POLITICS
Analysts say young voters could decide election outcomes
Analysts say young voters could decide election outcomes
Experts say youth voters are capable of evaluating candidates’ competence, assessing suitability for future leadership, and choosing candidates based on merit rather than party loyalty. Focusing specifically on the 18–25 age group, which makes up roughly 7% of the electorate, analysts hi...
Feb 22, 2026
SOCIETY
20k publicity materials violating code of conduct removed
20k publicity materials violating code of conduct removed
The Dhanusha District Administration Office has removed leaflets, pamphlets, banners and posters that were pasted haphazardly by various candidates within the Janakpurdham municipal area.
Feb 22, 2026
POLITICS
Nepal–India border points to remain closed from March 3 to 5
Nepal–India border points to remain closed from March 3 to 5
A meeting of Nepali and Indian security officials held Saturday at the Integrated Check Post in Birgunj decided to completely seal the border during the period.
Feb 22, 2026
WORLD
Bangladesh to resume tourist visa services for Indians from Monday
Bangladesh to resume tourist visa services for Indians from...
The Bangladesh government had suspended tourist visa services from its diplomatic missions in India due to security reasons. However, after the Bangladesh election, the situation has improved, and the visa service will be fully resumed from Monday.
Feb 22, 2026
ECONOMY
Govt prepares to mix ethanol in petrol in a bid to save Rs 6 billion
Govt prepares to mix ethanol in petrol in a bid to save Rs 6...
Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies Anil Kumar Sinha said the decision to mix ethanol in petrol has reached the implementation stage after extensive study and discussion. Highlighting that research on ethanol blending has been ongoing for nearly two decades, he said, “After around 20...
Feb 22, 2026
Market
NIBL Equity Partners appoints Upendra Poudyal to Advisory Board
NIBL Equity Partners appoints Upendra Poudyal to Advisory Bo...
Poudyal is a veteran of Nepal’s financial sector with nearly four decades of experience in commercial banking, investment banking, and sustainable finance. Over the years, he has worked closely with regulators, financial institutions, and development partners to support the development of Nepa...
Feb 22, 2026
SOCIETY
Govt directs hospitals to submit details of injured during Gen Z movement by Feb 27
Govt directs hospitals to submit details of injured during G...
Dr Prakash Budhathoki, spokesperson for the Ministry of Health and Population, said all hospitals and health facilities involved in treating the injured have been directed to submit the information immediately to the ministry.
Feb 22, 2026
Market
Nepal showcases tourism attractions in Toronto to boost Canadian partnership
Nepal showcases tourism attractions in Toronto to boost Cana...
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The program coincided with the participation of NTB and Nepali private-sector tour companies at the world-renowned Outdoor Adventure Show in Toronto, held from February 20–22 at the International Centre. Nepal Evening provided a platform for networking, business engagement, and collaboration b...
Feb 22, 2026
WORLD
''Decision made to attack Iran'': Former CIA officer John Kiriakou claims US strike immine...
''Decision made to attack Iran'': Former CIA officer John Ki...
Speaking on the Julian Dorey Podcast, Kiriakou revealed that a fellow former intelligence official recently at the White House suggested that an attack could be imminent, despite public deadlines given by the administration.
Feb 22, 2026
ECONOMY
NEPSE nosedives 27.59 points as 220 companies lose their market charm
NEPSE nosedives 27.59 points as 220 companies lose their mar...
Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) on Sunday nosedived 27.59 points to close at 2,614.55 points.
Feb 22, 2026