POLITICS
27 polling stations in Humla classified as highly sensitive
27 polling stations in Humla classified as highly sensitive
District Police Office Humla DSP Shankar Khadka informed that 89 Nepal Police personnel and 284 election security personnel will be deployed at the highly sensitive polling stations.
Feb 02, 2026
POLITICS
MoFA briefs Nepal-based diplomatic missions on upcoming HoR elections
MoFA briefs Nepal-based diplomatic missions on upcoming HoR...
The Kathmandu-based diplomatic missions were informed about ongoing preparations, election environment and the monitoring of HoR elections from national and international observers, the EC officials shared on Sunday.
Feb 02, 2026
Market
KOICA expands human resource development through scholarships and training programs
KOICA expands human resource development through scholarship...
According to KOICA, a total of 175 government officials have completed Master’s degree programs under KOICA’s Scholarship Program so far, with many receiving recognition for their academic performance. In the current academic year, eight government officials have been awarded KOICA schol...
Feb 02, 2026
ECONOMY
132-kV transmission line in Karnali expected to give boost to industries
132-kV transmission line in Karnali expected to give boost t...
According to NEA Managing Director Hitendra Dev Shakya, the launch of the 132-kV Surkhet transmission line under the Kohalpur–Surkhet–Dailekh Transmission Line Project is expected to accelerate economic growth in the province.
Feb 02, 2026
SOCIETY
Ten injured in auto-rickshaw accident in Salyan
Ten injured in auto-rickshaw accident in Salyan
Of the injured, two are in serious condition, three sustained moderate injuries, and five suffered minor injuries, police said.
Feb 02, 2026
WORLD
Bangladesh’s ex-leader Hasina and her UK lawmaker niece sentenced in graft case
Bangladesh’s ex-leader Hasina and her UK lawmaker niece sent...
The verdicts came as the interim government, headed by Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, prepares for Feb 12 elections. Hasina’s former ruling Awami League party has been banned from taking part.
Feb 02, 2026
POLITICS
PM Karki's first address to NA, assures an impartial election on scheduled date
PM Karki's first address to NA, assures an impartial electio...
During her maiden address to the NA, the prime minister of the election government expressed confidence that the upcoming election would be conducted in an impartial, fair, and calm environment on the scheduled date of March 5.
Feb 02, 2026
SOCIETY
EC asks telecom regulator to shut down exit poll websites
EC asks telecom regulator to shut down exit poll websites
Election Commission has directed Nepal Telecommunications Authority to block websites publishing exit polls and election forecasts ahead of the March 5 House of Representatives election, citing violations of the election code of conduct.
Feb 02, 2026
Literature, Lifestyle
‘Made in Nepal’ takes centre stage at Banaras Lit Fest 2026
‘Made in Nepal’ takes centre stage at Banaras Lit Fest 2026
The session, titled ‘From Everest to Enterprise’, featured an in-depth conversation led by noted commentators Atul K. Thakur and Anshuman Rai, who explored themes of entrepreneurship, institution-building and the evolving idea of leadership in emerging economies.
Feb 02, 2026
SPORTS
SAFF Women's U-19: Bangladesh defeats India by 2-0
SAFF Women's U-19: Bangladesh defeats India by 2-0
Bangladesh defeated India 2–0 with both goals in the first half. Captain Arpita Biswas opened the scoring in the 29th minute, followed by a goal from Alpi Akter in the 40th minute, which proved sufficient for Bangladesh to secure the victory. Despite repeated efforts to make a comeback, India...
Feb 02, 2026