Tourism Minister Paudel holds talks with envoys of China, Japan and Lithuania Tourism Minister Paudel holds talks with envoys of China, Japan and Lithuania Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel 'Ganes' held courtesy meetings with ambassadors of China, Japan and Lithuania in Kathmandu on Friday, discussing cooperation in tourism and broader development sectors. Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel 'Ganes' held courtesy meetings with ambassadors of China, Japan and Lithuania in Kathmandu on Friday, discussing cooperation in tourism and broader development sectors. Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
No policy to restrict employment on UAE visit visas: DoI No policy to restrict employment on UAE visit visas: DoI The Department of Immigration has clarified that there is no provision or policy to impose employment restrictions on Nepali citizens traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under visit visas. The Department of Immigration has clarified that there is no provision or policy to impose employment restrictions on Nepali citizens traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under visit visas. Kathmandu 16 Apr, 2026
UK Ambassador Fenn Calls on Education Minister, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation UK Ambassador Fenn Calls on Education Minister, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation During the meeting, the two discussed various aspects of Nepal–UK relations, with a focus on mutual cooperation and collaboration, During the meeting, the two discussed various aspects of Nepal–UK relations, with a focus on mutual cooperation and collaboration, Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
KMC implements carpooling system to address fuel crisis KMC implements carpooling system to address fuel crisis Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol said the system has been introduced to better manage the ongoing fuel crisis by ensuring the optimal use of available vehicles. Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol said the system has been introduced to better manage the ongoing fuel crisis by ensuring the optimal use of available vehicles. Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
Internal feud lingers in Nepali Congress Internal feud lingers in Nepali Congress As the Sher Bahadur Deuba faction continues to call meetings and make statements on its own, Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa — who was elected through a disputed Special General Convention — has declared that unauthorised activity outside of the party office has a limit and will not be tolerated. As the Sher Bahadur Deuba faction continues to call meetings and make statements on its own, Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa — who was elected through a disputed Special General Convention — has declared that unauthorised activity outside of the party office has a limit and will not be tolerated. Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
KMC launches night passenger bus service from tonight KMC launches night passenger bus service from tonight The service will commence from Pulchowk at 7:00 pm. The service will commence from Pulchowk at 7:00 pm. Kathmandu 14 Apr, 2026
Speaker Aryal inquires into parliament building construction status Speaker Aryal inquires into parliament building construction status Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has inquired about the progress of the Parliament building construction. Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has inquired about the progress of the Parliament building construction. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
Former PM Oli undergoes successful gallstone surgery Former PM Oli undergoes successful gallstone surgery Former PM Oli underwent the procedure on the advice of his doctors. Former PM Oli underwent the procedure on the advice of his doctors. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
Indian national held from TIA in possession of marijuana Indian national held from TIA in possession of marijuana An Indian citizen has been arrested with about two kilogrammes of marijuana from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) today. An Indian citizen has been arrested with about two kilogrammes of marijuana from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) today. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
Media Compact signed to promote gender-responsive journalism Media Compact signed to promote gender-responsive journalism UN Women, in partnership with the Media Advocacy Group, concluded the Media Compact Signing Ceremony in Kathmandu, marking a significant step toward promoting gender-responsive and inclusive media practices in Nepal, with a particular focus on women in politics. UN Women, in partnership with the Media Advocacy Group, concluded the Media Compact Signing Ceremony in Kathmandu, marking a significant step toward promoting gender-responsive and inclusive media practices in Nepal, with a particular focus on women in politics. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
101 traffic violators fined in Kathmandu Valley 101 traffic violators fined in Kathmandu Valley The Traffic Police has intensified such surprise inspections in recent days to ensure stricter enforcement of traffic regulations. The Traffic Police has intensified such surprise inspections in recent days to ensure stricter enforcement of traffic regulations. Kathmandu 12 Apr, 2026
Rubi Kumari Thakur elected as Deputy Speaker of HoR Rubi Kumari Thakur elected as Deputy Speaker of HoR Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal formally announced Thakur’s election and extended his congratulations. Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal formally announced Thakur’s election and extended his congratulations. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2026
Prez Paudel administers oath to Ministers Gauri Kumari Yadav, Ramji Yadav Prez Paudel administers oath to Ministers Gauri Kumari Yadav, Ramji Yadav President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath to the two ministers during a ceremony held at the Office of the President, Sheetal Niwas. President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath to the two ministers during a ceremony held at the Office of the President, Sheetal Niwas. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2026
President Paudel addresses joint session of Federal Parliament President Paudel addresses joint session of Federal Parliament President Ramchandra Paudel has addressed the joint session of both houses of the Federal Parliament at the multi-purpose meeting hall of Singha Durbar-based Federal Parliament Building. President Ramchandra Paudel has addressed the joint session of both houses of the Federal Parliament at the multi-purpose meeting hall of Singha Durbar-based Federal Parliament Building. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2026
Foreign employment department warns against unauthorized labour approval services Foreign employment department warns against unauthorized labour approval services The Department of Foreign Employment (DoFE) has issued a public notice warning against cyber centres, training institutes, and other establishments that falsely advertise labour approval or foreign employment services unauthorized under existing law. The Department of Foreign Employment (DoFE) has issued a public notice warning against cyber centres, training institutes, and other establishments that falsely advertise labour approval or foreign employment services unauthorized under existing law. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2026
UML Chair Oli to remain in hospital for few days UML Chair Oli to remain in hospital for few days Acting on the government’s decision to implement the Commission’s report, police had taken Chairman Oli into custody from Gundu, Bhaktapur, on March 28. Acting on the government’s decision to implement the Commission’s report, police had taken Chairman Oli into custody from Gundu, Bhaktapur, on March 28. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
President Paudel prorogues both houses of federal parliament President Paudel prorogues both houses of federal parliament President Ramchandra Paudel has prorogued the current session of both houses of the Federal Parliament with effect from midnight on Friday. President Ramchandra Paudel has prorogued the current session of both houses of the Federal Parliament with effect from midnight on Friday. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Two arrested in fatal stabbing of brothers in Lalitpur Two arrested in fatal stabbing of brothers in Lalitpur Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of two brothers near Krishna Mandir in Mangalbazar, Lalitpur, on Wednesday evening in what police say began as a dispute over a misdirected phone call. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of two brothers near Krishna Mandir in Mangalbazar, Lalitpur, on Wednesday evening in what police say began as a dispute over a misdirected phone call. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Labour Minister Deepak Kumar Sah dismissed Labour Minister Deepak Kumar Sah dismissed Prime Minister Balendra Shah has dismissed Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security Deepak Kumar Sah following a recommendation from Rabi Lamichhane, chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). Prime Minister Balendra Shah has dismissed Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security Deepak Kumar Sah following a recommendation from Rabi Lamichhane, chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Education Ministry directs private schools to refund illegal fees Education Ministry directs private schools to refund illegal fees The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has directed institutional (private) schools to refund fees collected illegally in violation of existing laws and court orders. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has directed institutional (private) schools to refund fees collected illegally in violation of existing laws and court orders. Kathmandu 09 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.
