Man arrested for illegal cryptocurrency transactions worth Rs 198mln Man arrested for illegal cryptocurrency transactions worth Rs 198mln Police arrested a 23-year-old man for trading illegal cryptocurrency valued at more than Rs 198.1 million in Kathmandu. Police arrested a 23-year-old man for trading illegal cryptocurrency valued at more than Rs 198.1 million in Kathmandu. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
'Delaying election is no big deal but denying Nepalis the voting right could do massive damage' 'Delaying election is no big deal but denying Nepalis the voting right could do... In response to whether it is possible to create a voting setting for Nepalis abroad, Nilkantha Upreti, former Chief Election Commissioner of the Election Commission, argued in an interview with The Himalayan Times that the key stakeholder in elections is the voter, who is more important than political parties because no elections can take place without voters, and granting voting rights is the most critical task. In response to whether it is possible to create a voting setting for Nepalis abroad, Nilkantha Upreti, former Chief Election Commissioner of the Election Commission, argued in an interview with The Himalayan Times that the key stakeholder in elections is the voter, who is more important than political parties because no elections can take place without voters, and granting voting rights is the most critical task. Kathmandu 28 Nov, 2025
High Court Patan orders release of Mahara on Rs 2 million bail High Court Patan orders release of Mahara on Rs 2 million bail The order states that the Kathmandu District Court’s decision to remand Mahara to judicial custody did not comply with legal requirements. The order states that the Kathmandu District Court’s decision to remand Mahara to judicial custody did not comply with legal requirements. Kathmandu 27 Nov, 2025
Chief Secretary Aryal assumes office, vows to strengthen civil service Chief Secretary Aryal assumes office, vows to strengthen civil service Assuming office today, Aryal stated that his foremost goal is to maintain national pride and dignity while promoting citizen satisfaction. Assuming office today, Aryal stated that his foremost goal is to maintain national pride and dignity while promoting citizen satisfaction. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
PM Karki: System of PM as University Chancellor Must Be Abolished PM Karki: System of PM as University Chancellor Must Be Abolished Prime Minister Sushila Karki has warned that political interventions in universities are likely to increase under a system that appoints political figures as Chancellor. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has warned that political interventions in universities are likely to increase under a system that appoints political figures as Chancellor. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
Digital violence is real violence: UN Nepal calls for action as 16 Days of Activism begins Digital violence is real violence: UN Nepal calls for action as 16 Days of Activism... Digital abuse and digital violence are among the fastest-growing threats to women’s rights worldwide. Studies show that up to half of women globally have faced some form of online harassment or abuse. Digital abuse and digital violence are among the fastest-growing threats to women’s rights worldwide. Studies show that up to half of women globally have faced some form of online harassment or abuse. Kathmandu 26 Nov, 2025
Minister Kharel: Nepal committed to curbing digital violence against women Minister Kharel: Nepal committed to curbing digital violence against women Inaugurating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025 here today, the Minister called for unified efforts to end all forms of digital violence targeting women and girls. Inaugurating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2025 here today, the Minister called for unified efforts to end all forms of digital violence targeting women and girls. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
267 arrested for Gen-Z Protest vandalism, arson 267 arrested for Gen-Z Protest vandalism, arson Nepal Police have arrested 267 individuals for their alleged involvement in looting, vandalism and arson during the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9 in Kathmandu district. Nepal Police have arrested 267 individuals for their alleged involvement in looting, vandalism and arson during the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9 in Kathmandu district. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
Gen Z leaders demand dismissal of PM's chief personal secretary Gen Z leaders demand dismissal of PM's chief personal secretary Following the revelation that Prime Minister Sushila Karki’s Chief Personal Secretary, Adarsh Shrestha, appointed his wife and family members to the secretariat, Gen Z leaders and public have raised nepotism issues once again. Following the revelation that Prime Minister Sushila Karki’s Chief Personal Secretary, Adarsh Shrestha, appointed his wife and family members to the secretariat, Gen Z leaders and public have raised nepotism issues once again. Kathmandu 25 Nov, 2025
Police arrest five over Supreme Court arson during Gen-Z Movement Police arrest five over Supreme Court arson during Gen-Z Movement Police have arrested five individuals in connection with arson and vandalism at the Supreme Court during the Gen-Z movement on September 8 and 9. Police have arrested five individuals in connection with arson and vandalism at the Supreme Court during the Gen-Z movement on September 8 and 9. Kathmandu 24 Nov, 2025
Supreme Court orders immediate release of Durga Prasain Supreme Court orders immediate release of Durga Prasain The Court stated that detaining Prasain solely for his expressions violated his constitutionally guaranteed right to freedom of expression. The Court stated that detaining Prasain solely for his expressions violated his constitutionally guaranteed right to freedom of expression. Kathmandu 23 Nov, 2025
16th International Surgical Conference concludes with global participation 16th International Surgical Conference concludes with global participation The Society of Surgeons of Nepal (SSN) has concluded its 16th International Conference, a three-day gathering that brought together more than 600 delegates, including leading surgeons, residents, nurses and medical students from Nepal and abroad. The Society of Surgeons of Nepal (SSN) has concluded its 16th International Conference, a three-day gathering that brought together more than 600 delegates, including leading surgeons, residents, nurses and medical students from Nepal and abroad. Kathmandu 23 Nov, 2025
India Embassy hosts pre-summit event on AI for Inclusive Growth in Kathmandu India Embassy hosts pre-summit event on AI for Inclusive Growth in Kathmandu The Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in partnership with the AI Association of Nepal, organised an event titled “AI for Inclusive Growth: Building Nepal’s AI Ready Future” on Friday. The Embassy of India in Kathmandu, in partnership with the AI Association of Nepal, organised an event titled “AI for Inclusive Growth: Building Nepal’s AI Ready Future” on Friday. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
UNICEF and partners celebrate World Children's Day through cricket, championing equality and child rights UNICEF and partners celebrate World Children's Day through cricket, championing... UNICEF, in partnership with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and the Embassy of Australia, marked World Children’s Day 2025 today with a special cricket event at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. UNICEF, in partnership with the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and the Embassy of Australia, marked World Children’s Day 2025 today with a special cricket event at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Smart driving licenses handed over to DoTM Smart driving licenses handed over to DoTM Smart driving licenses printed by the Security Printing Centre have been handed over to the Department of Transport Management. Smart driving licenses printed by the Security Printing Centre have been handed over to the Department of Transport Management. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Department of Passport to Procure 700,000 E-Passports Department of Passport to Procure 700,000 E-Passports The government has authorized the Department of Passport to procure 700,000 units of e-passports for the time being. The government has authorized the Department of Passport to procure 700,000 units of e-passports for the time being. Kathmandu 21 Nov, 2025
Two nabbed on charges of attempting to fix NPL players Two nabbed on charges of attempting to fix NPL players Two people have been arrested on charges of making financial inducements to influence the outcome of the second Nepal Premier League (NPL). Two people have been arrested on charges of making financial inducements to influence the outcome of the second Nepal Premier League (NPL). Kathmandu 20 Nov, 2025
WHO hands over prefabricated office facility to health ministry WHO hands over prefabricated office facility to health ministry The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday handed over a newly constructed prefabricated office facility to the Ministry of Health and Population, to facilitate the resumption of critical health governance and administrative functions. The World Health Organization (WHO) on Monday handed over a newly constructed prefabricated office facility to the Ministry of Health and Population, to facilitate the resumption of critical health governance and administrative functions. Kathmandu 20 Nov, 2025
Locals again disrupt waste disposal at Bancharedanda landfill site Locals again disrupt waste disposal at Bancharedanda landfill site The locals have demanded the full implementation of the previous agreement reached with the Kathmandu Metropolitan City, The locals have demanded the full implementation of the previous agreement reached with the Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Kathmandu 19 Nov, 2025
Additional US$50 million confirmed for MCC Nepal Compact Additional US$50 million confirmed for MCC Nepal Compact The Government of Nepal and the U.S. government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) have confirmed an additional US$50 million in U.S. grant support for the MCC Nepal Compact, raising the total value of the programme to US$747 million. The Government of Nepal and the U.S. government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) have confirmed an additional US$50 million in U.S. grant support for the MCC Nepal Compact, raising the total value of the programme to US$747 million. Kathmandu 19 Nov, 2025
World Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the US proposal to end Russia's war in Ukraine Putin refused to elaborate on what Russia could accept or reject, and none of the other officials involved offered details of the talks.
Sports Root finally scores an Ashes century for England in Australia and makes it a big one Root went to the crease in the third over with England reeling at 5-2 after Starc's opening burst.
Sports Premier League: Arsenal regains 5-point lead as struggling Liverpool drops more points at Anfield Another win for Arsenal. More misery for Liverpool and its under-fire manager Arne Slot.
Nepal Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane project reaches 76% physical progress The Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane road project has achieved 76 per cent physical progress along the 65-kilometre stretch, according to the Narayanghat–Butwal Road Project (Eastern Section) Office.
Sports Sudurpaschim Royals' unbeaten run continues; Kathmandu Gorkhas qualify for play-offs Sudurpaschim Royals and Kathmandu Gorkhas registered convincing victories in Tuesday’s fixtures of the ongoing Siddhartha Bank Nepal Premier League in Kathmandu.
Kathmandu PM Karki vows to hold election on scheduled date Prime Minister Sushila Karki has reaffirmed that the government is preparing to hold the parliamentary election on the announced date, March 5, 2026.
Nepal Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang up by 10.6% in 2025 Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang have increased by 10.61 percent in the first 11 months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Area Office in Jomsom.
Science and Tech Deadly Asian floods are no fluke. They're a climate warning, scientists say Southeast Asia is being pummeled by unusually severe floods this year, as late-arriving storms and relentless rains wreak havoc that has caught many places off guard.
Health Health ministry urges public to take precautions as winter flu cases rise The Ministry of Health and Population has urged the public to remain vigilant against seasonal influenza as flu cases typically rise with dropping temperatures.
