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In Pictures: Flight cancellations after tensions in Middle East

Passengers bound for the Middle East wait at Tribhuvan International Airport after flights were disrupted by regional airspace closures following escalating tensions and military strikes involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Nepal

Nepal Airlines cancels Dammam flights amid Middle East situation

Nepal Airlines has cancelled its scheduled Kathmandu–Dammam–Kathmandu flights for February 28 and March 1, citing the ongoing situation in the Middle East.

Opinion

Nepal's satellite achievements mask deeper issues

On January 12, 2026, Nine Nepali high school students watched their dreams dissolve into the Indian Ocean.

Nepal

Top leaders urge government to ensure safety of Nepalis in Middle East

In the wake of rising tensions in the Middle East, top leaders of Nepal's major political parties have urged the government to pay attention to safeguard the lives of Nepalis in the region.

Nepal

EC clarifies vehicle pass arrangements four days before HoR polls

With four days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission Nepal has clarified that vehicles carrying essential goods and services will not require permits to operate on polling day, March 5.

World

Iran's supreme leader killed in major attack by US and Israel

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a major attack by Israel and the United States, Iranian state media confirmed early Sunday, throwing the future of the Islamic Republic into doubt and raising the risk of regional instability.

Nepal

Govt issues advisory for Nepalis in Israel and Iran

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel and safety advisory for Nepali nationals residing in Israel and Iran, citing the evolving situation in the Middle East.

Dhanusha Constituency-3 electoral battle likely to revolve around RSP and NC

Balendra (Balen) Shah’s wave, rather the Rastriya Swatantra Party, has grown in favour in Janakpur, the capital of Madhes province. Santosh Raut, an e-rickshaw driver, stated that people are not having other ideas than ‘Ghanti’, which means ‘bell’, the election symbol of RSP. “However, there is likely to be competition between the Nepali Congress and RSP,” he said. “In my opinion, Ghanti is winning.”

Kathmandu

General public urged not to be misled on poultry myths on World Protein Day

Mayor of Madhyapur Thimi Municipality Surendra Shrestha has urged the public not to be misled by misconceptions regarding the use of antibiotics and hormones in the poultry sector, stating that scientific evidence has refuted such claims.

Nepal

1,061 complaints resolved with five days to HoR polls: EC

With five days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission Nepal has resolved 1,061 out of 1,076 complaints lodged for alleged violations of the election code of conduct.

Business

A forward-looking leader committed to strengthening Nepal's industrial and commercial foundations

Asheem Man Singh Basnyat, who is currently serving as the Managing Director of Pathao Nepal is contesting House of Representatives election from Kathmandu constituency-1.

Kathmandu

NC committed to eradicating corruption, says Thapa

President of the Nepali Congress (NC), Gagan Kumar Thapa, has emphasized that his party is committed to eradicating corruption and ensuring good governance.