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,
Environment HCC summit endorses landmark action plan to save mountain environment The Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth Summit has adopted a Namche Action Plan 2026–2030 to save the mountain environment by addressing the adverse impact of the climate crisis.
Business Nepal's ride-hailing tax proposal: The wrong taxes at the wrong time The Government of Nepal's proposed Finance Bill 2083/84 seeks to expand the tax base and bring greater formalisation to the digital economy. In principle, these are reasonable objectives. Yet the proposed introduction of a 5 percent VAT on ride-sharing services and a 1 percent withholding tax on driver earnings raises serious concerns about timing, implementation, and fairness.
Nepal RSP Chair Lamichhane, Indian PM Modi hold talks in New Delhi Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairperson Rabi Lamichhane, currently on a visit to India, held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Wednesday.
Kathmandu Nepal elected Chair of UN General Assembly First Committee Nepal has been elected Chair of the First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Nepal Annapurna I ascent anniversary marked in Myagdi The 76th anniversary of the first successful ascent of Annapurna I is being observed in the Annapurna region today.
Environment Rain likely in hilly regions, hot weather to persist in Terai The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) has forecast generally cloudy weather in the hilly and Himalayan regions of the country today, while the Terai region is expected to remain partly cloudy.
Nepal 'No role for any third party in the border issues between India, Nepal' Official Spokesperson for the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal on Tuesday said in New Delhi that there is no role for any third party in the border issues between India and Nepal.
Kathmandu Business in both Houses stalled The meetings of both Houses — Upper and Lower Houses of Federal Parliament — were adjourned today due to opposition parties’ protests over Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah’s remarks about border issues. The ongoing disruptions completely prevented Parliament from carrying out its scheduled legislative business.
Nepal RSP chief Lamichhane meets Indian Home Minister Amit Shah Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chairperson Rabi Lamichhane met Indian Home Minister Amit Shah during his ongoing visit to India.
Nepal RSP delegation meets BJP President in New Delhi A delegation of the Rastriya Swatanra Party led by party chair Rabi Lamichhane met Nitin Nabin, president of the Bharatiya Janata Party, at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Kathmandu Opposition protests disrupt HoR, House adjourned till June 8 Opposition parties obstructed the House of Representatives (HoR) meeting on Tuesday, leading to its adjournment till June 8.
Business Finance stocks jump 6% as NEPSE recovers 22 points The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index rose by 22.21 points on Tuesday, or 0.80 percent, to close at 2,777.58 points, recovering from a 26-point decline in the previous trading session.
