RSP leads in 96 constituencies as HoR vote count progresses RSP leads in 96 constituencies as HoR vote count progresses The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has strengthened its position in the ongoing vote count for the House of Representatives elections, now leading in 96 constituencies, according to the latest update from the Election Commission of Nepal. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has strengthened its position in the ongoing vote count for the House of Representatives elections, now leading in 96 constituencies, according to the latest update from the Election Commission of Nepal. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
RSP extends lead to 81 constituencies in early HoR vote count RSP extends lead to 81 constituencies in early HoR vote count The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has further expanded its lead in the ongoing vote count for the House of Representatives elections, now leading in 81 constituencies, according to the latest update from the Election Commission of Nepal. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has further expanded its lead in the ongoing vote count for the House of Representatives elections, now leading in 81 constituencies, according to the latest update from the Election Commission of Nepal. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
Vote counting started in Manang Vote counting started in Manang Vote counting under the House of Representatives (HoR) Member election held on Thursday has begun in the Himalayan district of Manang. Vote counting under the House of Representatives (HoR) Member election held on Thursday has begun in the Himalayan district of Manang. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
NCP Coordinator Dahal continues to lead in votes in Rukum East NCP Coordinator Dahal continues to lead in votes in Rukum East Vote counting for the House of Representatives election in Rukum East is ongoing with Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', Coordinator of the Nepali Communist Party (NCP), continuing to maintain his lead. Vote counting for the House of Representatives election in Rukum East is ongoing with Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', Coordinator of the Nepali Communist Party (NCP), continuing to maintain his lead. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
RSP leads in five out of six constituencies in Morang district RSP leads in five out of six constituencies in Morang district Rastriya Swatantra Party candidates have led in five of Morang's six constituencies. In one constituency, the Shram Sanskriti Party's candidate leads. Rastriya Swatantra Party candidates have led in five of Morang's six constituencies. In one constituency, the Shram Sanskriti Party's candidate leads. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
Balen maintains consistent lead in Jhapa-5 Balen maintains consistent lead in Jhapa-5 Balendra (Balen) Shah, a senior Rastriya Swatantra Party leader, has a fourfold lead in Jhapa Constituency-5. Balen has held a consistent lead since the voting began. Balendra (Balen) Shah, a senior Rastriya Swatantra Party leader, has a fourfold lead in Jhapa Constituency-5. Balen has held a consistent lead since the voting began. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
RSP leads in 70 constituencies as Mahabir Pun tops in Myagdi-1 RSP leads in 70 constituencies as Mahabir Pun tops in Myagdi-1 The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) continues to dominate early results from the House of Representatives elections, securing 1 confirmed seat and leading in 70 constituencies across the country, according to the Election Commission’s latest update. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) continues to dominate early results from the House of Representatives elections, securing 1 confirmed seat and leading in 70 constituencies across the country, according to the Election Commission’s latest update. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
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
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.
