Non-Resident Ambassadors Present Credentials to President Paudel Non-Resident Ambassadors Present Credentials to President Paudel At separate ceremonies held at Sheetal Niwas, President Paudel received the credentials of four ambassadors. At separate ceremonies held at Sheetal Niwas, President Paudel received the credentials of four ambassadors. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
US Assistant Secretary of State Kapur arrives US Assistant Secretary of State Kapur arrives US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, S. Paul Kapur, arrived here today. During his visit to Nepal, he is scheduled to meet government officials, business leaders, and cultural experts. US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, S. Paul Kapur, arrived here today. During his visit to Nepal, he is scheduled to meet government officials, business leaders, and cultural experts. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
PM to hold talks with university, academy heads PM to hold talks with university, academy heads Prime Minister Balendra Shah is set to hold a meeting with vice-chancellors of universities and academies at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers today. Prime Minister Balendra Shah is set to hold a meeting with vice-chancellors of universities and academies at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers today. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
Stakeholders underscore need for reforms in anti- sexual violence laws Stakeholders underscore need for reforms in anti- sexual violence laws 'Prima Facie' a one-woman play written by Suzie Miller to highlight the flaws in current judicial system that ignores the victim's perspectives during the trial. 'Prima Facie' a one-woman play written by Suzie Miller to highlight the flaws in current judicial system that ignores the victim's perspectives during the trial. Kathmandu 20 Apr, 2026
Fur Diki Sherpa aims to summit Lhotse and return to base camp within 24 hours Fur Diki Sherpa aims to summit Lhotse and return to base camp within 24 hours Mountaineer Fur Diki Sherpa has announced a bid to complete the fastest ascent of Mount Lhotse (8,516m) this spring, aiming to climb from base camp to summit and return within 24 hours. Mountaineer Fur Diki Sherpa has announced a bid to complete the fastest ascent of Mount Lhotse (8,516m) this spring, aiming to climb from base camp to summit and return within 24 hours. Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
SC legitimizes special general convention of Nepali Congress SC legitimizes special general convention of Nepali Congress The Supreme Court (SC) has given legitimacy to the Gagan Kumar Thapa-led Nepali Congress (NC). The Supreme Court (SC) has given legitimacy to the Gagan Kumar Thapa-led Nepali Congress (NC). Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
Tourism Minister Paudel holds talks with envoys of China, Japan and Lithuania Tourism Minister Paudel holds talks with envoys of China, Japan and Lithuania Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel 'Ganes' held courtesy meetings with ambassadors of China, Japan and Lithuania in Kathmandu on Friday, discussing cooperation in tourism and broader development sectors. Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation Khadak Raj Paudel 'Ganes' held courtesy meetings with ambassadors of China, Japan and Lithuania in Kathmandu on Friday, discussing cooperation in tourism and broader development sectors. Kathmandu 18 Apr, 2026
No policy to restrict employment on UAE visit visas: DoI No policy to restrict employment on UAE visit visas: DoI The Department of Immigration has clarified that there is no provision or policy to impose employment restrictions on Nepali citizens traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under visit visas. The Department of Immigration has clarified that there is no provision or policy to impose employment restrictions on Nepali citizens traveling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) under visit visas. Kathmandu 16 Apr, 2026
UK Ambassador Fenn Calls on Education Minister, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation UK Ambassador Fenn Calls on Education Minister, Discusses Bilateral Cooperation During the meeting, the two discussed various aspects of Nepal–UK relations, with a focus on mutual cooperation and collaboration, During the meeting, the two discussed various aspects of Nepal–UK relations, with a focus on mutual cooperation and collaboration, Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
KMC implements carpooling system to address fuel crisis KMC implements carpooling system to address fuel crisis Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol said the system has been introduced to better manage the ongoing fuel crisis by ensuring the optimal use of available vehicles. Acting Mayor Sunita Dangol said the system has been introduced to better manage the ongoing fuel crisis by ensuring the optimal use of available vehicles. Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
Internal feud lingers in Nepali Congress Internal feud lingers in Nepali Congress As the Sher Bahadur Deuba faction continues to call meetings and make statements on its own, Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa — who was elected through a disputed Special General Convention — has declared that unauthorised activity outside of the party office has a limit and will not be tolerated. As the Sher Bahadur Deuba faction continues to call meetings and make statements on its own, Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa — who was elected through a disputed Special General Convention — has declared that unauthorised activity outside of the party office has a limit and will not be tolerated. Kathmandu 15 Apr, 2026
KMC launches night passenger bus service from tonight KMC launches night passenger bus service from tonight The service will commence from Pulchowk at 7:00 pm. The service will commence from Pulchowk at 7:00 pm. Kathmandu 14 Apr, 2026
Speaker Aryal inquires into parliament building construction status Speaker Aryal inquires into parliament building construction status Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has inquired about the progress of the Parliament building construction. Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has inquired about the progress of the Parliament building construction. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
Former PM Oli undergoes successful gallstone surgery Former PM Oli undergoes successful gallstone surgery Former PM Oli underwent the procedure on the advice of his doctors. Former PM Oli underwent the procedure on the advice of his doctors. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
Indian national held from TIA in possession of marijuana Indian national held from TIA in possession of marijuana An Indian citizen has been arrested with about two kilogrammes of marijuana from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) today. An Indian citizen has been arrested with about two kilogrammes of marijuana from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) today. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
Media Compact signed to promote gender-responsive journalism Media Compact signed to promote gender-responsive journalism UN Women, in partnership with the Media Advocacy Group, concluded the Media Compact Signing Ceremony in Kathmandu, marking a significant step toward promoting gender-responsive and inclusive media practices in Nepal, with a particular focus on women in politics. UN Women, in partnership with the Media Advocacy Group, concluded the Media Compact Signing Ceremony in Kathmandu, marking a significant step toward promoting gender-responsive and inclusive media practices in Nepal, with a particular focus on women in politics. Kathmandu 13 Apr, 2026
101 traffic violators fined in Kathmandu Valley 101 traffic violators fined in Kathmandu Valley The Traffic Police has intensified such surprise inspections in recent days to ensure stricter enforcement of traffic regulations. The Traffic Police has intensified such surprise inspections in recent days to ensure stricter enforcement of traffic regulations. Kathmandu 12 Apr, 2026
Rubi Kumari Thakur elected as Deputy Speaker of HoR Rubi Kumari Thakur elected as Deputy Speaker of HoR Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal formally announced Thakur’s election and extended his congratulations. Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal formally announced Thakur’s election and extended his congratulations. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2026
Prez Paudel administers oath to Ministers Gauri Kumari Yadav, Ramji Yadav Prez Paudel administers oath to Ministers Gauri Kumari Yadav, Ramji Yadav President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath to the two ministers during a ceremony held at the Office of the President, Sheetal Niwas. President Ramchandra Paudel administered the oath to the two ministers during a ceremony held at the Office of the President, Sheetal Niwas. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2026
President Paudel addresses joint session of Federal Parliament President Paudel addresses joint session of Federal Parliament President Ramchandra Paudel has addressed the joint session of both houses of the Federal Parliament at the multi-purpose meeting hall of Singha Durbar-based Federal Parliament Building. President Ramchandra Paudel has addressed the joint session of both houses of the Federal Parliament at the multi-purpose meeting hall of Singha Durbar-based Federal Parliament Building. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2026
Sports Gharti Magar wins ABC Muay Thai National Championship title Guman Gharti Magar won the ABC Muay Thai National Championship title at EFS Fight Night 8, a national Muay Thai event organised by WBC Muay Thai Nepal at Club Nova on Saturday.
Nepal Climate change impacts in Himalayas intensifying, experts warn at Taplejung forum Stakeholders have highlighted the growing vulnerability of Nepal’s Himalayan region to climate change impacts, including erratic rainfall, glacier melt, landslides and declining agricultural productivity, at a climate change forum held in Phungling Municipality.
Opinion Fake helicopter rescue scam: Nepal's tourism reputation at stake Recently, Germany’s leading and highly influential news magazine, Der Spiegel, published a report on Nepal’s infamous fake helicopter rescue scam.
Science and Tech New IT curriculum being developed to produce industry-ready professionals The Nepal Association for Software and IT Services Companies (NAS-IT), the apex body representing Nepal’s IT and software companies, is developing a new bachelor-level IT curriculum aimed at producing industry-ready professionals aligned with market demands.
Kathmandu Amrit Jha still in Iran custody; release report premature, says MoFA The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that Nepali national Amrit Jha, arrested in Iran on charges of smuggling and trafficking illegal goods from Qeshm Island, remains in judicial custody in Bandar Abbas, with his case currently under review by an Iranian court.
Nepal Herbs processing plants in Shuklaphanta buffer zone lying unused amid market collapse Herbal processing plants established in the buffer zone of Shuklaphanta National Park to support local livelihoods have fallen into disuse due to a lack of sustainable market linkages and declining returns from medicinal plant production.
Photo Gallery In Pictures: Saka Dawa begins An aerial glimpse of faith and devotion at Boudhanath Stupa during the Saka Dawa Festival in Kathmandu on Sunday.
Entertainment KIMFF 2026 to screen over 50 films from 29 countries in 23rd edition The 23rd edition of the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival (KIMFF) will be held from May 27 to 31, 2026 at QFX Chhaya Centre in Thamel, Kathmandu, featuring more than 50 films from 29 countries.
Lifestyle The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 to showcase diverse global cuisines The Himalayan Times is all set to bring back one of Kathmandu’s most anticipated lifestyle events with the 15th edition of the International Food Fest 2026.
