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Delhi hosts Indo-Nepal Trade Festival to boost trade, tourism and cultural links

Nepal’s Jhapa-5 constituency grabs attention as mayor Balendra Shah enters the fray, challenging former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. The high-stakes contest highlights shifting political dynamics in Nepal, with voters closely watching this pivotal seat. Get the latest updates, candidate insights, and election developments from Jhapa-5.


Nepal Polls: Jhapa-5 Seat Takes the Center Stage | Balendra Shah Challenges Ex-PM Oli 

Nepali candidates launch their campaigns on Monday (Feb 16) for next month's parliamentary elections, the first since deadly anti-corruption protests toppled the previous government in 2025.


Campaigning Begins for Nepal's First Election After Gen-Z Led Uprising

Child marriages remain widespread in Nepal, with surveys showing that 42% of the poorest families marry off their children. Experts highlight poverty and lack of education as key drivers of this ongoing social challenge, raising concerns about children’s health, education, and future opportunities.


Nepal: One In Three Girls Married Before 18, Poverty And Education Drive Child Marriages 

Just weeks to go for the elections in Nepal the mountain country is witnessing a remarkable political showdown is taking shape where rhymes, rebellion and raw youth power are colliding with old-guard politics. Balen shah challenges Ex-PM Oli at his home turf.

Nepal Polls: Balen Ditches Safe Seat to Fight on Ex-PM Oli's Turf

The death toll in a bus accident in Nepal has risen to 13 after a vehicle carrying a wedding party tumbled off a mountainous road. Emergency responders rushed to the scene as rescue operations continued in the difficult terrain.


Nepal Bus Accident Death Toll Rises to 13 as Wedding Party Vehicle Plunges Off Road

A passenger bus plunged 200 meters off a mountain road in western Nepal's Baitadi district, killing 13 wedding guests.



Nepal Bus Tragedy: Death Toll Hits 13 in Baitadi Crash

Nepal gears up for March 5, 2026 general elections with Gen-Z youth leading poll preparations, including mass enrollment for temporary police service to bolster security.



Nepal Elections: Youngsters Lead Security Prep 

Nepal’s Election Commission has signed an MoU with TikTok to promote transparency and fairness ahead of upcoming elections. The agreement aims to create a safe digital space, curb misinformation, and engage citizens in the democratic process.


Nepal Election Commission Signs MoU With TikTok to Ensure Fair Polls Ahead of Voting

Authorities in Nepal have arrested six travel and mountain rescue executives accused of conducting fake rescues on the Himalayan nation's high mountains to scam millions of dollars from international insurance companies, officials said Monday.


Nepal's 'Fake Rescue Scam' From 2018 Resurfaces

Nepal's 'Fake Rescue Scam' From 2018 Surfaces; 6 Arrested From 3 Rescue Agencies

India and Nepal are in discussions to establish a cross-border interbank channel, aiming to facilitate smoother transactions, trade, and financial cooperation between the two countries. Officials from New Delhi and Kathmandu are exploring ways to strengthen banking connectivity, payment systems, and bilateral economic ties. This move could boost trade efficiency, reduce transaction costs, and improve financial collaboration in South Asia.

India and Nepal Explore Interbank Channel for Cross-Border Banking

India has deployed over 250 vehicles to Kathmandu, supporting Nepal’s election-related operations. This initiative is part of India’s efforts to assist neighboring countries in ensuring smooth poll logistics, highlighting cooperation and regional partnership.


New Delhi Sends Over 250 Vehicles to Kathmandu

India has deployed over 250 vehicles to Kathmandu, supporting Nepal’s election-related operations. This initiative is part of India’s efforts to assist neighboring countries in ensuring smooth poll logistics, highlighting cooperation and regional partnership.

India Sends 250+ Vehicles to Nepal for Poll Support 

India gifted Nepal the second tranche of election aid for the 2026 polls, delivering over 250 vehicles to Kathmandu to support logistical preparations.


Nepal Visa: India Gifts Nepal 250+ Vehicles for 2026 Elections

Nepal is gearing up for its upcoming elections as political parties accelerate preparations and finalise their election manifestos.


Nepal's Election Commission Says the Country Is Ready to Hold Elections as Planned 

Nepal is gearing up for its upcoming elections as political parties accelerate preparations and finalise their election manifestos.

Nepal Elections: Preparations Underway As Parties Finalise Manifestos

Nepal's former monarch Gyanendra Shah on Monday began a pilgrimage in Madhesh, performing Pooja at the Janaki Temple ahead of the House of Representatives elections scheduled in March. Shah was welcomed by a sea of followers at the historic temple complex, at a time when the nation is still transitioning after the Gen-Z protests in September last year. 

Former Nepal Monarch Starts Pilgrimage in Madhesh Ahead of the March Elections |

In Nepal’s upcoming elections, LGBTQ candidates are running for office in a historic move that highlights growing political inclusion in the predominantly conservative nation. 


Nepal Elections: LGBTQ Candidates In The Fray | WION

Nepali Congress and CPN-UML dominated Nepal’s National Assembly elections, jointly sweeping 17 of 18 seats, with the Nepali Congress emerging as the largest party in the Upper House following the January 25 polls.


Nepal Election: Nepali Congress & CPN-UML Alliance Sweeps Upper House Polls

Nepal Election: Nepali Congress Wins Eight, CPN-UML Wins Seven Seats

Nepal’s election battle has intensified with four former prime ministers entering the race, including KP Sharma Oli. The high-profile contest underscores deep political stakes as Nepal heads into crucial polls that could reshape the country’s leadership.

Nepal Election Heats Up: 4 Former PMs, Including KP Sharma Oli, Enter Race

Nepal Elections: KP Sharma Oli & Three Other Former PMs To Fight Polls

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