POLITICS
NC to hold open Q&A on election manifesto Thursday
NC to hold open Q&A on election manifesto Thursday
The event will take place at the National Assembly Hall on Exhibition Road, Kathmandu, and will focus on the manifesto unveiled under the leadership of party President Gagan Thapa.
Feb 18, 2026
ECONOMY
BP Highway under reconstruction to keep vehicles off riverbeds upcoming monsoon season
BP Highway under reconstruction to keep vehicles off riverbe...
Once finished, the reconstructed BP Highway promises safer, faster travel for commuters, keeping vehicles away from hazardous riverbeds and modernizing one of Nepal’s most critical transport routes.
Feb 18, 2026
SOCIETY
Rara Lake study challenges earthquake prediction assumptions
Rara Lake study challenges earthquake prediction assumptions
Some scientific assessments had argued that a large earthquake in the region was already “overdue.” However, the study notes that small to medium-sized earthquakes have been occurring irregularly in the region for thousands of years.
Feb 18, 2026
ECONOMY
Annapurna Rural Municipality supplies oranges worth Rs 40 million as prices nearly double
Annapurna Rural Municipality supplies oranges worth Rs 40 mi...
Section technician Samjhana Khatri said the municipality supplied oranges worth Rs 38.8 million this year. All seven wards contributed to the sales, with each ward supplying oranges valued between Rs 1 million and Rs 18.8 million.
Feb 18, 2026
Health
Health budget reallocated to avert health insurance crisis
Health budget reallocated to avert health insurance crisis
Over Rs 12 billion in dues pending by mid-January
Feb 18, 2026
WORLD
Coffee regions hit by extra days of extreme heat: scientists
Coffee regions hit by extra days of extreme heat: scientists
An analysis found that there were 47 extra days of harmful heat per year on average in 25 countries representing nearly all global coffee production between 2021 and 2025, according to independent research group Climate Central.
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
Former King Gyanendra stresses national consensus for development
Former King Gyanendra stresses national consensus for develo...
In a video message released on the eve of the 75th National Democracy Day on Wednesday, he expressed concern over the current political system and leadership practices. Reflecting on the 2007 BS revolution in which the monarchy and the people jointly secured democracy, he paid tribute to King Tribhu...
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
NC releases 10-point commitment letter: Citizens’ dignity as top priority
NC releases 10-point commitment letter: Citizens’ dignity as...
The vision emphasizes placing citizens’ dignity at the forefront, ensuring that every Nepali, regardless of caste, religion, gender, or region, can live with pride and respect. The party has pledged to enforce the rule of law strictly, eliminate privileges based on power or influence, and prov...
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
RSP shows strength with huge turnout in Dhangadhi
RSP shows strength with huge turnout in Dhangadhi
Thousands of supporters and members of the public attended the Pariwartan Udgosh (call for change) held on Wednesday. The gathering drew people from across the province, especially as party Chair Rabi Lamichhane and senior leader Balendra Shah addressed the rally.
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
NC unveils ‘commitment letter’ from Janakpurdham
NC unveils ‘commitment letter’ from Janakpurdham
Unlike previous elections where the manifesto was usually unveiled in Kathmandu, this time the NC chose Janakpurdham, the capital of Madhesh Province, for the announcement.
Feb 18, 2026