SPORTS
South Africa, India eye T20 World Cup rematch as semi-finals begin
South Africa, India eye T20 World Cup rematch as semi-finals...
Should Aiden Markram's side inflict their second defeat of the tournament on New Zealand -- they beat them comfortably in the group stage -- then a rematch against India for the trophy could be on the cards.
Mar 03, 2026
POLITICS
Election campaigning comes to a halt as Nepal enters silence period
Election campaigning comes to a halt as Nepal enters silence...
According to the Commission, the silence period begins 36 hours before voting day and remains in effect until polling concludes and ballot boxes are sealed. During this time, political parties, candidates and their supporters are strictly prohibited from soliciting votes or engaging in any form of e...
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
Attack by two drones on US embassy in Saudi capital sparks 'limited' fire
Attack by two drones on US embassy in Saudi capital sparks '...
The growing war began on Saturday after joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran that Tehran said killed dozens of civilians and the country's supreme leader.
Mar 03, 2026
POLITICS
Election police add a touch of creativity to their duty
Election police add a touch of creativity to their duty
Amid strict discipline, tight schedules and the weight of responsibility, they have carved out fleeting moments of joy — transforming spare minutes into lively performances. Swaying to popular songs, they have entertained onlookers and softened the otherwise serious mood that typically surroun...
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
El Nino may return in 2026 and make planet even hotter
El Nino may return in 2026 and make planet even hotter
There is a 50- to 60-percent chance of El Nino developing during the July-September period and beyond, according to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
Mar 03, 2026
Art & Culture
Holi festival being marked today in Tarai districts
Holi festival being marked today in Tarai districts
As per legend, the festival is also celebrated as a victory of truth over falsehood, with people of all ages, caste and creed joining the celebration. The government has been giving a public holiday on the occasion of this festival.
Mar 03, 2026
WORLD
'No indication' Iran nuclear installations hit: IAEA
'No indication' Iran nuclear installations hit: IAEA
Iran's ambassador to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Reza Najafi said the key nuclear site Natanz had been attacked, without specifying further.
Mar 03, 2026
POLITICS
Two days to elections: EC directs monitoring officers to implement code of conducts
Two days to elections: EC directs monitoring officers to imp...
The EC has directed the concerned officials to effectively implement the code of conduct as per the provisions stated in the Election Code of Conduct, 2082 BS.
Mar 03, 2026
ECONOMY
Fuel supply to remain normal during election, NOC says
Fuel supply to remain normal during election, NOC says
The NOC has urged consumers to cooperate with the NOC only by purchasing the required quantity of petroleum products.
Mar 03, 2026
ECONOMY
MoF seeks third party intervention mechanism to safeguard share investors’ interests
MoF seeks third party intervention mechanism to safeguard sh...
The ‘Second Five-year Financial Sector Development Strategy’ recently enforced by the Ministry of Finance (MoF) talks about establishing the CCP with an objective of protecting the rights and interests of investors.
Mar 03, 2026