'Immature, hubristic attitude has caused blow to UML' 'Immature, hubristic attitude has caused blow to UML' While CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli has objected to Supreme Court’s order to seek a vote of confidence within 24 hours for Madhes Province’s chief minister, CPN-UML — the largest party in the Madhes provincial assembly — has lost three key positions in less than a month. While CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli has objected to Supreme Court’s order to seek a vote of confidence within 24 hours for Madhes Province’s chief minister, CPN-UML — the largest party in the Madhes provincial assembly — has lost three key positions in less than a month. Kathmandu 03 Dec, 2025
Minister Gautam vows to address public procurement issues in health sector Minister Gautam vows to address public procurement issues in health sector Minister for Health and Population, Dr. Sudha Gautam, has pledged to resolve issues related to public procurement in the health sector. Minister for Health and Population, Dr. Sudha Gautam, has pledged to resolve issues related to public procurement in the health sector. Kathmandu 02 Dec, 2025
International conference on Dignified Menstruation to be held International conference on Dignified Menstruation to be held The ‘International Dignified Menstruation Learning Conference 2025’ is set to take place in Kathmandu from December 8 to 10 to commemorate the seventh International Dignified Menstruation Day, which is observed globally every year on the 14th day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, on December 8. The ‘International Dignified Menstruation Learning Conference 2025’ is set to take place in Kathmandu from December 8 to 10 to commemorate the seventh International Dignified Menstruation Day, which is observed globally every year on the 14th day of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, on December 8. Kathmandu 02 Dec, 2025
NC general convention slated for January 10-12 NC general convention slated for January 10-12 After much debate, the Nepali Congress’s main working committee has reached an agreement on the decision of the regular general convention, which will take place from January 10 to 12. After much debate, the Nepali Congress’s main working committee has reached an agreement on the decision of the regular general convention, which will take place from January 10 to 12. Kathmandu 02 Dec, 2025
Child marriage pressing problem for girls Child marriage pressing problem for girls In the wake of 16 days of activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), The Himalayan Times interacted with women activists to know their observations regarding GBV in Nepal. In the wake of 16 days of activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), The Himalayan Times interacted with women activists to know their observations regarding GBV in Nepal. Kathmandu 01 Dec, 2025
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
Nepal Nepal notifies Mauritius of DTAA termination The decision was taken during Monday’s meeting of the Council of Ministers.
Sports Liverpool without Salah beats Inter in Champions League. Barcelona and Bayern win Even from the penalty spot, Liverpool managed just fine without Mohamed Salah.
World Zelenskyy reaffirms his refusal to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support Zelenskyy and his European allies have repeatedly accused Putin of slow-walking the talks to press ahead with the invasion.
World New Thailand-Cambodia border fighting shows no sign of stopping Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has vowed to continue to fight, and Cambodia’s powerful Senate President Hun Sen promised a fierce response.
Nepal Ishwor Pokharel declares candidacy for UML chair post CPN (UML) Senior Vice-Chair Ishwor Pokharel has announced his candidacy for the post of party chair.
Kathmandu Govt, Gen Z representatives ink 10-point pact The government and representatives of the Gen Z movement signed a 10-point agreement late this evening at the Office of the Prime Minister in Singha Durbar.
Sports NPL: Sher Malla stars with three as Lumbini Lions overcome Kathmandu Gorkhas, advance to face Biratnagar Lumbini Lions secured a spot in Qualifier 2 of the Nepal Premier League (NPL) 2025 after defeating Kathmandu Gorkhas by four wickets.
Kathmandu UNICEF, WHO welcome Nepal's launch of National Mental Health Campaign 2025 UNICEF and the World Health Organization (WHO) have applauded the Ministry of Health and Population for launching the National Mental Health Campaign 2025, an initiative aimed at reducing stigma and improving access to mental health support for children, adolescents and adults.
Business BrandFest 2025 concludes with powerful messages on human connection, courage, and purpose The Himalayan Times BrandFest 2025 wrapped up its second day on Friday with a resounding emphasis on the irreplaceable role of human empathy, imagination, and courage in an age increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence and data.
