PM Sushila Karki Reaffirms Nepal's Human Rights Commitment at UN Council

Business

Feb 18, 2026

Nepal Received Rs 1.62 Trillion in Remittances in Six Months — But Capital Budget Spending Stands at Just 15 Percent

Record remittance inflows of Rs 1.62 trillion in six months are propping up Nepal's foreign exchange reserves. But the government has spent only 15.62% of its capital development budget in seven months. The numbers reveal an economy dangerously dependent on migration and unable to invest in itself. #NepalEconomy #Remittance #Development

Education

Feb 15, 2026

AI in 2026: From Hype to Reality as Industry Pivots from Scaling to Practical Applications

SAN FRANCISCO — After years of explosive growth fueled by ever-larger language models and ambitious promises, the artificial intelligence industry is entering a new phase in 2026. The focus is shifting toward practical deployment, specialized systems, and proving that AI can deliver measurable business value beyond impressive demonstrations.

Culture

Feb 18, 2026

President Paudel Hails Gyalpo Lhosar for Fostering Harmony and National Unity

As Nepali Tamang community celebrates Gyalpo Lhosar today, President Ramchandra Paudel emphasized festivals' role in building fraternity and tolerance across diverse groups. Wishes pour in for peace and prosperity. #GyalpoLhosar #NepalFestivals #NationalUnity

Politics

Feb 15, 2026

Bangladesh's Historic Election: BNP Claims Victory in First Post-Revolution Vote

DHAKA, Bangladesh — In a landmark moment for South Asian democracy, Bangladesh held its first widely recognized free and fair elections on February 12, 2026. The vote marks a dramatic political shift following the student-led uprising that reshaped the country’s leadership landscape in 2024.

Iran Expands Uranium Enrichment Amid Rising Western Pressure

Iran increases uranium enrichment levels as Western powers warn of new sanctions. Nuclear tensions rise across the Middle East. #Iran #NuclearDeal #IAEA

Nepal Army Ramps Up Security Ahead of March 5 General Elections

With the House of Representatives elections set for March 5, 2026, the Nepal Army intensifies nationwide security measures amid code of conduct violations and preparations. #NepalElections2026 #ElectionSecurity

IMF Concludes 2026 Article IV Consultation with Nepal Economic Agreement

The IMF reached a staff-level agreement on Nepal's final ECF review and 2026 Article IV, projecting modest 3-3.5% growth amid political transition. Low inflation and strong reserves noted, but financial vulnerabilities persist. #NepalEconomy #IMF2026