Kathmandu ward launches Ranjana script training to preserve indigenous writing heritage

Kathmandu ward launches Ranjana script training to preserve indigenous writing...

Kathmandu Metropolitan City Ward No. 17 has launched a 20-day Ranjana script writing training programme for local residents from Jestha 13.

Kathmandu Metropolitan City Ward No. 17 has launched a 20-day Ranjana script writing training programme for local residents from Jestha 13.

Kathmandu 02 Jun, 2026

Sajha Prayas conducts school-based mental health programme in Budanilkantha

Sajha Prayas conducts school-based mental health programme in Budanilkantha

Sajha Prayas Nepal has conducted a school-based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programme in five schools of Budanilkantha Municipality-9 in Kathmandu.

Sajha Prayas Nepal has conducted a school-based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programme in five schools of Budanilkantha Municipality-9 in Kathmandu.

Kathmandu 02 Jun, 2026

Cabinet approves four decisions including AIG promotion, land commission appointments

Cabinet approves four decisions including AIG promotion, land commission appointments

The government has approved four major decisions of the Council of Ministers, including the promotion of an Armed Police Force (APF) officer and appointments to the Land Problem Resolution Commission.

The government has approved four major decisions of the Council of Ministers, including the promotion of an Armed Police Force (APF) officer and appointments to the Land Problem Resolution Commission.

Kathmandu 02 Jun, 2026

Speaker forms committee to probe ruckus in HoR meeting

Speaker forms committee to probe ruckus in HoR meeting

Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has formed a committee to investigate the members of parliament (MPs) who behaved inappropriately during yesterday’s House of Representatives meeting.

Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has formed a committee to investigate the members of parliament (MPs) who behaved inappropriately during yesterday’s House of Representatives meeting.

Kathmandu 02 Jun, 2026

'US looks to bolster partnership through MCC'

'US looks to bolster partnership through MCC'

Sarah B Rogers, United States’ under secretary of state for public diplomacy, emphasised her country’s enduring 79year partnership with Nepal at a press conference in Kathmandu today after holding high-level meetings with ministers such as Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal and Minister for Communication and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina.

Sarah B Rogers, United States’ under secretary of state for public diplomacy, emphasised her country’s enduring 79year partnership with Nepal at a press conference in Kathmandu today after holding high-level meetings with ministers such as Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal and Minister for Communication and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina.

Kathmandu 02 Jun, 2026

RSP Chair Lamichhane leaves for five-day India visit

RSP Chair Lamichhane leaves for five-day India visit

Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane has left for India on a five-day visit at the invitation of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Nitin Navin.

Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane has left for India on a five-day visit at the invitation of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Nitin Navin.

Kathmandu 01 Jun, 2026

Over 14,000 students pass Kathmandu Metropolitan scholarship exam

Over 14,000 students pass Kathmandu Metropolitan scholarship exam

A total of 14,057 students have passed the scholarship selection examination conducted by Kathmandu Metropolitan City for admission to Grades 11 and 12 in institutional schools under the metropolis for the academic session 2083/84.

A total of 14,057 students have passed the scholarship selection examination conducted by Kathmandu Metropolitan City for admission to Grades 11 and 12 in institutional schools under the metropolis for the academic session 2083/84.

Kathmandu 01 Jun, 2026

House Rules of Procedure passed amid chaos

House Rules of Procedure passed amid chaos

The House of Representatives passed the House Rules of Procedure amidst opposition sloganeering. The lawmakers have been granted special privileges under the Rules of Procedure, which were approved at the meeting on Friday.

The House of Representatives passed the House Rules of Procedure amidst opposition sloganeering. The lawmakers have been granted special privileges under the Rules of Procedure, which were approved at the meeting on Friday.

Kathmandu 01 Jun, 2026

Public figures pledge support to end child marriage

Public figures pledge support to end child marriage

Artists, athletes, entrepreneurs and media professionals have pledged collective support for the “Childhood Free from Marriage” campaign aimed at ending child marriage in Nepal.

Artists, athletes, entrepreneurs and media professionals have pledged collective support for the “Childhood Free from Marriage” campaign aimed at ending child marriage in Nepal.

Kathmandu 01 Jun, 2026

US Under Secretary Rogers attends Ascent Summit 2026 in Kathmandu

US Under Secretary Rogers attends Ascent Summit 2026 in Kathmandu

United States Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah B Rogers participated in the Ascent Summit 2026 held in Kathmandu on Saturday.

United States Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah B Rogers participated in the Ascent Summit 2026 held in Kathmandu on Saturday.

Kathmandu 31 May, 2026

US Under Secretary Sarah Rogers arrives in Nepal

US Under Secretary Sarah Rogers arrives in Nepal

United States Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy Sarah B Rogers has arrived in Nepal on an official visit.

United States Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy Sarah B Rogers has arrived in Nepal on an official visit.

Kathmandu 31 May, 2026

PM Shah responds to lawmakers in HoR, pledges diplomatic solution to border disputes

PM Shah responds to lawmakers in HoR, pledges diplomatic solution to border disputes

Prime Minister Balendra Shah responded to lawmakers’ queries in the House of Representatives (HoR) on Sunday, amid continued demands from opposition parties for the Prime Minister to address Parliament.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah responded to lawmakers’ queries in the House of Representatives (HoR) on Sunday, amid continued demands from opposition parties for the Prime Minister to address Parliament.

Kathmandu 31 May, 2026

EU, UNICEF launch 'Asha: Dreams in Motion' to link education with jobs for Nepali youth

EU, UNICEF launch 'Asha: Dreams in Motion' to link education with jobs for Nepali...

The European Union (EU) and UNICEF Nepal have launched a new initiative titled “Asha: Dreams in Motion” aimed at strengthening dialogue on skills development and improving the transition of young people from education to employment in Nepal.

The European Union (EU) and UNICEF Nepal have launched a new initiative titled “Asha: Dreams in Motion” aimed at strengthening dialogue on skills development and improving the transition of young people from education to employment in Nepal.

Kathmandu 31 May, 2026

Madhav Nepal bats for unity among communist forces

Madhav Nepal bats for unity among communist forces

Co-coordinator of Nepali Communist Party (NCP) Madhav Kumar Nepal has said that the communist political forces in the country should be united.

Co-coordinator of Nepali Communist Party (NCP) Madhav Kumar Nepal has said that the communist political forces in the country should be united.

Kathmandu 30 May, 2026

Govt committed to effective implementation of women's rights: PM Shah

Govt committed to effective implementation of women's rights: PM Shah

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to effectively implementing women’s rights, gender equality and women empowerment.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to effectively implementing women’s rights, gender equality and women empowerment.

Kathmandu 30 May, 2026

73rd International Sagarmatha Day being observed today

73rd International Sagarmatha Day being observed today

The 73rd International Sagarmatha Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes highlighting mountain tourism, environmental conservation and safe mountaineering.

The 73rd International Sagarmatha Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes highlighting mountain tourism, environmental conservation and safe mountaineering.

Kathmandu 29 May, 2026

'EU not involved in political shakeups in Nepal'

'EU not involved in political shakeups in Nepal'

The European Union Ambassador to Nepal, Véronique Lorenzo, has strongly dismissed allegations that the EU interfered in recent domestic political shakeups, labelling claims that the bloc manipulated the recent youth-led Gen Z protest movement as a baseless attempt at misinformation.

The European Union Ambassador to Nepal, Véronique Lorenzo, has strongly dismissed allegations that the EU interfered in recent domestic political shakeups, labelling claims that the bloc manipulated the recent youth-led Gen Z protest movement as a baseless attempt at misinformation.

Kathmandu 29 May, 2026

Italy marks 80th Republic Day in Kathmandu with diplomatic reception and musical evening

Italy marks 80th Republic Day in Kathmandu with diplomatic reception and musical...

The Embassy of Italy in Nepal hosted a reception at Hotel Aloft, Thamel on Tuesday evening to mark the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, bringing together diplomats, government officials and members of the Kathmandu business and civil society community.

The Embassy of Italy in Nepal hosted a reception at Hotel Aloft, Thamel on Tuesday evening to mark the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, bringing together diplomats, government officials and members of the Kathmandu business and civil society community.

Kathmandu 28 May, 2026

NHRC recommends action against KP Oli, two former ministers, senior security officials over Gen Z protest violence

NHRC recommends action against KP Oli, two former ministers, senior security...

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has held former prime minister KP Sharma Oli primarily responsible for the September 2025 Gen Z protest violence that left 76 people dead, recommending legal action against him along with two former ministers and several senior security officials for human rights violations.

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has held former prime minister KP Sharma Oli primarily responsible for the September 2025 Gen Z protest violence that left 76 people dead, recommending legal action against him along with two former ministers and several senior security officials for human rights violations.

Kathmandu 27 May, 2026

Conservation of Himalayan environment essential: President Paudel

Conservation of Himalayan environment essential: President Paudel

President Ramchandra Paudel has stressed the need for sustainable mountain tourism, responsible mountaineering and conservation of the Himalayan environment.

President Ramchandra Paudel has stressed the need for sustainable mountain tourism, responsible mountaineering and conservation of the Himalayan environment.

Kathmandu 27 May, 2026