POLITICS
Nepali Congress pledges to bolster policy and order
Nepali Congress pledges to bolster policy and order
Party president Thapa declared that Congress will now take charge of national leadership and establish a system in which the state assumes responsibility for all Nepalis. He also pledged to develop Madhesh as a center of knowledge and to push for effective implementation of federalism. Promising to...
Feb 19, 2026
WORLD
UK police arrest ex-prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct
UK police arrest ex-prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct
Britain's former prince Andrew was arrested Thursday on suspicion of misconduct during his time as a trade envoy, as UK police investigations into allegations emerging from the Jeffrey Epstein files gathered pace.
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
Let Democracy Day advance peace and prosperity: President Paudel
Let Democracy Day advance peace and prosperity: President Pa...
Extending his best wishes on the occasion of National Democracy Day 2082 BS today, President Paudel paid tribute to all those who contributed to various movements for Nepal’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, national interest, dignity, and democracy.
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
Let us move forward on the path of prosperity embracing democracy: Rabi Lamichhane
Let us move forward on the path of prosperity embracing demo...
Extending his best wishes on the occasion of Democracy Day today, Lamichhane made this appeal. He urged all Nepalis to work together to strengthen citizens’ rights, equality, and accountable governance by internalizing the true spirit of democracy.
Feb 19, 2026
WORLD
UN experts say destruction by Sudan's rebels in el-Fasher in October bears 'hallmarks of g...
UN experts say destruction by Sudan's rebels in el-Fasher in...
The Rapid Support Forces carried out mass killings and other atrocities in el-Fasher after an 18-month siege during which they imposed conditions “calculated to bring about the physical destruction" of non-Arab communities, in particular the Zaghawa and the Fur communities, the independent fac...
Feb 19, 2026
SOCIETY
Jumla van accident: Two of seven injured in critical condition
Jumla van accident: Two of seven injured in critical conditi...
The accident occurred at around noon on Thursday. According to the District Police Office, Jumla, the van (registration number Bhe 1 Ja 818), which was travelling from Jumla Bazaar towards Nagma, collided with a tractor and fell approximately 40 metres off the road.
Feb 19, 2026
SOCIETY
‘Political freedom must be accompanied by economic freedom’
‘Political freedom must be accompanied by economic freedom’
Speaking at the “Creators Champion 3.0” program organized by Nepal Republic Media, leaders of CPN-UML, Nepali Congress (NC), Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), and representatives from the private sector shared their perspectives.
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
NC has a plan to create 1.5 million jobs in five years: President Thapa
NC has a plan to create 1.5 million jobs in five years: Pres...
While unveiling the party’s election manifesto at Rastriya Sabha Griha in Kathmandu, President Thapa said the NC has prepared its commitment document to continue its “Mission Employment” campaign and to ensure job creation as a fundamental right guaranteed by the Constitution.
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
Corruption probe will be held against leaders of any party since 1990: Gagan Thapa
Corruption probe will be held against leaders of any party s...
Speaking at the party’s manifesto detailed unveiling and interactive program titled “Our Commitment, Your Questions” held at Rastriya Sabha Griha in Kathmandu, President Thapa stated that corruption investigations would be conducted against leaders of any party dating back to 1990...
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
RSP unveils election commitment paper
RSP unveils election commitment paper
Party chair Rabi Lamichhane, senior leader Balen Shah, and vice-chair Dr Swarnim Wagle, along with other top leaders, jointly unveiled the commitment document.
Feb 19, 2026