Businessman Shekhar Golchha arrested Businessman Shekhar Golchha arrested Businessman Shekhar Golchha was taken into custody from the Naxal area in Kathmandu on Thursday in connection with an ongoing investigation into securities transactions linked to controversial businessman Deepak Bhatta. Businessman Shekhar Golchha was taken into custody from the Naxal area in Kathmandu on Thursday in connection with an ongoing investigation into securities transactions linked to controversial businessman Deepak Bhatta. Kathmandu 23 Apr, 2026
Government decides not to relocate Police Academy Government decides not to relocate Police Academy The government has decided not to relocate Maharajgunj-based National Police Academy. The government has decided not to relocate Maharajgunj-based National Police Academy. Kathmandu 23 Apr, 2026
Thapa stresses need to attract youth to politics Thapa stresses need to attract youth to politics Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has underscored the need to attract young people to politics. Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has underscored the need to attract young people to politics. Kathmandu 22 Apr, 2026
Agreement reached on curbing misuse of diplomatic passports Agreement reached on curbing misuse of diplomatic passports Recalling past instances of misuse, Speaker Aryal emphasized the need for stringent action to curb the abuse of diplomatic passports. Recalling past instances of misuse, Speaker Aryal emphasized the need for stringent action to curb the abuse of diplomatic passports. Kathmandu 22 Apr, 2026
Minister Gurung mired in controversy twice in less than three weeks Minister Gurung mired in controversy twice in less than three weeks Another minister has become embroiled in controversy less than a month after the formation of the Rastriya Swatantra Party-led government. Another minister has become embroiled in controversy less than a month after the formation of the Rastriya Swatantra Party-led government. Kathmandu 21 Apr, 2026
Two immigration officials removed from TIA duties over illegal passport stamping Two immigration officials removed from TIA duties over illegal passport stamping Two immigration officials have been relieved of their duties at Tribhuvan International Airport and referred for investigation after they were found to have acted outside prevailing law and departmental decisions Two immigration officials have been relieved of their duties at Tribhuvan International Airport and referred for investigation after they were found to have acted outside prevailing law and departmental decisions Kathmandu 21 Apr, 2026
Non-Resident Ambassadors Present Credentials to President Paudel Non-Resident Ambassadors Present Credentials to President Paudel At separate ceremonies held at Sheetal Niwas, President Paudel received the credentials of four ambassadors. At separate ceremonies held at Sheetal Niwas, President Paudel received the credentials of four ambassadors. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
US Assistant Secretary of State Kapur arrives US Assistant Secretary of State Kapur arrives US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, S. Paul Kapur, arrived here today. During his visit to Nepal, he is scheduled to meet government officials, business leaders, and cultural experts. US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, S. Paul Kapur, arrived here today. During his visit to Nepal, he is scheduled to meet government officials, business leaders, and cultural experts. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
PM to hold talks with university, academy heads PM to hold talks with university, academy heads Prime Minister Balendra Shah is set to hold a meeting with vice-chancellors of universities and academies at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers today. Prime Minister Balendra Shah is set to hold a meeting with vice-chancellors of universities and academies at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers today. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
Stakeholders underscore need for reforms in anti- sexual violence laws Stakeholders underscore need for reforms in anti- sexual violence laws 'Prima Facie' a one-woman play written by Suzie Miller to highlight the flaws in current judicial system that ignores the victim's perspectives during the trial. 'Prima Facie' a one-woman play written by Suzie Miller to highlight the flaws in current judicial system that ignores the victim's perspectives during the trial. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
Fur Diki Sherpa aims to summit Lhotse and return to base camp within 24 hours Fur Diki Sherpa aims to summit Lhotse and return to base camp within 24 hours Mountaineer Fur Diki Sherpa has announced a bid to complete the fastest ascent of Mount Lhotse (8,516m) this spring, aiming to climb from base camp to summit and return within 24 hours. Mountaineer Fur Diki Sherpa has announced a bid to complete the fastest ascent of Mount Lhotse (8,516m) this spring, aiming to climb from base camp to summit and return within 24 hours. Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
SC legitimizes special general convention of Nepali Congress SC legitimizes special general convention of Nepali Congress The Supreme Court (SC) has given legitimacy to the Gagan Kumar Thapa-led Nepali Congress (NC). The Supreme Court (SC) has given legitimacy to the Gagan Kumar Thapa-led Nepali Congress (NC). Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
Tourism Minister Paudel holds talks with envoys of China, Japan and Lithuania Tourism Minister Paudel holds talks with envoys of China, Japan and Lithuania Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel 'Ganes' held courtesy meetings with ambassadors of China, Japan and Lithuania in Kathmandu on Friday, discussing cooperation in tourism and broader development sectors. Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel 'Ganes' held courtesy meetings with ambassadors of China, Japan and Lithuania in Kathmandu on Friday, discussing cooperation in tourism and broader development sectors. Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
No policy to restrict employment on UAE visit visas: DoI No policy to restrict employment on UAE visit visas: DoI The Department of Immigration has clarified that there is no provision or policy to impose employment restrictions on Nepali citizens traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under visit visas. The Department of Immigration has clarified that there is no provision or policy to impose employment restrictions on Nepali citizens traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under visit visas. Kathmandu 16 Apr, 2026
UK Ambassador Fenn Calls on Education Minister, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation UK Ambassador Fenn Calls on Education Minister, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation During the meeting, the two discussed various aspects of Nepal–UK relations, with a focus on mutual cooperation and collaboration, During the meeting, the two discussed various aspects of Nepal–UK relations, with a focus on mutual cooperation and collaboration, Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
KMC implements carpooling system to address fuel crisis KMC implements carpooling system to address fuel crisis Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol said the system has been introduced to better manage the ongoing fuel crisis by ensuring the optimal use of available vehicles. Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol said the system has been introduced to better manage the ongoing fuel crisis by ensuring the optimal use of available vehicles. Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
Internal feud lingers in Nepali Congress Internal feud lingers in Nepali Congress As the Sher Bahadur Deuba faction continues to call meetings and make statements on its own, Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa — who was elected through a disputed Special General Convention — has declared that unauthorised activity outside of the party office has a limit and will not be tolerated. As the Sher Bahadur Deuba faction continues to call meetings and make statements on its own, Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa — who was elected through a disputed Special General Convention — has declared that unauthorised activity outside of the party office has a limit and will not be tolerated. Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
KMC launches night passenger bus service from tonight KMC launches night passenger bus service from tonight The service will commence from Pulchowk at 7:00 pm. The service will commence from Pulchowk at 7:00 pm. Kathmandu 14 Apr, 2026
Speaker Aryal inquires into parliament building construction status Speaker Aryal inquires into parliament building construction status Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has inquired about the progress of the Parliament building construction. Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has inquired about the progress of the Parliament building construction. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
Former PM Oli undergoes successful gallstone surgery Former PM Oli undergoes successful gallstone surgery Former PM Oli underwent the procedure on the advice of his doctors. Former PM Oli underwent the procedure on the advice of his doctors. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
Sports Lionel Messi scores 20th World Cup goal, extends streak to 8 games and takes Golden Boot lead Lionel Messi's goal-scoring streak lived on, and he made it look easy.
Kathmandu Social media scam leads police to Rs 14.87 million crypto operation Police have arrested a 25-year-old man on charges of carrying out illegal cryptocurrency transactions worth more than Rs 14.87 million and converting money allegedly obtained through online fraud into digital assets.
Environment 127 killed in disasters since mid-April as monsoon triggers fresh weather alert Natural disasters have claimed 127 lives and injured 773 people across Nepal since the beginning of the current disaster season on April 14, with authorities warning of continued rainfall and possible heavy downpours in several provinces over the coming days.
Nepal 23 injured as passenger bus plunges 100 metres off road in Baitadi At least 23 people were injured after a passenger bus veered off the road and plunged around 100 metres down a hillside along the Dasharath Chand Highway in Baitadi district on Friday afternoon.
Nepal Nepal's Kili Pemba Sherpa completes all 14 world's highest peaks with Nanga Parbat ascent Veteran Nepali mountaineer Kili Pemba Sherpa has joined the elite club of climbers to summit all 14 mountains above 8,000 metres after successfully scaling Nanga Parbat (8,125m) in Pakistan on Friday morning.
Kathmandu British Council opens £500,000 heritage protection grants for Nepal and South Asia The British Council has opened a new funding round under its Cultural Protection Fund, offering grants of up to £500,000 to organisations working to safeguard cultural heritage threatened by conflict and climate change in Nepal and other South Asian countries.
Business Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel wins four global hospitality awards Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel has won four honours at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, strengthening its position among Nepal's leading hospitality establishments.
Business Yango Ride, Traffic Police launch road safety campaign for 200 new riders Ride-hailing platform Yango Ride, in collaboration with Nepal Traffic Police, has launched a road safety awareness programme for new motorcycle riders in Kathmandu.
Business Yamaha Nepal marks 71st anniversary with blood drives, traffic awareness and community outreach Yamaha Nepal celebrated the 71st anniversary of Yamaha Motor Co. with nationwide community service programmes, customer offers and employee recognition events across all seven provinces.