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
Police arrest five over Supreme Court arson during Gen-Z Movement Police arrest five over Supreme Court arson during Gen-Z Movement Police have arrested five individuals in connection with arson and vandalism at the Supreme Court during the Gen-Z movement on September 8 and 9. Police have arrested five individuals in connection with arson and vandalism at the Supreme Court during the Gen-Z movement on September 8 and 9. Kathmandu 24 Nov, 2025
Supreme Court orders immediate release of Durga Prasain Supreme Court orders immediate release of Durga Prasain The Court stated that detaining Prasain solely for his expressions violated his constitutionally guaranteed right to freedom of expression. The Court stated that detaining Prasain solely for his expressions violated his constitutionally guaranteed right to freedom of expression. Kathmandu 23 Nov, 2025
16th International Surgical Conference concludes with global participation 16th International Surgical Conference concludes with global participation The Society of Surgeons of Nepal (SSN) has concluded its 16th International Conference, a three-day gathering that brought together more than 600 delegates, including leading surgeons, residents, nurses and medical students from Nepal and abroad. The Society of Surgeons of Nepal (SSN) has concluded its 16th International Conference, a three-day gathering that brought together more than 600 delegates, including leading surgeons, residents, nurses and medical students from Nepal and abroad. Kathmandu 23 Nov, 2025
India Embassy hosts pre-summit event on AI for Inclusive Growth in Kathmandu India Embassy hosts pre-summit event on AI for Inclusive Growth in Kathmandu The Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in partnership with the AI Association of Nepal, organised an event titled “AI for Inclusive Growth: Building Nepal’s AI Ready Future” on Friday. The Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in partnership with the AI Association of Nepal, organised an event titled “AI for Inclusive Growth: Building Nepal’s AI Ready Future” on Friday. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
UNICEF and partners celebrate World Children's Day through cricket, championing equality and child rights UNICEF and partners celebrate World Children's Day through cricket, championing... UNICEF, in partnership with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and the Embassy of Australia, marked World Children’s Day 2025 today with a special cricket event at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. UNICEF, in partnership with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and the Embassy of Australia, marked World Children’s Day 2025 today with a special cricket event at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Smart driving licenses handed over to DoTM Smart driving licenses handed over to DoTM Smart driving licenses printed by the Security Printing Centre have been handed over to the Department of Transport Management. Smart driving licenses printed by the Security Printing Centre have been handed over to the Department of Transport Management. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Department of Passport to Procure 700,000 E-Passports Department of Passport to Procure 700,000 E-Passports The government has authorized the Department of Passport to procure 700,000 units of e-passports for the time being. The government has authorized the Department of Passport to procure 700,000 units of e-passports for the time being. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Two nabbed on charges of attempting to fix NPL players Two nabbed on charges of attempting to fix NPL players Two people have been arrested on charges of making financial inducements to influence the outcome of the second Nepal Premier League (NPL). Two people have been arrested on charges of making financial inducements to influence the outcome of the second Nepal Premier League (NPL). Kathmandu 20 Nov, 2025
WHO hands over prefabricated office facility to health ministry WHO hands over prefabricated office facility to health ministry The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday handed over a newly constructed prefabricated office facility to the Ministry of Health and Population, to facilitate the resumption of critical health governance and administrative functions. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday handed over a newly constructed prefabricated office facility to the Ministry of Health and Population, to facilitate the resumption of critical health governance and administrative functions. Kathmandu 20 Nov, 2025
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.
Environment Windstorms, lightning expected in parts of country The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast generally cloudy conditions in several parts of the country today, with chances of rain, thunderstorms and windstorms.
