Strengthen NPC, Policy Research Institute for Better Governance: PM Shah Strengthen NPC, Policy Research Institute for Better Governance: PM Shah PM Shah further cautioned that budgetary and legal constraints should not be cited as excuses for underperformance. PM Shah further cautioned that budgetary and legal constraints should not be cited as excuses for underperformance. Nepal 21 Apr, 2026
National Cyber Security Centre warns public against rising ransomware attacks National Cyber Security Centre warns public against rising ransomware attacks The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued a public advisory warning of a significant rise in ransomware attacks on information technology systems, urging individuals and institutions to take immediate precautions to protect their data. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has issued a public advisory warning of a significant rise in ransomware attacks on information technology systems, urging individuals and institutions to take immediate precautions to protect their data. Nepal 21 Apr, 2026
Home Minister Gurung defends share investments, denies concealment Home Minister Gurung defends share investments, denies concealment Home Minister Sudan Gurung has dismissed allegations that he concealed share investments worth Rs 2.5 million from his official property declaration, saying all his stock market investments — exceeding Rs 20 million — are clearly listed in his property details, publicly available on the Council of Ministers' website. Home Minister Sudan Gurung has dismissed allegations that he concealed share investments worth Rs 2.5 million from his official property declaration, saying all his stock market investments — exceeding Rs 20 million — are clearly listed in his property details, publicly available on the Council of Ministers' website. Nepal 20 Apr, 2026
Ujyalo Nepal Party Chief Ghising demands rollback of fuel price hike Ujyalo Nepal Party Chief Ghising demands rollback of fuel price hike Kulman Ghising, chair of the Ujyalo Nepal Party, has urged the government to withdraw the recent increase in petroleum prices, citing its impact on remote regions. Kulman Ghising, chair of the Ujyalo Nepal Party, has urged the government to withdraw the recent increase in petroleum prices, citing its impact on remote regions. Nepal 20 Apr, 2026
30 new bird species recorded in Gulmi 30 new bird species recorded in Gulmi A recent survey has recorded 30 new species of birds in Gulmi, taking the district’s total bird count to 355. A recent survey has recorded 30 new species of birds in Gulmi, taking the district’s total bird count to 355. Nepal 20 Apr, 2026
Demolition drive targets encroached structures along Birgunj's main road Demolition drive targets encroached structures along Birgunj's main road The Road Division Office, Hetauda, launched a demolition drive in Birgunj early Sunday morning, pulling down structures built in encroachment of the main road under the Tribhuvan Highway. The Road Division Office, Hetauda, launched a demolition drive in Birgunj early Sunday morning, pulling down structures built in encroachment of the main road under the Tribhuvan Highway. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
Verify social media information before sharing: Minister Timilsina Verify social media information before sharing: Minister Timilsina Minister for Communications and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina has urged the public to verify information circulating on social media, stating that not all content shared online is accurate or authentic. Minister for Communications and Information Technology Bikram Timilsina has urged the public to verify information circulating on social media, stating that not all content shared online is accurate or authentic. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
Home Ministry directs DAOs to implement one-door service system Home Ministry directs DAOs to implement one-door service system The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a nine-point directive to District Administration Offices (DAOs) nationwide, calling for the implementation of a “one-door service system” to improve public service delivery. The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued a nine-point directive to District Administration Offices (DAOs) nationwide, calling for the implementation of a “one-door service system” to improve public service delivery. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
Sikta Irrigation Project makes 46pc progress in two decades Sikta Irrigation Project makes 46pc progress in two decades The Sikta Irrigation Project has achieved only 46 per cent physical progress in nearly two decades since its launch in the fiscal year 2061/62 BS. The Sikta Irrigation Project has achieved only 46 per cent physical progress in nearly two decades since its launch in the fiscal year 2061/62 BS. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
Spring 2026 climbing season opens with summits on three 8,000ers Spring 2026 climbing season opens with summits on three 8,000ers Nepal's Spring 2026 climbing season has opened with a flurry of successful ascents across three eight-thousanders in a single weekend, with teams reaching the summits of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Makalu between April 17 and 18, signalling a strong start to what is shaping up to be an active season on the high peaks. Nepal's Spring 2026 climbing season has opened with a flurry of successful ascents across three eight-thousanders in a single weekend, with teams reaching the summits of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Makalu between April 17 and 18, signalling a strong start to what is shaping up to be an active season on the high peaks. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
AmCham Nepal promotes 'Hydro-to-Data' vision in Washington Mission AmCham Nepal promotes 'Hydro-to-Data' vision in Washington Mission American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has concluded its “Washington Door Knock” mission, pitching Nepal as a potential hub for clean energy-powered digital infrastructure, including artificial intelligence, blockchain and data centres. American Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (AmCham Nepal) has concluded its “Washington Door Knock” mission, pitching Nepal as a potential hub for clean energy-powered digital infrastructure, including artificial intelligence, blockchain and data centres. Nepal 19 Apr, 2026
UML Chair Oli discharged from hospital, returns home UML Chair Oli discharged from hospital, returns home Former PM Oli had undergone surgery for the removal of gallbladder stones. Former PM Oli had undergone surgery for the removal of gallbladder stones. Nepal 18 Apr, 2026
NAC expands Resunga flights to four days a week; Fares hiked NAC expands Resunga flights to four days a week; Fares hiked Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has increased flight frequency to Resunga Airport in Gulmi to four days a week starting Saturday. Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has increased flight frequency to Resunga Airport in Gulmi to four days a week starting Saturday. Nepal 18 Apr, 2026
NMA urges enforcement of doctors' working hour limits after govt directive on hospital services NMA urges enforcement of doctors' working hour limits after govt directive on... The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has called for immediate enforcement of legal provisions governing doctors’ working hours and service conditions, welcoming a recent notice issued by the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security. The Nepal Medical Association (NMA) has called for immediate enforcement of legal provisions governing doctors’ working hours and service conditions, welcoming a recent notice issued by the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security. Nepal 18 Apr, 2026
Training for survival: High-altitude medicine reaches Himalayan guides and porters Training for survival: High-altitude medicine reaches Himalayan guides and porters High-altitude illnesses kill dozens of people every year among those who venture into the mountains for work or leisure. Despite this, only a limited number of research groups worldwide focus on studying these conditions, which can become life-threatening if not properly recognized and managed. High-altitude illnesses kill dozens of people every year among those who venture into the mountains for work or leisure. Despite this, only a limited number of research groups worldwide focus on studying these conditions, which can become life-threatening if not properly recognized and managed. Nepal 17 Apr, 2026
NTB, PATA Nepal Chapter sign deal to host Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 NTB, PATA Nepal Chapter sign deal to host Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 Nepal Tourism Board and PATA Nepal Chapter have signed an agreement to jointly organise the sixth edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart 2026, aimed at promoting Nepal as a global tourism destination. Nepal Tourism Board and PATA Nepal Chapter have signed an agreement to jointly organise the sixth edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart 2026, aimed at promoting Nepal as a global tourism destination. Nepal 17 Apr, 2026
Matatirtha Aunsi being observed with prayers, offerings, and tribute to mothers Matatirtha Aunsi being observed with prayers, offerings, and tribute to mothers Matatirtha Aunsi, the country's traditional Mother's Day, is being observed across the country today, with devotees thronging sacred sites, families seeking blessings from living mothers, and those who have lost their mothers making offerings in their memory. Matatirtha Aunsi, the country's traditional Mother's Day, is being observed across the country today, with devotees thronging sacred sites, families seeking blessings from living mothers, and those who have lost their mothers making offerings in their memory. Nepal 17 Apr, 2026
Nepal expresses gratitude as UAE pardons 128 Nepali inmates on Ramadan Nepal expresses gratitude as UAE pardons 128 Nepali inmates on Ramadan The Ministry further stated that the pardon was granted following a formal request made by the Government of Nepal through the Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi. The Ministry further stated that the pardon was granted following a formal request made by the Government of Nepal through the Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
Forty-six Nepalis rescued from Cambodia Forty-six Nepalis rescued from Cambodia The Nepali Embassy in Bangkok has rescued 46 Nepali nationals from Cambodia, all of whom have since returned home. The Nepali Embassy in Bangkok has rescued 46 Nepali nationals from Cambodia, all of whom have since returned home. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
SC orders release of NC leader Khadka SC orders release of NC leader Khadka The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the release of Nepali Congress leader and former minister Dipak Khadka, who had been arrested on charges of money laundering. The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the release of Nepali Congress leader and former minister Dipak Khadka, who had been arrested on charges of money laundering. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
Business QR payments, mobile banking surge as Nepal logs Rs 852bn in digital transactions in one month Digital payment transactions surged across all channels in the month from mid-March to mid-April 2026, according to the current macroeconomic and financial situation report covering nine months of 2025/26 released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
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.
