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
Korean Ambassador Park attends IEEE ICTP 2026, KAIST GDI Workshop in Kathmandu Korean Ambassador Park attends IEEE ICTP 2026, KAIST GDI Workshop in Kathmandu Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nepal, Tae-young Park, attended the opening ceremony of the IEEE International Conference on ICT and Photonics (ICTP 2026) and the KAIST Global Digital Innovation & Impact (GDI) Workshop in Kathmandu on Wednesday. Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nepal, Tae-young Park, attended the opening ceremony of the IEEE International Conference on ICT and Photonics (ICTP 2026) and the KAIST Global Digital Innovation & Impact (GDI) Workshop in Kathmandu on Wednesday. Kathmandu 12 Feb, 2026
Japan Embassy marks National Day in Kathmandu Japan Embassy marks National Day in Kathmandu Japan celebrated its National Day on Tuesday with a reception attended by Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav and senior government officials, as Ambassador Maeda Toru reaffirmed Tokyo's commitment to deepening ties with Nepal. Japan celebrated its National Day on Tuesday with a reception attended by Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav and senior government officials, as Ambassador Maeda Toru reaffirmed Tokyo's commitment to deepening ties with Nepal. Kathmandu 12 Feb, 2026
HoR Polls: Over 15 Million Ballot Papers Printed for FPTP System HoR Polls: Over 15 Million Ballot Papers Printed for FPTP System According to the Election Commission (EC), the ballots cover 175 constituencies across 53 districts. According to the Election Commission (EC), the ballots cover 175 constituencies across 53 districts. Kathmandu 11 Feb, 2026
JICA marks 55 years of volunteer service in Nepal, calls for greater cross-agency collaboration JICA marks 55 years of volunteer service in Nepal, calls for greater cross-agency... The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) marked 55 years of its volunteer programme in Nepal amid calls for stronger collaboration among international volunteer agencies working in the country. The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) marked 55 years of its volunteer programme in Nepal amid calls for stronger collaboration among international volunteer agencies working in the country. Kathmandu 11 Feb, 2026
NC to unite all sectors for progress, says NC Prez Thapa NC to unite all sectors for progress, says NC Prez Thapa Nepali Congress (NC) President Gagan Thapa has announced that his party will unite all sections of society to steer the country toward progress. Nepali Congress (NC) President Gagan Thapa has announced that his party will unite all sections of society to steer the country toward progress. Kathmandu 10 Feb, 2026
UN Resident Coordinator presents credentials to PM Karki UN Resident Coordinator presents credentials to PM Karki United Nations Resident Coordinator in Nepal Lila Pieters Yahia formally presented her credentials to Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Monday, marking the start of her official mandate in the country. United Nations Resident Coordinator in Nepal Lila Pieters Yahia formally presented her credentials to Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Monday, marking the start of her official mandate in the country. Kathmandu 10 Feb, 2026
President Paudel receives Brigade of Gurkhas annual report President Paudel receives Brigade of Gurkhas annual report President Ram Chandra Paudel received the annual report of the Brigade of Gurkhas from Major General Gerald M Strickland, Colonel Commandant of the Brigade of Gurkhas, at the Office of the President, Shital Niwas, on Monday. President Ram Chandra Paudel received the annual report of the Brigade of Gurkhas from Major General Gerald M Strickland, Colonel Commandant of the Brigade of Gurkhas, at the Office of the President, Shital Niwas, on Monday. Kathmandu 10 Feb, 2026
Cabinet extends Inquiry Commission's tenure by 25 days Cabinet extends Inquiry Commission's tenure by 25 days A Cabinet meeting held on Monday extended the Commission’s term by 25 days, according to government spokesperson and Minister for Home Affairs, Om Prakash Aryal. A Cabinet meeting held on Monday extended the Commission’s term by 25 days, according to government spokesperson and Minister for Home Affairs, Om Prakash Aryal. Kathmandu 09 Feb, 2026
Over 10.9 million ballot papers printed for HoR FPTP elections: EC Over 10.9 million ballot papers printed for HoR FPTP elections: EC Printing of FPTP ballot papers began on January 6. Printing of FPTP ballot papers began on January 6. Kathmandu 08 Feb, 2026
HoR election: FPTP ballot paper printing completed in 60 constituencies HoR election: FPTP ballot paper printing completed in 60 constituencies EC has announced that the printing of ballot papers for the first-past-the-post (FPTP) category has been completed for 60 constituencies. EC has announced that the printing of ballot papers for the first-past-the-post (FPTP) category has been completed for 60 constituencies. Kathmandu 05 Feb, 2026
President Paudel returns home from Japan President Paudel returns home from Japan President Ramchandra Paudel returned home today after completing his official visit to Japan. President Ramchandra Paudel returned home today after completing his official visit to Japan. Kathmandu 04 Feb, 2026
PM Karki vows to resolve problems in health insurance scheme PM Karki vows to resolve problems in health insurance scheme PM Karki clarified that the health insurance programme should continue even if the government has to borrow funds or mobilize alternative resources. PM Karki clarified that the health insurance programme should continue even if the government has to borrow funds or mobilize alternative resources. Kathmandu 04 Feb, 2026
'All languages in Nepal are our assets,' says PM Karki 'All languages in Nepal are our assets,' says PM Karki PM Karki has said that all languages spoken in Nepal are national assets and that none should be allowed to become extinct. PM Karki has said that all languages spoken in Nepal are national assets and that none should be allowed to become extinct. Kathmandu 02 Feb, 2026
Health Ministry calls for caution, says Nipah Virus risk low in Nepal Health Ministry calls for caution, says Nipah Virus risk low in Nepal According to medical experts, consuming fruits contaminated with the saliva, urine, or faeces of bats infected with the Nipah virus can lead to infection. According to medical experts, consuming fruits contaminated with the saliva, urine, or faeces of bats infected with the Nipah virus can lead to infection. Kathmandu 02 Feb, 2026
Nepal-based diplomatic missions informed about HoR polls Nepal-based diplomatic missions informed about HoR polls Kathmandu-based diplomatic missions were briefed on ongoing election preparations, Kathmandu-based diplomatic missions were briefed on ongoing election preparations, Kathmandu 01 Feb, 2026
Minister Aryal calls for coordinated efforts to ensure free and fair election Minister Aryal calls for coordinated efforts to ensure free and fair election Minister Aryal arrived in Bhaktapur to take stock of election-related preparations in the district. Minister Aryal arrived in Bhaktapur to take stock of election-related preparations in the district. Kathmandu 01 Feb, 2026
Creator's Mela 2026 kicks off in Kathmandu Creator's Mela 2026 kicks off in Kathmandu The U.S. Embassy Nepal has launched the Kathmandu edition of Creator’s Mela 2026: Vision to Venture, a two-day event aimed at accelerating the growth of Nepal’s creative and digital economy. The U.S. Embassy Nepal has launched the Kathmandu edition of Creator’s Mela 2026: Vision to Venture, a two-day event aimed at accelerating the growth of Nepal’s creative and digital economy. Kathmandu 01 Feb, 2026
Nepal Police officer arrested in Bara for leaking video in Garima case ​​​​​​​A police officer involved in the investigation into the murder of three-year-old Garima Chaudhary has been arrested for allegedly making public a sensitive video of an accused person’s statement.
Nepal Doctors resign as superintendent pushes discipline in Udayapur Three contract doctors have resigned from Udayapur District Hospital within a week of a new medical superintendent taking charge and launching a drive to improve discipline and services.
Kathmandu Shree Kumari Chhen, New Kumari Niwas restored with Indian aid Shree Kumari Chhen and New Kumari Niwas in Patan, Lalitpur, have been restored with a post-earthquake reconstruction grant of around Rs 50 million from the Government of India.
Nepal 199 kg marijuana seized from tipper in Udayapur, driver arrested Police have seized 199 kilograms of marijuana from a tipper truck in Udayapur's Katari and arrested its 21-year-old driver.
Nepal Two killed, three injured in Udayapur auto-bus collision Two women died and three others were injured after an auto-rickshaw collided with a school bus in Belaka Municipality-5 of Udayapur on Monday morning.
Nepal Shopkeeper found dead under culvert in Sarlahi, family suspects murder The death of a 46-year-old grocery shopkeeper found beneath a culvert in Sarlahi has raised suspicion after his family alleged that he may have been killed while returning from a feast on Sunday night.
Kathmandu Trial operation begins for private vehicles in Rs 29B tunnel Private motorists can now use Nepal’s first modern road tunnel, with cars, jeeps and vans carrying up to nine passengers allowed through the 2.68-km Nagdhunga tunnel from Monday.
Nepal Cyclist dies after being hit by motorcycle in Udayapur A 58-year-old cyclist died after being hit by a motorcycle at Karamgachhi in Triyuga Municipality-10, Udayapur, on Sunday afternoon.
Nepal Parsa tiger population rises 73% as park pursues global standards Parsa National Park’s tiger population has risen by nearly 73 per cent in four years, prompting the park to begin a process to bring its conservation management in line with international standards.