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
SC rejects interim order in Nepali Congress leadership dispute SC rejects interim order in Nepali Congress leadership dispute The Supreme Court has rejected the interim order sought in a writ petition concerning the leadership dispute within the Nepali Congress (NC). The Supreme Court has rejected the interim order sought in a writ petition concerning the leadership dispute within the Nepali Congress (NC). Kathmandu 20 Jan, 2026
SC orders submission of files on Lamichhane's revised cases SC orders submission of files on Lamichhane's revised cases The Court has also summoned both parties to appear on January 22 to determine whether an interim order in the case is warranted. The Court has also summoned both parties to appear on January 22 to determine whether an interim order in the case is warranted. Kathmandu 20 Jan, 2026
Environment Rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly regions; heat to rise in Terai The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy weather in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and rising temperatures in the Terai.
Nepal PMO warns against misuse of its name after ward secretary threatened The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers has issued a stern warning after an individual used the PMO's name to threaten a ward secretary in Dailekh district, directing security and investigative agencies to take immediate legal action against the perpetrator.
Nepal Three workers killed, two injured in Sarlahi brick kiln wall collapse Three workers were killed and two others seriously injured after a brick kiln wall collapsed in Haripur Municipality–5, Majurwa, in Sarlahi district on Friday evening.
Health A new Ebola outbreak is confirmed in a remote Congo province, with 65 deaths recorded Africa’s top public health body on Friday confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Congo’s remote Ituri province, with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths recorded so far.
Health Madhesh Province sees growing HIV cases, including vulnerable groups The number of HIV/AIDS patients is increasing in Madhesh Province, with infections also reported among children and pregnant women, according to health authorities.
Wild animal attacks result loss of 239 livestock in Mustang Over the last four years, wild animal attacks have caused the loss of 239 livestock across three municipalities in the Mustang district.
Nepal Badimalika sees rise in visitors, but infrastructure gaps persist Visitor numbers to the religious and scenic site of Badimalika in Bajura have increased in recent months amid rising publicity and public discussion.
Kathmandu British Council calls for language-responsive education systems The British Council has launched a new global position paper calling for language-responsive education systems that reflect learners’ linguistic realities and promote inclusive and equitable education.
Kathmandu Korean Embassy hands over language textbooks to Nepali schools The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal has handed over Korean language textbooks to support school-level language learning in Nepal.
