POLITICS, WORLD
UAE using advanced air defence to protect population: Minister Reem Al Hashimy
UAE using advanced air defence to protect population: Minist...
Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates, has said the country is taking all necessary measures to safeguard its population following recent missile and drone attacks by Iran.
Mar 02, 2026
SOCIETY
ACORAB Nepal launches nationwide fact-checking campaign for community radio journalists
ACORAB Nepal launches nationwide fact-checking campaign for...
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The initiative will mentor journalists and technicians from 21 community radio stations across all seven provinces, helping them identify misinformation, disinformation, propaganda and election-related rumours.
Mar 02, 2026
POLITICS
Nepali killed in Iranian strike in UAE was security guard at Abu Dhabi airport
Nepali killed in Iranian strike in UAE was security guard at...
The Nepali national killed in an Iranian strike in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been identified as 29-year-old Sandesh Shrestha of Gorkha.
Mar 02, 2026
POLITICS
Kailali-1: Tikapur seeks to change its ‘fate’ beyond community lines
Kailali-1: Tikapur seeks to change its ‘fate’ beyond communi...
In previous elections, voting patterns in the area were largely shaped by community-based calculations. As a Tharu-majority region, collective voting from the Tharu community often played a decisive role in determining results. This time, the political mood appears to be changing.
Mar 02, 2026
SOCIETY
Holi spreads message of national unity: NC Prez Thapa
Holi spreads message of national unity: NC Prez Thapa
Giving a message of best wishes on Holi festival today, President Thapa reminded the Holi festival bears cultural and historical importance.
Mar 02, 2026
WORLD
Smoke rising from US embassy in Kuwait City: AFP correspondent
Smoke rising from US embassy in Kuwait City: AFP corresponde...
Sirens earlier sounded over the city following the latest volley of Iranian attacks in retaliation for US and Israeli strikes that killed the supreme leader and other top officials.
Mar 02, 2026
Art & Culture
Nepalis, foreigners celebrate Holi together (with photos)
Nepalis, foreigners celebrate Holi together (with photos)
Celebrated for centuries, Holi carries messages of harmony, friendship and social unity. This year’s festivities once again highlighted a spirit of cultural exchange, as locals and visitors came together in a colorful celebration of tradition and togetherness.
Mar 02, 2026
POLITICS
Banks to offer services on public holidays
Banks to offer services on public holidays
Issuing a directive, the central bank has urged banks and financial institutions to make arrangements to keep their offices open on the Holi festival and the day of the election of members of the House of Representatives, i.e. Thursday, March 5, as well.
Mar 02, 2026
Market
Gold, silver prices surge
Gold, silver prices surge
Gold, which was traded at Rs 320,500 per tola on Sunday, climbed to Rs 326,100 per tola on Monday.
Mar 02, 2026
POLITICS
3 days to HoR elections: Voter education completed across the country
3 days to HoR elections: Voter education completed across th...
The Commission had conducted the voter education program in all 6,743 wards across the country.
Mar 02, 2026