Two Bangladeshis arrested with Rs 3.1 million at TIA Two Bangladeshis arrested with Rs 3.1 million at TIA Police have arrested two Bangladeshi nationals at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) after recovering more than Rs 3.1 million concealed in false compartments of their suitcases. Police have arrested two Bangladeshi nationals at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) after recovering more than Rs 3.1 million concealed in false compartments of their suitcases. Kathmandu 11 Jun, 2026
NC seeks stronger diplomatic efforts on Kalapani issue NC seeks stronger diplomatic efforts on Kalapani issue Nepali Congress parliamentary party leader Bhishma Raj Angdembe has called on the government to adopt clear and concrete diplomatic measures to reclaim Nepal's disputed territories of Kalapani, Lipulek and Limpiyadhura. Nepali Congress parliamentary party leader Bhishma Raj Angdembe has called on the government to adopt clear and concrete diplomatic measures to reclaim Nepal's disputed territories of Kalapani, Lipulek and Limpiyadhura. Kathmandu 10 Jun, 2026
Supreme Court defers hearing on trade union dissolution case Supreme Court defers hearing on trade union dissolution case The Constitutional Bench of the Supreme Court has postponed further hearing on a writ petition challenging the government's decision to dissolve employees' trade unions until June 12. The Constitutional Bench of the Supreme Court has postponed further hearing on a writ petition challenging the government's decision to dissolve employees' trade unions until June 12. Kathmandu 10 Jun, 2026
Ujwal Thapa Foundation dialogue calls Nepal's sukumbasi crisis what it is: A human rights emergency Ujwal Thapa Foundation dialogue calls Nepal's sukumbasi crisis what it is: A human... On the afternoon of June 5, one day after the death of Besraj Darji, a landless Dalit who passed away in the ICU following the government's forced eviction drive, the Ujwal Thapa Foundation held its sixth dialogue at IACER, New Baneshwor. On the afternoon of June 5, one day after the death of Besraj Darji, a landless Dalit who passed away in the ICU following the government's forced eviction drive, the Ujwal Thapa Foundation held its sixth dialogue at IACER, New Baneshwor. Kathmandu 10 Jun, 2026
WFP launches climate innovation accelerator to boost Nepal's food security WFP launches climate innovation accelerator to boost Nepal's food security The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment, has launched the implementation phase of the Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFCIA) in Nepal to strengthen climate resilience and food security. The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment, has launched the implementation phase of the Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFCIA) in Nepal to strengthen climate resilience and food security. Kathmandu 09 Jun, 2026
Cabinet endorses 16th amendment to Civil Service Regulation Cabinet endorses 16th amendment to Civil Service Regulation The Cabinet on Tuesday approved the Civil Service (16th Amendment) Regulation, 2083, during a meeting held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. The Cabinet on Tuesday approved the Civil Service (16th Amendment) Regulation, 2083, during a meeting held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. Kathmandu 09 Jun, 2026
Speaker struggles to run the House as opposition maintains stance on border dispute Speaker struggles to run the House as opposition maintains stance on border dispute Opposition parties demand that PM either present evidence or expunge his statement that ‘Nepal has also encroached upon Indian land’ Opposition parties demand that PM either present evidence or expunge his statement that ‘Nepal has also encroached upon Indian land’ Kathmandu 09 Jun, 2026
Opposition disrupts House over PM's border remarks; meeting adjourned until Tuesday Opposition disrupts House over PM's border remarks; meeting adjourned until Tuesday Opposition lawmakers disrupted the House of Representatives (HoR) meeting on Monday, demanding clarification over Prime Minister Balendra Shah's recent remarks on the Nepal-India border issue and seeking their removal from the parliamentary record. Opposition lawmakers disrupted the House of Representatives (HoR) meeting on Monday, demanding clarification over Prime Minister Balendra Shah's recent remarks on the Nepal-India border issue and seeking their removal from the parliamentary record. Kathmandu 08 Jun, 2026
RSP appoints Hikmat Jung Karki to international relations department RSP appoints Hikmat Jung Karki to international relations department The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has appointed Hikmat Jung Karki as a member of its Central International Relations Department. The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has appointed Hikmat Jung Karki as a member of its Central International Relations Department. Kathmandu 08 Jun, 2026
All-party meeting underway at Singha Durbar All-party meeting underway at Singha Durbar An all-party meeting convened by Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) President Rabi Lamichhane is underway at Singha Durbar to discuss contemporary political issues. An all-party meeting convened by Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) President Rabi Lamichhane is underway at Singha Durbar to discuss contemporary political issues. Kathmandu 08 Jun, 2026
Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival begins, bringing south asian voices together Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival begins, bringing south asian voices together The fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) commenced in the capital on Friday, bringing together writers, scholars, artists and cultural figures from across South Asia. The fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) commenced in the capital on Friday, bringing together writers, scholars, artists and cultural figures from across South Asia. Kathmandu 06 Jun, 2026
Probe panel submits report on former Home Minister Gurung to PM Probe panel submits report on former Home Minister Gurung to PM The high-level committee formed to investigate allegations against former Home Minister and RSP lawmaker Sudan Gurung has submitted its report to Prime Minister Balendra Shah. The high-level committee formed to investigate allegations against former Home Minister and RSP lawmaker Sudan Gurung has submitted its report to Prime Minister Balendra Shah. Kathmandu 06 Jun, 2026
Rs 140 million recovered from TU teachers over misuse of study leave Rs 140 million recovered from TU teachers over misuse of study leave Tribhuvan University (TU) has recovered more than Rs 140 million from teachers accused of misusing study leave and failing to return to service after completing their studies. Tribhuvan University (TU) has recovered more than Rs 140 million from teachers accused of misusing study leave and failing to return to service after completing their studies. Kathmandu 03 Jun, 2026
JICA signs additional ¥5.7 billion loan for Nagdhunga Tunnel project JICA signs additional ¥5.7 billion loan for Nagdhunga Tunnel project The Government of Japan has extended an additional concessional loan assistance of 5.7 billion Japanese Yen for the Nagdhunga Tunnel Construction Project, taking the total Japanese support for the project to over 22 billion Yen. The Government of Japan has extended an additional concessional loan assistance of 5.7 billion Japanese Yen for the Nagdhunga Tunnel Construction Project, taking the total Japanese support for the project to over 22 billion Yen. Kathmandu 03 Jun, 2026
UNESCO concludes project to safeguard Sherpa heritage in Thame after GLOF disaster UNESCO concludes project to safeguard Sherpa heritage in Thame after GLOF disaster UNESCO has concluded a heritage safeguarding project documenting 10 elements of Sherpa intangible cultural heritage affected by the 2024 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) in Thame village of Solukhumbu. UNESCO has concluded a heritage safeguarding project documenting 10 elements of Sherpa intangible cultural heritage affected by the 2024 Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) in Thame village of Solukhumbu. Kathmandu 03 Jun, 2026
Nepal elected Chair of UN General Assembly First Committee Nepal elected Chair of UN General Assembly First Committee Nepal has been elected Chair of the First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Nepal has been elected Chair of the First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Kathmandu 03 Jun, 2026
Two Chinese nationals arrested in Kathmandu over suspicious activities Two Chinese nationals arrested in Kathmandu over suspicious activities Police have arrested two Chinese nationals from Naxal in Kathmandu on charges of involvement in suspicious activities. Police have arrested two Chinese nationals from Naxal in Kathmandu on charges of involvement in suspicious activities. Kathmandu 03 Jun, 2026
Man arrested at TIA with foreign currency worth nearly Rs 5.5 million Man arrested at TIA with foreign currency worth nearly Rs 5.5 million Police have arrested a man from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) while attempting to fly to Malaysia with foreign currency worth nearly Rs 5.5 million, on Tuesday. Police have arrested a man from Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) while attempting to fly to Malaysia with foreign currency worth nearly Rs 5.5 million, on Tuesday. Kathmandu 03 Jun, 2026
Business in both Houses stalled Business in both Houses stalled The meetings of both Houses — Upper and Lower Houses of Federal Parliament — were adjourned today due to opposition parties’ protests over Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah’s remarks about border issues. The ongoing disruptions completely prevented Parliament from carrying out its scheduled legislative business. The meetings of both Houses — Upper and Lower Houses of Federal Parliament — were adjourned today due to opposition parties’ protests over Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah’s remarks about border issues. The ongoing disruptions completely prevented Parliament from carrying out its scheduled legislative business. Kathmandu 03 Jun, 2026
Opposition protests disrupt HoR, House adjourned till June 8 Opposition protests disrupt HoR, House adjourned till June 8 Opposition parties obstructed the House of Representatives (HoR) meeting on Tuesday, leading to its adjournment till June 8. Opposition parties obstructed the House of Representatives (HoR) meeting on Tuesday, leading to its adjournment till June 8. Kathmandu 02 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.