Banke issues first-ever citizenship certificate under mother's name Banke issues first-ever citizenship certificate under mother's name The District Administration Office, Banke, has issued a citizenship certificate under the mother's name for the first time in the district. The District Administration Office, Banke, has issued a citizenship certificate under the mother's name for the first time in the district. Nepal 08 Jan, 2026
Govt appoints investigator to probe Buddha Air accident Govt appoints investigator to probe Buddha Air accident The government has appointed a senior captain to investigate the Buddha Air aircraft accident that occurred at Chandragadhi (Bhadrapur) Airport in Jhapa earlier this month. The government has appointed a senior captain to investigate the Buddha Air aircraft accident that occurred at Chandragadhi (Bhadrapur) Airport in Jhapa earlier this month. Nepal 07 Jan, 2026
Dog attacks injure 50 people in Rautahat in a single day Dog attacks injure 50 people in Rautahat in a single day At least 50 people were injured in a series of dog attacks in Gadhimai Municipality of Rautahat district on Wednesday, triggering fear among local residents. At least 50 people were injured in a series of dog attacks in Gadhimai Municipality of Rautahat district on Wednesday, triggering fear among local residents. Nepal 07 Jan, 2026
Nine rhinos die in and around Chitwan National Park in six months Nine rhinos die in and around Chitwan National Park in six months Nine one-horned rhinos have died in Chitwan National Park and its surrounding areas over the past six months, park authorities said. Nine one-horned rhinos have died in Chitwan National Park and its surrounding areas over the past six months, park authorities said. Nepal 07 Jan, 2026
Birgunj regaining normalcy after lifting of curfew Birgunj regaining normalcy after lifting of curfew The normal life in Birgunj, Parsa district is gradually regaining normalcy from today after an all-party and all-sides meeting settled the dispute erupted involving two communities of differing social and religious faith. The normal life in Birgunj, Parsa district is gradually regaining normalcy from today after an all-party and all-sides meeting settled the dispute erupted involving two communities of differing social and religious faith. Nepal 07 Jan, 2026
US imposes visa bond requirement on Nepali visitors US imposes visa bond requirement on Nepali visitors Nepali nationals applying for US tourist and business visas will now be required to deposit a visa bond, as Nepal has been added to the list of countries subject to the United States’ visa bond pilot programme, according to the US Department of State. Nepali nationals applying for US tourist and business visas will now be required to deposit a visa bond, as Nepal has been added to the list of countries subject to the United States’ visa bond pilot programme, according to the US Department of State. Nepal 07 Jan, 2026
Home Ministry issues 10-point directive to all 77 district offices Home Ministry issues 10-point directive to all 77 district offices The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a 10-point circular to all 77 district administration offices (DAOs), directing them to submit reports on measures taken to promote religious tolerance and social harmony at the district level. The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a 10-point circular to all 77 district administration offices (DAOs), directing them to submit reports on measures taken to promote religious tolerance and social harmony at the district level. Nepal 07 Jan, 2026
Energy Minister Ghising calls for prioritizing solar energy Energy Minister Ghising calls for prioritizing solar energy Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Kul Man Ghising, has underscored the need to prioritize solar energy in the coming days. Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Kul Man Ghising, has underscored the need to prioritize solar energy in the coming days. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Curfew lifted in Birgunj after all-party meeting reaches consensus Curfew lifted in Birgunj after all-party meeting reaches consensus Following the consensus reached at the meeting convened today under the leadership of the District Administration Office (DAO) of Parsa, the curfew imposed since Monday was lifted at 3:30 pm today. Following the consensus reached at the meeting convened today under the leadership of the District Administration Office (DAO) of Parsa, the curfew imposed since Monday was lifted at 3:30 pm today. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Pokhara rolls out QR-based storytelling at 24 tourist sites Pokhara rolls out QR-based storytelling at 24 tourist sites The Pokhara Tourism Council (PTC) has launched a QR-based digital storytelling system at 24 major tourist destinations across Pokhara, allowing visitors to access site-specific information by scanning QR codes. The Pokhara Tourism Council (PTC) has launched a QR-based digital storytelling system at 24 major tourist destinations across Pokhara, allowing visitors to access site-specific information by scanning QR codes. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Cyber Bureau busts major online scam targeting over 70,000 users Cyber Bureau busts major online scam targeting over 70,000 users The Cyber Bureau of Nepal Police has arrested 11 individuals, including a Chinese national, for their alleged involvement in a large-scale online scam operated through the “SMC” mobile application, which targeted more than 70,000 people nationwide. The Cyber Bureau of Nepal Police has arrested 11 individuals, including a Chinese national, for their alleged involvement in a large-scale online scam operated through the “SMC” mobile application, which targeted more than 70,000 people nationwide. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Wild elephant found dead in Jhapa Wild elephant found dead in Jhapa A wild elephant was found dead at Dandagaun of Buddhashanti rural municipality-3 in Jhapa district this morning. A wild elephant was found dead at Dandagaun of Buddhashanti rural municipality-3 in Jhapa district this morning. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Over 526,000 receive police clearance certificates this fiscal year Over 526,000 receive police clearance certificates this fiscal year Nepal Police has issued police clearance certificates to 526,355 individuals through online services so far in the current fiscal year, from mid-July to January 4, according to official data. Nepal Police has issued police clearance certificates to 526,355 individuals through online services so far in the current fiscal year, from mid-July to January 4, according to official data. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Schools closed for three days in Kanchanpur due to cold wave Schools closed for three days in Kanchanpur due to cold wave Three local levels in Kanchanpur district have shut all academic institutions for three days as a precaution against excessive cold. Three local levels in Kanchanpur district have shut all academic institutions for three days as a precaution against excessive cold. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Curfew in Birgunj extended till 1 pm Curfew in Birgunj extended till 1 pm The District Administration Office (DAO), Parsa, has extended the curfew in Birgunj Metropolitan City until 1:00 pm on Tuesday. The District Administration Office (DAO), Parsa, has extended the curfew in Birgunj Metropolitan City until 1:00 pm on Tuesday. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
District Administration imposes curfew in Birgunj District Administration imposes curfew in Birgunj The District Administration Office, Parsa, has imposed a curfew in Birgunj Metropolitan City, effective from 6:00 pm today until 8:00 am tomorrow. The District Administration Office, Parsa, has imposed a curfew in Birgunj Metropolitan City, effective from 6:00 pm today until 8:00 am tomorrow. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Motorcyclist killed in EV van collision on Postal Highway in Rautahat Motorcyclist killed in EV van collision on Postal Highway in Rautahat A motorcyclist was killed after an electric van collided with a motorcycle at Bhuwali Chowk along the Postal Highway in Rautahat on Monday morning. A motorcyclist was killed after an electric van collided with a motorcycle at Bhuwali Chowk along the Postal Highway in Rautahat on Monday morning. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Bhimphedi jeep accident: Identities of five deceased persons established Bhimphedi jeep accident: Identities of five deceased persons established Identities of five out of six persons deceased in the Bhimphedi jeep accident have been established so far. Identities of five out of six persons deceased in the Bhimphedi jeep accident have been established so far. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Nepal Embassy in London warns Nepalis against UK job scam Nepal Embassy in London warns Nepalis against UK job scam The Embassy of Nepal in London has urged Nepali citizens to remain alert amid a rise in fraud cases involving fake UK work permit offers. The Embassy of Nepal in London has urged Nepali citizens to remain alert amid a rise in fraud cases involving fake UK work permit offers. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
EC appoints Chief Returning Officers for March 5 HoR elections EC appoints Chief Returning Officers for March 5 HoR elections The Election Commission (EC) has appointed Chief Returning Officers and Returning Officers in all 77 districts to conduct the upcoming elections to the House of Representatives (HoR), scheduled for March 5. The Election Commission (EC) has appointed Chief Returning Officers and Returning Officers in all 77 districts to conduct the upcoming elections to the House of Representatives (HoR), scheduled for March 5. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
World G7 meets on the Iran war as Rubio tries to sell US strategy to skeptical allies insulted by Trump British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said Britain also favored a diplomatic path, acknowledging differences with the United States.
Sports Tonali's breakfast-table dream pays off for childhood idol Gattuso in Italy's World Cup playoff win Every morning Tonali used to drink from a teacup featuring images of Gattuso on it.
Nepal Home Minister Gurung vows zero tolerance on corruption, simplified service delivery Assuming office at the Ministry of Home Affairs today, he directed staff and stated that strict action would be taken against anyone found involved in corruption.
Kathmandu No shift in Nepal's foreign policy, Minister Khanal says Highlighting economic diplomacy, the minister said it would be prioritised as a key tool for national economic development.
Nepal Gita Chaudhary assumes office as Agriculture and Environment Minister Newly appointed Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, as well as Forests and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, assumed office today.
Kathmandu Outgoing PM Karki returns home Karki had assumed responsibility for conducting the elections on the night of September 12, following the developments in the aftermath of the Gen Z movement of September 8–9.
Nepal Nisha Mehta sssumes office as Health and Water Supply Minister The newly appointed Minister for Health and Population, as well as Water Supply, Nisha Mehta, assumed office today.
Nepal First Cabinet Meeting Decides to Implement Gen Z Movement Inquiry Report Upon assuming office at Singha Durbar, Prime Minister Shah directed ministers and secretaries to work in the best interests of the people.
Kathmandu Minister Pokharel takes charge, pledges education sector reforms The newly appointed Minister for Education, Science and Technology, as well as Youth and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel, assumed office today at the ministry in Singha Durbar.
