Govt warns of action to those unsettling religious tolerance Govt warns of action to those unsettling religious tolerance The government has warned of legal action to the persons and groups attempting to unsettle religious tolerance. The government has warned of legal action to the persons and groups attempting to unsettle religious tolerance. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
More than 140 kg of marijuana seized in separate Sarlahi incidents More than 140 kg of marijuana seized in separate Sarlahi incidents Security forces seized more than 140 kilograms of marijuana in two separate operations in Sarlahi district early Sunday, intercepting Indian-registered vehicles and arresting one suspect, authorities said. Security forces seized more than 140 kilograms of marijuana in two separate operations in Sarlahi district early Sunday, intercepting Indian-registered vehicles and arresting one suspect, authorities said. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Madhes Province lagging behind in education, says Minister Mahabir Pun Madhes Province lagging behind in education, says Minister Mahabir Pun Minister for Education, Science and Technology Mahabir Pun has expressed concern over Madhes Province lagging behind in the education sector. Minister for Education, Science and Technology Mahabir Pun has expressed concern over Madhes Province lagging behind in the education sector. Nepal 04 Jan, 2026
Forest guard brutally murdered in Sarlahi, one arrested Forest guard brutally murdered in Sarlahi, one arrested Police have taken one person into custody in connection with the brutal murder of a forest guard whose head was severed and remains missing in Sarlahi district, authorities said. Police have taken one person into custody in connection with the brutal murder of a forest guard whose head was severed and remains missing in Sarlahi district, authorities said. Nepal 04 Jan, 2026
EC bans use of children in election campaigns under code of conduct EC bans use of children in election campaigns under code of conduct The Election Commission (EC) has strictly prohibited the use of children in any form of election campaigning under the code of conduct issued for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. The Election Commission (EC) has strictly prohibited the use of children in any form of election campaigning under the code of conduct issued for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. Nepal 04 Jan, 2026
Police seize 115 illegal firearms in Myagdi during month-long operation Police seize 115 illegal firearms in Myagdi during month-long operation Police in Myagdi have confiscated 115 illegal firearms in a month-long security operation, marking the highest-ever seizure of unlicensed guns in the district. Police in Myagdi have confiscated 115 illegal firearms in a month-long security operation, marking the highest-ever seizure of unlicensed guns in the district. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
Ministry continues monitoring of colleges with foreign affiliation Ministry continues monitoring of colleges with foreign affiliation The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has continued a monitoring of higher educational institutions that are affiliated with foreign academic. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has continued a monitoring of higher educational institutions that are affiliated with foreign academic. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
Aquatic birds' census begins in Kanchanpur from today Aquatic birds' census begins in Kanchanpur from today The census of aquatic or water birds have started in Kanchanpur district from today to record the status and population of indigenous and migratory birds dependent on various water bodies and wetlands areas. The census of aquatic or water birds have started in Kanchanpur district from today to record the status and population of indigenous and migratory birds dependent on various water bodies and wetlands areas. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
EC sets election spending cap at Rs 2.7–3.3 million per constituency EC sets election spending cap at Rs 2.7–3.3 million per constituency The Election Commission (EC) has fixed constituency-wise expenditure ceilings for candidates contesting the March 5 House of Representatives elections, ranging from Rs 2.7 million to Rs 3.3 million. The Election Commission (EC) has fixed constituency-wise expenditure ceilings for candidates contesting the March 5 House of Representatives elections, ranging from Rs 2.7 million to Rs 3.3 million. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
EC allows withdrawal, replacement of PR candidates EC allows withdrawal, replacement of PR candidates The Election Commission (EC) has said that candidates listed under the proportional representation (PR) system for the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) election may withdraw their names within a stipulated timeframe, with political parties allowed to submit replacements. The Election Commission (EC) has said that candidates listed under the proportional representation (PR) system for the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) election may withdraw their names within a stipulated timeframe, with political parties allowed to submit replacements. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
CAAN DG Karn leads technical team to Bhadrapur after Buddha Air runway overrun CAAN DG Karn leads technical team to Bhadrapur after Buddha Air runway overrun A technical team led by Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN), Deo Chandra Lal Karn, reached Bhadrapur Airport on Saturday morning to assess Friday night’s Buddha Air runway overrun incident. A technical team led by Director General of the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN), Deo Chandra Lal Karn, reached Bhadrapur Airport on Saturday morning to assess Friday night’s Buddha Air runway overrun incident. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
4.6-magnitude earthquake hits Taplejung 4.6-magnitude earthquake hits Taplejung An earthquake measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale struck Taplejung district early Saturday morning, according to the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre, Lainchaur. An earthquake measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale struck Taplejung district early Saturday morning, according to the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre, Lainchaur. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
Seven injured as Buddha Air ATR-72 overruns runway at Bhadrapur Seven injured as Buddha Air ATR-72 overruns runway at Bhadrapur Seven people, including a co-pilot, were injured after a Buddha Air ATR-72 aircraft overran the runway while landing at Bhadrapur Airport in Jhapa on Friday night. Seven people, including a co-pilot, were injured after a Buddha Air ATR-72 aircraft overran the runway while landing at Bhadrapur Airport in Jhapa on Friday night. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
Minister Kharel asserts March 5 HoR election is unstoppable Minister Kharel asserts March 5 HoR election is unstoppable Speaking to the media at Bharatpur Airport on Friday, Minister Kharel said, “The election announced for March 5 will be held at any cost. It will be conducted in an impartial and calm atmosphere.” Speaking to the media at Bharatpur Airport on Friday, Minister Kharel said, “The election announced for March 5 will be held at any cost. It will be conducted in an impartial and calm atmosphere.” Nepal 02 Jan, 2026
More than 1.1 million foreign visitors arrived in Nepal in 2025 More than 1.1 million foreign visitors arrived in Nepal in 2025 According to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), 1,147,548 visitors had arrived in the country in 2024. According to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), 1,147,548 visitors had arrived in the country in 2024. Nepal 02 Jan, 2026
EC calls for applications to transport election materials EC calls for applications to transport election materials The Election Commission (EC) has invited applications from service providers to transport essential materials for the March 5 House of Representatives elections. The Election Commission (EC) has invited applications from service providers to transport essential materials for the March 5 House of Representatives elections. Nepal 02 Jan, 2026
One shot dead in Laukahi, police intensify search for suspect One shot dead in Laukahi, police intensify search for suspect One person was shot dead in Laukahi of Koshi Rural Municipality–1 in Sunsari last night. One person was shot dead in Laukahi of Koshi Rural Municipality–1 in Sunsari last night. Nepal 01 Jan, 2026
Rasuwagadhi border point reopens after six-month closure Rasuwagadhi border point reopens after six-month closure The Rasuwagadhi border checkpoint, a key overland trade route between Nepal and China, has resumed full operations from Thursday, nearly six months after being shut down due to flood damage. The Rasuwagadhi border checkpoint, a key overland trade route between Nepal and China, has resumed full operations from Thursday, nearly six months after being shut down due to flood damage. Nepal 01 Jan, 2026
2025: Year of Gen Z and unprecedented change 2025: Year of Gen Z and unprecedented change The year 2025 belonged to Gen Z in Nepal, as they propelled unprecedented political change in just 48 hours of rebellion in early September. The year 2025 belonged to Gen Z in Nepal, as they propelled unprecedented political change in just 48 hours of rebellion in early September. Nepal 01 Jan, 2026
Foreign tourist arrivals to Mustang rise by over 18% in 2025 Foreign tourist arrivals to Mustang rise by over 18% in 2025 Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang, one of Nepal’s key religious and trekking destinations, increased by more than 18 percent in 2025, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), Jomsom. Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang, one of Nepal’s key religious and trekking destinations, increased by more than 18 percent in 2025, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP), Jomsom. Nepal 01 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.
