House meeting deferred again amid RSP ceneral Convention House meeting deferred again amid RSP ceneral Convention The House of Representatives (HoR) meeting scheduled for Friday has been postponed for the second time this week, delaying discussion and endorsement of several key government bills, including the Economic Bill, 2083. The House of Representatives (HoR) meeting scheduled for Friday has been postponed for the second time this week, delaying discussion and endorsement of several key government bills, including the Economic Bill, 2083. Kathmandu 26 Jun, 2026
Kathmandu Metropolis to mobilise 1,650 trained volunteers for monsoon dengue control drive Kathmandu Metropolis to mobilise 1,650 trained volunteers for monsoon dengue control... With the monsoon raising the risk of dengue transmission, the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has announced a large-scale community mobilisation campaign. A total of 1,650 trained personnel will fan out across all 32 wards to search for and destroy mosquito breeding sites. With the monsoon raising the risk of dengue transmission, the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has announced a large-scale community mobilisation campaign. A total of 1,650 trained personnel will fan out across all 32 wards to search for and destroy mosquito breeding sites. Kathmandu 26 Jun, 2026
Nepal's first NEC-accredited CPD Training on contract management concludes in Kathmandu Nepal's first NEC-accredited CPD Training on contract management concludes in... The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms Nepal (SCAEF Nepal) has successfully concluded a three-day professional training programme on contract management under the FIDIC Red Book 2017, marking the country's first Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training accredited by the Nepal Engineering Council (NEC). The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms Nepal (SCAEF Nepal) has successfully concluded a three-day professional training programme on contract management under the FIDIC Red Book 2017, marking the country's first Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training accredited by the Nepal Engineering Council (NEC). Kathmandu 25 Jun, 2026
Education minister defends grade 12 results, announces verification committee amid student protests Education minister defends grade 12 results, announces verification committee amid... Education, Science and Technology Minister and Government Spokesperson Sasmit Pokharel has defended the publication process of the Grade 12 examination results, stating that the results were released on time through improved administrative efficiency rather than haste. Education, Science and Technology Minister and Government Spokesperson Sasmit Pokharel has defended the publication process of the Grade 12 examination results, stating that the results were released on time through improved administrative efficiency rather than haste. Kathmandu 25 Jun, 2026
Oli's name surfaces in passport contract scam Oli's name surfaces in passport contract scam In a major development in the high-profile passport printing scam, it has been revealed that then-prime minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli personally directed officials to divide the multi-billion-rupee e-passport procurement project into two distinct contract packages. In a major development in the high-profile passport printing scam, it has been revealed that then-prime minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli personally directed officials to divide the multi-billion-rupee e-passport procurement project into two distinct contract packages. Kathmandu 25 Jun, 2026
Bird flu tightens grip on valley, over 48,000 chickens culled in Bhaktapur Bird flu tightens grip on valley, over 48,000 chickens culled in Bhaktapur Bird flu continues to spread across the Kathmandu Valley, with authorities culling more than 48,000 chickens in Bhaktapur after outbreaks were confirmed at several poultry farms. Bird flu continues to spread across the Kathmandu Valley, with authorities culling more than 48,000 chickens in Bhaktapur after outbreaks were confirmed at several poultry farms. Kathmandu 25 Jun, 2026
Habeas Corpus petition filed in Supreme Court challenging UML leader Bishnu Paudel's arrest Habeas Corpus petition filed in Supreme Court challenging UML leader Bishnu Paudel's... A habeas corpus petition has been filed at the Supreme Court challenging the arrest of CPN-UML Vice Chair Bishnu Paudel, calling his detention illegal. A habeas corpus petition has been filed at the Supreme Court challenging the arrest of CPN-UML Vice Chair Bishnu Paudel, calling his detention illegal. Kathmandu 24 Jun, 2026
House of Representatives meeting postponed to Friday House of Representatives meeting postponed to Friday The meeting of the House of Representatives, originally scheduled for Thursday, has been postponed by a day and will now be held on Friday. The meeting of the House of Representatives, originally scheduled for Thursday, has been postponed by a day and will now be held on Friday. Kathmandu 24 Jun, 2026
Everest Summiteers Summit calls for united action on Himalayan future Everest Summiteers Summit calls for united action on Himalayan future The Everest Summiteers Summit (ESS) 2026 concluded in Kathmandu with a call for stronger global collaboration to address climate change, sustainable tourism, mountain safety and the long-term resilience of the Himalayas. The Everest Summiteers Summit (ESS) 2026 concluded in Kathmandu with a call for stronger global collaboration to address climate change, sustainable tourism, mountain safety and the long-term resilience of the Himalayas. Kathmandu 24 Jun, 2026
Over 3,300 Kathmandu vehicles now under camera, GPS watch Over 3,300 Kathmandu vehicles now under camera, GPS watch Step onto a public vehicle in the Kathmandu Valley these days, and chances are you're being watched - for your own safety, officials say. Step onto a public vehicle in the Kathmandu Valley these days, and chances are you're being watched - for your own safety, officials say. Kathmandu 24 Jun, 2026
EU launches new aviation safety initiatives in Kathmandu EU launches new aviation safety initiatives in Kathmandu The European Union has launched two new regional aviation safety initiatives in Kathmandu under the EU-South Asia Aviation Partnership Project to strengthen aviation cooperation with Nepal and South Asia. The European Union has launched two new regional aviation safety initiatives in Kathmandu under the EU-South Asia Aviation Partnership Project to strengthen aviation cooperation with Nepal and South Asia. Kathmandu 23 Jun, 2026
CIAA files graft case against 16 over passport procurement, cites Rs 10.13 billion loss CIAA files graft case against 16 over passport procurement, cites Rs 10.13 billion... The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has filed a corruption case at the Special Court against 16 individuals, including senior officials of the Department of Passports and representatives of two foreign companies, alleging irregularities in the procurement of e-passport systems and booklets that caused a loss of more than Rs 10.13 billion to the state. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has filed a corruption case at the Special Court against 16 individuals, including senior officials of the Department of Passports and representatives of two foreign companies, alleging irregularities in the procurement of e-passport systems and booklets that caused a loss of more than Rs 10.13 billion to the state. Kathmandu 22 Jun, 2026
Over Rs 1.53 million collected in traffic fines across Kathmandu valley Over Rs 1.53 million collected in traffic fines across Kathmandu valley Traffic police booked 2,076 vehicles for violating traffic rules across the Kathmandu Valley in the past 24 hours, collecting more than Rs 1.53 million in fines. Traffic police booked 2,076 vehicles for violating traffic rules across the Kathmandu Valley in the past 24 hours, collecting more than Rs 1.53 million in fines. Kathmandu 22 Jun, 2026
Jawalakhel Central Zoo closes indefinitely due to bird flu outbreak Jawalakhel Central Zoo closes indefinitely due to bird flu outbreak The Central Zoo at Jawalakhel has been closed indefinitely after bird flu infections were detected among animals inside the facility. The Central Zoo at Jawalakhel has been closed indefinitely after bird flu infections were detected among animals inside the facility. Kathmandu 19 Jun, 2026
Property Probe Commission will not interfere with CIAA: Finance Minister Wagle Property Probe Commission will not interfere with CIAA: Finance Minister Wagle Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has said the newly formed Property Probe Commission will not interfere with the constitutional jurisdiction of the Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA). Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has said the newly formed Property Probe Commission will not interfere with the constitutional jurisdiction of the Commission for Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA). Kathmandu 19 Jun, 2026
FM says disputes exist on northern border too FM says disputes exist on northern border too After successive visits to neighbouring India and China in a fortnight, Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal on Thursday told Parliament that his ministry is prioritising border management, security of Nepali migrant workers abroad and advancement of economic diplomacy. After successive visits to neighbouring India and China in a fortnight, Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal on Thursday told Parliament that his ministry is prioritising border management, security of Nepali migrant workers abroad and advancement of economic diplomacy. Kathmandu 19 Jun, 2026
KMC opens final online application for Class 11 scholarships KMC opens final online application for Class 11 scholarships The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has opened the final nomination (wrap-up) online application for Class 11 and 12 scholarships for the academic session 2026/27, allowing eligible students to once again select their preferred subjects and educational institutions. The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has opened the final nomination (wrap-up) online application for Class 11 and 12 scholarships for the academic session 2026/27, allowing eligible students to once again select their preferred subjects and educational institutions. Kathmandu 18 Jun, 2026
Rs 88.33bn allocated for Intensive Urban Programme: Minister Lamsal Rs 88.33bn allocated for Intensive Urban Programme: Minister Lamsal Minister for Infrastructure Development Sunil Lamsal has said the government has allocated Rs 88.33 billion for the Intensive Urban Programme aimed at systematically developing and managing market areas in around 300 towns across the country. Minister for Infrastructure Development Sunil Lamsal has said the government has allocated Rs 88.33 billion for the Intensive Urban Programme aimed at systematically developing and managing market areas in around 300 towns across the country. Kathmandu 18 Jun, 2026
CIAA summons Arzu Rana in passport procurement corruption case CIAA summons Arzu Rana in passport procurement corruption case The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has summoned former Foreign Minister and Nepali Congress leader Arzu Rana Deuba for questioning in connection with the alleged corruption in the e-passport procurement case. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has summoned former Foreign Minister and Nepali Congress leader Arzu Rana Deuba for questioning in connection with the alleged corruption in the e-passport procurement case. Kathmandu 18 Jun, 2026
Foreign Employment Department intensifies action against fraud, worker grievances Foreign Employment Department intensifies action against fraud, worker grievances The Department of Foreign Employment has stepped up enforcement and grievance-handling measures in response to rising complaints in the foreign employment sector. The Department of Foreign Employment has stepped up enforcement and grievance-handling measures in response to rising complaints in the foreign employment sector. Kathmandu 18 Jun, 2026
Nepal 23 injured as passenger bus plunges 100 metres off road in Baitadi At least 23 people were injured after a passenger bus veered off the road and plunged around 100 metres down a hillside along the Dasharath Chand Highway in Baitadi district on Friday afternoon.
Nepal Nepal's Kili Pemba Sherpa completes all 14 world's highest peaks with Nanga Parbat ascent Veteran Nepali mountaineer Kili Pemba Sherpa has joined the elite club of climbers to summit all 14 mountains above 8,000 metres after successfully scaling Nanga Parbat (8,125m) in Pakistan on Friday morning.
Kathmandu British Council opens £500,000 heritage protection grants for Nepal and South Asia The British Council has opened a new funding round under its Cultural Protection Fund, offering grants of up to £500,000 to organisations working to safeguard cultural heritage threatened by conflict and climate change in Nepal and other South Asian countries.
Business Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel wins four global hospitality awards Aloft by Marriott Kathmandu Thamel has won four honours at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards, strengthening its position among Nepal's leading hospitality establishments.
Business Yango Ride, Traffic Police launch road safety campaign for 200 new riders Ride-hailing platform Yango Ride, in collaboration with Nepal Traffic Police, has launched a road safety awareness programme for new motorcycle riders in Kathmandu.
Business Yamaha Nepal marks 71st anniversary with blood drives, traffic awareness and community outreach Yamaha Nepal celebrated the 71st anniversary of Yamaha Motor Co. with nationwide community service programmes, customer offers and employee recognition events across all seven provinces.
Nepal Bulldozers return as Birgunj intensifies drive against road encroachment Authorities have stepped up their campaign to clear road encroachments in Birgunj, redeploying bulldozers in the Gandak area to remove structures built within the road right-of-way.
Nepal Major drug haul in Dhankuta: Police seize over 830 kg of marijuana in a week, arrest seven Police in Dhankuta have seized a large quantity of narcotics and arrested seven people in a series of anti-drug operations carried out over the past week, highlighting intensified efforts to curb drug trafficking along the district's transit routes.
Nepal Nepal's school students to undergo military-style cadet training under new bill registered in parliament Tens of thousands of school students across Nepal could soon undergo structured military-style training as part of a revamped National Cadet Corps, under a new bill registered in the Federal Parliament by Prime Minister and Defence Minister Balendra Shah.