Nepal–France collaboration launches AI-based river flow forecasting system Nepal–France collaboration launches AI-based river flow forecasting system Blue Water Intelligence (BWI) has launched machine learning-enabled river flow forecasting and early warning services in Nepal under the HydroNepal Project, marking a milestone in Nepal–France cooperation on water and energy security. Blue Water Intelligence (BWI) has launched machine learning-enabled river flow forecasting and early warning services in Nepal under the HydroNepal Project, marking a milestone in Nepal–France cooperation on water and energy security. Kathmandu 31 Jan, 2026
4th JICA Chair focuses on strengthening maternal and child health in Nepal 4th JICA Chair focuses on strengthening maternal and child health in Nepal The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Nepal Office, in collaboration with Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital and the Institute of Medicine, organized the 4th JICA Chair on January 29, focusing on maternal and child health (MCH). The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Nepal Office, in collaboration with Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital and the Institute of Medicine, organized the 4th JICA Chair on January 29, focusing on maternal and child health (MCH). Kathmandu 31 Jan, 2026
NC President Thapa calls for party unity NC President Thapa calls for party unity “There are no factions in the Nepali Congress. We must move forward in unity,” Thapa said. “There are no factions in the Nepali Congress. We must move forward in unity,” Thapa said. Kathmandu 30 Jan, 2026
Home Ministry shares model of inclusive electoral management Home Ministry shares model of inclusive electoral management The Ministry has already issued directives to all District Administration Offices to implement the model. The Ministry has already issued directives to all District Administration Offices to implement the model. Kathmandu 30 Jan, 2026
Pakistan Embassy hosts art exhibition showcasing Pakistan through Nepali artist's work Pakistan Embassy hosts art exhibition showcasing Pakistan through Nepali artist's... The Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu hosted an art exhibition and artist talk titled “Colours of Pakistan through the Brush of a Nepali Artist” on January 28, highlighting the works of renowned Nepali artist Bidhata KC inspired by her artistic journey in Pakistan. The Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu hosted an art exhibition and artist talk titled “Colours of Pakistan through the Brush of a Nepali Artist” on January 28, highlighting the works of renowned Nepali artist Bidhata KC inspired by her artistic journey in Pakistan. Kathmandu 30 Jan, 2026
Joint patrol for election security in Kathmandu Joint patrol for election security in Kathmandu The District Police Range, Kathmandu, has launched a joint patrol as part of security arrangements for the upcoming HoR election. The District Police Range, Kathmandu, has launched a joint patrol as part of security arrangements for the upcoming HoR election. Kathmandu 29 Jan, 2026
India provides second tranche of election assistance to Nepal India provides second tranche of election assistance to Nepal India has provided the second tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal, with over 250 vehicles handed over to support preparations for the upcoming elections. India has provided the second tranche of election-related assistance to Nepal, with over 250 vehicles handed over to support preparations for the upcoming elections. Kathmandu 29 Jan, 2026
EC submits National Assembly election report to Prez Paudel EC submits National Assembly election report to Prez Paudel The report on the National Assembly election held on January 25 has been formally submitted to President Ramchandra Paudel. The report on the National Assembly election held on January 25 has been formally submitted to President Ramchandra Paudel. Kathmandu 28 Jan, 2026
Israeli Embassy in Nepal marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Kathmandu Israeli Embassy in Nepal marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Kathmandu The Embassy of Israel in Nepal marked the United Nations International Holocaust Remembrance Day by hosting a memorial programme titled “Zikaron Bassalon – Memory in the Living Room” in Kathmandu on Wednesday. The Embassy of Israel in Nepal marked the United Nations International Holocaust Remembrance Day by hosting a memorial programme titled “Zikaron Bassalon – Memory in the Living Room” in Kathmandu on Wednesday. Kathmandu 28 Jan, 2026
EC seeks clarification from candidates, parties over code violations EC seeks clarification from candidates, parties over code violations The Election Commission (EC) has sought clarifications from several election candidates and political parties for alleged violations of the Election Code of Conduct. The Election Commission (EC) has sought clarifications from several election candidates and political parties for alleged violations of the Election Code of Conduct. Kathmandu 27 Jan, 2026
Party manifestos and their delivery: An in-depth review Party manifestos and their delivery: An in-depth review While existing major political parties and emerging political parties are receiving a lot of attention in the wake of the new wave of the Gen Z revolution in early September last year, The Himalayan Times looked back at their previous manifestos (2022 House of Representatives (HoR) elections) and how firmly they stood by them before coming up with a new one to appease voters. While existing major political parties and emerging political parties are receiving a lot of attention in the wake of the new wave of the Gen Z revolution in early September last year, The Himalayan Times looked back at their previous manifestos (2022 House of Representatives (HoR) elections) and how firmly they stood by them before coming up with a new one to appease voters. Kathmandu 27 Jan, 2026
Kathmandu Constituency-2 experiencing election rush for new representatives Kathmandu Constituency-2 experiencing election rush for new representatives Kathmandu Constituency-2, which prefers to elect new representatives in each election, is experiencing a growing election fever. Election campaigning is only permitted by the Election Commission after March 16. Prior to that, candidates are prohibited from both going door-to-door to solicit votes and holding public election meetings. Kathmandu Constituency-2, which prefers to elect new representatives in each election, is experiencing a growing election fever. Election campaigning is only permitted by the Election Commission after March 16. Prior to that, candidates are prohibited from both going door-to-door to solicit votes and holding public election meetings. Kathmandu 27 Jan, 2026
SC orders collection of additional evidence in Lamichhane case SC orders collection of additional evidence in Lamichhane case The Supreme Court has ordered the collection of additional evidence in the organised crime and money laundering case against Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) President Rabi Lamichhane. The Supreme Court has ordered the collection of additional evidence in the organised crime and money laundering case against Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) President Rabi Lamichhane. Kathmandu 26 Jan, 2026
SC declines to issue interim order in Chaudhary's petition SC declines to issue interim order in Chaudhary's petition The next hearing of the case is scheduled for January 29. The next hearing of the case is scheduled for January 29. Kathmandu 25 Jan, 2026
Former comrades currently contenders in Kathmandu Constituency-1 Former comrades currently contenders in Kathmandu Constituency-1 Kathmandu Constituency-1 is expected to see one of the most interesting clashes between former colleagues from the same party. Kathmandu Constituency-1 is expected to see one of the most interesting clashes between former colleagues from the same party. Kathmandu 25 Jan, 2026
British Council's Cultural Protection Fund marks 10 yea British Council's Cultural Protection Fund marks 10 yea The British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund has marked its tenth year of operation, continuing efforts to safeguard cultural heritage at risk from conflict and climate change in Nepal and other countries. The British Council’s Cultural Protection Fund has marked its tenth year of operation, continuing efforts to safeguard cultural heritage at risk from conflict and climate change in Nepal and other countries. Kathmandu 23 Jan, 2026
NC President Gagan Thapa assumes office today NC President Gagan Thapa assumes office today Newly elected Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa is assuming office today following the party’s second special general convention. Newly elected Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa is assuming office today following the party’s second special general convention. Kathmandu 23 Jan, 2026
NAST's IAC empowers marginalized youth with advanced digital skills to promote self-employment in Nawalpur NAST's IAC empowers marginalized youth with advanced digital skills to promote... With the objective of enhancing digital literacy and reducing Nepal’s digital divide, IAC under the NAST recently conducted a three-day digital skills training program for Tharu youth in Nawalpur. With the objective of enhancing digital literacy and reducing Nepal’s digital divide, IAC under the NAST recently conducted a three-day digital skills training program for Tharu youth in Nawalpur. Kathmandu 22 Jan, 2026
90 Nepalis deported from US arrive on chartered flight 90 Nepalis deported from US arrive on chartered flight The Nepal Police Bureau of Anti-Human Trafficking is conducting investigations into the cases. The Nepal Police Bureau of Anti-Human Trafficking is conducting investigations into the cases. Kathmandu 21 Jan, 2026
Five veterans receive Skill Hero Award at Skill Week 2026 Five veterans receive Skill Hero Award at Skill Week 2026 Five individuals from diverse professional fields were honoured with the Skill Hero Award 2026 at the closing ceremony of Skill Week 2026, organised by Glocal After School, in Lalitpur on Monday. Five individuals from diverse professional fields were honoured with the Skill Hero Award 2026 at the closing ceremony of Skill Week 2026, organised by Glocal After School, in Lalitpur on Monday. Kathmandu 21 Jan, 2026
Nepal Aryal sole candidate for HoR Speaker, set for unopposed election Dol Prasad Aryal, Vice Chairperson of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, has emerged as the sole candidate for Speaker of the House of Representatives after filing his nomination within the stipulated deadline on Friday.
Health Health Ministry rolls out free treatment listings, burn wards and air ambulance standby in reform push The Ministry of Health and Population has released a progress update on health sector reforms under the government's 100-point governance agenda, reporting advances across free treatment access, hospital service quality, burn care facilities, air ambulance preparedness, and a new public grievance system.
Science and Tech Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth NASA’s Artemis II astronauts fired their engines and blazed toward the moon Thursday night, breaking free of the chains that have trapped humanity in shallow laps around Earth in the decades since Apollo.
Business Italian premium motorcycle brand Morbidelli launched in Nepal Italian motorcycle brand Morbidelli has been officially launched in the Nepali market, introducing a range of premium motorcycles targeting high-end riders and enthusiasts.
Nepal Tractor accident in Rautahat claims driver's life A 28-year-old tractor driver was found dead on Friday morning after being trapped under the engine in a tractor accident in Gadhimai Municipality.
Kathmandu RSP's Aryal files nomination for HoR Speaker Vice-chairperson of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), Dol Prasad Aryal, filed his nomination for the post of Speaker of the House of Representatives on Friday.
Business Fuel prices hiked by Rs 15 per litre from midnight The Nepal Oil Corporation has increased the prices of petrol, diesel and kerosene by Rs 15 per litre, with the revised rates coming into effect from midnight Thursday.
Nepal Three more Nepalis rescued, repatriated from Cambodia Three more Nepali nationals stranded in Cambodia have been brought back to Nepal with the initiative of the Embassy of Nepal in Bangkok and support from Cambodian authorities.
Nepal Nepal Airlines begins special flights to Gulf amid travel disruption Nepal Airlines has begun operating special flights to Gulf destinations from Friday to facilitate Nepali nationals affected by recent travel disruptions.
