SOCIETY
One held a rifle in Bhaktapur
One held a rifle in Bhaktapur
The suspect, originally from Ward No. 9 of Palungtar Municipality in Gorkha District and currently residing in Ward No. 8, Bhumdol, Suryabinayak, was apprehended this morning at around 9 AM, according to the District Police Range Bhaktapur.
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
Drones hit fuel tank at Oman port: state media
Drones hit fuel tank at Oman port: state media
"A security source reported that fuel tanks at the commercial port of Duqm were targeted by a number of drones, one of which hit a fuel tank. The resulting damage was contained without any human casualties," the Oman News Agency said.
Mar 03, 2026
SOCIETY
Astrologer claiming election would not be held arrested
Astrologer claiming election would not be held arrested
According to police, astrologer Rudranath Adhikari was taken into custody from Chandragiri on Monday evening. He had reportedly stated that March 5 was inauspicious and that the election would not be held on that date.
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
Trump says US-UK relationship 'not like it used to be'
Trump says US-UK relationship 'not like it used to be'
"This was the most solid relationship of all. And now we have very strong relationships with other countries in Europe," he said, singling out France and Germany, after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's refusal to allow the United States to use British military bases in Cyprus in its war with Iran.
Mar 03, 2026
SOCIETY
EC warns of Rs 50,000 fine for violating pre-poll silence period
EC warns of Rs 50,000 fine for violating pre-poll silence pe...
The Election Commission (EC) Nepal has urged the public not to create fear or intimidation from three hours before the start of voting until polling concludes.
Mar 03, 2026
SPORTS
South Africa, India eye T20 World Cup rematch as semi-finals begin
South Africa, India eye T20 World Cup rematch as semi-finals...
Should Aiden Markram's side inflict their second defeat of the tournament on New Zealand -- they beat them comfortably in the group stage -- then a rematch against India for the trophy could be on the cards.
Mar 03, 2026
POLITICS
Election campaigning comes to a halt as Nepal enters silence period
Election campaigning comes to a halt as Nepal enters silence...
According to the Commission, the silence period begins 36 hours before voting day and remains in effect until polling concludes and ballot boxes are sealed. During this time, political parties, candidates and their supporters are strictly prohibited from soliciting votes or engaging in any form of e...
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
Attack by two drones on US embassy in Saudi capital sparks 'limited' fire
Attack by two drones on US embassy in Saudi capital sparks '...
The growing war began on Saturday after joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran that Tehran said killed dozens of civilians and the country's supreme leader.
Mar 03, 2026
POLITICS
Election police add a touch of creativity to their duty
Election police add a touch of creativity to their duty
Amid strict discipline, tight schedules and the weight of responsibility, they have carved out fleeting moments of joy — transforming spare minutes into lively performances. Swaying to popular songs, they have entertained onlookers and softened the otherwise serious mood that typically surroun...
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
El Nino may return in 2026 and make planet even hotter
El Nino may return in 2026 and make planet even hotter
There is a 50- to 60-percent chance of El Nino developing during the July-September period and beyond, according to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Mar 03, 2026