elections 2,925 candidates file nominations for HoR elections Mustang recorded the lowest number of candidates, with only four nominations filed. Mustang recorded the lowest number of candidates, with only four nominations filed. Nepal 20 Jan, 2026
MV Dugar Group conducts blood donation programme, plants saplings MV Dugar Group conducts blood donation programme, plants saplings The MV Dugar Group has planted more than 100,000 saplings of various species across different parts of the country over the past five years as part of its long-term commitment to environmental conservation, according to a press release. The MV Dugar Group has planted more than 100,000 saplings of various species across different parts of the country over the past five years as part of its long-term commitment to environmental conservation, according to a press release. Nepal 20 Jan, 2026
Balen assures to bolster federalism in his first address in Janakpur Balen assures to bolster federalism in his first address in Janakpur Senior leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party and former mayor of the Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Balendra (Balen) Shah — who is often seemed in a Dhaka Topi and a black outfit, donned a white kurta-suruwal with a black cap and waistcoat this morning in Janakpur. Senior leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party and former mayor of the Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Balendra (Balen) Shah — who is often seemed in a Dhaka Topi and a black outfit, donned a white kurta-suruwal with a black cap and waistcoat this morning in Janakpur. Nepal 20 Jan, 2026
UML will contest election, says Chair Oli UML will contest election, says Chair Oli Speaking to the media at Chandragadhi Airport, the former Prime Minister also urged the government to ensure that the election is conducted in a peaceful and impartial environment. Speaking to the media at Chandragadhi Airport, the former Prime Minister also urged the government to ensure that the election is conducted in a peaceful and impartial environment. Nepal 19 Jan, 2026
March 5 HoR elections: Preparations for filing of nomination papers completed March 5 HoR elections: Preparations for filing of nomination papers completed Preparations for filing nomination papers for the March 5 election to the House of Representatives have been completed. Preparations for filing nomination papers for the March 5 election to the House of Representatives have been completed. Nepal 19 Jan, 2026
EC calls candidates to file FPTP nominations on January 20 EC calls candidates to file FPTP nominations on January 20 The Election Commission has asked candidates contesting under the first-past-the-post (FPTP) system to appear at the Office of the Returning Officer in their respective constituencies on January 20 to file nomination papers for the March 5 House of Representatives election. The Election Commission has asked candidates contesting under the first-past-the-post (FPTP) system to appear at the Office of the Returning Officer in their respective constituencies on January 20 to file nomination papers for the March 5 House of Representatives election. Nepal 19 Jan, 2026
Election Code of Conduct comes into force ahead of March 5 HoR polls Election Code of Conduct comes into force ahead of March 5 HoR polls The Election Code of Conduct–2082 for the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) election came into effect from midnight on Sunday, 45 days ahead of the polls. The Election Code of Conduct–2082 for the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) election came into effect from midnight on Sunday, 45 days ahead of the polls. Nepal 19 Jan, 2026
Sonam Lhosar being celebrated today Sonam Lhosar being celebrated today The Tamang community is celebrating Sonam Lhosar, the Tamang New Year, across the country today with various cultural and religious programmes. The Tamang community is celebrating Sonam Lhosar, the Tamang New Year, across the country today with various cultural and religious programmes. Nepal 19 Jan, 2026
Five Killed, 13 Injured in Dharan Road Accident Five Killed, 13 Injured in Dharan Road Accident The injured are currently receiving treatment at the BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences in Dharan. The injured are currently receiving treatment at the BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences in Dharan. Nepal 18 Jan, 2026
Cabinet Approves Grant for Human–Tiger Interface Project Cabinet Approves Grant for Human–Tiger Interface Project The government has decided to accept a grant equivalent to 3.6 million US dollars for a project aimed at managing the human–tiger interface. The government has decided to accept a grant equivalent to 3.6 million US dollars for a project aimed at managing the human–tiger interface. Nepal 18 Jan, 2026
One killed, another critically injured in Rautahat bike accident One killed, another critically injured in Rautahat bike accident One person was killed and another critically injured after a motorcycle accident at Kachhuwa Bridge in Durga Bhagwati Rural Municipality of Rautahat district on Saturday evening. One person was killed and another critically injured after a motorcycle accident at Kachhuwa Bridge in Durga Bhagwati Rural Municipality of Rautahat district on Saturday evening. Nepal 18 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
