22 injured as bus crashes into electric pole in Makwanpur 22 injured as bus crashes into electric pole in Makwanpur At least 22 passengers were injured when a bus met with an accident along the East-West Highway at Bijauna in Manahari Rural Municipality-7 of Makwanpur district on Sunday morning. At least 22 passengers were injured when a bus met with an accident along the East-West Highway at Bijauna in Manahari Rural Municipality-7 of Makwanpur district on Sunday morning. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
20,000 campaign materials removed in Dhanusha for breaching poll code 20,000 campaign materials removed in Dhanusha for breaching poll code The District Administration Office Dhanusha has removed around 20,000 election publicity materials installed in violation of the code of conduct as campaigning intensifies for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. The District Administration Office Dhanusha has removed around 20,000 election publicity materials installed in violation of the code of conduct as campaigning intensifies for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Gaur curfew enters second day with brief morning relaxation Gaur curfew enters second day with brief morning relaxation The indefinite curfew imposed across parts of Gaur Municipality in Rautahat district since Saturday afternoon continued into its second day on Sunday, with authorities granting residents a brief two-hour window in the morning for essential needs before reimposing restrictions. The indefinite curfew imposed across parts of Gaur Municipality in Rautahat district since Saturday afternoon continued into its second day on Sunday, with authorities granting residents a brief two-hour window in the morning for essential needs before reimposing restrictions. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
PM Karki visits Maya Devi Temple PM Karki visits Maya Devi Temple Prime Minister Sushila Karki today offered prayers at the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Prime Minister Sushila Karki today offered prayers at the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
Nepal promotes tourism potential in Toronto Nepal promotes tourism potential in Toronto The Embassy of Nepal, Ottawa, in partnership with the Nepal Tourism Board, organised a promotional event titled “Nepal Evening” in Toronto on February 19 to showcase Nepal’s tourism attractions and strengthen engagement with the Canadian travel market. The Embassy of Nepal, Ottawa, in partnership with the Nepal Tourism Board, organised a promotional event titled “Nepal Evening” in Toronto on February 19 to showcase Nepal’s tourism attractions and strengthen engagement with the Canadian travel market. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
Nepal wins two UNESCO Asia-Pacific heritage awards Nepal wins two UNESCO Asia-Pacific heritage awards Nepal has secured two Awards of Merit in the 2025 Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation announced by the UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok. Nepal has secured two Awards of Merit in the 2025 Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation announced by the UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
Curfew enforced in Gaur after tensions disrupt normal life Curfew enforced in Gaur after tensions disrupt normal life The District Administration Office Rautahat has imposed an indefinite curfew in parts of Gaur Municipality from 1:00 pm on Saturday following escalating tensions between two local communities. The District Administration Office Rautahat has imposed an indefinite curfew in parts of Gaur Municipality from 1:00 pm on Saturday following escalating tensions between two local communities. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
International Mother Language Day today International Mother Language Day today International Mother Language Day is being observed today across the world to promote unity in diversity and international understanding, through multilingualism and multiculturalism. International Mother Language Day is being observed today across the world to promote unity in diversity and international understanding, through multilingualism and multiculturalism. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
Bishnu Prasad Paudel unveils comprehensive plan for Rupandehi's development Bishnu Prasad Paudel unveils comprehensive plan for Rupandehi's development Bishnu Prasad Paudel, who filed his candidacy from Rupandehi-2, has pledged to pursue physical and human development simultaneously. Bishnu Prasad Paudel, who filed his candidacy from Rupandehi-2, has pledged to pursue physical and human development simultaneously. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
Light rain and snowfall likely today Light rain and snowfall likely today The westerly low-pressure system currently exerts a partial influence over the country, the Weather Forecasting Division stated. The westerly low-pressure system currently exerts a partial influence over the country, the Weather Forecasting Division stated. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
EC launches TikTok video contest for HoR election awareness EC launches TikTok video contest for HoR election awareness The Election Commission (EC) is set to utilise the popular social media platform TikTok for election publicity. The Election Commission (EC) is set to utilise the popular social media platform TikTok for election publicity. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
PM Karki visits Muktinath, directs officials to ensure free and fair polls PM Karki visits Muktinath, directs officials to ensure free and fair polls Prime Minister Sushila Karki visited the revered Muktinath Temple in Baragung Muktikshetra–1 on Thursday and instructed district officials to ensure the upcoming elections are conducted in a free, fair and peaceful manner. Prime Minister Sushila Karki visited the revered Muktinath Temple in Baragung Muktikshetra–1 on Thursday and instructed district officials to ensure the upcoming elections are conducted in a free, fair and peaceful manner. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
Nepal inaugurates Embassy Chancery in Lisbon Nepal inaugurates Embassy Chancery in Lisbon Nepal has inaugurated the Chancery of its Embassy in Portugal, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations between the two countries. Nepal has inaugurated the Chancery of its Embassy in Portugal, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations between the two countries. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
World Social Justice Day being observed today World Social Justice Day being observed today The World Social Justice Day is being observed with diverse programmes in various countries today. The World Social Justice Day is being observed with diverse programmes in various countries today. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
CPN (UML) unveils its election manifesto CPN (UML) unveils its election manifesto The Communist Party of Nepal (UML) has unveiled its manifesto for the upcoming House of Representatives elections. The Communist Party of Nepal (UML) has unveiled its manifesto for the upcoming House of Representatives elections. Nepal 19 Feb, 2026
NC-Led 2046–2051 Period Was Nepal's 'Golden Era': Gagan Thapa NC-Led 2046–2051 Period Was Nepal's 'Golden Era': Gagan Thapa NC President Thapa further remarked that the nation must now chart a clear course toward greater economic prosperity. NC President Thapa further remarked that the nation must now chart a clear course toward greater economic prosperity. Nepal 19 Feb, 2026
Two killed, two injured in Sarlahi road accident Two killed, two injured in Sarlahi road accident Two youths have died and two others injured in a road accident that took place in Khila in Ishworpur Municipality of the district. Two youths have died and two others injured in a road accident that took place in Khila in Ishworpur Municipality of the district. Nepal 19 Feb, 2026
Democracy Day being observed today; Leaders call for unity, good governance Democracy Day being observed today; Leaders call for unity, good governance The 76th National Democracy Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes and formal ceremonies organised nationwide to commemorate the historic restoration of democracy. The 76th National Democracy Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes and formal ceremonies organised nationwide to commemorate the historic restoration of democracy. Nepal 19 Feb, 2026
360,000 students to sit Grade 12 exams from Baisakh 14 360,000 students to sit Grade 12 exams from Baisakh 14 The National Examinations Board (NEB) has announced that this year’s Grade 12 examinations will commence from Baisakh 14, with around 360,000 regular students set to appear nationwide. The National Examinations Board (NEB) has announced that this year’s Grade 12 examinations will commence from Baisakh 14, with around 360,000 regular students set to appear nationwide. Nepal 18 Feb, 2026
Nepal, India sign Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement on Criminal Matters Nepal, India sign Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement on Criminal Matters An agreement has been reached between Nepal and India on mutual legal assistance on criminal matters. An agreement has been reached between Nepal and India on mutual legal assistance on criminal matters. Nepal 18 Feb, 2026
World G7 meets on the Iran war as Rubio tries to sell US strategy to skeptical allies insulted by Trump British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said Britain also favored a diplomatic path, acknowledging differences with the United States.
Sports Tonali's breakfast-table dream pays off for childhood idol Gattuso in Italy's World Cup playoff win Every morning Tonali used to drink from a teacup featuring images of Gattuso on it.
Nepal Home Minister Gurung vows zero tolerance on corruption, simplified service delivery Assuming office at the Ministry of Home Affairs today, he directed staff and stated that strict action would be taken against anyone found involved in corruption.
Kathmandu No shift in Nepal's foreign policy, Minister Khanal says Highlighting economic diplomacy, the minister said it would be prioritised as a key tool for national economic development.
Nepal Gita Chaudhary assumes office as Agriculture and Environment Minister Newly appointed Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, as well as Forests and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, assumed office today.
Kathmandu Outgoing PM Karki returns home Karki had assumed responsibility for conducting the elections on the night of September 12, following the developments in the aftermath of the Gen Z movement of September 8–9.
Nepal Nisha Mehta sssumes office as Health and Water Supply Minister The newly appointed Minister for Health and Population, as well as Water Supply, Nisha Mehta, assumed office today.
Nepal First Cabinet Meeting Decides to Implement Gen Z Movement Inquiry Report Upon assuming office at Singha Durbar, Prime Minister Shah directed ministers and secretaries to work in the best interests of the people.
Kathmandu Minister Pokharel takes charge, pledges education sector reforms The newly appointed Minister for Education, Science and Technology, as well as Youth and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel, assumed office today at the ministry in Singha Durbar.
