2,634 tourists visit Shuklaphanta National Park in six months 2,634 tourists visit Shuklaphanta National Park in six months A total of 2,634 tourists visited Shuklaphanta National Park in the first six months of the current fiscal year. A total of 2,634 tourists visited Shuklaphanta National Park in the first six months of the current fiscal year. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
SC issues mandamus to conclude long-pending transitional justice process SC issues mandamus to conclude long-pending transitional justice process According to the court, the third amendment to the Act relating to transitional justice mechanisms, 2081 (BS), aligns with international standards, Supreme Court verdicts and existing laws. According to the court, the third amendment to the Act relating to transitional justice mechanisms, 2081 (BS), aligns with international standards, Supreme Court verdicts and existing laws. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
1,460 escaped prisoners rearrested in Sudurpaschim in nine months 1,460 escaped prisoners rearrested in Sudurpaschim in nine months Police have arrested 1,460 escaped prisoners in Sudurpaschim Province over the past nine months. Police have arrested 1,460 escaped prisoners in Sudurpaschim Province over the past nine months. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
President Paudel issues Cooperative Ordinance President Paudel issues Cooperative Ordinance President Ramchandra Paudel issued the Cooperative (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2083, on Thursday afternoon. President Ramchandra Paudel issued the Cooperative (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2083, on Thursday afternoon. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
Nearly 400 illegal structures to be demolished along Bagmati Canal in Rautahat Nearly 400 illegal structures to be demolished along Bagmati Canal in Rautahat Authorities have begun demolishing nearly 400 illegally built huts and properties along the Bagmati Irrigation Canal in Chandrapur Municipality-5 and -6, ending a 28-year-long encroachment. Authorities have begun demolishing nearly 400 illegally built huts and properties along the Bagmati Irrigation Canal in Chandrapur Municipality-5 and -6, ending a 28-year-long encroachment. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
Ordinances to end deadlock, not serve vested interests, says PM's advisor Ordinances to end deadlock, not serve vested interests, says PM's advisor Prime Minister Balendra Shah's political advisor Asim Shah has come out in defence of the government's sweeping package of ordinances, pushing back against criticism by arguing the measures are rooted in democratic values and aimed squarely at unblocking a public service delivery system long paralysed by political appointments and legal bottlenecks. Prime Minister Balendra Shah's political advisor Asim Shah has come out in defence of the government's sweeping package of ordinances, pushing back against criticism by arguing the measures are rooted in democratic values and aimed squarely at unblocking a public service delivery system long paralysed by political appointments and legal bottlenecks. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
40km Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section upgrade begins under MCA-Nepal 40km Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section upgrade begins under MCA-Nepal The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) on Wednesday formally launched the upgradation of the 40-kilometre Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section along the East–West Highway. The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) on Wednesday formally launched the upgradation of the 40-kilometre Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section along the East–West Highway. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Japan, UNDP launch $1.29m project to boost urban climate resilience in Dhangadhi Japan, UNDP launch $1.29m project to boost urban climate resilience in Dhangadhi The Government of Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a USD 1.296 million project to strengthen urban resilience to climate risks in Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City. The Government of Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a USD 1.296 million project to strengthen urban resilience to climate risks in Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
34 killed, 139 injured in 616 disaster incidents in 15 days 34 killed, 139 injured in 616 disaster incidents in 15 days At least 34 people have died and 139 others were injured in 616 disaster-related incidents reported across the country over the past 15 days, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. At least 34 people have died and 139 others were injured in 616 disaster-related incidents reported across the country over the past 15 days, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
1.2 million driving licences printed as ICT Ministry unveils one-month progress 1.2 million driving licences printed as ICT Ministry unveils one-month progress The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has reported significant progress in service delivery and digital reforms within one month of the new minister, Dr. Bikram Timilsina, assuming office, aligning with the government’s 100-point governance reform agenda. The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has reported significant progress in service delivery and digital reforms within one month of the new minister, Dr. Bikram Timilsina, assuming office, aligning with the government’s 100-point governance reform agenda. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
DoT warns against 'overnight stay' packages at Everest Base Camp DoT warns against 'overnight stay' packages at Everest Base Camp The Department of Tourism (DoT) has warned trekking agencies against promoting or operating overnight stay packages at expedition camps, including Everest Base Camp, without prior approval. The Department of Tourism (DoT) has warned trekking agencies against promoting or operating overnight stay packages at expedition camps, including Everest Base Camp, without prior approval. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Khumbu Icefall route opened, but risks persist: SPCC Khumbu Icefall route opened, but risks persist: SPCC The route through the Khumbu Icefall on Mt Everest has been opened for the Spring 2026 climbing season, though significant risks remain at a critical section, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) said. The route through the Khumbu Icefall on Mt Everest has been opened for the Spring 2026 climbing season, though significant risks remain at a critical section, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) said. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
FM holds separate meetings with Norway, EU envoys FM holds separate meetings with Norway, EU envoys Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held separate courtesy meetings with the ambassadors of Norway and the European Union in Kathmandu on Tuesday. Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held separate courtesy meetings with the ambassadors of Norway and the European Union in Kathmandu on Tuesday. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Nepalgunj to host first Tharu Food Festival from April 30 Nepalgunj to host first Tharu Food Festival from April 30 Nepalgunj city will host its first Tharu indigenous food festival beginning April 30, running for three days in an effort to preserve and promote the culinary traditions of the Tharu community. Nepalgunj city will host its first Tharu indigenous food festival beginning April 30, running for three days in an effort to preserve and promote the culinary traditions of the Tharu community. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Nepal Micro Insurance Chair Ashish Shrestha arrested Nepal Micro Insurance Chair Ashish Shrestha arrested The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Ashish Shrestha, the chairperson of Nepal Micro Insurance Company Ltd, today as the probe into the sensational securities scam expanded. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Ashish Shrestha, the chairperson of Nepal Micro Insurance Company Ltd, today as the probe into the sensational securities scam expanded. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Portugal Deputy FM to visit Nepal Portugal Deputy FM to visit Nepal Deputy Foreign Minister of Portugal, Dr Ana Isabel Xavier, is arriving in Nepal on an official visit from April 29 to May 1 at the invitation of Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai. Deputy Foreign Minister of Portugal, Dr Ana Isabel Xavier, is arriving in Nepal on an official visit from April 29 to May 1 at the invitation of Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Adverse weather warning issued; public urged to take precautions Adverse weather warning issued; public urged to take precautions According to the Department, the windstorm is expected to commence at around 5:45 pm on Wednesday and persist until 7:45 am on Thursday. According to the Department, the windstorm is expected to commence at around 5:45 pm on Wednesday and persist until 7:45 am on Thursday. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Indigenous Majhi community face increased risk for livelihood due to river encroachment Indigenous Majhi community face increased risk for livelihood due to river... Batule Majhi, a man in his mid-40s from Bhimtar in Indrawati Rural Municipality–11, belongs to the indigenous Majhi community, traditionally known for fishing as their primary source of livelihood. Batule Majhi, a man in his mid-40s from Bhimtar in Indrawati Rural Municipality–11, belongs to the indigenous Majhi community, traditionally known for fishing as their primary source of livelihood. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Traffic Police take action against 2,746 drivers in last 24 hours Traffic Police take action against 2,746 drivers in last 24 hours The Traffic Police have taken action against 2,746 vehicle drivers in the last 24 hours. The Traffic Police have taken action against 2,746 vehicle drivers in the last 24 hours. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Khumbu Icefall finally opens after tense week; Everest season now under way Khumbu Icefall finally opens after tense week; Everest season now under way The Khumbu Icefall route on Mt. Everest is open. The Khumbu Icefall route on Mt. Everest is open. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Business More companies, higher index, bigger market: Nepal's stock exchange expands in 2025/26 Nepal's stock market has grown stronger over the past year, with the benchmark index climbing to 2,833.6 points in mid-April 2026 from 2,662.1 a year ago, meaning the value of shares traded on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) has risen for investors across the country, according to Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
Kathmandu Opposition leader Angdembey calls for dialogue, consensus and result-oriented budget Bhishma Raj Angdembey, parliamentary leader of the main opposition Nepali Congress, has stressed that democracy must be guided by dialogue, discussion, consensus and participation, urging the government to heed concerns raised by lawmakers.
Business NEPSE falls 1.41% to 2,744 points The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index declined by 39.44 points, or 1.41 percent, on Tuesday to close at 2,744.40 points, reversing gains from the previous session.
Nepal Two killed, 22 injured in Arghakhanchi bus accident Two people died on the spot and 22 others were injured in a bus accident at Durgaphant Kudule in Panini-8, Arghakhanchi.
Nepal Five bridges on Bheri Corridor left incomplete for six years Construction of several bridges along the Bheri Corridor road project remains stalled for years, even as significant progress has been made in road development along the Jajarkot–Dolpa section.
Opinion What nurses taught me that Nepal has forgotten Florence Nightingale would not recognise the wards I trained in. As a second-year medical student in the early 1990s, my first serious lessons in medicine came not from doctors or surgeons, but from nurses.
Science and Tech A South Korean startup captures workers' techniques to develop AI brains for robots His head, chest and hands strapped with body cameras, David Park deftly folded a banquet napkin the way he has thousands of times during his nine years at the five-star Lotte Hotel Seoul. Each of his motions is fed into a database that will one day teach a robot to do the same.
Business Ramada Itahari unveils May Dining and Hospitality offers Ramada by Wyndham Itahari has introduced a series of promotional offers for May, targeting both in-house guests and local visitors with dining and leisure experiences.
Business Bajaj announces Grand Exchange Carnival with discounts up to Rs 100,000 Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd., the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched a week-long “Grand Exchange Carnival” offering customers an opportunity to upgrade their vehicles with discounts and incentives.
