PM Karki urges controls on poll spending ahead of HoR elections PM Karki urges controls on poll spending ahead of HoR elections On the occasion, Chairman Dhakal praised the government’s efforts to create an environment conducive to the upcoming March 5 HoR elections. On the occasion, Chairman Dhakal praised the government’s efforts to create an environment conducive to the upcoming March 5 HoR elections. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
YouthCAN.org Project marks four years of youth-led climate action in Nepal YouthCAN.org Project marks four years of youth-led climate action in Nepal A four-year EU-supported initiative that mobilised thousands of young Nepalis for climate action, green entrepreneurship and data-driven resilience concluded in Kathmandu on Wednesday, celebrating four years of transformative, youth-driven climate leadership across the country. A four-year EU-supported initiative that mobilised thousands of young Nepalis for climate action, green entrepreneurship and data-driven resilience concluded in Kathmandu on Wednesday, celebrating four years of transformative, youth-driven climate leadership across the country. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
Five arrested with firearms in Kathmandu Five arrested with firearms in Kathmandu Police arrested five individuals with firearms across different parts of Kathmandu, seizing two pistols, one revolver and ammunition. Police arrested five individuals with firearms across different parts of Kathmandu, seizing two pistols, one revolver and ammunition. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
KMC to roll out digital literacy training to boost cyber safety KMC to roll out digital literacy training to boost cyber safety Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is set to launch a digital literacy programme aimed at helping residents safely carry out online transactions and reduce exposure to cyber risks. Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is set to launch a digital literacy programme aimed at helping residents safely carry out online transactions and reduce exposure to cyber risks. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
Man arrested for illegal cryptocurrency transactions worth Rs 198mln Man arrested for illegal cryptocurrency transactions worth Rs 198mln Police arrested a 23-year-old man for trading illegal cryptocurrency valued at more than Rs 198.1 million in Kathmandu. Police arrested a 23-year-old man for trading illegal cryptocurrency valued at more than Rs 198.1 million in Kathmandu. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
'Delaying election is no big deal but denying Nepalis the voting right could do massive damage' 'Delaying election is no big deal but denying Nepalis the voting right could do... In response to whether it is possible to create a voting setting for Nepalis abroad, Nilkantha Upreti, former Chief Election Commissioner of the Election Commission, argued in an interview with The Himalayan Times that the key stakeholder in elections is the voter, who is more important than political parties because no elections can take place without voters, and granting voting rights is the most critical task. In response to whether it is possible to create a voting setting for Nepalis abroad, Nilkantha Upreti, former Chief Election Commissioner of the Election Commission, argued in an interview with The Himalayan Times that the key stakeholder in elections is the voter, who is more important than political parties because no elections can take place without voters, and granting voting rights is the most critical task. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
High Court Patan orders release of Mahara on Rs 2 million bail High Court Patan orders release of Mahara on Rs 2 million bail The order states that the Kathmandu District Court’s decision to remand Mahara to judicial custody did not comply with legal requirements. The order states that the Kathmandu District Court’s decision to remand Mahara to judicial custody did not comply with legal requirements. Kathmandu 27 Nov, 2025
Chief Secretary Aryal assumes office, vows to strengthen civil service Chief Secretary Aryal assumes office, vows to strengthen civil service Assuming office today, Aryal stated that his foremost goal is to maintain national pride and dignity while promoting citizen satisfaction. Assuming office today, Aryal stated that his foremost goal is to maintain national pride and dignity while promoting citizen satisfaction. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
PM Karki: System of PM as University Chancellor Must Be Abolished PM Karki: System of PM as University Chancellor Must Be Abolished Prime Minister Sushila Karki has warned that political interventions in universities are likely to increase under a system that appoints political figures as Chancellor. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has warned that political interventions in universities are likely to increase under a system that appoints political figures as Chancellor. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
Digital violence is real violence: UN Nepal calls for action as 16 Days of Activism begins Digital violence is real violence: UN Nepal calls for action as 16 Days of Activism... Digital abuse and digital violence are among the fastest-growing threats to women’s rights worldwide. Studies show that up to half of women globally have faced some form of online harassment or abuse. Digital abuse and digital violence are among the fastest-growing threats to women’s rights worldwide. Studies show that up to half of women globally have faced some form of online harassment or abuse. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
Minister Kharel: Nepal committed to curbing digital violence against women Minister Kharel: Nepal committed to curbing digital violence against women Inaugurating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025 here today, the Minister called for unified efforts to end all forms of digital violence targeting women and girls. Inaugurating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025 here today, the Minister called for unified efforts to end all forms of digital violence targeting women and girls. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
267 arrested for Gen-Z Protest vandalism, arson 267 arrested for Gen-Z Protest vandalism, arson Nepal Police have arrested 267 individuals for their alleged involvement in looting, vandalism and arson during the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9 in Kathmandu district. Nepal Police have arrested 267 individuals for their alleged involvement in looting, vandalism and arson during the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9 in Kathmandu district. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
Gen Z leaders demand dismissal of PM's chief personal secretary Gen Z leaders demand dismissal of PM's chief personal secretary Following the revelation that Prime Minister Sushila Karki’s Chief Personal Secretary, Adarsh Shrestha, appointed his wife and family members to the secretariat, Gen Z leaders and public have raised nepotism issues once again. Following the revelation that Prime Minister Sushila Karki’s Chief Personal Secretary, Adarsh Shrestha, appointed his wife and family members to the secretariat, Gen Z leaders and public have raised nepotism issues once again. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
Police arrest five over Supreme Court arson during Gen-Z Movement Police arrest five over Supreme Court arson during Gen-Z Movement Police have arrested five individuals in connection with arson and vandalism at the Supreme Court during the Gen-Z movement on September 8 and 9. Police have arrested five individuals in connection with arson and vandalism at the Supreme Court during the Gen-Z movement on September 8 and 9. Kathmandu 24 Nov, 2025
Supreme Court orders immediate release of Durga Prasain Supreme Court orders immediate release of Durga Prasain The Court stated that detaining Prasain solely for his expressions violated his constitutionally guaranteed right to freedom of expression. The Court stated that detaining Prasain solely for his expressions violated his constitutionally guaranteed right to freedom of expression. Kathmandu 23 Nov, 2025
16th International Surgical Conference concludes with global participation 16th International Surgical Conference concludes with global participation The Society of Surgeons of Nepal (SSN) has concluded its 16th International Conference, a three-day gathering that brought together more than 600 delegates, including leading surgeons, residents, nurses and medical students from Nepal and abroad. The Society of Surgeons of Nepal (SSN) has concluded its 16th International Conference, a three-day gathering that brought together more than 600 delegates, including leading surgeons, residents, nurses and medical students from Nepal and abroad. Kathmandu 23 Nov, 2025
India Embassy hosts pre-summit event on AI for Inclusive Growth in Kathmandu India Embassy hosts pre-summit event on AI for Inclusive Growth in Kathmandu The Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in partnership with the AI Association of Nepal, organised an event titled “AI for Inclusive Growth: Building Nepal’s AI Ready Future” on Friday. The Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in partnership with the AI Association of Nepal, organised an event titled “AI for Inclusive Growth: Building Nepal’s AI Ready Future” on Friday. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
UNICEF and partners celebrate World Children's Day through cricket, championing equality and child rights UNICEF and partners celebrate World Children's Day through cricket, championing... UNICEF, in partnership with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and the Embassy of Australia, marked World Children’s Day 2025 today with a special cricket event at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. UNICEF, in partnership with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and the Embassy of Australia, marked World Children’s Day 2025 today with a special cricket event at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Smart driving licenses handed over to DoTM Smart driving licenses handed over to DoTM Smart driving licenses printed by the Security Printing Centre have been handed over to the Department of Transport Management. Smart driving licenses printed by the Security Printing Centre have been handed over to the Department of Transport Management. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Department of Passport to Procure 700,000 E-Passports Department of Passport to Procure 700,000 E-Passports The government has authorized the Department of Passport to procure 700,000 units of e-passports for the time being. The government has authorized the Department of Passport to procure 700,000 units of e-passports for the time being. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Alternative forces come together with IDEA A group of newly formed alternative forces announced the Inclusive, Democratic and Ethical Alternative (IDEA) here today.
Nepal One in three Nepali women married before 18, Madhesh leading with highest rates of child marriage The Universal Declaration of Human Rights recognises the right to 'free and full' consent to a marriage while acknowledging that consent cannot be 'free and full' when one of the parties involved is not sufficiently mature to make an informed decision about a life partner.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 3,000 per tola The price of gold declined by Rs 3,000 per tola in the domestic market on Friday.
Business Nepal launches INFF Financing Strategy to drive pro-employment economic growth The Government of Nepal on Thursday launched the Integrated National Financing Strategy for Pro-Employment Growth, aiming to align public and private finance with national development priorities and accelerate job creation.
Opinion Democratic sustainability: Election economics cannot be ignored Our multiparty democracy is indeed vibrant. Despite numerous flaws, the system allows people to participate in the political process, elect representatives, and express grievances.
Nepal HoR polls: 15.77 million ballot papers printed To date, a total of 15,778,000 ballot papers have been printed.
Kathmandu NRB appoints Sahdev Chand as CISO amid digital transformation NRB spokesperson Guru Prasad Paudel told the Rastriya Samachar Samiti (RSS) that Chand was appointed as CISO in accordance with the bank’s Cyber Security Policy, 2074.
Sports Harry Kane scores again as Bayern reaches the German Cup semifinals for the first time in 6 years Defending champion Stuttgart, Bayer Leverkusen and Freiburg already advanced to the semifinals.
World Russia fires barrage at Ukrainian cities as next round of US-brokered talks is unclear Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Thursday that another round of talks was expected “soon” but gave no further details.
