British Council calls for language-responsive education systems British Council calls for language-responsive education systems The British Council has launched a new global position paper calling for language-responsive education systems that reflect learners’ linguistic realities and promote inclusive and equitable education. The British Council has launched a new global position paper calling for language-responsive education systems that reflect learners’ linguistic realities and promote inclusive and equitable education. Kathmandu 16 May, 2026
Korean Embassy hands over language textbooks to Nepali schools Korean Embassy hands over language textbooks to Nepali schools The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal has handed over Korean language textbooks to support school-level language learning in Nepal. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Nepal has handed over Korean language textbooks to support school-level language learning in Nepal. Kathmandu 16 May, 2026
Supreme Court orders NIMB CEO Pandey's release, bars foreign travel pending probe Supreme Court orders NIMB CEO Pandey's release, bars foreign travel pending probe The Supreme Court on Friday ordered the release of Nepal Investment Mega Bank CEO Jyoti Prakash Pandey on personal recognisance, ruling that there were no grounds to keep him in custody during the investigation. The Supreme Court on Friday ordered the release of Nepal Investment Mega Bank CEO Jyoti Prakash Pandey on personal recognisance, ruling that there were no grounds to keep him in custody during the investigation. Kathmandu 15 May, 2026
Prof Dr Wagle appointed Kathmandu University Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Wagle appointed Kathmandu University Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Rishikesh Wagle has been appointed Vice Chancellor of Kathmandu University to oversee its day-to-day operations. Prof Dr Rishikesh Wagle has been appointed Vice Chancellor of Kathmandu University to oversee its day-to-day operations. Kathmandu 15 May, 2026
Sunil Bahadur Thapa slams government policies and programmes 'directionless and detached from reality' Sunil Bahadur Thapa slams government policies and programmes 'directionless and... National Assembly member Sunil Bahadur Thapa today launched a scathing attack on the government’s proposed policies and programmes for fiscal year 2026/27, accusing the administration of being “directionless, unrealistic and detached from the country’s ground realities.” National Assembly member Sunil Bahadur Thapa today launched a scathing attack on the government’s proposed policies and programmes for fiscal year 2026/27, accusing the administration of being “directionless, unrealistic and detached from the country’s ground realities.” Kathmandu 15 May, 2026
Police overreach? Jyoti Pandey arrest sparks banking revolt Police overreach? Jyoti Pandey arrest sparks banking revolt The arrest of Nepal Investment Mega Bank (NIMB) Chief Executive Officer Jyoti Prakash Pandey over the auction of collateral linked to defunct Smart Telecom has triggered widespread criticism from the banking industry, legal experts and business circles. The arrest of Nepal Investment Mega Bank (NIMB) Chief Executive Officer Jyoti Prakash Pandey over the auction of collateral linked to defunct Smart Telecom has triggered widespread criticism from the banking industry, legal experts and business circles. Kathmandu 14 May, 2026
WOW Women Achievers Awards 2026 honours exceptional women across diverse fields WOW Women Achievers Awards 2026 honours exceptional women across diverse fields Media 9, publisher of Business 360 and WOW, organised the WOW Women Achievers Awards 2026 in Kathmandu, recognising outstanding women whose contributions to society span leadership, courage, creativity and service. Media 9, publisher of Business 360 and WOW, organised the WOW Women Achievers Awards 2026 in Kathmandu, recognising outstanding women whose contributions to society span leadership, courage, creativity and service. Kathmandu 14 May, 2026
HoR resumes debate on policies and programmes HoR resumes debate on policies and programmes The House of Representatives on Thursday resumed deliberations on the government’s annual policies and programmes for the fiscal year 2083/84. The House of Representatives on Thursday resumed deliberations on the government’s annual policies and programmes for the fiscal year 2083/84. Kathmandu 14 May, 2026
New HoR secretary Adhikari takes oath New HoR secretary Adhikari takes oath Newly appointed House of Representatives (HoR) Secretary Prakash Adhikari took the oath of office and secrecy on Thursday. Newly appointed House of Representatives (HoR) Secretary Prakash Adhikari took the oath of office and secrecy on Thursday. Kathmandu 14 May, 2026
Foreign minister Khanal calls for prompt service delivery Foreign minister Khanal calls for prompt service delivery Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal has directed ministry officials to ensure timely and effective service delivery. Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal has directed ministry officials to ensure timely and effective service delivery. Kathmandu 14 May, 2026
Govt prioritises telecom reforms, gradual rollout of 5G: Minister Timilsina Govt prioritises telecom reforms, gradual rollout of 5G: Minister Timilsina Bikram Timilsina, Minister for Communications and Information Technology, has said the government is prioritising reforms in the telecom and media sectors, backed by ongoing studies and policy initiatives. Bikram Timilsina, Minister for Communications and Information Technology, has said the government is prioritising reforms in the telecom and media sectors, backed by ongoing studies and policy initiatives. Kathmandu 13 May, 2026
Nepal calls for translating Buddha's timeless teachings into practice for global peace Nepal calls for translating Buddha's timeless teachings into practice for global... Nepal has urged for putting Buddha's teachings into practice for world peace, stating that it shows the world the path of peace and cooperation. Nepal has urged for putting Buddha's teachings into practice for world peace, stating that it shows the world the path of peace and cooperation. Kathmandu 13 May, 2026
NIMB CEO Jyoti Prakash Pandey arrested on fraud, breach of trust charges NIMB CEO Jyoti Prakash Pandey arrested on fraud, breach of trust charges The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has arrested Jyoti Prakash Pande, Chief Executive Officer of Nepal Investment Mega Bank Ltd, on charges of fraud and criminal breach of trust. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police has arrested Jyoti Prakash Pande, Chief Executive Officer of Nepal Investment Mega Bank Ltd, on charges of fraud and criminal breach of trust. Kathmandu 13 May, 2026
Opposition leader Angdembey calls for dialogue, consensus and result-oriented budget 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. 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. Kathmandu 12 May, 2026
Padma Aryal named UML Parliamentary Party Deputy Leader Padma Aryal named UML Parliamentary Party Deputy Leader The CPN (UML) has nominated party secretary and former minister Padma Aryal as the Deputy Leader of its parliamentary party. The CPN (UML) has nominated party secretary and former minister Padma Aryal as the Deputy Leader of its parliamentary party. Kathmandu 12 May, 2026
SC stays decision to dissolve trade unions SC stays decision to dissolve trade unions The Supreme Court (SC) has issued an interlocutory order staying the government’s decision to dissolve trade unions in state-run institutions. The Supreme Court (SC) has issued an interlocutory order staying the government’s decision to dissolve trade unions in state-run institutions. Kathmandu 12 May, 2026
SC halts decision to dissolve student organisations SC halts decision to dissolve student organisations The Supreme Court on Monday issued an interim order to halt the implementation of a decision to dissolve student organisations at universities. The Supreme Court on Monday issued an interim order to halt the implementation of a decision to dissolve student organisations at universities. Kathmandu 11 May, 2026
Cabinet approves President's address to joint parliamentary sitting Cabinet approves President's address to joint parliamentary sitting The Council of Ministers on Monday approved the address to be delivered by the President at a joint sitting of the Federal Parliament later in the day. The Council of Ministers on Monday approved the address to be delivered by the President at a joint sitting of the Federal Parliament later in the day. Kathmandu 11 May, 2026
Cabinet meeting underway to finalise policies and programmes Cabinet meeting underway to finalise policies and programmes A meeting of the Council of Ministers is underway at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar. A meeting of the Council of Ministers is underway at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar. Kathmandu 11 May, 2026
TIA resumes operations after brief closure following aircraft fire TIA resumes operations after brief closure following aircraft fire Operations at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) resumed about one and a half hours after being suspended early Monday morning when a Turkish Airlines aircraft caught fire on landing. Operations at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) resumed about one and a half hours after being suspended early Monday morning when a Turkish Airlines aircraft caught fire on landing. Kathmandu 11 May, 2026
Nepal 1,454kg marijuana recovered during operation in Inaruwa Police have arrested a man and seized 1,454.87kg of marijuana in Inaruwa Municipality-10 of Sunsari district.
Sports Dharan Sports Forum to honour athletes, push professional sports The Dharan Sports Forum is set to organise the third edition of the Dharan Sports Award on October 29, with a focus on recognising athletes and promoting the professional development of sports in the city.
Nepal Two child rape cases reported in Bara within 24 hours, two held Police have arrested a 14-year-old boy and a 75-year-old man in connection with separate alleged rape cases involving two five-year-old girls in Jitpur-Simara Sub-Metropolitan City within a 24-hour period.
Nepal Japan provides $1m emergency grant for flood-hit communities The Government of Japan has provided a $1 million emergency grant through the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to support communities affected by the recent flash floods in Nepal.
Nepal NCRC, MITGF plan long-term support for children affected by Bhotekoshi flood The National Child Rights Council (NCRC) and MIT Group Foundation (MITGF) Co have agreed to establish a long-term support programme for children who lost one or both parents in the 2026 Bhotekoshi floods.
Nepal 11 more bodies recovered from Upper Trishuli-1 tunnel A joint search and rescue team has recovered 11 more bodies from the Audit-3 tunnel of the Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project in Rasuwa, where people went missing following the Bhotekoshi flash flood.
Kathmandu PM Shah to address UN General Debate on September 24 Prime Minister Balendra Shah will leave for New York on September 22 to lead Nepal’s delegation to the high-level week of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
World Indonesian divers recover 3 bodies from capsized ferry as salvage operation begins Rescue teams in Indonesia on Friday recovered three bodies from a capsized ferry while preparing to salvage the wreckage of the accident Sunday, bringing the confirmed death toll to nine with 126 people still missing, officials said.
Health Baglung records Nepal's highest dengue caseload, scrub typhus surge Nepal’s monsoon-season surge in mosquito- and mite-borne disease has hit Baglung hardest, where a record dengue caseload is now running alongside a scrub typhus outbreak that has grown more than 56-fold within a year.