Mukesh Dangol appointed as acting CAAN Chief Mukesh Dangol appointed as acting CAAN Chief The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation has designated Joint Secretary Mukesh Dangol as the acting Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) following the suspension of DG Pradeep Adhikari. The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation has designated Joint Secretary Mukesh Dangol as the acting Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) following the suspension of DG Pradeep Adhikari. Kathmandu 06 Dec, 2025
Deuba and Oli hold first meeting since Gen Z protests Deuba and Oli hold first meeting since Gen Z protests According to Deuba’s secretariat, the former prime ministers discussed contemporary political developments during the meeting. According to Deuba’s secretariat, the former prime ministers discussed contemporary political developments during the meeting. Kathmandu 05 Dec, 2025
PM Karki vows to hold election on scheduled date PM Karki vows to hold election on scheduled date Prime Minister Sushila Karki has reaffirmed that the government is preparing to hold the parliamentary election on the announced date, March 5, 2026. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has reaffirmed that the government is preparing to hold the parliamentary election on the announced date, March 5, 2026. Kathmandu 04 Dec, 2025
Deuba stresses need for youth inclusion in upcoming NC General Convention Deuba stresses need for youth inclusion in upcoming NC General Convention Deuba reaffirmed that the NC’s 15th General Convention will be held as scheduled from January 10 to 12, 2026. Deuba reaffirmed that the NC’s 15th General Convention will be held as scheduled from January 10 to 12, 2026. Kathmandu 03 Dec, 2025
Nepal, Japan sign Rs 31.76 billion ODA loan agreement for Koteshwor intersection upgrade Nepal, Japan sign Rs 31.76 billion ODA loan agreement for Koteshwor intersection... The Government of Nepal and JICA have signed a major Official Development Assistance (ODA) loan agreement worth 34.49 billion Japanese Yen (approx. Rs 31.76 billion) for the Koteshwor Intersection Improvement Project, aimed at easing traffic congestion in the Kathmandu Valley. The Government of Nepal and JICA have signed a major Official Development Assistance (ODA) loan agreement worth 34.49 billion Japanese Yen (approx. Rs 31.76 billion) for the Koteshwor Intersection Improvement Project, aimed at easing traffic congestion in the Kathmandu Valley. Kathmandu 03 Dec, 2025
CAAN Chief Pradeep Adhikari, former director arrested CAAN Chief Pradeep Adhikari, former director arrested The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has arrested Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) Director General Pradeep Adhikari and former CAAN Director Murari Bhandari on corruption charges, presenting them before the Special Court with a charge sheet naming six defendants. The Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has arrested Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) Director General Pradeep Adhikari and former CAAN Director Murari Bhandari on corruption charges, presenting them before the Special Court with a charge sheet naming six defendants. Kathmandu 03 Dec, 2025
'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
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.
Nepal Nepal, Thailand discuss stronger cooperation against cybercrime and trafficking Nepal and Thailand have discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation to combat transnational crimes, including human trafficking, cybercrime, smuggling and online scamming.
