Over 14,000 students pass Kathmandu Metropolitan scholarship exam A total of 14,057 students have passed the scholarship selection examination conducted by Kathmandu Metropolitan City for admission to Grades 11 and 12 in institutional schools under the metropolis for the academic session 2083/84.
House Rules of Procedure passed amid chaos The House of Representatives passed the House Rules of Procedure amidst opposition sloganeering. The lawmakers have been granted special privileges under the Rules of Procedure, which were approved at the meeting on Friday.
Public figures pledge support to end child marriage Artists, athletes, entrepreneurs and media professionals have pledged collective support for the “Childhood Free from Marriage” campaign aimed at ending child marriage in Nepal.
US Under Secretary Rogers attends Ascent Summit 2026 in Kathmandu United States Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Sarah B Rogers participated in the Ascent Summit 2026 held in Kathmandu on Saturday.
US Under Secretary Sarah Rogers arrives in Nepal United States Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy Sarah B Rogers has arrived in Nepal on an official visit.
PM Shah responds to lawmakers in HoR, pledges diplomatic solution to border disputes Prime Minister Balendra Shah responded to lawmakers’ queries in the House of Representatives (HoR) on Sunday, amid continued demands from opposition parties for the Prime Minister to address Parliament.
EU, UNICEF launch 'Asha: Dreams in Motion' to link education with jobs for Nepali youth The European Union (EU) and UNICEF Nepal have launched a new initiative titled “Asha: Dreams in Motion” aimed at strengthening dialogue on skills development and improving the transition of young people from education to employment in Nepal.
Govt committed to effective implementation of women's rights: PM Shah Prime Minister Balendra Shah has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to effectively implementing women’s rights, gender equality and women empowerment.
73rd International Sagarmatha Day being observed today The 73rd International Sagarmatha Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes highlighting mountain tourism, environmental conservation and safe mountaineering.
'EU not involved in political shakeups in Nepal' The European Union Ambassador to Nepal, Véronique Lorenzo, has strongly dismissed allegations that the EU interfered in recent domestic political shakeups, labelling claims that the bloc manipulated the recent youth-led Gen Z protest movement as a baseless attempt at misinformation.
Italy marks 80th Republic Day in Kathmandu with diplomatic reception and musical evening The Embassy of Italy in Nepal hosted a reception at Hotel Aloft, Thamel on Tuesday evening to mark the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic, bringing together diplomats, government officials and members of the Kathmandu business and civil society community.
NHRC recommends action against KP Oli, two former ministers, senior security officials over Gen Z protest violence The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has held former prime minister KP Sharma Oli primarily responsible for the September 2025 Gen Z protest violence that left 76 people dead, recommending legal action against him along with two former ministers and several senior security officials for human rights violations.
Conservation of Himalayan environment essential: President Paudel President Ramchandra Paudel has stressed the need for sustainable mountain tourism, responsible mountaineering and conservation of the Himalayan environment.
'MOFA Mitra' mobile app launched for online consular services Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal on Tuesday launched the ‘MOFA Mitra’ mobile application aimed at providing online consular services to Nepalis living abroad.
Business Ranjit Acharya named jury member for Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards In a first for Nepal's advertising industry, Ranjit Acharya, founder and chief executive officer of Prisma Advertising, has been nominated as a jury member for the 17th Cannes Corporate Media & TV Awards 2026.
Nepal FM Khanal urges shift from past geopolitics to development in India ties as he wraps up India visit Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal has said Nepal-India relations must move beyond geopolitical sensitivities of the past and be anchored firmly on development, diplomacy and measurable outcomes, as he wrapped up high-level engagements in New Delhi.
Health World Food Safety Day being observed worldwide today The World Food Safety Day is being observed globally today, raising awareness on foodborne illnesses and promoting safer food practices under the theme “From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere.”
Lifestyle 2026 K-Vibe Festival 'Glow and Taste' showcases Korean culture in Kathmandu The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal organized the 2026 K-Vibe Festival, titled “Glow and Taste,” on Saturday at Chhaya Center, Kathmandu, highlighting Korean beauty, cuisine and cultural exchange.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 8,200 per tola; silver also declines sharply The domestic bullion market witnessed a sharp decline on Sunday, with gold prices falling by Rs 8,200 per tola amid a continued downward trend in recent days.
Environment Rain, thunderstorms likely in hills and Himalayan regions; heatwave continues in Terai Weather conditions across Nepal are expected to remain mixed today, with generally cloudy skies in the eastern and mountainous regions and hot weather persisting in parts of the southern plains, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology.
Business Nepalis to get QR payment access in India as cross-border system moves towards operationalisation Nepal and India have announced the operationalisation of peer-to-peer (P2P) cross-border digital payment transactions, enabling individuals in the two countries to transfer money directly through linked payment systems.
Nepal 'No old baggage, only a firm resolve to build a genuinely transformative relationship' Minister of Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal, who is currently visiting India, on Saturday met Indian Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar and held talks on bilateral issues.
Nepal Foreign Minister Khanal holds talks with Indian FM Jaishankar in New Delhi Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held bilateral talks in New Delhi on Saturday, discussing ways to further strengthen Nepal-India relations.
Kathmandu Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival begins, bringing south asian voices together The fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) commenced in the capital on Friday, bringing together writers, scholars, artists and cultural figures from across South Asia.
Nepal Tourist influx, return of locals drive rise in patient numbers at Mustang hospital Patient numbers have risen sharply at the provincial hospital in Jomsom as the summer tourism season gains momentum and local residents return to the district, putting additional pressure on the region’s only hospital.
Health Health Minister Mehta directs measures to ensure smooth medicine supply Minister for Health and Food Safety Nisha Mehta has directed authorities to ensure an uninterrupted supply of medicines and address shortages, including cancer drugs.
