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
Man arrested for illegal cryptocurrency transactions worth Rs 198mln Man arrested for illegal cryptocurrency transactions worth Rs 198mln Police arrested a 23-year-old man for trading illegal cryptocurrency valued at more than Rs 198.1 million in Kathmandu. Police arrested a 23-year-old man for trading illegal cryptocurrency valued at more than Rs 198.1 million in Kathmandu. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
'Delaying election is no big deal but denying Nepalis the voting right could do massive damage' 'Delaying election is no big deal but denying Nepalis the voting right could do... In response to whether it is possible to create a voting setting for Nepalis abroad, Nilkantha Upreti, former Chief Election Commissioner of the Election Commission, argued in an interview with The Himalayan Times that the key stakeholder in elections is the voter, who is more important than political parties because no elections can take place without voters, and granting voting rights is the most critical task. In response to whether it is possible to create a voting setting for Nepalis abroad, Nilkantha Upreti, former Chief Election Commissioner of the Election Commission, argued in an interview with The Himalayan Times that the key stakeholder in elections is the voter, who is more important than political parties because no elections can take place without voters, and granting voting rights is the most critical task. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
High Court Patan orders release of Mahara on Rs 2 million bail High Court Patan orders release of Mahara on Rs 2 million bail The order states that the Kathmandu District Court’s decision to remand Mahara to judicial custody did not comply with legal requirements. The order states that the Kathmandu District Court’s decision to remand Mahara to judicial custody did not comply with legal requirements. Kathmandu 27 Nov, 2025
Chief Secretary Aryal assumes office, vows to strengthen civil service Chief Secretary Aryal assumes office, vows to strengthen civil service Assuming office today, Aryal stated that his foremost goal is to maintain national pride and dignity while promoting citizen satisfaction. Assuming office today, Aryal stated that his foremost goal is to maintain national pride and dignity while promoting citizen satisfaction. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
PM Karki: System of PM as University Chancellor Must Be Abolished PM Karki: System of PM as University Chancellor Must Be Abolished Prime Minister Sushila Karki has warned that political interventions in universities are likely to increase under a system that appoints political figures as Chancellor. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has warned that political interventions in universities are likely to increase under a system that appoints political figures as Chancellor. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
Digital violence is real violence: UN Nepal calls for action as 16 Days of Activism begins Digital violence is real violence: UN Nepal calls for action as 16 Days of Activism... Digital abuse and digital violence are among the fastest-growing threats to women’s rights worldwide. Studies show that up to half of women globally have faced some form of online harassment or abuse. Digital abuse and digital violence are among the fastest-growing threats to women’s rights worldwide. Studies show that up to half of women globally have faced some form of online harassment or abuse. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
Minister Kharel: Nepal committed to curbing digital violence against women Minister Kharel: Nepal committed to curbing digital violence against women Inaugurating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025 here today, the Minister called for unified efforts to end all forms of digital violence targeting women and girls. Inaugurating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025 here today, the Minister called for unified efforts to end all forms of digital violence targeting women and girls. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
267 arrested for Gen-Z Protest vandalism, arson 267 arrested for Gen-Z Protest vandalism, arson Nepal Police have arrested 267 individuals for their alleged involvement in looting, vandalism and arson during the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9 in Kathmandu district. Nepal Police have arrested 267 individuals for their alleged involvement in looting, vandalism and arson during the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9 in Kathmandu district. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
Gen Z leaders demand dismissal of PM's chief personal secretary Gen Z leaders demand dismissal of PM's chief personal secretary Following the revelation that Prime Minister Sushila Karki’s Chief Personal Secretary, Adarsh Shrestha, appointed his wife and family members to the secretariat, Gen Z leaders and public have raised nepotism issues once again. Following the revelation that Prime Minister Sushila Karki’s Chief Personal Secretary, Adarsh Shrestha, appointed his wife and family members to the secretariat, Gen Z leaders and public have raised nepotism issues once again. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
Kathmandu PM Shah sits for discussions with HoR members from Madhesh Province Prime Minister Balendra Shah today held discussions with members of the House of Representatives (HoR) representing from the Madhesh Province.
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.
