Mahabir Pun elected to HoR from Myagdi-1 as independent candidate Mahabir Pun elected to HoR from Myagdi-1 as independent candidate Independent candidate Mahabir Pun has been elected to the House of Representatives from Myagdi-1. Independent candidate Mahabir Pun has been elected to the House of Representatives from Myagdi-1. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
RSP president Lamichhane wins Chitwan-2 with wide margin for third time RSP president Lamichhane wins Chitwan-2 with wide margin for third time Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) President Rabi Lamichhane has won the House of Representatives election in Chitwan Constituency-2 for the third time by a large margin. Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) President Rabi Lamichhane has won the House of Representatives election in Chitwan Constituency-2 for the third time by a large margin. Nepal 07 Mar, 2026
Ballot papers in three mountainous districts remain to be transported Ballot papers in three mountainous districts remain to be transported Among the 15 mountainous districts, transportation of ballot papers remains pending in three districts-Sankhuwasabha, Dolpa and Gorkha, said the Election Commission (EC). Among the 15 mountainous districts, transportation of ballot papers remains pending in three districts-Sankhuwasabha, Dolpa and Gorkha, said the Election Commission (EC). Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
Balendra Shah far ahead in Jhapa-5 as RSP leads in all five Jhapa constituencies Balendra Shah far ahead in Jhapa-5 as RSP leads in all five Jhapa constituencies Candidates of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have taken early leads in all five constituencies of Jhapa in the ongoing vote count for the House of Representatives election, with Balendra Shah emerging as the frontrunner in Jhapa Constituency-5. Candidates of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) have taken early leads in all five constituencies of Jhapa in the ongoing vote count for the House of Representatives election, with Balendra Shah emerging as the frontrunner in Jhapa Constituency-5. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
RSP leads in all three Chitwan constituencies RSP leads in all three Chitwan constituencies The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has maintained a lead in all three Chitwan constituencies until 4:00pm. RSP President Rabi Lamichhane leads by a large margin in constituency-2. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has maintained a lead in all three Chitwan constituencies until 4:00pm. RSP President Rabi Lamichhane leads by a large margin in constituency-2. Nepal 06 Mar, 2026
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
Nepal Education Minister Pokharel credits governance push as study leave recovery crosses Rs 104 million Minister for Education and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel, has said that its push for good governance, accountability and institutional discipline in higher education has led to significant progress in recovering funds from Tribhuvan University (TU) teachers who misused study leave facilities.
Nepal Seven injured as ambulance, mini-truck collide in Tanahun Seven people were injured in a mini-truck and ambulance collision incident that took place at Manahari of Myagde Rural Municipality-6 in Tanahun district along the Prithivi Highway this morning.
Nepal APF seizes 774 electric vehicles over suspected customs, tax irregularities in Mustang The Armed Police Force (APF) has seized 774 BYD electric vehicles imported through the Korala border point in Mustang on suspicion of customs and tax-related irregularities.
Environment Scorching heat grips Tarai as rain, thunderstorms likely in hills Sweltering heat is expected to continue across the Tarai today, while several hilly and Himalayan districts are likely to witness rain and thunderstorms, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).
Opinion Diplomacy is not surrender: Balen's border remarks are strategic Few issues evoke stronger emotions in Nepal than questions of sovereignty and territory.
Nepal Left to die on Everest, he crawled home anyway For seven days, Dawa Sherpa had nothing - no food, no bottled oxygen, no rescue team looking for him. Somewhere between the death zone and the Khumbu Icefall, the 52-year-old Sherpa guide from Okhaldhunga was alone on the world's highest mountain, fighting to stay alive.
Environment HCC summit endorses landmark action plan to save mountain environment The Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth Summit has adopted a Namche Action Plan 2026–2030 to save the mountain environment by addressing the adverse impact of the climate crisis.
Kathmandu Rs 140 million recovered from TU teachers over misuse of study leave Tribhuvan University (TU) has recovered more than Rs 140 million from teachers accused of misusing study leave and failing to return to service after completing their studies.
Kathmandu JICA signs additional ¥5.7 billion loan for Nagdhunga Tunnel project The Government of Japan has extended an additional concessional loan assistance of 5.7 billion Japanese Yen for the Nagdhunga Tunnel Construction Project, taking the total Japanese support for the project to over 22 billion Yen.
