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   Tuesday, 25 August 2026

The Himalayan Times

Kathmandu

Prime Minister Balendra Shah answers questions from parliamentarians during a House of Representatives session at the Federal Parliament in Singha Durbar, Kathmandu, on Sunday. Photo: Pradeep Raj Onta/RSS

PM Shah responds to lawmakers in HoR, pledges diplomatic solution to border disputes

PM Shah responds to lawmakers in HoR, pledges diplomatic solution to border disputes

Prime Minister Balendra Shah responded to lawmakers’ queries in the House of Representatives (HoR) on Sunday, amid continued demands from opposition parties for the Prime Minister to address Parliament.
Prime Minister Balendra Shah responded to lawmakers’ queries in the House of Representatives (HoR) on Sunday, amid continued demands from opposition parties for the Prime Minister to address Parliament.
Kathmandu 31 May, 2026
UNICEF - Asha Dreams in Motion

EU, UNICEF launch 'Asha: Dreams in Motion' to link education with jobs for Nepali youth

EU, UNICEF launch 'Asha: Dreams in Motion' to link education with jobs for Nepali...

The European Union (EU) and UNICEF Nepal have launched a new initiative titled “Asha: Dreams in Motion” aimed at strengthening dialogue on skills development and improving the transition of young people from education to employment in Nepal.
The European Union (EU) and UNICEF Nepal have launched a new initiative titled “Asha: Dreams in Motion” aimed at strengthening dialogue on skills development and improving the transition of young people from education to employment in Nepal.
Kathmandu 31 May, 2026
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73rd International Sagarmatha Day being observed today

73rd International Sagarmatha Day being observed today

The 73rd International Sagarmatha Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes highlighting mountain tourism, environmental conservation and safe mountaineering.
The 73rd International Sagarmatha Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes highlighting mountain tourism, environmental conservation and safe mountaineering.
Kathmandu 29 May, 2026
PM Shah posing for a photo with EU ambassador Véronique Lorenzo (left) following a meeting at Singha Durbar in Kathmandu on Tuesday.

'EU not involved in political shakeups in Nepal'

'EU not involved in political shakeups in Nepal'

The European Union Ambassador to Nepal, Véronique Lorenzo, has strongly dismissed allegations that the EU interfered in recent domestic political shakeups, labelling claims that the bloc manipulated the recent youth-led Gen Z protest movement as a baseless attempt at misinformation.
The European Union Ambassador to Nepal, Véronique Lorenzo, has strongly dismissed allegations that the EU interfered in recent domestic political shakeups, labelling claims that the bloc manipulated the recent youth-led Gen Z protest movement as a baseless attempt at misinformation.
Kathmandu 29 May, 2026
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Italy marks 80th Republic Day in Kathmandu with diplomatic reception and musical evening

Italy marks 80th Republic Day in Kathmandu with diplomatic reception and musical...

The Embassy of Italy in Nepal hosted a reception at Hotel Aloft, Thamel on Tuesday evening to mark the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, bringing together diplomats, government officials and members of the Kathmandu business and civil society community.
The Embassy of Italy in Nepal hosted a reception at Hotel Aloft, Thamel on Tuesday evening to mark the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, bringing together diplomats, government officials and members of the Kathmandu business and civil society community.
Kathmandu 28 May, 2026
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NHRC recommends action against KP Oli, two former ministers, senior security officials over Gen Z protest violence

NHRC recommends action against KP Oli, two former ministers, senior security...

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has held former prime minister KP Sharma Oli primarily responsible for the September 2025 Gen Z protest violence that left 76 people dead, recommending legal action against him along with two former ministers and several senior security officials for human rights violations.
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has held former prime minister KP Sharma Oli primarily responsible for the September 2025 Gen Z protest violence that left 76 people dead, recommending legal action against him along with two former ministers and several senior security officials for human rights violations.
Kathmandu 27 May, 2026
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Nepal, South Korea discuss regional cooperation in South Asia

Nepal, South Korea discuss regional cooperation in South Asia

The Embassy of the South Korea in Nepal and Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs jointly organised a seminar on enhancing regional integration and cooperation in South Asia in Kathmandu on Tuesday.
The Embassy of the South Korea in Nepal and Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs jointly organised a seminar on enhancing regional integration and cooperation in South Asia in Kathmandu on Tuesday.
Kathmandu 26 May, 2026
File - Prime Minister Balen Shah gestures during a swearing-in ceremony at the President’s residence in Kathmandu, Nepal, on Friday, March 27, 2026. Photo: Skanda Gautam/THT

PM has no immediate plan for foreign visit, to meet EU team today

PM has no immediate plan for foreign visit, to meet EU team today

Amid the ongoing headlines about Rastriya Swatantra Party Chairperson Rabi Lamichhane’s visit to India in the first week of June, the Government Spokesperson and Minister for Education and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel, has stated that Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah’s current top priority is to focus solely on the government’s performance, and that the party chair’s visit to India has no connection to the prime minister.
Amid the ongoing headlines about Rastriya Swatantra Party Chairperson Rabi Lamichhane’s visit to India in the first week of June, the Government Spokesperson and Minister for Education and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel, has stated that Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah’s current top priority is to focus solely on the government’s performance, and that the party chair’s visit to India has no connection to the prime minister.
Kathmandu 26 May, 2026
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Pilot allegedly went overseas after receiving $8000 training allowance

Pilot allegedly went overseas after receiving $8000 training allowance

Serious concerns have emerged within Nepal Airlines regarding the appointment of First Officer Roshan Koirala, the Airbus A320 induction process, and financial decisions linked to pilot training, with a USD 8,000 duty allowance payment now becoming the centre of scrutiny.
Serious concerns have emerged within Nepal Airlines regarding the appointment of First Officer Roshan Koirala, the Airbus A320 induction process, and financial decisions linked to pilot training, with a USD 8,000 duty allowance payment now becoming the centre of scrutiny.
Kathmandu 26 May, 2026
UK Minister for Indo-Pacific and Minister for Equalities, Seema Malhotra during an Interaction on Sunday in Kathmandu. Photo: THT

'UK will remain a valuable and reliable education partner for Nepal'

'UK will remain a valuable and reliable education partner for Nepal'

During high-level discussions with Nepali entrepreneurs in Kathmandu today, the UK Minister for Indo-Pacific and Minister for Equalities, Seema Malhotra, emphasised the growing importance of Nepal-UK collaboration in skills and education.
During high-level discussions with Nepali entrepreneurs in Kathmandu today, the UK Minister for Indo-Pacific and Minister for Equalities, Seema Malhotra, emphasised the growing importance of Nepal-UK collaboration in skills and education.
Kathmandu 25 May, 2026

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