Foreign Employment Department intensifies action against fraud, worker grievances Foreign Employment Department intensifies action against fraud, worker grievances The Department of Foreign Employment has stepped up enforcement and grievance-handling measures in response to rising complaints in the foreign employment sector. The Department of Foreign Employment has stepped up enforcement and grievance-handling measures in response to rising complaints in the foreign employment sector. Kathmandu 18 Jun, 2026
Bangladesh envoy pays courtesy call on Speaker Aryal Bangladesh envoy pays courtesy call on Speaker Aryal Bangladesh Ambassador Md. Shafiqur Rahman paid a courtesy call on Speaker of the House of Representatives Dol Prasad Aryal at Singha Durbar on Wednesday. Bangladesh Ambassador Md. Shafiqur Rahman paid a courtesy call on Speaker of the House of Representatives Dol Prasad Aryal at Singha Durbar on Wednesday. Kathmandu 18 Jun, 2026
FM Khanal returns from China, calls visit instrumental in deepening Nepal-China ties FM Khanal returns from China, calls visit instrumental in deepening Nepal-China ties Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal returned home on Wednesday after concluding a four-day official visit to China, during which Nepal and China discussed expanding cooperation in infrastructure, connectivity, energy, trade, investment, tourism, technology and border management. Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal returned home on Wednesday after concluding a four-day official visit to China, during which Nepal and China discussed expanding cooperation in infrastructure, connectivity, energy, trade, investment, tourism, technology and border management. Kathmandu 18 Jun, 2026
Germany pledges €37.6 million for Nepal's development Germany pledges €37.6 million for Nepal's development Germany has pledged €37.6 million in technical and financial assistance to Nepal over the next two years, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening development cooperation with the country. Germany has pledged €37.6 million in technical and financial assistance to Nepal over the next two years, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening development cooperation with the country. Kathmandu 17 Jun, 2026
Nagdhunga Tunnel set to open from mid-July Nagdhunga Tunnel set to open from mid-July Nepal's first road tunnel, the Nagdhunga-Naubise Tunnel, is being prepared for operation from next month, promising to ease traffic congestion on the main gateway to Kathmandu. Nepal's first road tunnel, the Nagdhunga-Naubise Tunnel, is being prepared for operation from next month, promising to ease traffic congestion on the main gateway to Kathmandu. Kathmandu 17 Jun, 2026
Medical Education Commission approves Scholarship Grant Procedure Medical Education Commission approves Scholarship Grant Procedure The Medical Education Commission has approved and decided to implement the Scholarship Grant Procedures, 2083 BS, paving the way for resolving long-standing legal and administrative hurdles related to scholarship funding in medical education. The Medical Education Commission has approved and decided to implement the Scholarship Grant Procedures, 2083 BS, paving the way for resolving long-standing legal and administrative hurdles related to scholarship funding in medical education. Kathmandu 16 Jun, 2026
Prime Minister Shah's post 'team to build nation' enters House Prime Minister Shah's post 'team to build nation' enters House Prime Minister Balendra ‘Balen’ Shah’s post yesterday embracing two of his favourite ministers — Home Minister Sudan Gurung and Infrastructure Minister Sunil Lamsal — has remained a hot topic of discussion. Prime Minister Balendra ‘Balen’ Shah’s post yesterday embracing two of his favourite ministers — Home Minister Sudan Gurung and Infrastructure Minister Sunil Lamsal — has remained a hot topic of discussion. Kathmandu 16 Jun, 2026
Opposition MPs raise sovereignty, border issues in HoR session Opposition MPs raise sovereignty, border issues in HoR session Opposition lawmakers in the House of Representatives (HoR) on Monday pressed the government to take national sovereignty and border-related concerns more seriously, demanding clarifications on recent political statements and cross-border incidents. Opposition lawmakers in the House of Representatives (HoR) on Monday pressed the government to take national sovereignty and border-related concerns more seriously, demanding clarifications on recent political statements and cross-border incidents. Kathmandu 15 Jun, 2026
Pakistan Embassy, PNAN organise free medical camp in Nagarjun Pakistan Embassy, PNAN organise free medical camp in Nagarjun The Embassy of Pakistan in Nepal, in collaboration with the Pakistan Nepal Alumni Network (PNAN), organised a free medical camp at Ward No. 4 of Nagarjun Municipality on Saturday. The Embassy of Pakistan in Nepal, in collaboration with the Pakistan Nepal Alumni Network (PNAN), organised a free medical camp at Ward No. 4 of Nagarjun Municipality on Saturday. Kathmandu 15 Jun, 2026
ISKCON-Budhanilkantha operator in custody ISKCON-Budhanilkantha operator in custody The Nepal Police have arrested an operator of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Budhanilkantha Municipality-5 for a case related to a child sexual abuse incident. The Nepal Police have arrested an operator of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Budhanilkantha Municipality-5 for a case related to a child sexual abuse incident. Kathmandu 15 Jun, 2026
Kathmandu Metro pitches smart city vision, heritage push and social welfare expansion in new fiscal policy Kathmandu Metro pitches smart city vision, heritage push and social welfare expansion... The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has unveiled its policy and programme for the fiscal year 2083/84 (2026/27) under the theme "Cultural City, Prosperous Metropolis," laying out an ambitious agenda spanning governance reform, heritage conservation, infrastructure development, digital transformation, and social welfare. The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has unveiled its policy and programme for the fiscal year 2083/84 (2026/27) under the theme "Cultural City, Prosperous Metropolis," laying out an ambitious agenda spanning governance reform, heritage conservation, infrastructure development, digital transformation, and social welfare. Kathmandu 14 Jun, 2026
Foreign Minister Khanal departs for four-day China visit Foreign Minister Khanal departs for four-day China visit Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal departed for Beijing today on a four-day official visit to China, his second major diplomatic trip in as many weeks after a visit to India earlier this month, a back-to-back engagement with Nepal's two giant neighbours that underscores the new government's push to reframe Kathmandu's relationships with both. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal departed for Beijing today on a four-day official visit to China, his second major diplomatic trip in as many weeks after a visit to India earlier this month, a back-to-back engagement with Nepal's two giant neighbours that underscores the new government's push to reframe Kathmandu's relationships with both. Kathmandu 14 Jun, 2026
Bangladesh Embassy distributes 1.75 tonnes of mangoes in goodwill initiative Bangladesh Embassy distributes 1.75 tonnes of mangoes in goodwill initiative The Embassy of Bangladesh in Kathmandu has distributed more than 1,750 kilograms of premium Bangladeshi mangoes to Nepali dignitaries and members of the diplomatic community under its annual “Season’s Best Compliments” initiative. The Embassy of Bangladesh in Kathmandu has distributed more than 1,750 kilograms of premium Bangladeshi mangoes to Nepali dignitaries and members of the diplomatic community under its annual “Season’s Best Compliments” initiative. Kathmandu 14 Jun, 2026
KMC identifies 128 flood-prone locations, approves monsoon preparedness plan KMC identifies 128 flood-prone locations, approves monsoon preparedness plan Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has approved its Monsoon Preparedness and Response Plan, identifying 128 flood-prone locations within the city and estimating that more than 8,000 households could be affected during the upcoming rainy season. Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has approved its Monsoon Preparedness and Response Plan, identifying 128 flood-prone locations within the city and estimating that more than 8,000 households could be affected during the upcoming rainy season. Kathmandu 14 Jun, 2026
Chef Santosh Shah arrested in cheque bounce case Chef Santosh Shah arrested in cheque bounce case Celebrity chef Santosh Shah has been arrested on charges of issuing a dishonoured cheque, police said. Celebrity chef Santosh Shah has been arrested on charges of issuing a dishonoured cheque, police said. Kathmandu 13 Jun, 2026
National College launches BIRD program to prepare future diplomats National College launches BIRD program to prepare future diplomats National College, affiliated with Kathmandu University, has launched the Bachelor in International Relations and Diplomacy (BIRD), a new undergraduate program aimed at preparing students for careers in diplomacy, international affairs, foreign policy, trade, and global governance. National College, affiliated with Kathmandu University, has launched the Bachelor in International Relations and Diplomacy (BIRD), a new undergraduate program aimed at preparing students for careers in diplomacy, international affairs, foreign policy, trade, and global governance. Kathmandu 13 Jun, 2026
U.S. Embassy concludes GOAL! USA 2026 football finals in Kathmandu U.S. Embassy concludes GOAL! USA 2026 football finals in Kathmandu The U.S. Embassy in Nepal has concluded the GOAL! USA 2026 football finals in Kathmandu, bringing together talented young footballers from across the country as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of American independence and the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. The U.S. Embassy in Nepal has concluded the GOAL! USA 2026 football finals in Kathmandu, bringing together talented young footballers from across the country as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of American independence and the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. Kathmandu 12 Jun, 2026
AI literacy pilot training begins in Lalitpur AI literacy pilot training begins in Lalitpur A three-day AI literacy training programme aimed at enhancing digital skills and promoting the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) among community members and local government representatives began in Lalitpur on Friday. A three-day AI literacy training programme aimed at enhancing digital skills and promoting the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) among community members and local government representatives began in Lalitpur on Friday. Kathmandu 12 Jun, 2026
Govt to act on 31-year-old public land encroachment report Govt to act on 31-year-old public land encroachment report The government has decided to implement the long-pending 2052 BS report of the High-Level Commission on Investigation and Protection of Government and Public Land, commonly known as the Rawal Commission, more than three decades after its submission. The government has decided to implement the long-pending 2052 BS report of the High-Level Commission on Investigation and Protection of Government and Public Land, commonly known as the Rawal Commission, more than three decades after its submission. Kathmandu 12 Jun, 2026
Home Minister Sudan Gurung inspects holding centre for squatters in Balaju Home Minister Sudan Gurung inspects holding centre for squatters in Balaju Home Minister Sudan Gurung on Thursday inspected a holding centre in Balaju where displaced squatter families are currently residing. Home Minister Sudan Gurung on Thursday inspected a holding centre in Balaju where displaced squatter families are currently residing. Kathmandu 11 Jun, 2026
Kathmandu Discussion held on Cell Broadcasting for Early Warning Stakeholders held discussions on the use of a mobile phone broadcasting system as part of Nepal’s integrated early warning mechanism for disaster risk reduction.
Business NEPSE jumps 42 points as turnover crosses Rs 5.5 billion Monday The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) surged by 41.70 points, or 1.55 per cent, on Monday, with the benchmark index closing at 2,719.24 points amid broad-based gains across most sectors.
Environment MetLife Foundation grants $120,000 to WWF Nepal for flood resilience project in Karnali MetLife Foundation has awarded a grant of USD 120,000 to WWF Nepal to implement a climate resilience and livelihood support project aimed at vulnerable communities living along the Lower Karnali River basin in Bardiya district.
Nepal Mechi, Araniko, Prithvi highways among worst hit by monsoon hazards Continuous rainfall has disrupted traffic on at least nine major highways across Nepal, with landslides and flooding causing complete and partial closures in several districts, Nepal Police said Monday.
World At least 930 people have died in Congo's Ebola outbreak At least 930 people have died in Congo’s Ebola outbreak, the country’s Ministry of Health said.
Photo Gallery In Picture: Henna for Shrawan A friend applies henna to another's hands to mark the first Monday fast of the holy month of Shrawan, a tradition of friendship and devotion.
Kathmandu Two foreign women arrested with 4.28kg cocaine hidden in clothing The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) has arrested two foreign women and seized 4.28 kilograms of cocaine concealed in clothing using a silicone-based smuggling method, police said Monday.
Nepal Bajaj rolls out lower-EMI financing scheme, extends loan tenure to five years HH Bajaj, the authorised distributor of Bajaj motorcycles in Nepal, has launched a new financing scheme in partnership with Hulas Finserv Hire Purchase Limited (HFL), offering lower monthly instalments and extended repayment periods to make motorcycle ownership more affordable.
Nepal UML ministers put resignations on old in Bagmati amid uncertainty Ministers from the CPN-UML serving in the Bagmati Province government have put their resignations on hold, saying they will remain in office until receiving formal instructions from party leadership.