PM Karki vows to hold election on scheduled date PM Karki vows to hold election on scheduled date Prime Minister Sushila Karki has reaffirmed that the government is preparing to hold the parliamentary election on the announced date, March 5, 2026. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has reaffirmed that the government is preparing to hold the parliamentary election on the announced date, March 5, 2026. Kathmandu 19 h ago
Deuba stresses need for youth inclusion in upcoming NC General Convention Deuba stresses need for youth inclusion in upcoming NC General Convention Deuba reaffirmed that the NC’s 15th General Convention will be held as scheduled from January 10 to 12, 2026. Deuba reaffirmed that the NC’s 15th General Convention will be held as scheduled from January 10 to 12, 2026. Kathmandu 1d ago
Nepal, Japan sign Rs 31.76 billion ODA loan agreement for Koteshwor intersection upgrade Nepal, Japan sign Rs 31.76 billion ODA loan agreement for Koteshwor intersection... The Government of Nepal and JICA have signed a major Official Development Assistance (ODA) loan agreement worth 34.49 billion Japanese Yen (approx. Rs 31.76 billion) for the Koteshwor Intersection Improvement Project, aimed at easing traffic congestion in the Kathmandu Valley. The Government of Nepal and JICA have signed a major Official Development Assistance (ODA) loan agreement worth 34.49 billion Japanese Yen (approx. Rs 31.76 billion) for the Koteshwor Intersection Improvement Project, aimed at easing traffic congestion in the Kathmandu Valley. Kathmandu 1d ago
CAAN Chief Pradeep Adhikari, former director arrested CAAN Chief Pradeep Adhikari, former director arrested The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has arrested Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) Director General Pradeep Adhikari and former CAAN Director Murari Bhandari on corruption charges, presenting them before the Special Court with a charge sheet naming six defendants. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has arrested Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) Director General Pradeep Adhikari and former CAAN Director Murari Bhandari on corruption charges, presenting them before the Special Court with a charge sheet naming six defendants. Kathmandu 1d ago
'Immature, hubristic attitude has caused blow to UML' 'Immature, hubristic attitude has caused blow to UML' While CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli has objected to Supreme Court’s order to seek a vote of confidence within 24 hours for Madhes Province’s chief minister, CPN-UML — the largest party in the Madhes provincial assembly — has lost three key positions in less than a month. While CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli has objected to Supreme Court’s order to seek a vote of confidence within 24 hours for Madhes Province’s chief minister, CPN-UML — the largest party in the Madhes provincial assembly — has lost three key positions in less than a month. Kathmandu 2d ago
Minister Gautam vows to address public procurement issues in health sector Minister Gautam vows to address public procurement issues in health sector Minister for Health and Population, Dr. Sudha Gautam, has pledged to resolve issues related to public procurement in the health sector. Minister for Health and Population, Dr. Sudha Gautam, has pledged to resolve issues related to public procurement in the health sector. Kathmandu 2d ago
International conference on Dignified Menstruation to be held International conference on Dignified Menstruation to be held The ‘International Dignified Menstruation Learning Conference 2025’ is set to take place in Kathmandu from December 8 to 10 to commemorate the seventh International Dignified Menstruation Day, which is observed globally every year on the 14th day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, on December 8. The ‘International Dignified Menstruation Learning Conference 2025’ is set to take place in Kathmandu from December 8 to 10 to commemorate the seventh International Dignified Menstruation Day, which is observed globally every year on the 14th day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, on December 8. Kathmandu 02 Dec, 2025
NC general convention slated for January 10-12 NC general convention slated for January 10-12 After much debate, the Nepali Congress’s main working committee has reached an agreement on the decision of the regular general convention, which will take place from January 10 to 12. After much debate, the Nepali Congress’s main working committee has reached an agreement on the decision of the regular general convention, which will take place from January 10 to 12. Kathmandu 02 Dec, 2025
Child marriage pressing problem for girls Child marriage pressing problem for girls In the wake of 16 days of activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), The Himalayan Times interacted with women activists to know their observations regarding GBV in Nepal. In the wake of 16 days of activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), The Himalayan Times interacted with women activists to know their observations regarding GBV in Nepal. Kathmandu 01 Dec, 2025
19 Nepali students awarded Australia Awards scholarships 19 Nepali students awarded Australia Awards scholarships Nineteen Nepali students have been selected for the Australian Government’s prestigious Australia Awards Scholarships, enabling them to pursue postgraduate studies at leading universities in Australia beginning in 2026. Nineteen Nepali students have been selected for the Australian Government’s prestigious Australia Awards Scholarships, enabling them to pursue postgraduate studies at leading universities in Australia beginning in 2026. Kathmandu 01 Dec, 2025
Govt expresses sorrow over devastating floods in Sri Lanka Govt expresses sorrow over devastating floods in Sri Lanka In a press statement issued today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Nepal stands firmly with Sri Lanka during this difficult time. In a press statement issued today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Nepal stands firmly with Sri Lanka during this difficult time. Kathmandu 30 Nov, 2025
RSP, Bibeksheel Sajha announce merger to strengthen alternative politics RSP, Bibeksheel Sajha announce merger to strengthen alternative politics The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and the Bibeksheel Sajha Party have formally merged, sealing an agreement aimed at consolidating the campaign for alternative politics, transparency and good governance in Nepal. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and the Bibeksheel Sajha Party have formally merged, sealing an agreement aimed at consolidating the campaign for alternative politics, transparency and good governance in Nepal. Kathmandu 30 Nov, 2025
IGP Karki calls for collective action as Nepal Police unveils annual gender-based violence report IGP Karki calls for collective action as Nepal Police unveils annual gender-based... Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dan Bahadur Karki has called for coordinated, multi-sectoral efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV), stating that rising cases involving women and children demand urgent and collective action from all stakeholders. Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dan Bahadur Karki has called for coordinated, multi-sectoral efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV), stating that rising cases involving women and children demand urgent and collective action from all stakeholders. Kathmandu 30 Nov, 2025
Bangladesh Embassy hosts fish festival in Kathmandu to promote culinary, trade ties Bangladesh Embassy hosts fish festival in Kathmandu to promote culinary, trade ties The Embassy of Bangladesh in Kathmandu on Friday hosted the Bangladesh Fish Festival 2025, bringing together diplomats, government officials, business leaders, hospitality professionals, and members of civil society for a grand showcase of Bangladeshi freshwater and marine delicacies. The Embassy of Bangladesh in Kathmandu on Friday hosted the Bangladesh Fish Festival 2025, bringing together diplomats, government officials, business leaders, hospitality professionals, and members of civil society for a grand showcase of Bangladeshi freshwater and marine delicacies. Kathmandu 30 Nov, 2025
Pakistan hands over new computer lab to Gyanodaya Secondary School Pakistan hands over new computer lab to Gyanodaya Secondary School Pakistan has handed over a newly established computer laboratory to Gyanodaya Secondary School in Purano Kalimati, Bafal, Kathmandu, strengthening its long-running support for digital education in Nepal. Pakistan has handed over a newly established computer laboratory to Gyanodaya Secondary School in Purano Kalimati, Bafal, Kathmandu, strengthening its long-running support for digital education in Nepal. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
PM Karki meets Gen-Z leaders to expedite signing of govt agreement PM Karki meets Gen-Z leaders to expedite signing of govt agreement The Prime Minister further noted that the agreement would be a political document, and therefore administrators need not be overly concerned about its contents. The Prime Minister further noted that the agreement would be a political document, and therefore administrators need not be overly concerned about its contents. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
PM Karki urges controls on poll spending ahead of HoR elections PM Karki urges controls on poll spending ahead of HoR elections On the occasion, Chairman Dhakal praised the government’s efforts to create an environment conducive to the upcoming March 5 HoR elections. On the occasion, Chairman Dhakal praised the government’s efforts to create an environment conducive to the upcoming March 5 HoR elections. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
YouthCAN.org Project marks four years of youth-led climate action in Nepal YouthCAN.org Project marks four years of youth-led climate action in Nepal A four-year EU-supported initiative that mobilised thousands of young Nepalis for climate action, green entrepreneurship and data-driven resilience concluded in Kathmandu on Wednesday, celebrating four years of transformative, youth-driven climate leadership across the country. A four-year EU-supported initiative that mobilised thousands of young Nepalis for climate action, green entrepreneurship and data-driven resilience concluded in Kathmandu on Wednesday, celebrating four years of transformative, youth-driven climate leadership across the country. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
Five arrested with firearms in Kathmandu Five arrested with firearms in Kathmandu Police arrested five individuals with firearms across different parts of Kathmandu, seizing two pistols, one revolver and ammunition. Police arrested five individuals with firearms across different parts of Kathmandu, seizing two pistols, one revolver and ammunition. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
KMC to roll out digital literacy training to boost cyber safety KMC to roll out digital literacy training to boost cyber safety Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is set to launch a digital literacy programme aimed at helping residents safely carry out online transactions and reduce exposure to cyber risks. Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is set to launch a digital literacy programme aimed at helping residents safely carry out online transactions and reduce exposure to cyber risks. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
Nepal UN minority rights expert Nicolas Levrat visiting Nepal from Dec 4–13 UN Special Rapporteur on minority issues Nicolas Levrat has begun an official visit to Nepal, scheduled from 4 to 13 December 2025, to assess the situation of national, ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities in the country.
Business MetLife Nepal partners with Beema Gojima App to launch exclusive digital insurance packages MetLife Nepal has partnered with Neoassure Insurance Agent Pvt. Ltd., the company behind the digital insurance platform Beema Gojima, to introduce a range of exclusive insurance packages that customers can now purchase directly through the mobile app.
Opinion More research-based analyses, please!: Why perceptions of Nepali institutions matter State repression during the GenZ protests on September 8 fueled more intensified demonstrations the following day, on September 9, and led the country to what is in front of our eyes.
World Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine Putin refused to elaborate on what Russia could accept or reject, and none of the other officials involved offered details of the talks.
Sports Root finally scores an Ashes century for England in Australia and makes it a big one Root went to the crease in the third over with England reeling at 5-2 after Starc's opening burst.
Sports Premier League: Arsenal regains 5-point lead as struggling Liverpool drops more points at Anfield Another win for Arsenal. More misery for Liverpool and its under-fire manager Arne Slot.
Nepal Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane project reaches 76% physical progress The Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane road project has achieved 76 per cent physical progress along the 65-kilometre stretch, according to the Narayanghat–Butwal Road Project (Eastern Section) Office.
Sports Sudurpaschim Royals' unbeaten run continues; Kathmandu Gorkhas qualify for play-offs Sudurpaschim Royals and Kathmandu Gorkhas registered convincing victories in Tuesday’s fixtures of the ongoing Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League in Kathmandu.
Kathmandu PM Karki vows to hold election on scheduled date Prime Minister Sushila Karki has reaffirmed that the government is preparing to hold the parliamentary election on the announced date, March 5, 2026.
