ECONOMY
No domestic flights in Pokhara on Election Day despite EC approval
No domestic flights in Pokhara on Election Day despite EC ap...
Airlines cite lack of passengers as bookings were cancelled following earlier confusion.
Feb 28, 2026
POLITICS, Republica Watch
Warning, Threat or Opportunity? Nepal’s major parties clash over Gen Z movement
Warning, Threat or Opportunity? Nepal’s major parties clash...
What began as a youth-led outpouring of frustration over social media ban, governance, accountability and generational transition has since evolved into a litmus test for both traditional and emerging political forces. Some parties view it as a warning signal, others as a threat, and still others as...
Feb 28, 2026
SOCIETY
DoI tells travelers to complete self-declaration forms before reaching TIA Immigration
DoI tells travelers to complete self-declaration forms befor...
Issuing a notice, the DoI requested that Nepali citizens traveling overseas for tours, visits, or tourism complete the self-declaration form in advance prior to presenting themselves at immigration.
Feb 27, 2026
POLITICS
Election security preparations completed in Koshi Province
Election security preparations completed in Koshi Province
According to Office Chief Ghimire, to conduct the election in a peaceful environment, 12,000 Nepal Police and 23,000 election police personnel, among others, will be deployed in Koshi Province.
Feb 27, 2026
SOCIETY
Tipper driver dies from electrocution in Siraha
Tipper driver dies from electrocution in Siraha
According to the District Police Office, Siraha, the deceased has been identified as Santosh Sah, 43, a resident of Golbazar Municipality-3 who had been living in Ward No. 2 of the municipality.
Feb 27, 2026
POLITICS
Gagan Thapa pledges probe into Deuba’s assets if NC forms government
Gagan Thapa pledges probe into Deuba’s assets if NC forms go...
Speaking at an election rally in Pokhara on Friday, Thapa said that if the NC leads the government, it will start by probing the assets of Deuba, who has served as prime minister since 1990, as well as his own assets as a former minister.
Feb 27, 2026
POLITICS
14 RSP leaders including founding regional coordinator resign en masse in Kathmandu-5
14 RSP leaders including founding regional coordinator resig...
The resignations come after former House of Representatives candidate Pranay Rana stepped down from the party, triggering what observers describe as a shake-up within RSP’s Kathmandu-5 unit.
Feb 27, 2026
SOCIETY
Kathmandu DAO bans music shows and fairs during Holi
Kathmandu DAO bans music shows and fairs during Holi
The notice issued by the administration reads: “…All concerned are requested not to gather crowds in open streets or public places, not to organize fairs or festivals, not to set up stages for musical programs, and not to sell, distribute, or consume intoxicants. Activities contrary to...
Feb 27, 2026
SOCIETY
Ornithologists surprised to spot ‘Madana Chanchar’ in Shuklaphanta
Ornithologists surprised to spot ‘Madana Chanchar’ in Shukla...
The bird, which is usually found in mid-hill and Himalayan forest regions, has been recorded in the flat Tarai tropical belt, a development considered significant from a conservation perspective.
Feb 27, 2026
Market
Ncell reopens Ncell Centre in Pokhara
Ncell reopens Ncell Centre in Pokhara
The centre, located at Sirjana Chowk in Pokhara, had remained closed following vandalism during the recent Gen-Z movement. The newly repaired facility was inaugurated on Thursday amid a formal programme, according to a press statement issued by Ncell.
Feb 27, 2026