SPORTS
T20 World Cup: Dipendra shines, Sandeep disappoints
T20 World Cup: Dipendra shines, Sandeep disappoints
During the World Cup, Nepal drew interest from the ICC, Indian cricket authorities, franchise teams, and Indian media. Yet on that stage, Nepali players largely failed to prove themselves. Spinner Sandeep Lamichhane, who has played in the IPL and most major franchise leagues, also struggled despite...
Feb 19, 2026
ECONOMY
Forex Updates: USD sells at Rs145.38, euro at Rs 172.01
Forex Updates: USD sells at Rs145.38, euro at Rs 172.01
According to the central bank, the buying rate for one US dollar is Rs 144.47, and the selling rate is Rs 145.38. The buying rate for one euro stands at Rs 171.30 and the selling rate at Rs 172.01. The UK pound sterling is set at Rs 196.47 for buying and Rs 197.29 for selling. The Swiss franc is fix...
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
NC rolls out plan to bring migrant Nepalis home
NC rolls out plan to bring migrant Nepalis home
The Nepali Congress pledged to build a country that inspires Nepalis living abroad to return home and allows those who remain in the country to see a bright future here. The party's manifesto also promises to connect the knowledge, skills, and capital of Nepalis scattered around the world to th...
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
Nepali Congress pledges to bolster policy and order
Nepali Congress pledges to bolster policy and order
Addressing the rally, 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 fed...
Feb 19, 2026
SOCIETY
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. He said he hopes the day will support th...
Feb 19, 2026
ECONOMY
Government removes cap on FDI to attract higher foreign investment
Government removes cap on FDI to attract higher foreign inve...
The government has removed the upper ceiling on foreign direct investment (FDI) introduced through the automatic route.
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
NC will not retreat an inch from its commitment: President Thapa
NC will not retreat an inch from its commitment: President T...
Nepali Congress (NC) President Gagan Kumar Thapa has vowed to transform the country’s political culture and development model through what he calls a new “pledge.”
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
NC launches HoR election manifesto focusing on prosperity, equality and opportunity
NC launches HoR election manifesto focusing on prosperity, e...
Nepali Congress (NC) has unveiled its election manifesto titled Vision-10, outlining what it describes as a long-term national roadmap anchored in the twin goals of prosperity and dignity. The document was made public by party president Gagan Kumar Thapa at an election rally in Janakpur on Wednesday...
Feb 19, 2026
OPINION
Nepal: From Moon-Promises to a Nation That Builds
Nepal: From Moon-Promises to a Nation That Builds
Nepal’s path to prosperity requires moving beyond election-time “moon promises” toward disciplined institution-building, credible rules, productive investment, and measurable accountability.
Feb 19, 2026
POLITICS
Politics should not dictate development; RSP will build roads for all parties: Balen
Politics should not dictate development; RSP will build road...
The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) drew a massive crowd to its ‘Pariwartan Udgosh’ (Call for Change) rally in Dhangadhi, Sudurpashchim Province, on Wednesday.
Feb 19, 2026