ECONOMY
Finance ministry forms committee to provide recommendation for upcoming budget
Finance ministry forms committee to provide recommendation f...
This committee will provide recommendations to the government on economic affairs and the policy measures to be included in the upcoming budget.
Feb 28, 2026
WORLD
Trump says frustrated with Iran, but mediator sees 'breakthrough'
Trump says frustrated with Iran, but mediator sees 'breakthr...
Trump has ordered the biggest military build-up in decades in the Middle East, with the world's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, approaching the coast of Israel, as he demands Iran agree to sweeping concessions on concerns starting with its nuclear program.
Feb 28, 2026
POLITICS
BBC documentary aired with intent to influence someone ahead of elections: Former IGP Khap...
BBC documentary aired with intent to influence someone ahead...
Khapung said the documentary raises serious concerns, particularly because Nepal Police communication towers, data updates and storage systems are highly sensitive matters that are not made available to just anyone.
Feb 28, 2026
POLITICS
EC explores 612 election related harmful information
EC explores 612 election related harmful information
So far, the Nepal Police took action against 132 of such contents, the Central Code of Conduct Monitoring Committee dealt with 90 such contents and Press Council Nepal booked 32 others.
Feb 28, 2026
POLITICS
HoR election: 1,061 complaints resolved
HoR election: 1,061 complaints resolved
According to the Election Commission, out of the complaints received, 1,061 or 99 percent have been resolved.
Feb 28, 2026
WORLD
US sympathies shift to Palestinians from Israelis for first time: Gallup poll
US sympathies shift to Palestinians from Israelis for first...
Views on the Middle East divide sharply along partisan lines, with the shift over the past year the result of more independents souring on Israel.
Feb 28, 2026
POLITICS
Dalit candidates pin hopes on community support in direct election
Dalit candidates pin hopes on community support in direct el...
Despite facing caste-based discrimination, six candidates are vying for direct seats in the upcoming House of Representatives election.
Feb 28, 2026
WORLD
US allows non-emergency staff to leave Israel as Trump threatens Iran strikes
US allows non-emergency staff to leave Israel as Trump threa...
The move came a day after a round of Oman-mediated talks between Iran and the US seen as a last-ditch bid to avert war, though initial optimism was tempered by Tehran warning Washington must drop "excessive demands" to reach a deal.
Feb 28, 2026
ECONOMY
No domestic flights in Pokhara on Election Day despite EC approval
No domestic flights in Pokhara on Election Day despite EC ap...
Airlines cite lack of passengers as bookings were cancelled following earlier confusion.
Feb 28, 2026
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Warning, Threat or Opportunity? Nepal’s major parties clash over Gen Z movement
Warning, Threat or Opportunity? Nepal’s major parties clash...
What began as a youth-led outpouring of frustration over social media ban, governance, accountability and generational transition has since evolved into a litmus test for both traditional and emerging political forces. Some parties view it as a warning signal, others as a threat, and still others as...
Feb 28, 2026