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Nepal records 2.3pc rise in July tourist arrivals despite monsoon season

Nepal welcomed 71,775 international visitors in July, posting a 2.3 per cent year-on-year increase despite the monsoon season, according to the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB).
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Bagmati CM Baniya says he will resign only after majority is demonstrated

Bagmati Province Chief Minister Indra Bahadur Baniya on Monday said he would step down only after the newly formed ruling alliance demonstrates it has a clear majority to form the next government.
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File - Infrastructure Development Minister Sunil Lamsal answers lawmakers' queries on the Appropriation Bill during a House of Representatives session at the Federal Parliament in Singha Durbar, Kathmandu, on Thursday. Photo: Gopal Dahal/RSS

Govt unveils new National Transport Policy after 25 years

The government has unveiled the National Transport Policy, 2083, replacing a transport policy that had remained largely unchanged for nearly 25 years.
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Two Indian nationals held with over 109 kg of marijuana in Sarlahi

Police in Sarlahi have arrested two Indian nationals after recovering more than 109 kilograms of marijuana from a car during a surprise security check in Lalbandi Municipality.
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In Pictures: Kathmandu queues up as cooking gas shortage sparks panic buying

Long queues formed outside the Nepal Oil Corporation in Kathmandu on Monday as residents rushed to secure cooking gas amid fears of supply disruptions.
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Monsoon shifts north, raising risk of very heavy rain in Lumbini and Karnali

The Meteorological Forecasting Division has warned of very heavy rainfall in parts of Lumbini and Karnali provinces on Monday as the monsoon trough has shifted slightly north of its normal position, increasing the likelihood of intense downpours across several regions.
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Baby born in roadside cave as family rushes to reach health post in remote Bajura

A 24-year-old woman in Bajura gave birth to a baby boy inside a roadside cave after going into active labour while being carried to a health facility. A health worker later reached the site, provided post-delivery care and ensured the mother and newborn were stable.
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Four years on, Rs 40 million bridge project yet to begin in Bajura

A Rs 40.12 million bridge project over the Budhiganga River in Bajura has failed to begin despite four years having passed since the contract was awarded, raising fresh concerns over delays in public infrastructure projects.

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Psychologists from 18 countries to gather in Kathmandu for Applied Psychology conference

National College, affiliated with Kathmandu University, will host the International Conference on Applied Psychology (ICAP 2026) from August 6 to 8, bringing together psychologists, researchers, educators, practitioners and policymakers from 18 countries to discuss emerging issues in mental health and behavioural sciences.
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Police shoot, arrest robbery suspect after alleged attack in Kathmandu

Police shot and arrested a robbery suspect after he allegedly attempted to attack officers with a khukuri during an operation in Budhanilkantha Municipality-13, Chunikhyel, on Saturday night.
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From Bihar's villages to the corridors of global power: A candid conversation with Sanjay Pradhan

When Sanjay Pradhan is asked where he comes from, his answer refuses to fit into conventional geography. “I am from everywhere. I don’t belong to any one place,” he says with quiet conviction. “I refuse to be limited to a specific geography, nationality, religion, or culture. I encompass all of it.”
31 Jul, 2026
JICA President Dr Tanaka Akihiko. Photo Courtesy: JICA Nepal

JICA Chief, Dr Tanaka Akihiko, reaffirms Japan's long-term Development Commitment to Nepal

Japan has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to Nepal’s development, with JICA President Dr Tanaka Akihiko concluding a four-day visit focused on infrastructure, human resource development and strengthening bilateral cooperation.
30 Jul, 2026
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Lawmakers stresses that legislation is essential to address digital violence against women and girls

Lawmakers and civil society members have said that there is a need for enacting a new law to hold social media platforms accountable, taking into consideration relevant international treaties and agreements.
29 Jul, 2026

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Gauriphanta border point in Kailali. Photo: Tekendra Deuba

Kailali steps up border security with mandatory ID checks

Authorities in Kailali district have made official identification mandatory for people entering Nepal through border checkpoints with India, stepping up security measures amid heightened sensitivity following recent incidents in parts of the country.
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Four years on, Rs 40 million bridge project yet to begin in Bajura

A Rs 40.12 million bridge project over the Budhiganga River in Bajura has failed to begin despite four years having passed since the contract was awarded, raising fresh concerns over delays in public infrastructure projects.
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FIle - Jawang Khola landslide in Dhanding Benighat Rorang -10 along the Prithvi Highway. Photo: Keshav Adhikari

Police warn travellers as floods, landslides disrupt roads nationwide

Continuous rainfall has triggered landslides and flooding, disrupting traffic on several major highways and roads across the country, with some routes completely blocked and others subject to nighttime travel restrictions.
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Over 1.8 tonnes of marijuana seized in Morang, Dhankuta; three arrested

Nepal Police have seized more than 1.8 tonnes of marijuana in separate operations in Morang and Dhankuta, arresting three people in connection with the cases.
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Shot in the leg, now wants Russia, not Nepal

Bibek Khatri, 26, who is being held as a prisoner of war by Ukrainian forces, said economic hardship after COVID-19 drove him from a warehouse job in Russia into the Russian army, a short, brutal stint on the front line and nearly three years in captivity — and why he still prefers to return to Russia rather than Nepal.
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Nepal exports 2,260 tonnes less tea, loses Rs 640m in FY2025/26

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Villages empty as migration reshapes rural Ramechhap

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Two-way traffic restored on Narayanghat–Muglin road

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FILE - A herd of elephants grazes in Amboseli National Park in Kajiado, Kenya, Feb. 12, 2026. Photo: AP

Kenya says 15 elephants died of cyanide poisoning after eating tomatoes from nearby farms

Fifteen elephants that died over the past month in southern Kenya are suspected to have been poisoned by tomatoes contaminated by cyanide, wildlife authorities told local media Wednesday.
30 Jul, 2026
This aerial image shows the damaged AEON Mall after an earthquake in Kashima, Kumamoto prefecture, southern Japan, Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Photo: Kyodo News via AP

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake shakes part of southern Japan but no tsunami detected

An earthquake registering a magnitude of 7.1 shook Kumamoto on Japan’s southern main island of Kyushu late Tuesday afternoon, causing damage and injuries, officials said.
28 Jul, 2026
Rescue workers evacuate flood victims from a flooded area near Lahore,Pakistan, Monday, Jun 27, 2026. Photo: AP

Pakistan monsoon death toll tops 100 in a month as more heavy rain forecast

The death toll from monsoon rains and flash flooding in Pakistan over the past month surpassed 100 on Monday as weather forecasters warned that more heavy rain is expected across the country later this week.
28 Jul, 2026
Firefighters spray water in a burning forest near Lacanau, southwestern France, Saturday, July 25, 2026. Photo: AP

Wildfires in France drive 250,000 people from their homes, creep toward wine city

A raging wildfire in southwest France forced the evacuation of 55,000 people overnight Sunday, taking the total forced out of their homes to 220,000 in one region alone as the flames have crept ever closer to the wine region city of Bordeaux.
26 Jul, 2026
A protestor holds a piece of paper with "Democracy?" written on it during a demonstration demanding educational reforms as part of the Cockroach Janta Party's ongoing protest movement in New Delhi, India, Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Photo: AP

India protest movement holds capital sit-in as police crack down on demonstrators

Thousands of young protesters were camped on the streets of India’s capital New Delhi on Thursday, defying new restrictions in the latest show of strength for a movement that has become one of the biggest challenges to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government.
23 Jul, 2026

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Monsoon shifts north, raising risk of very heavy rain in Lumbini and Karnali

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NOC raises petrol, diesel rates

Phur Galjen Sherpa. Photo Courtesy: Imagine Nepal

Phur Galjen Sherpa completes 14 eight-thousanders

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Villages empty as migration reshapes rural Ramechhap

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NOC raises petrol, diesel rates

Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has increased the retail prices of petrol, diesel and aviation fuel after a fresh rise in fuel import costs from India, while claiming it has absorbed a significant portion of the price hike to protect consumers.
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Inside Global IME Bank's approach to CSR and the Sustainable Development Goals

Over the past several years, Global IME Bank Limited has quietly built one of the more extensive corporate social responsibility portfolios among Nepal's commercial banks, spanning education, health, financial literacy, disaster relief and environmental conservation.
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Golchha Organisation marks Founder's Day with nationwide CSR drives

The Diwakar Golchha Organisation on Wednesday marked its annual Founder's Day by organising community service programmes across Nepal, including free health camps, tree plantation drives and the donation of dialysis equipment, while commemorating the 72nd birth anniversary of late industrialist Diwakar Golchha.
30 Jul, 2026
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Company registration, FDI approvals now digitised under new system

The Department of Industry has shifted most of its administrative and regulatory services to a fully online system, aiming to make public services faster, more transparent and more accessible.
30 Jul, 2026
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'We are transitioning from dependency to mutual economic partnerships'

Nepal and Canada share over six decades of formal diplomatic ties. In an exclusive interview, Bal Krishna Sah of The Himalayan Times spoke with Canada’s visiting Director-General for South Asia, Jean-Christian Brillant, and Deputy Ambassador Allen Mark about the results of the Fourth Edition of the Nepal-Canada Bilateral Consultation Mechanism, the changing dynamics of bilateral cooperation under Canada’s new administration, green energy collaboration, and key priorities in student welfare and global governance.
30 Jul, 2026

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Faith in motion: Bol Bam pilgrims' sacred Shrawan journey

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Baby born in roadside cave as family rushes to reach health post in remote Bajura

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Coffin brings home Nepali driver killed in Kuwait drone attack

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Microfinance victims' hunger strike enters fourth day at Maitighar despite shelter demolition

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FM Wagle in the spotlight: Promises and delivery challenges

Dr. Swarnim Wagle assumed the finance ministry on March 27, 2026. Drawing on his experience at the World Bank and the National Planning Commission, he struck a more hopeful tone upon taking office.
31 Jul, 2026
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Hari Khadka & Aman Pratap: Football, Memories & a Final Goodbye | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 34

Two legends of Nepali football. One unforgettable episode. And a commentary so iconic that even Hari Khadka couldn't resist joining in.
24 Jul, 2026
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50 Years of Football Memories with Raju Shakya & Sanjeeb Shilpakar | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 33

Legends of the game. A lifetime of football stories. One unforgettable conversation.
24 Jul, 2026
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Sajan & Mamta: Rigged Debate, Ronaldo & Football Chaos | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 32

They started the episode with a laugh and ended it with a SIUUU. Everything in between? Pure chaos.
24 Jul, 2026
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Rubishka Shrestha: Unscripted, Unfiltered & Unforgettable | Xtreme Football Circus | EP 31

This time, the host becomes the guest and the circus gets a whole lot more interesting.
24 Jul, 2026

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Asian soccer body joins opposition to FIFA and Infantino's World Cup private equity plan

Asia’s soccer body joined opposition to Gianni Infantino’s plan for private investors to buy stakes in the World Cup and said Friday FIFA must urgently review its management style.
31 Jul, 2026
FILE - FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during a news conference at the stadium in Mexico City, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, a day before the opening FIFA World Cup match between Mexico and South Africa. Photo: AP
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Nepal finish winless as Netherlands secure 57-run League 2 victory

Nepal ended the eighth ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series winless after suffering a 57-run defeat to the Netherlands in Utrecht on Wednesday.
30 Jul, 2026
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Second successive defeat leaves Nepal struggling in League 2 standings

Nepal suffered a six-wicket defeat to the Netherlands in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 in Utrecht on Thursday, registering their second successive loss in the series.
24 Jul, 2026
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Nepal suffer second straight defeat in CAVA Men's Championship

Nepal endured its second consecutive defeat in the Men’s Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Championship, losing 3-2 to Sri Lanka in a closely contested match in Islamabad, Pakistan, on Thursday.
23 Jul, 2026
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Nepal fall to Namibia by eight wickets in League 2

Nepal suffered an eight-wicket defeat against Namibia in the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 match in Utrecht, the Netherlands, on Tuesday.
22 Jul, 2026
Spain's Rodri (16) lifts the winners' trophy after their win in the World Cup final soccer match against Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 on Ferran Torres' goal in extra time

This is how good Spain was at the World Cup: Not even Lionel Messi had any answers.
20 Jul, 2026
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This image released by Sony Pictures shows Tom Holland in a scene from "Spider-Man: Brand New Day." Photo: Sony Pictures via AP

'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' nets second best North American opening ever with $355 million

“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” made box office history in its first weekend in theaters.
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Incessant Rain Studios, NIMB Ace Capital collaborate for Lost In Mandala

KATHMANDUIncessant Rain Studios has collaborated with NIMB Ace Capital to present Lost In Mandala, a historic cinematic project billed as Nepal's first animated feature film designed specifically...
29 Jul, 2026
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Everest Base Camp to host World's first silent festival in October

Key Takeaways: Festival named The Base Camp Sessions will use LED wireless headphones Attendance limited to trekkers completing a 12-day guided Khumbu trek Proceeds to support glacier monitoring...
17 Jul, 2026
A "Just Married" sign is displayed on Madison Square Garden during a wedding between singer Taylor Swift and National Football League player Travis Kelce on Friday, July 3, 2026, in New York. Photo: AP

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are married. What to know about the wedding

NEW YORK, JULY 5Your English teacher and your gym teacher are married. And we finally know a few more details surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding at Madison Square Garden.Adam...
05 Jul, 2026
FILE - Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, right, is congratulated by Taylor Swift as they celebrate the Chiefs' victory over the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship NFL football game, Jan. 26, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. Photo: AP

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting married at Madison Square Garden? What we know

Are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce really getting married at Madison Square Garden?Frenzied speculation surrounding the superstar singer and football player's upcoming wedding has spiked over the...
29 Jun, 2026
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French Embassy honours Cannes-winning Nepali film 'Elephants in the Fog'

KATHMANDU, JUNE 14The French Embassy in Nepal has celebrated the international success of Nepali film Elephants in the Fog, which won the Jury Prize in the Un Certain Regard section at the 2026 Cannes...
14 Jun, 2026

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Collaborate, learn, lead: The spirit of the Toastmasters Leadership Institute

Learning is a lifelong journey, and Toastmasters International provides the ideal environment for individuals to continuously refine their communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
30 Jul, 2026
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Mrs Nepal World 2026 applications open, grand finale set for October

Ribbon Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. has opened applications for Mrs Nepal World 2026, with the national pageant for married women set to culminate in the grand finale on Kartik 14 (late October).
30 Jul, 2026
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Everest Base Camp: More than just a trek

I am a physician by profession, and my wife, who is also a physician, shares many of my interests. One of our greatest passions is traveling and trekking together.
28 Jul, 2026
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Coffee and conversations: Breaking barriers one sip at a time

If you were to ask me what was the very first line of communication that I wished I had made at my first Toastmasters meeting, it would have been something as simple as: “Hello, this is Anamika Koirala”.
23 Jul, 2026
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Zonta Club Kathmandu wins Global Service and Advocacy Award in Canada

Zonta Club Kathmandu has received the prestigious Zonta Excellence in Service and Advocacy Award 2024–2026 at the 67th Zonta International Convention held in Vancouver, Canada, from July 11 to 14.
20 Jul, 2026

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Anthropic says its AI models hacked 3 organizations during testing

Anthropic said its artificial intelligence models hacked into three other organizations during testing, just days after ChatGPT maker OpenAI raised concerns over AI controls after it disclosed its rogue models hacked another company.
31 Jul, 2026
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South Asian internet pioneers honoured at SANOG Conference in Kathmandu

Internet pioneers from five South Asian countries were honoured in Kathmandu on Sunday for their contributions to expanding internet access and commercial internet services across the region.
27 Jul, 2026
SpaceX's mega rocket Starship begins its take off but is aborted, in Starbase, Texas, Thursday, July 16, 2026. Photo: AP

SpaceX Starship launch aborted on the pad at the last moment

SpaceX’s mega Starship rocket came within a second or so from blasting off on a test flight Thursday, but some of the engines failed to ignite, triggering a launch abort amid billowing clouds of smoke and vapor.
22 Jul, 2026
FILE: In this March 29, 2018, file photo, the logo for social media giant Facebook, appears on screens at the Nasdaq MarketSite, in New York's Times Square. Facebook on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, launched an app that will pay users to share information with the social media giant about which apps they're using. Photo: AP/file

Facebook faces ongoing outage, thousands report access problems

Facebook users across multiple regions reported widespread access issues on Sunday afternoon, with the platform's browser version displaying an error message stating that accounts were "temporarily unavailable" due to a site issue.
19 Jul, 2026
This photo provided by NASA shows Kieran Wilson, LINK’s principal investigator, and Hunter Robertson, a space systems engineer, both at Katalyst Space, standing next to their spacecraft inside the SES (Space Environment Simulator) at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md., April 17, 2026, ahead of thermal vacuum testing. Photo: Sophia Roberts/NASA via AP

Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth

A three-armed spacecraft rocketed into orbit Friday to rescue a NASA telescope that’s in danger of crashing back to Earth.
05 Jul, 2026

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