Sunday, February 8th, 2026

HoR polls: Authorities urge respect for voter confidentiality

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: The District Election Office, Kathmandu, has objected to the misuse of social media and some online media outlets to violate voter confidentiality regarding whom to vote for. The office has drawn attention to the[ ... ]

Nepal to take on England in T20 World Cup today

Khabarhub

KATHMANDU: The long wait for cricket fans is coming to an end as the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup gets underway, with Nepal set to face defending champions England in their opening match on Sunday.[ ... ]

National Health Insurance scheme sinks into crisis as hospitals halt services

Why unpaid dues, rising claims and policy confusion are crippling health insurance.

Pawan Mudbhari

KATHMANDU: The government’s National Health Insurance Program, launched to provide accessible, affordable and quality healthcare to citizens, has plunged into a deep crisis, with more than three dozen private and community hospitals across the country[ ... ]

Pillion rider dies in motorcycle accident

KATHMANDU: A man died in a motorcycle accident in Lokchhong, Silichong Rural Municipality–2, Sankhuwasabha, last evening. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Kumar Prasad Mainali of the District Police Office, Prem Kumar Rai, 56, of Silichong–2, Beteni, originally from Salpa Silicho–1, Kamletar, Bhojpur, died on…

Ban on use of drone in elections

KATHMANDU: The government has banned the use of drones in the upcoming elections. Spokesperson and…

Jhapa–4 becomes a testing ground for old and new political forces

SURUNGA: Construction of a bridge over the Kankai River, connecting Jhapa Rural Municipality–2 and Gauriganj…

UML Chair Oli claims UML victory certain in Jhapa

JHAPA: Chairman of the CPN-UML KP Sharma Oli has claimed that his party is certain…

‘We trusted a gentleman’s agreement with RSP, but were betrayed’

KATHMANDU: When the Ujyalo Nepal Party led by Kulman Ghising entered into a 12-day unification…

Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu hosts art exhibition and artist talk

KATHMANDU: The Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu organized an art exhibition and artist talk titled “Colours of Pakistan through the Brush of a Nepali Artist” at…

Protein can be easily met through traditional Nepali diets

KATHMANDU: The human body needs to produce many internal hormones to function properly. To work efficiently and recover from illness, the body also requires an…

World Meditation Day observed in Kathmandu (Photos)

KATHMANDU: In line with an announcement by the United Nations, World Meditation Day was celebrated in Kathmandu today with various programs. The United Nations has…

Economic Digest: Nepal’s Business News in a Snap

KATHMANDU: Economic Digest offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of significant business happenings in Nepal, presented in easily digestible summaries. Recent economic, infrastructure, and governance developments in Nepal reflect a mix of cautious optimism and…

545 students graduate from Nepal Open University

KATHMANDU: Prime Minister (PM) Sushila Karki awarded degrees to students from various faculties of Nepal Open University during its first

TU to award academic credits for students’ extracurricular achievements

KIRTIPUR: Students at Tribhuvan University (TU) will now receive academic credits not only for their academic performance but also for

GESI-responsive budgeting: Boon for educational transformation

Public budgets are not just financial instruments; they are a statement of a government’s priorities and values. In Nepal, the

Local level closes schools to avoid severe cold in Kailali

KAILALI: Gauriganga Municipality in Kailali district has closed all schools for a week to protect students from the impact of

Health Ministry urges public vigilance over Nipah virus

KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Health and Population has stated that it is fully committed to…

Provincial Hospital Parbat faces crisis over unpaid health insurance funds

PARBAT: The only well-equipped provincial hospital in Parbat is struggling due to long delays in…

Health insurance services hit as major hospitals suspend treatment over financial, policy gaps

KATHMANDU: Nepal’s health insurance program, designed to provide citizens with quality and accessible treatment, is…

Measles infection spreads in Malangwa

SARLAHI: Measles infection has spread in Malangwa Municipality–3, with seven confirmed cases reported so far.…

Nepal Medical Association election postponed

KATHMANDU: The election of the Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has been postponed following an interim…

Operator of Casino Waldo arrested

KATHMANDU: The operator of Casino Waldo has been arrested on charges of defrauding customers and…

Indian national arrested with marijuana

KATHMANDU: An Indian national has been arrested at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) with around four…