Syakar Trading launches premium Honda service centres, plans nationwide expansion Syakar Trading launches premium Honda service centres, plans nationwide expansion Syakar Trading Company, under the Padma Jyoti Group, has inaugurated two premium Honda service centres and announced plans to expand its network nationwide. Syakar Trading Company, under the Padma Jyoti Group, has inaugurated two premium Honda service centres and announced plans to expand its network nationwide. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Nepal–EU Tech Forum highlights digital investment prospects Nepal–EU Tech Forum highlights digital investment prospects The Embassy of Nepal in Brussels organised the Nepal–EU Tech Forum 2026 in collaboration with Genese Solution, bringing together policymakers, investors, tech firms and diaspora representatives to explore digital innovation and investment opportunities. The Embassy of Nepal in Brussels organised the Nepal–EU Tech Forum 2026 in collaboration with Genese Solution, bringing together policymakers, investors, tech firms and diaspora representatives to explore digital innovation and investment opportunities. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
New viewpoint identified near Kathmandu offers Everest views at low cost New viewpoint identified near Kathmandu offers Everest views at low cost A new trekking destination offering direct views of Everest and four other 8,000-metre peaks has been identified in the Jugal Himalayan range of Sindhupalchok district, the closest such viewpoint to Kathmandu, in what organisers say could open a significant new chapter in Nepal's domestic and inbound tourism. A new trekking destination offering direct views of Everest and four other 8,000-metre peaks has been identified in the Jugal Himalayan range of Sindhupalchok district, the closest such viewpoint to Kathmandu, in what organisers say could open a significant new chapter in Nepal's domestic and inbound tourism. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Ten killed in natural disasters across Nepal in 24 hours Ten killed in natural disasters across Nepal in 24 hours A total of 69 disaster-related incidents were reported nationwide during the period, leaving 25 others injured, the authority said. A total of 69 disaster-related incidents were reported nationwide during the period, leaving 25 others injured, the authority said. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
President Paudel Lays Foundation Stone for Bhanu Literary Park in Tanahun President Paudel Lays Foundation Stone for Bhanu Literary Park in Tanahun Chundiramgha is the birthplace of Bhanubhakta Acharya, revered as Nepal’s Adikavi (Pioneer Poet), and the park is being developed in his honour. Chundiramgha is the birthplace of Bhanubhakta Acharya, revered as Nepal’s Adikavi (Pioneer Poet), and the park is being developed in his honour. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Nepal, ADB sign $40 million concessional loan agreement for digital transformation project Nepal, ADB sign $40 million concessional loan agreement for digital transformation... The agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Finance by Finance Secretary Dr. Ghanashyam Upadhyay and ADB Country Director for Nepal Arnaud Cauchois. The agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Finance by Finance Secretary Dr. Ghanashyam Upadhyay and ADB Country Director for Nepal Arnaud Cauchois. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Govt appoints Narayan Dutta Paudel as APF's 13th IGP Govt appoints Narayan Dutta Paudel as APF's 13th IGP The government has appointed Additional Inspector General Narayan Dutta Paudel as the 13th Inspector General of the Armed Police Force (APF) Nepal. The government has appointed Additional Inspector General Narayan Dutta Paudel as the 13th Inspector General of the Armed Police Force (APF) Nepal. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
NTB CEO Joshi to speak at PATA Annual Summit in South Korea NTB CEO Joshi to speak at PATA Annual Summit in South Korea Nepal Tourism Board CEO Deepak Raj Joshi will join global tourism leaders at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Summit 2026 (PAS 2026), to be held across the South Korean cities of Gyeongju and Pohang from May 11 to 14. Nepal Tourism Board CEO Deepak Raj Joshi will join global tourism leaders at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Summit 2026 (PAS 2026), to be held across the South Korean cities of Gyeongju and Pohang from May 11 to 14. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Sikta Irrigation Project's western main canal not friendly to wildlife Sikta Irrigation Project's western main canal not friendly to wildlife The under-construction Sikta Irrigation Project in the district has turned into a death trap for wildlife. The under-construction Sikta Irrigation Project in the district has turned into a death trap for wildlife. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Indian pilgrim dies of altitude sickness in Mustang Indian pilgrim dies of altitude sickness in Mustang An Indian tourist has died of suspected high-altitude sickness in Jomsom, Mustang, highlighting ongoing health risks for pilgrims visiting high Himalayan destinations. An Indian tourist has died of suspected high-altitude sickness in Jomsom, Mustang, highlighting ongoing health risks for pilgrims visiting high Himalayan destinations. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Nepal sets 28,500 MW target, eyes 15,000 MW exports in decade-long energy strategy Nepal sets 28,500 MW target, eyes 15,000 MW exports in decade-long energy strategy Nepal has unveiled an ambitious energy consumption growth and export strategy targeting a tenfold increase in per capita electricity consumption and the development of 28,500 megawatts of installed capacity by 2035, as the government moves to transform its hydropower surplus from a seasonal headache into a major revenue stream. Nepal has unveiled an ambitious energy consumption growth and export strategy targeting a tenfold increase in per capita electricity consumption and the development of 28,500 megawatts of installed capacity by 2035, as the government moves to transform its hydropower surplus from a seasonal headache into a major revenue stream. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
7,642 third-country tourists enter Nepal via Kakarbhitta in nine months 7,642 third-country tourists enter Nepal via Kakarbhitta in nine months Nepal received a total of 7,642 tourists from third countries over the past nine months through the eastern border point at Kakarbhitta. Nepal received a total of 7,642 tourists from third countries over the past nine months through the eastern border point at Kakarbhitta. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
Climber injured on Dhaulagiri rescued after two-day ordeal Climber injured on Dhaulagiri rescued after two-day ordeal A climber who sustained injuries while descending Dhaulagiri in Dhawalagiri Rural Municipality–4 of Myagdi has been successfully rescued after two days. A climber who sustained injuries while descending Dhaulagiri in Dhawalagiri Rural Municipality–4 of Myagdi has been successfully rescued after two days. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
Nationwide drive launched to clear encroached public land Nationwide drive launched to clear encroached public land The government has launched a nationwide campaign to remove illegal structures built on public land, including riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley. The government has launched a nationwide campaign to remove illegal structures built on public land, including riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
RSP lawmaker Pokharel apologises after widespread criticism for indecent conduct RSP lawmaker Pokharel apologises after widespread criticism for indecent conduct Bishwaraj Pokharel, a member of the House of Representatives elected from Okhaldhunga, has apologised in the face of growing criticism from lawmakers, netizens and members of his own party for mistreating Santadhahadur Magar, the principal of Chandeshwori Secondary School. Bishwaraj Pokharel, a member of the House of Representatives elected from Okhaldhunga, has apologised in the face of growing criticism from lawmakers, netizens and members of his own party for mistreating Santadhahadur Magar, the principal of Chandeshwori Secondary School. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
Nepal launches first Safari Tourism Mart in Chitwan to boost wildlife tourism Nepal launches first Safari Tourism Mart in Chitwan to boost wildlife tourism The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has launched the country’s first-ever Safari Tourism Mart in Meghauli, aiming to position Nepal as a leading global destination for responsible wildlife tourism. The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has launched the country’s first-ever Safari Tourism Mart in Meghauli, aiming to position Nepal as a leading global destination for responsible wildlife tourism. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
Death of pregnant woman in Butwal: Two healthcare facilities sealed, Dr Rupakheti suspended Death of pregnant woman in Butwal: Two healthcare facilities sealed, Dr Rupakheti... Following the incident, the Council formed a probe committee coordinated by Dr. Samrat Parajuli, which has submitted a 26-page preliminary report. Following the incident, the Council formed a probe committee coordinated by Dr. Samrat Parajuli, which has submitted a 26-page preliminary report. Nepal 25 Apr, 2026
All eyes on Khumbu Icefall as joint team moves to clear Everest route All eyes on Khumbu Icefall as joint team moves to clear Everest route The Expedition Operators Association of Nepal (EOAN) and the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) are set to deploy a joint team of around 20 people, including icefall doctors and Sherpa climbers from various expeditions, to the Khumbu Icefall on Sunday morning to assess ground conditions and attempt to open or identify alternate routes through the section that has been blocking progress toward Camp I on Everest. The Expedition Operators Association of Nepal (EOAN) and the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) are set to deploy a joint team of around 20 people, including icefall doctors and Sherpa climbers from various expeditions, to the Khumbu Icefall on Sunday morning to assess ground conditions and attempt to open or identify alternate routes through the section that has been blocking progress toward Camp I on Everest. Nepal 25 Apr, 2026
Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run held in Cairo to mark Everest Day Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run held in Cairo to mark Everest Day A 5-kilometre Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run was organised in Cairo to mark Mount Everest Day and International Wellness Day, highlighting environmental sustainability and wellness. A 5-kilometre Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run was organised in Cairo to mark Mount Everest Day and International Wellness Day, highlighting environmental sustainability and wellness. Nepal 25 Apr, 2026
Govt merges NATHM, Nepal Mountain Academy into single tourism training body Govt merges NATHM, Nepal Mountain Academy into single tourism training body The Nepal government has merged two of the country's principal tourism and mountaineering training institutions — the Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM) and the Nepal Mountain Academy (NMA) — into a single unified body, establishing the Nepal Tourism, Hotel and Mountain Institution Development Committee. The Nepal government has merged two of the country's principal tourism and mountaineering training institutions — the Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM) and the Nepal Mountain Academy (NMA) — into a single unified body, establishing the Nepal Tourism, Hotel and Mountain Institution Development Committee. Nepal 25 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.
