OPINION
Nipah Virus and the Question of Nepal’s Preparedness
Nipah Virus and the Question of Nepal’s Preparedness
Nipah virus poses a serious regional health threat due to its high fatality rate and zoonotic nature, underscoring the urgent need for vigilant surveillance, public awareness, and preparedness in Nepal.
Feb 04, 2026
WORLD
WHO appeals for $1 bn for world's worst health crises in 2026
WHO appeals for $1 bn for world's worst health crises in 202...
The UN health agency estimated 239 million people would need urgent humanitarian assistance this year and the money would keep essential health services going.
Feb 04, 2026
Editorial
Plenty of Power, Nowhere to Go
Plenty of Power, Nowhere to Go
Nepal’s growing hydropower surplus is being squandered each monsoon due to chronic delays and poor planning in transmission infrastructure, turning potential revenue into wasted electricity.
Feb 04, 2026
ECONOMY
Over 10,000 foreign tourists visit Mustang in January
Over 10,000 foreign tourists visit Mustang in January
According to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) under the National Trust for Nature Conservation, Mustang, 10,822 foreign tourists entered Mustang in January, 2026.
Feb 03, 2026
SOCIETY
Resignations, transfers and leave suspended for APF personnel ahead of HoR polls
Resignations, transfers and leave suspended for APF personne...
The Armed Police Force has temporarily suspended resignations, transfers, and leave across all offices from February 3 to ensure maximum personnel deployment under the Integrated Security Plan 2026 ahead of the March 5 House of Representatives election.
Feb 03, 2026
WORLD
Russia rejects western troops deployment in Ukraine
Russia rejects western troops deployment in Ukraine
"The deployment of military units, facilities, warehouses, and other infrastructure of Western countries in Ukraine is unacceptable to us and will be regarded as foreign intervention posing a direct threat to Russia's security", the Ministry said in a statement.
Feb 03, 2026
POLITICS
Election security: Nepali Army to be deployed nationwide from tomorrow
Election security: Nepali Army to be deployed nationwide fro...
In addition, the Armed Police will also be mobilized to support election security.
Feb 03, 2026
SOCIETY
137 crocodiles released in Rapti river
137 crocodiles released in Rapti river
With the release of 20 crocodiles in Rapti river on Monday last time, the number of crocodiles released in Rapti river has reached 137 so far in the current Fiscal Year (FY).
Feb 03, 2026
DIASPORA
12th NRNA conference to be held from March 14
12th NRNA conference to be held from March 14
According to the organizers, the conference is scheduled to take place from March 14 to 16. A high-level organizing committee has been formed under the chairmanship of the Minister for Foreign Affairs to organize the conference. The slogan for this year's conference is 'Our Unity, the Foundation for...
Feb 03, 2026
POLITICS
52 polling stations in Jumla classified as highly sensitive
52 polling stations in Jumla classified as highly sensitive
The security body has categorized polling stations into three categories in order to make voting centres peaceful and fear-free, said Deputy Superintendent of Police at the District Police Office, Rabin Babu Regmi.
Feb 03, 2026