Two more arrested in fake rescue scam Two more arrested in fake rescue scam Nepal Police arrested two more people for their alleged involvement in conducting a fake rescue operation in the mountaineering sector. Nepal Police arrested two more people for their alleged involvement in conducting a fake rescue operation in the mountaineering sector. Kathmandu 25 Feb, 2026
SCAEF Nepal launches Primavera P6 Training to strengthen project management capacity SCAEF Nepal launches Primavera P6 Training to strengthen project management capacity The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms Nepal (SCAEF Nepal) has launched a four-day Primavera P6 Intermediate Training programme aimed at strengthening project management capacity in Nepal’s consulting and construction sectors. The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms Nepal (SCAEF Nepal) has launched a four-day Primavera P6 Intermediate Training programme aimed at strengthening project management capacity in Nepal’s consulting and construction sectors. Kathmandu 25 Feb, 2026
LCCI Global Qualifications conclude cultural and student exchange program LCCI Global Qualifications conclude cultural and student exchange program LCCI Global Qualifications has successfully concluded a cultural and student mobility program in Nepal for the business management students of Forth Valley College, Scotland. The program took place from January 31 to February 17. LCCI Global Qualifications has successfully concluded a cultural and student mobility program in Nepal for the business management students of Forth Valley College, Scotland. The program took place from January 31 to February 17. Kathmandu 24 Feb, 2026
Nepal Police launches AI Cell to tackle digital threats and disinformation Nepal Police launches AI Cell to tackle digital threats and disinformation Minister Aryal expressed confidence that the AI Cell would play a pivotal role in curbing untoward activities perpetrated through social media platforms. Minister Aryal expressed confidence that the AI Cell would play a pivotal role in curbing untoward activities perpetrated through social media platforms. Kathmandu 23 Feb, 2026
KP Sharma Oli calls for free, fair and intimidation-free elections KP Sharma Oli calls for free, fair and intimidation-free elections Addressing the announcement assembly of the party’s National ‘Volunteer Force’ Koshi Province Committee in Damak today, Addressing the announcement assembly of the party’s National ‘Volunteer Force’ Koshi Province Committee in Damak today, Kathmandu 23 Feb, 2026
HoR election: EC urges govt to declare three-day holiday HoR election: EC urges govt to declare three-day holiday The Commission has urged the government to grant public holidays from March 4 to 6. The Commission has urged the government to grant public holidays from March 4 to 6. Kathmandu 22 Feb, 2026
Acting CEC Bhandari urges all not to go by rumours over uncertainty of election Acting CEC Bhandari urges all not to go by rumours over uncertainty of election Acting Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Ram Prasad Bhandari has appealed everyone to ignore the rumours being spread by some individuals that election to the House of Representatives will not be held on March 5. Acting Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Ram Prasad Bhandari has appealed everyone to ignore the rumours being spread by some individuals that election to the House of Representatives will not be held on March 5. Kathmandu 22 Feb, 2026
Kathmandu's air pollution level declining Kathmandu's air pollution level declining Currently, Lahore in Pakistan tops the list with an AQI of 373, followed by Kolkata, India, at 186. Currently, Lahore in Pakistan tops the list with an AQI of 373, followed by Kolkata, India, at 186. Kathmandu 20 Feb, 2026
Three Indian nationals arrested from TIA with over 11 kg of cannabis Three Indian nationals arrested from TIA with over 11 kg of cannabis Police today arrested three Indian nationals from the arrival tunnel gate of Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in possession of 11.27 kilogrammes of illegal cannabis. Police today arrested three Indian nationals from the arrival tunnel gate of Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in possession of 11.27 kilogrammes of illegal cannabis. Kathmandu 20 Feb, 2026
Aryal expresses confidence in secure and timely HoR elections Aryal expresses confidence in secure and timely HoR elections Addressing a meeting of the Central Security Committee today, Minister Aryal said the elections would be conducted in a robust and secure environment. Addressing a meeting of the Central Security Committee today, Minister Aryal said the elections would be conducted in a robust and secure environment. Kathmandu 19 Feb, 2026
Durga Prasai detention extended for four days Durga Prasai detention extended for four days Earlier, he was taken into custody from Dakshinkali while en route to Birgunj, though he was released subsequently. Earlier, he was taken into custody from Dakshinkali while en route to Birgunj, though he was released subsequently. Kathmandu 17 Feb, 2026
Driver Remanded for Assaulting Pedestrian in Broad Daylight, Police Say Driver Remanded for Assaulting Pedestrian in Broad Daylight, Police Say A car driver seen in a viral video assaulting a pedestrian in the middle of the road has been arrested by police. A car driver seen in a viral video assaulting a pedestrian in the middle of the road has been arrested by police. Kathmandu 17 Feb, 2026
With polls near, NHRC seeks stronger safeguards for voters, candidates With polls near, NHRC seeks stronger safeguards for voters, candidates The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the Government to ensure adequate logistical and security arrangements for the House of Representatives member election scheduled for March 5, following concerns over shortages of essential materials. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the Government to ensure adequate logistical and security arrangements for the House of Representatives member election scheduled for March 5, following concerns over shortages of essential materials. Kathmandu 17 Feb, 2026
Elections must be policy-driven, says Acting CEC Bhandari Elections must be policy-driven, says Acting CEC Bhandari Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has stated that elections should be policy-driven rather than money-driven. Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has stated that elections should be policy-driven rather than money-driven. Kathmandu 16 Feb, 2026
17 days to HoR elections as formal campaigning begins today 17 days to HoR elections as formal campaigning begins today The EC has urged all stakeholders to conduct their campaigns while fully upholding the integrity and sanctity of the electoral process. The EC has urged all stakeholders to conduct their campaigns while fully upholding the integrity and sanctity of the electoral process. Kathmandu 16 Feb, 2026
EC reminds parties to conduct election campaigns until March 2 EC reminds parties to conduct election campaigns until March 2 Incitement to violence and the dissemination of hate speech are also strictly prohibited during the electioneering period. Incitement to violence and the dissemination of hate speech are also strictly prohibited during the electioneering period. Kathmandu 15 Feb, 2026
President observes Mahashivaratri and Army Day feu-de-joie in Tundikhel President observes Mahashivaratri and Army Day feu-de-joie in Tundikhel President Ramchandra Paudel today attended a special ceremony organized by the Nepali Army (NA), marking Mahashivaratri Festival and Army Day- 2082 BS. Today marks the 263rd Army Day. President Ramchandra Paudel today attended a special ceremony organized by the Nepali Army (NA), marking Mahashivaratri Festival and Army Day- 2082 BS. Today marks the 263rd Army Day. Kathmandu 15 Feb, 2026
CoAS Sigdel issues directive for peaceful conduct of HoR election CoAS Sigdel issues directive for peaceful conduct of HoR election Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Ashok Raj Sigdel has issued a special directive to ensure that the upcoming March 5 election to the House of Representatives be held in a peaceful manner. Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) Ashok Raj Sigdel has issued a special directive to ensure that the upcoming March 5 election to the House of Representatives be held in a peaceful manner. Kathmandu 14 Feb, 2026
NRB appoints Sahdev Chand as CISO amid digital transformation NRB appoints Sahdev Chand as CISO amid digital transformation NRB spokesperson Guru Prasad Paudel told the Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS) that Chand was appointed as CISO in accordance with the bank’s Cyber Security Policy, 2074. NRB spokesperson Guru Prasad Paudel told the Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS) that Chand was appointed as CISO in accordance with the bank’s Cyber Security Policy, 2074. Kathmandu 12 Feb, 2026
India hands over third tranche of election assistance to Nepal India hands over third tranche of election assistance to Nepal The Government of India on Thursday handed over the third tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal to support preparations for the upcoming elections. The Government of India on Thursday handed over the third tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal to support preparations for the upcoming elections. Kathmandu 12 Feb, 2026
Environment Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; heat to rise in Terai ​​​​​​​The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy weather in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and rising temperatures in the Terai.
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.
