'This is a win for democracy and new generation' 'This is a win for democracy and new generation' While Gagan Thapa has taken charge of the Nepali Congress as president from yesterday following the decision of the Election Commission, youth and Gen Z in the party unequivocally expressed that this is a win for democracy and the new generation. While Gagan Thapa has taken charge of the Nepali Congress as president from yesterday following the decision of the Election Commission, youth and Gen Z in the party unequivocally expressed that this is a win for democracy and the new generation. Kathmandu 18 Jan, 2026
Thapa-Led NC Committee Submits SGC Documents to Election Commission Thapa-Led NC Committee Submits SGC Documents to Election Commission Speaking to the media after the visit, Thapa confirmed that the team had completed the submission process. Speaking to the media after the visit, Thapa confirmed that the team had completed the submission process. Kathmandu 15 Jan, 2026
Gagan Thapa elected Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa elected Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has been elected unopposed as the President of the Nepali Congress. Sitaram KC, Coordinator of the Central Election Committee, informed that Thapa was elected unopposed as the party president at the second special convention of the pro-faction currently held in Kathmandu. Gagan Kumar Thapa has been elected unopposed as the President of the Nepali Congress. Sitaram KC, Coordinator of the Central Election Committee, informed that Thapa was elected unopposed as the party president at the second special convention of the pro-faction currently held in Kathmandu. Kathmandu 15 Jan, 2026
NC takes disciplinary action against its two general secretaries, joint general secretary NC takes disciplinary action against its two general secretaries, joint general... The Nepali Congress (NC) has taken action against General Secretaries Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwo Prakash Sharma, as well as Joint General Secretary Farmulla Mansur, on the charge of violating party discipline. The Nepali Congress (NC) has taken action against General Secretaries Gagan Kumar Thapa and Bishwo Prakash Sharma, as well as Joint General Secretary Farmulla Mansur, on the charge of violating party discipline. Kathmandu 14 Jan, 2026
Nepali Congress Special General Convention to Hold Elections as per Party Statute Nepali Congress Special General Convention to Hold Elections as per Party Statute The event is being attended by factions within the NC that support the Special General Convention organized by the Party Publicity Committee. The event is being attended by factions within the NC that support the Special General Convention organized by the Party Publicity Committee. Kathmandu 13 Jan, 2026
'Onus on government to make smart investment in mental health' 'Onus on government to make smart investment in mental health' Mental hygiene is equally important as personal hygiene. It's high time the government invested in mental health insofar as to meet the needs of individuals battling mental illness. Mental hygiene is equally important as personal hygiene. It's high time the government invested in mental health insofar as to meet the needs of individuals battling mental illness. Kathmandu 13 Jan, 2026
NC Special General Convention extended until Tuesday NC Special General Convention extended until Tuesday The closed session of the Nepali Congress special general convention has been extended until Tuesday. The closed session of the Nepali Congress special general convention has been extended until Tuesday. Kathmandu 12 Jan, 2026
Israeli ambassador calls on PM Karki Israeli ambassador calls on PM Karki Israeli Ambassador to Nepal, Shmulik Arie Bass, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sushila Karki today. Israeli Ambassador to Nepal, Shmulik Arie Bass, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sushila Karki today. Kathmandu 12 Jan, 2026
Former Prez Bhandari urges unity and patriotism on Prithvi Jayanti Former Prez Bhandari urges unity and patriotism on Prithvi Jayanti Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari asserted that National Unity Day and Prithvi Jayanti further strengthen the spirit of patriotism and reinforce social harmony, tolerance, and national unity. Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari asserted that National Unity Day and Prithvi Jayanti further strengthen the spirit of patriotism and reinforce social harmony, tolerance, and national unity. Kathmandu 11 Jan, 2026
NC must embrace questions, not silence, says Gagan Thapa NC must embrace questions, not silence, says Gagan Thapa General Secretary of the Nepali Congress (NC), Gagan Kumar Thapa, has said that “questions must be allowed and valued within the NC.” General Secretary of the Nepali Congress (NC), Gagan Kumar Thapa, has said that “questions must be allowed and valued within the NC.” Kathmandu 11 Jan, 2026
Nepali Congress Special General Convention commences Nepali Congress Special General Convention commences The inaugural session of the Special General Convention, organized by supporters of the Nepali Congress at Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu, has officially commenced. The inaugural session of the Special General Convention, organized by supporters of the Nepali Congress at Bhrikutimandap in Kathmandu, has officially commenced. Kathmandu 11 Jan, 2026
Social organisations vital to maintain religious tolerance: Minister Aryal Social organisations vital to maintain religious tolerance: Minister Aryal A delegation of the World Hindu Federation, led by its Chairperson Asmita Bhandari, met with Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal. A delegation of the World Hindu Federation, led by its Chairperson Asmita Bhandari, met with Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal. Kathmandu 08 Jan, 2026
US Ambassador Thompson Pays Farewell Visit to President Paudel US Ambassador Thompson Pays Farewell Visit to President Paudel US Ambassador to Nepal, Dean R Thompson, paid a farewell visit to President Ramchandra Paudel today. US Ambassador to Nepal, Dean R Thompson, paid a farewell visit to President Ramchandra Paudel today. Kathmandu 08 Jan, 2026
UN, government ministries step up survivor-centred safeguards against sexual abuse UN, government ministries step up survivor-centred safeguards against sexual abuse The United Nations in Nepal has intensified efforts to strengthen survivor-centred protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (PSEAH) across government institutions, aiming to improve prevention, accountability and coordination. The United Nations in Nepal has intensified efforts to strengthen survivor-centred protection from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (PSEAH) across government institutions, aiming to improve prevention, accountability and coordination. Kathmandu 07 Jan, 2026
Special Court acquits former KMC chief administrative officer Special Court acquits former KMC chief administrative officer The Special Court has acquitted former Chief Administrative Officer of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Pradeep Pariyar, along with six other officials, in a corruption case related to sewerage construction. The Special Court has acquitted former Chief Administrative Officer of Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Pradeep Pariyar, along with six other officials, in a corruption case related to sewerage construction. Kathmandu 07 Jan, 2026
CPN-UML Forms Committee to Draft Election Manifesto CPN-UML Forms Committee to Draft Election Manifesto The meeting also condemned the United States’ intervention in Venezuela. The meeting also condemned the United States’ intervention in Venezuela. Kathmandu 06 Jan, 2026
Patan High Court upholds compensation ruling against Nirmal 'Nims' Purja in Kapan blast case Patan High Court upholds compensation ruling against Nirmal 'Nims' Purja in Kapan... Celebrated British mountaineer Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja has lost a compensation appeal at the Patan High Court, which upheld a lower court's order for him to pay damages to a landlord. Celebrated British mountaineer Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja has lost a compensation appeal at the Patan High Court, which upheld a lower court's order for him to pay damages to a landlord. Kathmandu 05 Jan, 2026
Attorney General presents annual report before President Attorney General presents annual report before President The annual report of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) for the fiscal year 2024/25 has been submitted to President Ramchandra Paudel. The annual report of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) for the fiscal year 2024/25 has been submitted to President Ramchandra Paudel. Kathmandu 05 Jan, 2026
Inquiry commission lifts travel restriction on former PM Oli Inquiry commission lifts travel restriction on former PM Oli The Commission formed to probe the incidents related to the September 8–9 Gen Z movement has decided to withdraw the travel restrictions imposed on former Prime Minister and CPN (UML) Chair KP Sharma Oli. The Commission formed to probe the incidents related to the September 8–9 Gen Z movement has decided to withdraw the travel restrictions imposed on former Prime Minister and CPN (UML) Chair KP Sharma Oli. Kathmandu 05 Jan, 2026
Nesfield Int'l College holds two-day students' national conference on business, society, and technology Nesfield Int'l College holds two-day students' national conference on business,... The conference brought together students from various colleges affiliated with different universities across the country to present research papers on diverse issues related to business, society, and technology. The conference brought together students from various colleges affiliated with different universities across the country to present research papers on diverse issues related to business, society, and technology. Kathmandu 02 Jan, 2026
Nepal Nepal receives over 120,000 tourists in March Nepal welcomed 120,516 international visitors in March 2026, maintaining strong recovery momentum in the tourism sector, according to the Nepal Tourism Board.
Nepal NATTA President Kumar Mani Thapaliya appointed to UFTAA Board of Directors President of the Nepal Association of Tour and Travel Agents (NATTA), Kumar Mani Thapaliya, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the United Federation of Travel Agents' Associations, marking a significant milestone for Nepal's travel trade sector.
Business NEPSE drops 74 points as market turns bearish The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 74.73 points, or 2.62 percent, on Wednesday to close at 2,776.36 points, reversing the previous day’s gains.
Health Health Ministry recalls seven more doctors from deputation The Ministry of Health and Population has recalled seven more senior health service officers from deputation (Kaaj) to their original postings, following a decision taken on March 31.
Health Bird flu spreads in Sunsari; 19,000 poultry culled Bird flu infection has been detected in poultry farms across various local levels in Sunsari district, prompting authorities to cull thousands of birds as a containment measure.
Business NOC reports heavy losses amid global price surge, raises aviation fuel rates Nepal Oil Corporation Limited (NOC) has reported mounting financial losses due to a sharp rise in international petroleum prices, while increasing aviation fuel rates.
Kathmandu Zero Waste Exhibition 2026 concludes, promotes circular economy solutions The “Zero Waste Exhibition 2026,” aimed at promoting sustainable practices and circular economy solutions, concluded successfully in Kathmandu after a two-day run.
Nepal Eight more Nepalis repatriated from Cambodia in latest rescue effort In the latest rescue and repatriation effort, eight 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.
Environment Light rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly and Himalayan regions The Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD) has forecast generally cloudy conditions in the Himalayan region and partly cloudy weather in the hilly and Tarai regions across the country for Wednesday.
