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.
Madhav Nepal bats for unity among communist forces Co-coordinator of Nepali Communist Party (NCP) Madhav Kumar Nepal has said that the communist political forces in the country should be united.
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.
'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.
Nepal, South Korea discuss regional cooperation in South Asia The Embassy of the South Korea in Nepal and Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs jointly organised a seminar on enhancing regional integration and cooperation in South Asia in Kathmandu on Tuesday.
Third Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Open Lead Climbing Competition set for May 28-29 in Thamel The third edition of the Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Open Lead Climbing Competition is set to take place at Astrek Climbing Wall in Thamel on May 28 and 29,
Business MetLife Nepal launches football-based education initiative in Kaski schools MetLife Nepal has launched a sports-and-education initiative in Kaski district, distributing football kits and training equipment to public schools to promote youth development through sport.
Nepal Over 6,700 govt employees found late in office checks: NVC The National Vigilance Centre (NVC) has found more than 6,700 government employees failing to report to office on time during nationwide surprise inspections.
Environment World Environment Day marked with call for climate-resilient, green development World Environment Day 2026 is being observed across the country today with the theme “Foundation for a Prosperous Future: Climate and Nature-Friendly Development,” highlighting urgent action on climate change and environmental protection.
Business Himalayan Travel Mart 2026 concludes, strengthens Nepal's global tourism footprint The 6th edition of the Himalayan Travel Mart (HTM 2026) concluded in Kathmandu on Thursday with strong international participation and renewed commitments to position Nepal as a global tourism hub under the theme “New Frontiers in Tourism.”
Business Gold, silver prices decline in domestic market The price of gold has decreased by Rs 2,100 per tola in the domestic market on Friday, according to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association.
Nepal RSP Chair Lamichhane meets US Envoy Sergio Gor in New Delhi Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi Lamichhane, who is on a five-day visit to India, held talks with Sergio Gor in New Delhi on Thursday.
Environment Heatwave tightens grip on Tarai, likely to persist for three more days A prolonged heatwave is sweeping across Nepal's southern plains, with the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) warning that temperatures could exceed 38 degrees Celsius in several Tarai districts over the next three days.
Opinion When the monsoon returns, so do preventable diseases: The fight begins before the outbreak Every year, Nepal welcomes the monsoon with hope. Rain revives fields, replenishes springs and softens months of heat and dust. But the same season reopens an old public health wound.
Business Lucky Khan! :Nepal's Tayab Khan wins Rs 125 Crore UAE Lottery Grand Prize A Nepali national residing in Abu Dhabi has won the UAE Lottery’s Dh30 million (approximately Rs 1.25 billion) grand prize, becoming the first winner of the jackpot since the lottery operator revised its prize structure late last year.
Nepal Foreign Minister Khanal to visit India tomorrow Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal is leaving for a three-day official visit to India from June 5 at the invitation of Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
Lifestyle Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival to spotlight South Asian identity, India-Nepal ties The fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) will be held in Kathmandu on June 6–7, bringing together prominent writers, artists, filmmakers, scholars, diplomats and public intellectuals from Nepal, India and across South Asia.
Health Nearly one in six children in Madhesh suffering from malnutrition Nearly one in every six children in Madhesh Province is suffering from malnutrition, according to a province-wide assessment conducted by the Health Directorate.
