RSP decides to back Shram Sanskriti Party for Deputy Speaker RSP decides to back Shram Sanskriti Party for Deputy Speaker The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has decided to support the Shram Sanskriti Party for the post of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR). The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has decided to support the Shram Sanskriti Party for the post of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR). Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Vehicle-Free Asan' campaign to begin from April 18 Vehicle-Free Asan' campaign to begin from April 18 Kathmandu Metropolitan City has decided to launch a ‘Vehicle-Free Asan’ campaign from April 18, aiming to preserve the cultural identity of the historic market area and promote social, cultural and commercial activities. Kathmandu Metropolitan City has decided to launch a ‘Vehicle-Free Asan’ campaign from April 18, aiming to preserve the cultural identity of the historic market area and promote social, cultural and commercial activities. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Arrest warrants issued against Deuba couple Arrest warrants issued against Deuba couple Arrest warrants have been issued against former five-time prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife, former foreign minister Arzu Rana Deuba in connection with a money laundering case. Arrest warrants have been issued against former five-time prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife, former foreign minister Arzu Rana Deuba in connection with a money laundering case. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Foreign Minister Khanal leaving for Mauritius to attend Indian Ocean Conference Foreign Minister Khanal leaving for Mauritius to attend Indian Ocean Conference Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is leaving for Port Louis, Mauritius, on Thursday to participate in the 9th Indian Ocean Conference 2026. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is leaving for Port Louis, Mauritius, on Thursday to participate in the 9th Indian Ocean Conference 2026. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Former Home Minister Lekhak released on bail following court order Former Home Minister Lekhak released on bail following court order Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has been released on bail after 13 days in custody, in line with a directive from the Supreme Court of Nepal. Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has been released on bail after 13 days in custody, in line with a directive from the Supreme Court of Nepal. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Oli released on bail, handed over to family amid ongoing investigation Oli released on bail, handed over to family amid ongoing investigation Former Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has been released on bail and handed over to his family while undergoing treatment at hospital this morning. Former Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has been released on bail and handed over to his family while undergoing treatment at hospital this morning. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Nepal welcomes US–Iran two-week ceasefire, urges continued dialogue Nepal welcomes US–Iran two-week ceasefire, urges continued dialogue In a statement, the government said the agreement provides an important opportunity for dialogue, diplomacy, and the peaceful resolution of differences. In a statement, the government said the agreement provides an important opportunity for dialogue, diplomacy, and the peaceful resolution of differences. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Prez Paudel to address joint session of Federal Parliament on Friday Prez Paudel to address joint session of Federal Parliament on Friday President Ramchandra Paudel is set to address a joint session of both Houses of the Federal Parliament on Friday. President Ramchandra Paudel is set to address a joint session of both Houses of the Federal Parliament on Friday. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
French national found stranded at Pashupatinath handed over to Immigration French national found stranded at Pashupatinath handed over to Immigration Police further stated that the French national had been residing in Nepal for the past six years with his Nepali spouse. Police further stated that the French national had been residing in Nepal for the past six years with his Nepali spouse. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
PM Shah to envoys: Nepal stable, open for investment, and committed to shared prosperity PM Shah to envoys: Nepal stable, open for investment, and committed to shared... Prime Minister Balendra Shah told ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions stationed in Nepal on Wednesday that his government is committed to strengthening ties with all friendly nations on the basis of mutual benefit, balanced foreign policy, and shared prosperity. Prime Minister Balendra Shah told ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions stationed in Nepal on Wednesday that his government is committed to strengthening ties with all friendly nations on the basis of mutual benefit, balanced foreign policy, and shared prosperity. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Arrest warrant issued against Deuba couple; Red Corner Notice likely Arrest warrant issued against Deuba couple; Red Corner Notice likely An arrest warrant has reportedly been issued against former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his spouse, former foreign minister Arzu Rana Deuba, in connection with a money laundering case. An arrest warrant has reportedly been issued against former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his spouse, former foreign minister Arzu Rana Deuba, in connection with a money laundering case. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Taskforce on constitution amendment meeting today Taskforce on constitution amendment meeting today A taskforce formed to prepare a concept paper on constitution amendment is holding a meeting today. A taskforce formed to prepare a concept paper on constitution amendment is holding a meeting today. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Both houses of Federal Parliament convening today Both houses of Federal Parliament convening today Meetings of both houses of the Federal Parliament are scheduled for today, with key reports and a bill set to be presented. Meetings of both houses of the Federal Parliament are scheduled for today, with key reports and a bill set to be presented. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
PM Shah to hold collective meeting with foreign ambassadors PM Shah to hold collective meeting with foreign ambassadors Prime Minister Balendra Shah is scheduled to hold a collective meeting with ambassadors from various countries based in Nepal today. Prime Minister Balendra Shah is scheduled to hold a collective meeting with ambassadors from various countries based in Nepal today. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Govt appoints NPC Vice Chair, cuts fuel duties, approves key projects Govt appoints NPC Vice Chair, cuts fuel duties, approves key projects The meeting also appointed Nepal Rastra Bank Executive Director Kiran Pandit as the Deputy Governor of the central bank. The meeting also appointed Nepal Rastra Bank Executive Director Kiran Pandit as the Deputy Governor of the central bank. Kathmandu 07 Apr, 2026
DAAD alumni symposium discusses federalism challenges, Gen Z engagement DAAD alumni symposium discusses federalism challenges, Gen Z engagement A two-day DAAD Alumni Symposium has highlighted key challenges and opportunities in Nepal’s federal system, with a focus on the role of Generation Z in governance and development. A two-day DAAD Alumni Symposium has highlighted key challenges and opportunities in Nepal’s federal system, with a focus on the role of Generation Z in governance and development. Kathmandu 07 Apr, 2026
President reshuffles Cabinet order of precedence President reshuffles Cabinet order of precedence President Ramchandra Paudel has revised the order of precedence of the Council of Ministers on the recommendation of Prime Minister Balendra Shah. President Ramchandra Paudel has revised the order of precedence of the Council of Ministers on the recommendation of Prime Minister Balendra Shah. Kathmandu 07 Apr, 2026
Chinese ambassador calls on Foreign Minister Khanal Chinese ambassador calls on Foreign Minister Khanal Zhang Maoming, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Nepal, paid a courtesy call on Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal at the ministry on Monday. Zhang Maoming, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Nepal, paid a courtesy call on Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal at the ministry on Monday. Kathmandu 07 Apr, 2026
Foreign ministers of Nepal, UAE discuss West Asia situation Foreign ministers of Nepal, UAE discuss West Asia situation Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held a telephone conversation with Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, on Monday evening. Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held a telephone conversation with Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates, on Monday evening. Kathmandu 07 Apr, 2026
Lower House approves three ordinances Lower House approves three ordinances The Lower House of the Federal Parliament approved three ordinances today, including the ‘Voters’ List (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2026’, the ‘House of Representatives Election (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2026’, and the ‘Nepal Special Service (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2026’. The Lower House of the Federal Parliament approved three ordinances today, including the ‘Voters’ List (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2026’, the ‘House of Representatives Election (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2026’, and the ‘Nepal Special Service (Second Amendment) Ordinance, 2026’. Kathmandu 07 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.
