More than 60 vehicles delivered as part of India’s support for Nepal’s upcoming elections, with further consignments to follow.

From Chitwan to Jhapa, senior leaders and new faces enter the fray, signalling an intense and closely watched electoral battle.

Washington had last year given its blessing to the deal which gave the Indian Ocean islands to Mauritius but retained UK control of the Diego Garcia base under a 99-year lease.

Turnover reaches Rs11.85 billion as investors cheer progress in the election process.

The court sought bail from Lamichhane after a detention hearing in a cooperative fund misappropriation case.

Former prime minister enters high-stakes race against Balen Shah in a closely watched constituency.

Former Kathmandu mayor to contest against KP Sharma Oli in a high-profile battle.

Technicians on site analysing the rails identified some wear on the joint between sections of the rail, known as a fishplate, which they said showed the fault had been there for some time, the source said.

Deuba’s last-minute withdrawal reshapes Congress’ election dynamics.

Former education minister submits candidacy to contest House elections independently, after resigning to focus on his campaign

Election Commission says preparations complete as candidates submit papers for March 5 polls.

Economists have long argued that China has to develop local markets if it wants to end its deflationary cycle

Trump has intensified his push to wrest sovereignty over Greenland from fellow NATO member Denmark, prompting the European Union to weigh hitting back with its own measures.

Thapa moves from Kathmandu-4 to Sarlahi-4; Deuba will not run in March polls.

Urges policy, digital, and energy reforms to attract US investors and boost Nepal’s economy.

Shared vulnerability in a group helps normalise personal struggles, rather than seeing them as something to hide.

The festival brings together a vast range of folk, traditional, and indigenous sounds from Nepal and around the world.

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UML and RSP leaderships accused of ignoring party units and rules.

Manang Marsyangdi, Nawa Jana Jagriti and Satdobato suffered straight losses in the National League on Monday.

Says merit is more important than identity politics and urges voters to support competent candidates.

Drought, unseasonal rains and shrinking farmland are projected to cut production by 4.2 percent this fiscal. This could push up imports and food prices.

Youth and new faces dominate the list, while select Deuba and Koirala camp leaders also secure tickets.

Nisdi Rural Municipality office assistant was electrocuted while repairing a wind power pole in Mithyal, police said.

It would be best for Congress and for democracy if Deuba and his coterie accepted the defeat.

The women’s national blind cricket team struggles to find a proper venue to practice.

Despite its legacy as a Maoist stronghold, the district has lately witnessed a change of mood among young voters as they demand accountability.

Doctors say most patients cite high costs, fear of side effects, and worry that the medication will be lifelong.

Parts of central and southern Chile were under extreme heat warnings with temperatures expected to reach up to 37 Celsius.

Police detained the controversial medical entrepreneur after the election authority sought investigation, saying his statements undermined the credibility of a constitutional body.

Last week, China banned exports of items destined for Japan’s military that have civilian and military uses, including some critical minerals.

Kharel announced his resignation during a special press conference in the evening.

RSP has presented Shah as its candidate for the prime minister if the party gets a majority in the March 5 elections.

NIFF will screen 88 films from 40 countries over five days, with a strong focus on youth-oriented cinema and emerging filmmakers.

The death toll is the highest from a train crash since 2013, when a train derailed in the northwestern city of Santiago de Compostela and burst into flames, killing 80 people and injuring 145.

In the area of economic security, both nations also agreed to establish the Japan–India Private-Sector Dialogue on Economic Security, which will be attended by business organizations from both countries.

Leaders from the Thapa, Deuba and Koirala factions holding talks to reach a consensus ahead of candidate nominations.

At least 89 cases of violence against journalists were recorded by the Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI) in 2025, with police and military personnel identified among the top three perpetrators of such cases.

The fire started late on Saturday at the sprawling, multi-storey Gul Plaza shopping centre in the city’s business district and burned for more than 24 hours, hampering rescue efforts in the densely packed area.

Four critically injured admitted to BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences.

Gupta joins Rastriya Swatantra Party’s election campaign in Janakpur.

The accident happened near Adamuz in the province of Cordoba, about 360 km south of the capital Madrid.

The code will remain in effect for various agencies and individuals until further notice.

March elections offer a chance to address Nepal’s long-standing issues, but only if parties focus on action over rhetoric.

Through structural reforms, the Gen Z spirit will be fully integrated into the party’s permanent structure.

Weighs tariffs and anti-coercion tools as leaders push for dialogue before February 1 deadline.

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Pratap Gurung’s journey from a runaway teenager and trekking porter to a naturalist, bird guide, and wildlife photographer is rooted in a lifelong pull towards the mountains, where he feels most alive.