Foreign employment department warns against unauthorized labour approval services Foreign employment department warns against unauthorized labour approval services The Department of Foreign Employment (DoFE) has issued a public notice warning against cyber centres, training institutes, and other establishments that falsely advertise labour approval or foreign employment services unauthorized under existing law. The Department of Foreign Employment (DoFE) has issued a public notice warning against cyber centres, training institutes, and other establishments that falsely advertise labour approval or foreign employment services unauthorized under existing law. Kathmandu 10 Apr, 2026
UML Chair Oli to remain in hospital for few days UML Chair Oli to remain in hospital for few days Acting on the government’s decision to implement the Commission’s report, police had taken Chairman Oli into custody from Gundu, Bhaktapur, on March 28. Acting on the government’s decision to implement the Commission’s report, police had taken Chairman Oli into custody from Gundu, Bhaktapur, on March 28. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
President Paudel prorogues both houses of federal parliament President Paudel prorogues both houses of federal parliament President Ramchandra Paudel has prorogued the current session of both houses of the Federal Parliament with effect from midnight on Friday. President Ramchandra Paudel has prorogued the current session of both houses of the Federal Parliament with effect from midnight on Friday. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Two arrested in fatal stabbing of brothers in Lalitpur Two arrested in fatal stabbing of brothers in Lalitpur Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of two brothers near Krishna Mandir in Mangalbazar, Lalitpur, on Wednesday evening in what police say began as a dispute over a misdirected phone call. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of two brothers near Krishna Mandir in Mangalbazar, Lalitpur, on Wednesday evening in what police say began as a dispute over a misdirected phone call. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Labour Minister Deepak Kumar Sah dismissed Labour Minister Deepak Kumar Sah dismissed Prime Minister Balendra Shah has dismissed Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security Deepak Kumar Sah following a recommendation from Rabi Lamichhane, chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). Prime Minister Balendra Shah has dismissed Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security Deepak Kumar Sah following a recommendation from Rabi Lamichhane, chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Education Ministry directs private schools to refund illegal fees Education Ministry directs private schools to refund illegal fees The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has directed institutional (private) schools to refund fees collected illegally in violation of existing laws and court orders. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has directed institutional (private) schools to refund fees collected illegally in violation of existing laws and court orders. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
RSP decides to back Shram Sanskriti Party for Deputy Speaker RSP decides to back Shram Sanskriti Party for Deputy Speaker The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has decided to support the Shram Sanskriti Party for the post of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR). The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has decided to support the Shram Sanskriti Party for the post of Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives (HoR). Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Vehicle-Free Asan' campaign to begin from April 18 Vehicle-Free Asan' campaign to begin from April 18 Kathmandu Metropolitan City has decided to launch a ‘Vehicle-Free Asan’ campaign from April 18, aiming to preserve the cultural identity of the historic market area and promote social, cultural and commercial activities. Kathmandu Metropolitan City has decided to launch a ‘Vehicle-Free Asan’ campaign from April 18, aiming to preserve the cultural identity of the historic market area and promote social, cultural and commercial activities. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Arrest warrants issued against Deuba couple Arrest warrants issued against Deuba couple Arrest warrants have been issued against former five-time prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife, former foreign minister Arzu Rana Deuba in connection with a money laundering case. Arrest warrants have been issued against former five-time prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his wife, former foreign minister Arzu Rana Deuba in connection with a money laundering case. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Foreign Minister Khanal leaving for Mauritius to attend Indian Ocean Conference Foreign Minister Khanal leaving for Mauritius to attend Indian Ocean Conference Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is leaving for Port Louis, Mauritius, on Thursday to participate in the 9th Indian Ocean Conference 2026. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is leaving for Port Louis, Mauritius, on Thursday to participate in the 9th Indian Ocean Conference 2026. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Former Home Minister Lekhak released on bail following court order Former Home Minister Lekhak released on bail following court order Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has been released on bail after 13 days in custody, in line with a directive from the Supreme Court of Nepal. Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has been released on bail after 13 days in custody, in line with a directive from the Supreme Court of Nepal. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Oli released on bail, handed over to family amid ongoing investigation Oli released on bail, handed over to family amid ongoing investigation Former Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has been released on bail and handed over to his family while undergoing treatment at hospital this morning. Former Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has been released on bail and handed over to his family while undergoing treatment at hospital this morning. Kathmandu 09 Apr, 2026
Nepal welcomes US–Iran two-week ceasefire, urges continued dialogue Nepal welcomes US–Iran two-week ceasefire, urges continued dialogue In a statement, the government said the agreement provides an important opportunity for dialogue, diplomacy, and the peaceful resolution of differences. In a statement, the government said the agreement provides an important opportunity for dialogue, diplomacy, and the peaceful resolution of differences. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Prez Paudel to address joint session of Federal Parliament on Friday Prez Paudel to address joint session of Federal Parliament on Friday President Ramchandra Paudel is set to address a joint session of both Houses of the Federal Parliament on Friday. President Ramchandra Paudel is set to address a joint session of both Houses of the Federal Parliament on Friday. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
French national found stranded at Pashupatinath handed over to Immigration French national found stranded at Pashupatinath handed over to Immigration Police further stated that the French national had been residing in Nepal for the past six years with his Nepali spouse. Police further stated that the French national had been residing in Nepal for the past six years with his Nepali spouse. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
PM Shah to envoys: Nepal stable, open for investment, and committed to shared prosperity PM Shah to envoys: Nepal stable, open for investment, and committed to shared... Prime Minister Balendra Shah told ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions stationed in Nepal on Wednesday that his government is committed to strengthening ties with all friendly nations on the basis of mutual benefit, balanced foreign policy, and shared prosperity. Prime Minister Balendra Shah told ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions stationed in Nepal on Wednesday that his government is committed to strengthening ties with all friendly nations on the basis of mutual benefit, balanced foreign policy, and shared prosperity. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Arrest warrant issued against Deuba couple; Red Corner Notice likely Arrest warrant issued against Deuba couple; Red Corner Notice likely An arrest warrant has reportedly been issued against former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his spouse, former foreign minister Arzu Rana Deuba, in connection with a money laundering case. An arrest warrant has reportedly been issued against former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba and his spouse, former foreign minister Arzu Rana Deuba, in connection with a money laundering case. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Taskforce on constitution amendment meeting today Taskforce on constitution amendment meeting today A taskforce formed to prepare a concept paper on constitution amendment is holding a meeting today. A taskforce formed to prepare a concept paper on constitution amendment is holding a meeting today. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
Both houses of Federal Parliament convening today Both houses of Federal Parliament convening today Meetings of both houses of the Federal Parliament are scheduled for today, with key reports and a bill set to be presented. Meetings of both houses of the Federal Parliament are scheduled for today, with key reports and a bill set to be presented. Kathmandu 08 Apr, 2026
PM Shah to hold collective meeting with foreign ambassadors PM Shah to hold collective meeting with foreign ambassadors Prime Minister Balendra Shah is scheduled to hold a collective meeting with ambassadors from various countries based in Nepal today. Prime Minister Balendra Shah is scheduled to hold a collective meeting with ambassadors from various countries based in Nepal today. Kathmandu 08 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.
