Cabinet decisions: Govt to accept grant of over USD 24 million Cabinet decisions: Govt to accept grant of over USD 24 million The government has decided to accept a grant assistance of over USD 24 million to be provided by the Green Climate Fund through the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The government has decided to accept a grant assistance of over USD 24 million to be provided by the Green Climate Fund through the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Kathmandu 15 Mar, 2026
Nepali Congress CWC meeting today Nepali Congress CWC meeting today The Nepali Congress Central Working Committee meeting is being held at 1:00 pm today at the party's central office in Lalitpur. The Nepali Congress Central Working Committee meeting is being held at 1:00 pm today at the party's central office in Lalitpur. Kathmandu 15 Mar, 2026
RSP secretariat meeting today for recommending PR candidates RSP secretariat meeting today for recommending PR candidates Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP)'s secretariat meeting is scheduled to take place today to recommend candidates towards Proportional Representation (PR) electoral system under the House of Representatives (HoR) member elections. Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP)'s secretariat meeting is scheduled to take place today to recommend candidates towards Proportional Representation (PR) electoral system under the House of Representatives (HoR) member elections. Kathmandu 14 Mar, 2026
Rainfall Helps Reduce Kathmandu's Air Pollution; AQI Falls to 149 Rainfall Helps Reduce Kathmandu's Air Pollution; AQI Falls to 149 Air pollution that had blanketed major cities, including the Kathmandu Valley, for the past few days has begun to decrease gradually. Air pollution that had blanketed major cities, including the Kathmandu Valley, for the past few days has begun to decrease gradually. Kathmandu 13 Mar, 2026
NHRC directs government to ensure smooth petroleum supply, curb hoarding NHRC directs government to ensure smooth petroleum supply, curb hoarding The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the government to take all necessary measures to ensure the smooth distribution of petroleum products. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the government to take all necessary measures to ensure the smooth distribution of petroleum products. Kathmandu 13 Mar, 2026
UML chair Oli bereaved of father UML chair Oli bereaved of father KP Sharma Oli, chairperson of the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist–Leninist), has been bereaved of his father. KP Sharma Oli, chairperson of the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist–Leninist), has been bereaved of his father. Kathmandu 13 Mar, 2026
Temperature on the rise, likely to increase further Temperature on the rise, likely to increase further The temperature across most parts of the country has risen between March 10 and 12. The temperature across most parts of the country has risen between March 10 and 12. Kathmandu 12 Mar, 2026
SC orders full hearing on writ petition against Rabi Lamichhane SC orders full hearing on writ petition against Rabi Lamichhane The Supreme Court of Nepal has ordered a full hearing on a writ petition filed against Rabi Lamichhane, chairperson of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). The Supreme Court of Nepal has ordered a full hearing on a writ petition filed against Rabi Lamichhane, chairperson of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). Kathmandu 11 Mar, 2026
Chinese Envoy Zhang calls on Minister Aryal Chinese Envoy Zhang calls on Minister Aryal Chinese Ambassador to Nepal, Zhang Maoming, paid a courtesy call on Minister for Home Affairs Om Prakash Aryal today. Chinese Ambassador to Nepal, Zhang Maoming, paid a courtesy call on Minister for Home Affairs Om Prakash Aryal today. Kathmandu 10 Mar, 2026
Justice cannot be delivered under fear or intimidation: Justice Malla Justice cannot be delivered under fear or intimidation: Justice Malla Supreme Court Justic Sapana Pradhan Malla has said that justice cannot be delivered under fear or intimidation. Supreme Court Justic Sapana Pradhan Malla has said that justice cannot be delivered under fear or intimidation. Kathmandu 10 Mar, 2026
Air quality continues to worsen in Kathmandu Valley Air quality continues to worsen in Kathmandu Valley The AQI measured the Valley’s air quality at 174, ranking it as the second most polluted city in the world as of 4:00 pm today. The AQI measured the Valley’s air quality at 174, ranking it as the second most polluted city in the world as of 4:00 pm today. Kathmandu 10 Mar, 2026
EC ends election code of conduct from midnight EC ends election code of conduct from midnight EC spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai stated that the decision was taken by the commission today. EC spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai stated that the decision was taken by the commission today. Kathmandu 09 Mar, 2026
MoHP urges precaution against increasing air pollution in Kathmandu MoHP urges precaution against increasing air pollution in Kathmandu The Ministry has advised people to avoid going outdoors during the morning and evening hours and to compulsorily wear masks if they must go outside. The Ministry has advised people to avoid going outdoors during the morning and evening hours and to compulsorily wear masks if they must go outside. Kathmandu 09 Mar, 2026
Newly elected National Assembly members take oath Newly elected National Assembly members take oath The newly elected members of the National Assembly (NA), upper house of federal parliament, have taken oath today. The newly elected members of the National Assembly (NA), upper house of federal parliament, have taken oath today. Kathmandu 09 Mar, 2026
Zonta Club Kathmandu honours women leaders on Yellow Rose Day Zonta Club Kathmandu honours women leaders on Yellow Rose Day Zonta Club Kathmandu marked International Women’s Day by celebrating Yellow Rose Day 2026, honouring women leaders, community champions and young scholars promoting opportunities for women and girls in Nepal. Zonta Club Kathmandu marked International Women’s Day by celebrating Yellow Rose Day 2026, honouring women leaders, community champions and young scholars promoting opportunities for women and girls in Nepal. Kathmandu 09 Mar, 2026
Polling centres failed to meet inclusivity standards during HoR election: Observers Polling centres failed to meet inclusivity standards during HoR election: Observers Rights activists who monitored the House of Representatives election held on March 5 said that the polling centres were not gender-friendly, disability-friendly, or inclusive. Rights activists who monitored the House of Representatives election held on March 5 said that the polling centres were not gender-friendly, disability-friendly, or inclusive. Kathmandu 09 Mar, 2026
Probe panel submits report on Bhadra 23–24 incidents to prime minister Probe panel submits report on Bhadra 23–24 incidents to prime minister A high-level probe committee investigating the Bhadra 23–24 incidents has submitted its report to Prime Minister Sushila Karki. A high-level probe committee investigating the Bhadra 23–24 incidents has submitted its report to Prime Minister Sushila Karki. Kathmandu 08 Mar, 2026
Jagdish Kharel wins Lalitpur-2 by landslide Jagdish Kharel wins Lalitpur-2 by landslide Jagdish Kharel of the Rastriya Swatantra Party has won Lalitpur Constituency-2 by a massive margin, capping a political move that saw him resign as Communications Minister in the interim government to contest the March 5 elections. Jagdish Kharel of the Rastriya Swatantra Party has won Lalitpur Constituency-2 by a massive margin, capping a political move that saw him resign as Communications Minister in the interim government to contest the March 5 elections. Kathmandu 08 Mar, 2026
RSP poised to secure two-thirds majority RSP poised to secure two-thirds majority The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is poised to win nearly two-thirds of the seats when direct and proportional seats are combined. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) is poised to win nearly two-thirds of the seats when direct and proportional seats are combined. Kathmandu 08 Mar, 2026
RSP sweeps all 15 seats of Kathmandu Valley RSP sweeps all 15 seats of Kathmandu Valley The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has won 15 seats in the Kathmandu Valley. The RSP has swept 15 seats in three valley districts. Kathmandu has ten seats, followed by Lalitpur with three and Bhaktapur with two. RSP candidates won all of these seats. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has won 15 seats in the Kathmandu Valley. The RSP has swept 15 seats in three valley districts. Kathmandu has ten seats, followed by Lalitpur with three and Bhaktapur with two. RSP candidates won all of these seats. Kathmandu 08 Mar, 2026
Business NEPSE drops 74 points as market turns bearish The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 74.73 points, or 2.62 percent, on Wednesday to close at 2,776.36 points, reversing the previous day’s gains.
Health Health Ministry recalls seven more doctors from deputation The Ministry of Health and Population has recalled seven more senior health service officers from deputation (Kaaj) to their original postings, following a decision taken on March 31.
Health Bird flu spreads in Sunsari; 19,000 poultry culled Bird flu infection has been detected in poultry farms across various local levels in Sunsari district, prompting authorities to cull thousands of birds as a containment measure.
Business NOC reports heavy losses amid global price surge, raises aviation fuel rates Nepal Oil Corporation Limited (NOC) has reported mounting financial losses due to a sharp rise in international petroleum prices, while increasing aviation fuel rates.
Kathmandu Zero Waste Exhibition 2026 concludes, promotes circular economy solutions The “Zero Waste Exhibition 2026,” aimed at promoting sustainable practices and circular economy solutions, concluded successfully in Kathmandu after a two-day run.
Nepal Eight more Nepalis repatriated from Cambodia in latest rescue effort In the latest rescue and repatriation effort, eight more Nepali nationals stranded in Cambodia have been brought back to Nepal with the initiative of the Embassy of Nepal in Bangkok and support from Cambodian authorities.
Environment Light rain, thunderstorms likely in hilly and Himalayan regions The Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD) has forecast generally cloudy conditions in the Himalayan region and partly cloudy weather in the hilly and Tarai regions across the country for Wednesday.
Photo Gallery In Pictures: Temal Jatra at Boudha Devotees from the Tamang Buddhist community gather at Boudhanath Stupa on Wednesday, offering prayers during the Temal Jatra.
Business Gold price nears Rs 300,000 per tola again with fresh surge Gold price in the domestic market continued its upward trend on Wednesday, rising by Rs 7,400 per tola and inching closer to the Rs 300,000 mark again.
