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At present, the country is under the partial influence of the westerly winds, the Weather Forecasting Division stated. 

In some areas of Koshi and Madhes Provinces, there is prevalence of mist while partial clouds cover the hilly and mountainous regions of Koshi Province and other parts of the country. 

According to the Division, this afternoon light rain and snowfall is likely to take place in one or two places in the high hill and mountain regions of Koshi and Gandaki Provinces while mist will possibly persist in the Tarai region. 

In the high hill and mountain regions of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces, there will be partial clouds, while the rest of the area will mainly remain clear. 

There is also a forecast of light snowfall and rain in one or two places in the high hill and mountain regions of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki Provinces. 

Similarly, some areas of the Terai will experience mist tonight. In the high hill and mountain regions of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpashchim Provinces, there will be partial clouds, while the rest of the areas will mainly remain clear.

In view of the imminent effects of rain and snowfall on daily life, tourism, health, as well as air and road traffic, the Division has requested all concerned to take necessary precautions. 

The Martyr Day is being observed across the country today by organizing several programs. 

The Martyr Day has been marked by commemorating those who sacrificed their lives for the country and its people. 

The Day is observed by remembering the struggling life and devotion of martyrs,  Shukra Raj Shastri, Dharma Bhakta Mathema, Dasharath Chand and Ganga Lal Shrestha as well as contributions of other martyrs to the establishment of democracy in the country.  

Martyr Week is observed from Magh 10-16 every year on the initiatives of different organizations in memory of brave martyrs who sacrificed their lives against the then Rana regime. 

In 1997, Martyr Shukra Raj Shastri was executed in Teku-based Pachali on Mag 10, Dharma Bhakta Mathema at Shifal on Magh 13 and Gangla Lal Shrestha and Dasharath Chand at Shobha Bhagawati on Magh 15 by Rana ruler while demanding independence. 

India handed over the second tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal, reinforcing bilateral cooperation ahead of the country’s upcoming elections.

Charge d’Affaires of India to Nepal, Dr. Rakesh Pandey, ceremonially handed over more than 250 vehicles to the Government of Nepal at a function held at the Ministry of Finance in Kathmandu. 

The event was attended by Nepal’s Finance Minister Rameshwor Prasad Khanal.

The vehicles form part of the election-related assistance requested by Nepal to support logistical preparations for the forthcoming polls.

Speaking on the occasion, Finance Minister Khanal highlighted the longstanding and friendly ties between India and Nepal and expressed appreciation for the timely assistance. 

He noted that the support would play an important role in ensuring smooth election preparations.

The first tranche of India’s election-related assistance was handed over on January 20, 2026. 

Additional consignments are expected to be delivered in phases over the coming weeks.

The assistance reflects the close development partnership between India and Nepal and underscores the deep-rooted trust and cooperation between the two countries.

Heavy snowfall in Humla, a mountainous district of Karnali Province, has disrupted normal life. 

The snowfall has obstructed road access from the district headquarters, Simkot, to northern Namkha village and other areas.

Continuous snowfall over the past two days has led to the suspension of flights on the Nepalgunj–Simkot and Surkhet–Simkot routes. 

According to Chief District Officer Tek Kumar Regmi, heavy snowfall, particularly on January 28, has intensified the cold in the district. Bonfires have been arranged at government offices to provide warmth for service seekers.

Security personnel, including the Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and Nepal Army, along with government employees, have intensified efforts to clear snow from the Simkot Airport area. Meanwhile, rainfall in the southern belt of the district has further hampered public movement.

Despite the adverse weather conditions, political parties have continued election publicity campaigns in villages ahead of the House of Representatives (HoR) election scheduled for March 5.

Meanwhile, farmers have welcomed the snowfall, citing its benefits for winter crops such as barley, wheat, and oat. 

They say snowfall helps retain soil moisture and improves soil fertility, supporting better crop growth.