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Optics and elections: How a ceremonial performance sparked geopolitical speculation in Nepal
As campaigning for the HoR election intensifies, the episode underscores how routine diplomatic and military engagements can quickly become political flashpoints — especially when sovereignty, foreign influence and generational politics dominate public discourse.
Feb 16, 2026
Candidates intensify door-to-door campaigning ahead of ...
Candidates intensify door-to-door campaigning ahead of ...
Feb 16, 2026
EC receives 66 complaints of code of conduct violation
EC receives 66 complaints of code of conduct violation
Feb 16, 2026
23 election candidates take permission for opening bank...
23 election candidates take permission for opening bank...
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FM Sharma leaving for Dhaka to attend swearing-in ceremony of new PM today
FM Sharma leaving for Dhaka to attend swearing-in ceremony o...
Foreign Minister Sharm's visit reflects Nepal's commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations and deepening the bonds of cooperation between Nepal and Bangladesh, reads a press release issued by the Foreign Ministry.
10 hours ago
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Ousted as PM, Nepal's veteran Marxist leader Oli seeks return
Ousted as PM, Nepal's veteran Marxist leader Oli seeks retur...
Less than six months since the September anti-corruption unrest, in which at least 77 people were killed, the 73-year-old is seeking his political comeback.
11 hours ago
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RSP Jhapa-5 regional council member Khanal joins UML
RSP Jhapa-5 regional council member Khanal joins UML
Khanal, who had been playing an active role in strengthening the RSP organization in Jhapa-5—the home district and constituency of UML chair KP Sharma Oli—left the party and chose to join the UML.
11 hours ago
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NC would emerge as university of politics: General Secretary Paudel
NC would emerge as university of politics: General Secretary...
During an interaction organized by the Intellectuals and Professional Groups in the federal capital, General Secretary Paudel reminded NC's commitment to national politics and development. Anyone willing to join NC for this cause would be provided proper space, he added.
11 hours ago
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JSP Nepal candidate from Rupandehi-3 joins UML
JSP Nepal candidate from Rupandehi-3 joins UML
He has announced his decision to join the CPN-UML.
14 hours ago
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I am close to people, my victory is certain: Renu Dahal
I am close to people, my victory is certain: Renu Dahal
Her remarks came in response to a news story by an online media outlet on Sunday suggesting she could be defeated by her rival Sobita Gautam of the Rastriya Swatantra Party in Chitwan-3.
14 hours ago
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EC issues 63-Point guidelines; Campaigning set to February 4 to March 2
EC issues 63-Point guidelines; Campaigning set to February 4...
The EC has warned parties and candidates against obstructing voters’ rights through intimidation, threats, coercion, harassment, social boycott, bribery, economic inducement, or religious provocation.
15 hours ago
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Gagan defends claim of Rs 300,000 to 400,000 laptop earnings from Kirtipur hills
Gagan defends claim of Rs 300,000 to 400,000 laptop earnings...
Nepal can truly become a digital hub within five years. This is not rhetoric—it is a working plan. We must act without wasting time,” Thapa emphasized.
15 hours ago
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Ballot printing enters final stage, says JEMC
Ballot printing enters final stage, says JEMC
Executive Managing Director Yadu Nath Paudel said the pending ballots for Bagmati Province would be printed by this evening.
16 hours ago
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Pakistan-Nepal Friendship T20 Tournament concludes
Pakistan-Nepal Friendship T20 Tournament concludes
Seven Nepali cricketers who later advanced to national-level teams were also recognized.
17 hours ago