Over 2,400 drivers fined for traffic rule violations in Kathmandu Valley Over 2,400 drivers fined for traffic rule violations in Kathmandu Valley An additional 1,413 individuals were penalised for various other traffic violations. An additional 1,413 individuals were penalised for various other traffic violations. Kathmandu 26 Apr, 2026
Demolition drive continues along Manohara riverbank Demolition drive continues along Manohara riverbank Authorities continued their drive to clear illegal settlements along riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley, beginning demolition of huts at the Manohara riverbank in Bhaktapur on Sunday. Authorities continued their drive to clear illegal settlements along riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley, beginning demolition of huts at the Manohara riverbank in Bhaktapur on Sunday. Kathmandu 26 Apr, 2026
Screening of Thapathali squatters underway; relocation begins Screening of Thapathali squatters underway; relocation begins The government has begun screening landless squatters displaced from the Bagmati riverbank in Thapathali, with registration and relocation processes currently underway. The government has begun screening landless squatters displaced from the Bagmati riverbank in Thapathali, with registration and relocation processes currently underway. Kathmandu 25 Apr, 2026
Tourism Minister Paudel signals end of political appointments as CAAN opens DG post to open competition Tourism Minister Paudel signals end of political appointments as CAAN opens DG post... The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has invited applications for the position of Director General through an open competitive process for the first time, with Tourism Minister Khadak Raj Paudel declaring that the days of political appointments at the aviation authority are over. The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has invited applications for the position of Director General through an open competitive process for the first time, with Tourism Minister Khadak Raj Paudel declaring that the days of political appointments at the aviation authority are over. Kathmandu 25 Apr, 2026
Govt to evacuate squatters today, tomorrow Govt to evacuate squatters today, tomorrow The government plans to evacuate encroached squatter settlements along the Kathmandu valley’s riverbanks over the next two days. Three of these settlements — Thapathali, Sinamangal and Manohara — are scheduled to be evacuated from tomorrow morning and continue on Sunday. The government plans to evacuate encroached squatter settlements along the Kathmandu valley’s riverbanks over the next two days. Three of these settlements — Thapathali, Sinamangal and Manohara — are scheduled to be evacuated from tomorrow morning and continue on Sunday. Kathmandu 25 Apr, 2026
Kathmandu DAO orders riverbank settlers to vacate by tonight, demolition at dawn Kathmandu DAO orders riverbank settlers to vacate by tonight, demolition at dawn The District Administration Office (DAO), Kathmandu, has issued an urgent notice ordering all individuals residing in or operating businesses from illegally constructed structures on public and government land along the riverbanks to vacate immediately, with demolition of encroached structures set to begin at 6:00 AM on April 25. The District Administration Office (DAO), Kathmandu, has issued an urgent notice ordering all individuals residing in or operating businesses from illegally constructed structures on public and government land along the riverbanks to vacate immediately, with demolition of encroached structures set to begin at 6:00 AM on April 25. Kathmandu 24 Apr, 2026
Three prisoners recaptured after escaping Central Jail during GenZ protests Three prisoners recaptured after escaping Central Jail during GenZ protests Police have arrested three inmates who had escaped from Central Jail, Sundhara, during the GenZ youth protests on Bhadra 23 and 24 last year. Police have arrested three inmates who had escaped from Central Jail, Sundhara, during the GenZ youth protests on Bhadra 23 and 24 last year. Kathmandu 24 Apr, 2026
SC issues show-cause notice on writ petition against Attorney General's appointment SC issues show-cause notice on writ petition against Attorney General's appointment A single bench of Justice Kumar Regmi issued the order on Thursday. A single bench of Justice Kumar Regmi issued the order on Thursday. Kathmandu 23 Apr, 2026
Businessman Shekhar Golchha arrested Businessman Shekhar Golchha arrested Businessman Shekhar Golchha was taken into custody from the Naxal area in Kathmandu on Thursday in connection with an ongoing investigation into securities transactions linked to controversial businessman Deepak Bhatta. Businessman Shekhar Golchha was taken into custody from the Naxal area in Kathmandu on Thursday in connection with an ongoing investigation into securities transactions linked to controversial businessman Deepak Bhatta. Kathmandu 23 Apr, 2026
Government decides not to relocate Police Academy Government decides not to relocate Police Academy The government has decided not to relocate Maharajgunj-based National Police Academy. The government has decided not to relocate Maharajgunj-based National Police Academy. Kathmandu 23 Apr, 2026
Thapa stresses need to attract youth to politics Thapa stresses need to attract youth to politics Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has underscored the need to attract young people to politics. Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has underscored the need to attract young people to politics. Kathmandu 22 Apr, 2026
Agreement reached on curbing misuse of diplomatic passports Agreement reached on curbing misuse of diplomatic passports Recalling past instances of misuse, Speaker Aryal emphasized the need for stringent action to curb the abuse of diplomatic passports. Recalling past instances of misuse, Speaker Aryal emphasized the need for stringent action to curb the abuse of diplomatic passports. Kathmandu 22 Apr, 2026
Minister Gurung mired in controversy twice in less than three weeks Minister Gurung mired in controversy twice in less than three weeks Another minister has become embroiled in controversy less than a month after the formation of the Rastriya Swatantra Party-led government. Another minister has become embroiled in controversy less than a month after the formation of the Rastriya Swatantra Party-led government. Kathmandu 21 Apr, 2026
Two immigration officials removed from TIA duties over illegal passport stamping Two immigration officials removed from TIA duties over illegal passport stamping Two immigration officials have been relieved of their duties at Tribhuvan International Airport and referred for investigation after they were found to have acted outside prevailing law and departmental decisions Two immigration officials have been relieved of their duties at Tribhuvan International Airport and referred for investigation after they were found to have acted outside prevailing law and departmental decisions Kathmandu 21 Apr, 2026
Non-Resident Ambassadors Present Credentials to President Paudel Non-Resident Ambassadors Present Credentials to President Paudel At separate ceremonies held at Sheetal Niwas, President Paudel received the credentials of four ambassadors. At separate ceremonies held at Sheetal Niwas, President Paudel received the credentials of four ambassadors. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
US Assistant Secretary of State Kapur arrives US Assistant Secretary of State Kapur arrives US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, S. Paul Kapur, arrived here today. During his visit to Nepal, he is scheduled to meet government officials, business leaders, and cultural experts. US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, S. Paul Kapur, arrived here today. During his visit to Nepal, he is scheduled to meet government officials, business leaders, and cultural experts. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
PM to hold talks with university, academy heads PM to hold talks with university, academy heads Prime Minister Balendra Shah is set to hold a meeting with vice-chancellors of universities and academies at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers today. Prime Minister Balendra Shah is set to hold a meeting with vice-chancellors of universities and academies at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers today. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
Stakeholders underscore need for reforms in anti- sexual violence laws Stakeholders underscore need for reforms in anti- sexual violence laws 'Prima Facie' a one-woman play written by Suzie Miller to highlight the flaws in current judicial system that ignores the victim's perspectives during the trial. 'Prima Facie' a one-woman play written by Suzie Miller to highlight the flaws in current judicial system that ignores the victim's perspectives during the trial. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
Fur Diki Sherpa aims to summit Lhotse and return to base camp within 24 hours Fur Diki Sherpa aims to summit Lhotse and return to base camp within 24 hours Mountaineer Fur Diki Sherpa has announced a bid to complete the fastest ascent of Mount Lhotse (8,516m) this spring, aiming to climb from base camp to summit and return within 24 hours. Mountaineer Fur Diki Sherpa has announced a bid to complete the fastest ascent of Mount Lhotse (8,516m) this spring, aiming to climb from base camp to summit and return within 24 hours. Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
SC legitimizes special general convention of Nepali Congress SC legitimizes special general convention of Nepali Congress The Supreme Court (SC) has given legitimacy to the Gagan Kumar Thapa-led Nepali Congress (NC). The Supreme Court (SC) has given legitimacy to the Gagan Kumar Thapa-led Nepali Congress (NC). Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
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.
