Health
Health budget reallocated to avert health insurance crisis
Health budget reallocated to avert health insurance crisis
Over Rs 12 billion in dues pending by mid-January
Feb 18, 2026
WORLD
Coffee regions hit by extra days of extreme heat: scientists
Coffee regions hit by extra days of extreme heat: scientists
An analysis found that there were 47 extra days of harmful heat per year on average in 25 countries representing nearly all global coffee production between 2021 and 2025, according to independent research group Climate Central.
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
Former King Gyanendra stresses national consensus for development
Former King Gyanendra stresses national consensus for develo...
In a video message released on the eve of the 75th National Democracy Day on Wednesday, he expressed concern over the current political system and leadership practices. Reflecting on the 2007 BS revolution in which the monarchy and the people jointly secured democracy, he paid tribute to King Tribhu...
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
NC releases 10-point commitment letter: Citizens’ dignity as top priority
NC releases 10-point commitment letter: Citizens’ dignity as...
The vision emphasizes placing citizens’ dignity at the forefront, ensuring that every Nepali, regardless of caste, religion, gender, or region, can live with pride and respect. The party has pledged to enforce the rule of law strictly, eliminate privileges based on power or influence, and prov...
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
RSP shows strength with huge turnout in Dhangadhi
RSP shows strength with huge turnout in Dhangadhi
Thousands of supporters and members of the public attended the Pariwartan Udgosh (call for change) held on Wednesday. The gathering drew people from across the province, especially as party Chair Rabi Lamichhane and senior leader Balendra Shah addressed the rally.
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
NC unveils ‘commitment letter’ from Janakpurdham
NC unveils ‘commitment letter’ from Janakpurdham
Unlike previous elections where the manifesto was usually unveiled in Kathmandu, this time the NC chose Janakpurdham, the capital of Madhesh Province, for the announcement.
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
Politics should not dictate development, RSP will build roads for all parties too: Balen S...
Politics should not dictate development, RSP will build road...
Addressing the Pariwartan Udgosh (Call for Change) rally in Dhangadhi on Wednesday, Shah said the RSP will work for all Nepalis, not just supporters of a particular party.
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
Madhesh province’s founding RSP chairperson Mamata Sharma joins NC
Madhesh province’s founding RSP chairperson Mamata Sharma jo...
Sharma joined the Nepali Congress (NC) just ahead of the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections.
Feb 18, 2026
POLITICS
Those who fail to deliver on election promises must face consequences: RSP Chair
Those who fail to deliver on election promises must face con...
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane has said politicians who fail to fulfil their election promises should face consequences.
Feb 18, 2026
SOCIETY
24 injured after a bus carrying army personnel crashes en route to election base camp
24 injured after a bus carrying army personnel crashes en ro...
A bus carrying Nepali Army personnel to establish a base camp for the upcoming House of Representatives election met with an accident in Bhojpur district on Tuesday.
Feb 18, 2026