From mayoral contender to MP: Ranju Darshana wins Kathmandu-1 From mayoral contender to MP: Ranju Darshana wins Kathmandu-1 Voting in Kathmandu-1 has been finished. The proportional system vote counting will now start in a few minutes. Voting in Kathmandu-1 has been finished. The proportional system vote counting will now start in a few minutes. Kathmandu 06 Mar, 2026
RSP's Ranju Darshana wins Kathmandu-1 seat RSP's Ranju Darshana wins Kathmandu-1 seat Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate Ranju Darshana has secured victory in Kathmandu Constituency-1, marking the party’s first win in the constituency. Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate Ranju Darshana has secured victory in Kathmandu Constituency-1, marking the party’s first win in the constituency. Kathmandu 06 Mar, 2026
RSP's Ranju Darshana leads in Kathmandu-1 RSP's Ranju Darshana leads in Kathmandu-1 Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate Ranju Darshana is leading the vote count in Kathmandu Constituency-1, according to the Office of the Chief Returning Officer. Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) candidate Ranju Darshana is leading the vote count in Kathmandu Constituency-1, according to the Office of the Chief Returning Officer. Kathmandu 06 Mar, 2026
RSP leads in Kathmandu Constituencies 6, 7, 8, and 10 RSP leads in Kathmandu Constituencies 6, 7, 8, and 10 The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is leading the initial vote tallies in various constituencies in Kathmandu. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is leading the initial vote tallies in various constituencies in Kathmandu. Kathmandu 06 Mar, 2026
Nepali Army helicopters ferry ballot boxes from remote areas Nepali Army helicopters ferry ballot boxes from remote areas The helicopters stationed for poll security will now be used to transport ballot boxes. The helicopters stationed for poll security will now be used to transport ballot boxes. Kathmandu 05 Mar, 2026
Election strengthened democratic system, Coordinator Prachanda says Election strengthened democratic system, Coordinator Prachanda says Coordinator of Nepali Communist Party (NCP) Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has said that the citizens' active participation in the House of Representatives (HoR) elections, utmost restraint and trust towards the federal democratic republic has further strengthened our system. Coordinator of Nepali Communist Party (NCP) Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has said that the citizens' active participation in the House of Representatives (HoR) elections, utmost restraint and trust towards the federal democratic republic has further strengthened our system. Kathmandu 05 Mar, 2026
Vote counting in all 10 constituencies of Kathmandu to begin shortly Vote counting in all 10 constituencies of Kathmandu to begin shortly With the peaceful conduct of election to the House of Representatives (HoR) members, the vote counting process for all 10 constituencies in Kathmandu is beginning after a while. With the peaceful conduct of election to the House of Representatives (HoR) members, the vote counting process for all 10 constituencies in Kathmandu is beginning after a while. Kathmandu 05 Mar, 2026
Supreme Court to remain open during election holidays Supreme Court to remain open during election holidays The Supreme Court will remain open during the three-day election holiday declared by the government beginning March 4. The Supreme Court will remain open during the three-day election holiday declared by the government beginning March 4. Kathmandu 03 Mar, 2026
Man arrested in Bhaktapur with illegal firearms Man arrested in Bhaktapur with illegal firearms A man was arrested with illegal firearms in Sipadole of Suryabinayak Municipality–8 on Tuesday. A man was arrested with illegal firearms in Sipadole of Suryabinayak Municipality–8 on Tuesday. Kathmandu 03 Mar, 2026
15 killed in road accidents nationwide; One dies in Kathmandu tipper crash 15 killed in road accidents nationwide; One dies in Kathmandu tipper crash At least 15 people were killed in separate road accidents reported across various parts of the country on Monday, according to the Central Police News Room. At least 15 people were killed in separate road accidents reported across various parts of the country on Monday, according to the Central Police News Room. Kathmandu 03 Mar, 2026
Prez Paudel says HoR Elections will boost nation's progress and democracy Prez Paudel says HoR Elections will boost nation's progress and democracy President Paudel expressed confidence that the upcoming HoR elections will strengthen the credibility and maturity of Nepal’s democratic process. President Paudel expressed confidence that the upcoming HoR elections will strengthen the credibility and maturity of Nepal’s democratic process. Kathmandu 02 Mar, 2026
NHRC urges adherence to election code of conduct NHRC urges adherence to election code of conduct Issuing a statement on Sunday, NHRC Spokesperson Dr Tikaram Pokharel urged the government and all concerned authorities to ensure that the HoR election remains human rights–friendly. Issuing a statement on Sunday, NHRC Spokesperson Dr Tikaram Pokharel urged the government and all concerned authorities to ensure that the HoR election remains human rights–friendly. Kathmandu 01 Mar, 2026
DHEA to arrange for food and accommodation of stranded passengers at TIA DHEA to arrange for food and accommodation of stranded passengers at TIA The Democratic Hotel Entrepreneurs Association (DHEA) has said that it will provide food and accommodation to the passengers stranded at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) following the suspension of flights to various destinations in the Middle East in the aftermath of tensions rising in the region. The Democratic Hotel Entrepreneurs Association (DHEA) has said that it will provide food and accommodation to the passengers stranded at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) following the suspension of flights to various destinations in the Middle East in the aftermath of tensions rising in the region. Kathmandu 01 Mar, 2026
General public urged not to be misled on poultry myths on World Protein Day 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. 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. Kathmandu 28 Feb, 2026
NC committed to eradicating corruption, says Thapa 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. President of the Nepali Congress (NC), Gagan Kumar Thapa, has emphasized that his party is committed to eradicating corruption and ensuring good governance. Kathmandu 27 Feb, 2026
Home Minister Aryal assures free, fair and peaceful HoR polls Home Minister Aryal assures free, fair and peaceful HoR polls Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has reiterated the government’s commitment to conducting the HoR election in a free, fair, and peaceful environment. Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has reiterated the government’s commitment to conducting the HoR election in a free, fair, and peaceful environment. Kathmandu 27 Feb, 2026
Kathmandu DAO sets deadline for licensed arms submission Kathmandu DAO sets deadline for licensed arms submission The District Administration Office Kathmandu has issued a renewed notice directing individuals to deposit their licensed firearms at the nearest police office in view of the upcoming House of Representatives election. The District Administration Office Kathmandu has issued a renewed notice directing individuals to deposit their licensed firearms at the nearest police office in view of the upcoming House of Representatives election. Kathmandu 27 Feb, 2026
Kathmandu DAO urges disciplined Holi celebrations amid election code Kathmandu DAO urges disciplined Holi celebrations amid election code The District Administration Office Kathmandu has urged the public to celebrate Holi in a disciplined and peaceful manner, warning against activities that could disrupt public order or violate the election code of conduct. The District Administration Office Kathmandu has urged the public to celebrate Holi in a disciplined and peaceful manner, warning against activities that could disrupt public order or violate the election code of conduct. Kathmandu 27 Feb, 2026
Japan Foundation exhibition "Tokyo Before/After" opens in Kathmandu Japan Foundation exhibition "Tokyo Before/After" opens in Kathmandu The Embassy of Japan and the Japan Foundation are set to host a travelling exhibition titled “Tokyo Before/After” in Kathmandu from February 28 to March 18. The Embassy of Japan and the Japan Foundation are set to host a travelling exhibition titled “Tokyo Before/After” in Kathmandu from February 28 to March 18. Kathmandu 27 Feb, 2026
Nepal Police, Freedom Studio unveil mural to promote police–citizen relations Nepal Police, Freedom Studio unveil mural to promote police–citizen relations In collaboration with Nepal Police, Freedom Studio has completed a mural on the outer wall of the Nepal Police Headquarters in Naxal, Kathmandu, aimed at strengthening police–citizen relations and promoting community engagement. In collaboration with Nepal Police, Freedom Studio has completed a mural on the outer wall of the Nepal Police Headquarters in Naxal, Kathmandu, aimed at strengthening police–citizen relations and promoting community engagement. Kathmandu 26 Feb, 2026
Nepal PMO warns against misuse of its name after ward secretary threatened The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers has issued a stern warning after an individual used the PMO's name to threaten a ward secretary in Dailekh district, directing security and investigative agencies to take immediate legal action against the perpetrator.
Nepal Three workers killed, two injured in Sarlahi brick kiln wall collapse Three workers were killed and two others seriously injured after a brick kiln wall collapsed in Haripur Municipality–5, Majurwa, in Sarlahi district on Friday evening.
Health A new Ebola outbreak is confirmed in a remote Congo province, with 65 deaths recorded Africa’s top public health body on Friday confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Congo’s remote Ituri province, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths recorded so far.
Health Madhesh Province sees growing HIV cases, including vulnerable groups The number of HIV/AIDS patients is increasing in Madhesh Province, with infections also reported among children and pregnant women, according to health authorities.
Wild animal attacks result loss of 239 livestock in Mustang Over the last four years, wild animal attacks have caused the loss of 239 livestock across three municipalities in the Mustang district.
Nepal Badimalika sees rise in visitors, but infrastructure gaps persist Visitor numbers to the religious and scenic site of Badimalika in Bajura have increased in recent months amid rising publicity and public discussion.
Kathmandu British Council calls for language-responsive education systems The British Council has launched a new global position paper calling for language-responsive education systems that reflect learners’ linguistic realities and promote inclusive and equitable education.
Kathmandu Korean Embassy hands over language textbooks to Nepali schools The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal has handed over Korean language textbooks to support school-level language learning in Nepal.
Nepal Nepal, Thailand discuss stronger cooperation against cybercrime and trafficking Nepal and Thailand have discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation to combat transnational crimes, including human trafficking, cybercrime, smuggling and online scamming.
