NA Elections: NC's Shahi and Rakhal of UML win in Karnali Province NA Elections: NC's Shahi and Rakhal of UML win in Karnali Province Candidates from the Nepali Congress (NC) and CPN (UML) emerged victorious in the National Assembly elections held on Sunday in Karnali Province. Candidates from the Nepali Congress (NC) and CPN (UML) emerged victorious in the National Assembly elections held on Sunday in Karnali Province. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
UML and NC candidates sweep Koshi Province NA seats UML and NC candidates sweep Koshi Province NA seats In the Khas Arya category, Sunil Bahadur Thapa of the Nepali Congress was elected unopposed. In the Khas Arya category, Sunil Bahadur Thapa of the Nepali Congress was elected unopposed. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
NC and UML candidates sweep Lumbini Province NA elections NC and UML candidates sweep Lumbini Province NA elections Candidates from the Nepali Congress and CPN (UML) emerged victorious in Lumbini Province during the National Assembly (NA) elections held on Sunday. Candidates from the Nepali Congress and CPN (UML) emerged victorious in Lumbini Province during the National Assembly (NA) elections held on Sunday. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
NA election records 95.68% turnout nationwide NA election records 95.68% turnout nationwide In total, 1,924 votes were cast out of 2,011 eligible voters nationwide, the EC reported. In total, 1,924 votes were cast out of 2,011 eligible voters nationwide, the EC reported. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
CIB arrests six mountain rescue operators in multi-million dollar 'fake rescue' scam CIB arrests six mountain rescue operators in multi-million dollar 'fake rescue' scam In a major crackdown on organized tourism fraud, the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has arrested six high-profile operators of travel and mountain rescue agencies on the charges of orchestrating a large-scale “fake rescue” scam that allegedly defrauded international insurance companies of more than US$19.65 million. In a major crackdown on organized tourism fraud, the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has arrested six high-profile operators of travel and mountain rescue agencies on the charges of orchestrating a large-scale “fake rescue” scam that allegedly defrauded international insurance companies of more than US$19.65 million. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
Bhote community members in Bajura likely to miss HoR polls Bhote community members in Bajura likely to miss HoR polls A large number of voters from the Bhote indigenous community are likely to be unable to cast their ballots in the upcoming House of Representatives election in Bajura, scheduled for March 5, due to seasonal migration. A large number of voters from the Bhote indigenous community are likely to be unable to cast their ballots in the upcoming House of Representatives election in Bajura, scheduled for March 5, due to seasonal migration. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
South Korean trekker reported missing after Everest region trek South Korean trekker reported missing after Everest region trek A South Korean national has been reported missing after trekking in the Everest (Khumbu) region, according to information provided by the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN). A South Korean national has been reported missing after trekking in the Everest (Khumbu) region, according to information provided by the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal (TAAN). Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
U.S. Embassy's Creators Mela 2026 concludes Nepalgunj edition U.S. Embassy's Creators Mela 2026 concludes Nepalgunj edition The U.S. Embassy’s Creators Mela 2026 – Nepalgunj Edition concluded successfully, engaging more than 1,000 aspiring content creators and aiming to accelerate the growth of Nepal’s creative economy. The U.S. Embassy’s Creators Mela 2026 – Nepalgunj Edition concluded successfully, engaging more than 1,000 aspiring content creators and aiming to accelerate the growth of Nepal’s creative economy. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
NA Election: Voting underway across seven provinces today NA Election: Voting underway across seven provinces today Voting is taking place across all seven provinces today to elect 17 members to the National Assembly, as the Election Commission (EC) confirmed that all preparations have been completed. Voting is taking place across all seven provinces today to elect 17 members to the National Assembly, as the Election Commission (EC) confirmed that all preparations have been completed. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
Complaint filed against Basnet with EC for spreading hate speech Complaint filed against Basnet with EC for spreading hate speech Gen Z activists, including advocates Anil Kumar Sah and Yuvraj Mukhiya, have filed a complaint with the Election Commission, demanding that Mahesh Basnet’s candidature be cancelled. Gen Z activists, including advocates Anil Kumar Sah and Yuvraj Mukhiya, have filed a complaint with the Election Commission, demanding that Mahesh Basnet’s candidature be cancelled. Nepal 25 Jan, 2026
Limi valley residents warn of climate crisis and irreversible displacement amid scant government engagement Limi valley residents warn of climate crisis and irreversible displacement amid scant... At an event organised by the Centre for Social Innovation and Foreign Policy (CESIF) in Lalitpur today, a local delegation from Limi valley, Humla district, warned that climate-induced vulnerability in Limi could lead to irreversible displacement unless urgent state engagement and policy flexibility are implemented. At an event organised by the Centre for Social Innovation and Foreign Policy (CESIF) in Lalitpur today, a local delegation from Limi valley, Humla district, warned that climate-induced vulnerability in Limi could lead to irreversible displacement unless urgent state engagement and policy flexibility are implemented. Nepal 24 Jan, 2026
Koshi province expected to witness high-voltage electoral battle Koshi province expected to witness high-voltage electoral battle Koshi Province is set to become the country’s high-voltage electoral battleground and topic of discussion for the House of Representatives elections, which will take place on March 5. Koshi Province is set to become the country’s high-voltage electoral battleground and topic of discussion for the House of Representatives elections, which will take place on March 5. Nepal 24 Jan, 2026
Mid-Hill Highway blocked by snowfall in Rukum East Mid-Hill Highway blocked by snowfall in Rukum East Traffic along the Mid-Hill Highway has been disrupted following snowfall in Rukum East, police said. Traffic along the Mid-Hill Highway has been disrupted following snowfall in Rukum East, police said. Nepal 24 Jan, 2026
15 million PR ballot papers printed, 5 million pending: EC 15 million PR ballot papers printed, 5 million pending: EC The Election Commission (EC) has said that printing of 15 million ballot papers for the proportional representation (PR) system has been completed, with five million still remaining. The Election Commission (EC) has said that printing of 15 million ballot papers for the proportional representation (PR) system has been completed, with five million still remaining. Nepal 24 Jan, 2026
Multi-stakeholder interaction highlights urgent need to protect Nepal's biodiversity amid climate change and pollution Multi-stakeholder interaction highlights urgent need to protect Nepal's biodiversity... Discussions focused on identifying nature-based solutions and policy-driven interventions at national, provincial, and local levels. Discussions focused on identifying nature-based solutions and policy-driven interventions at national, provincial, and local levels. Nepal 23 Jan, 2026
UNICEF, Finland showcase child-led photography on education in emergencies UNICEF, Finland showcase child-led photography on education in emergencies UNICEF, in partnership with the Government of Finland, on Thursday opened Jhalko: Glimpses of West Rukum, a child-led photography exhibition highlighting the importance of education continuity during and after emergencies. UNICEF, in partnership with the Government of Finland, on Thursday opened Jhalko: Glimpses of West Rukum, a child-led photography exhibition highlighting the importance of education continuity during and after emergencies. Nepal 23 Jan, 2026
5,966 disaster incidents recorded in nine months; 424 dead 5,966 disaster incidents recorded in nine months; 424 dead Nepal recorded 5,966 disaster-related incidents nationwide over the past nine months since April 14, 2025, resulting in 424 deaths and 1,643 injuries, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. Nepal recorded 5,966 disaster-related incidents nationwide over the past nine months since April 14, 2025, resulting in 424 deaths and 1,643 injuries, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. Nepal 23 Jan, 2026
Election symbols to be allotted today as HoR polls draw closer Election symbols to be allotted today as HoR polls draw closer With 41 days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission (EC) is set to allot election symbols to candidates later today. With 41 days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission (EC) is set to allot election symbols to candidates later today. Nepal 23 Jan, 2026
Devotees throng Saraswati temples on Shree Panchami Devotees throng Saraswati temples on Shree Panchami Devotees across the country thronged Saraswati temples on Thursday to mark Shree Panchami, also known as Basanta Panchami, worshipping Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, wisdom and the arts. Devotees across the country thronged Saraswati temples on Thursday to mark Shree Panchami, also known as Basanta Panchami, worshipping Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, wisdom and the arts. Nepal 23 Jan, 2026
Two killed in Rautahat motorcycle collision Two killed in Rautahat motorcycle collision Two people were killed after two motorcycles collided head-on near a school in Rajdevi Municipality of Rautahat district on Friday morning. Two people were killed after two motorcycles collided head-on near a school in Rajdevi Municipality of Rautahat district on Friday morning. Nepal 23 Jan, 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.
