Former Speaker Mahara among 28 charged in gold smuggling case by CIAA Former Speaker Mahara among 28 charged in gold smuggling case by CIAA According to the CIAA, the accused were involved in smuggling gold concealed inside electronic cigarettes (vapes) through the Tribhuvan International Customs Office. According to the CIAA, the accused were involved in smuggling gold concealed inside electronic cigarettes (vapes) through the Tribhuvan International Customs Office. Nepal 09 Apr, 2026
MoFA briefs Ministers on 'Foreign Affairs and Diplomatic Code of Conduct' MoFA briefs Ministers on 'Foreign Affairs and Diplomatic Code of Conduct' Secretary Rai also elaborated on the procedures, limitations, and diplomatic norms to be observed in the conduct of foreign affairs. Secretary Rai also elaborated on the procedures, limitations, and diplomatic norms to be observed in the conduct of foreign affairs. Nepal 08 Apr, 2026
Govt raises inter-province public transport fares Govt raises inter-province public transport fares The Department of Transport Management has announced an increase in fares for inter-province public transport services, effective immediately. The Department of Transport Management has announced an increase in fares for inter-province public transport services, effective immediately. Nepal 08 Apr, 2026
Nepali Army always committed to upholding national unity: CoAS Sigdel Nepali Army always committed to upholding national unity: CoAS Sigdel Chief of the Army Staff, Ashok Raj Sigdel, asserted that the Nepali Army (NA) remains consistently committed to maintaining national unity. Chief of the Army Staff, Ashok Raj Sigdel, asserted that the Nepali Army (NA) remains consistently committed to maintaining national unity. Nepal 08 Apr, 2026
West Asia war forces Nepal to make tough calls West Asia war forces Nepal to make tough calls The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran since February 28 in West Asia may seem far off, but its effects have compelled Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah’s newly-formed government to make a number of tough stances. The ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran since February 28 in West Asia may seem far off, but its effects have compelled Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah’s newly-formed government to make a number of tough stances. Nepal 08 Apr, 2026
Minister Pokharel pledges govt support for Phapla cricket stadium Minister Pokharel pledges govt support for Phapla cricket stadium The Minister, who arrived in Dhangadhi today, made the commitment while briefly speaking to the media during an inspection of the cricket ground. The Minister, who arrived in Dhangadhi today, made the commitment while briefly speaking to the media during an inspection of the cricket ground. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
Bhandari takes oath as NA Vice Chair Bhandari takes oath as NA Vice Chair The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Office of the President, Shital Niwas. The swearing-in ceremony was held at the Office of the President, Shital Niwas. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
Seven tourists die of altitude sickness in Mustang in seven months Seven tourists die of altitude sickness in Mustang in seven months Seven tourists have died from high-altitude sickness in Mustang district over the past seven months. Seven tourists have died from high-altitude sickness in Mustang district over the past seven months. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
Three SEE students die in Mahottari motorcycle accident Three SEE students die in Mahottari motorcycle accident Three students died on the spot when two motorcycles collided with each other and caught fire at Banthaha village of Jaleshwor-Bardibas section today. Three students died on the spot when two motorcycles collided with each other and caught fire at Banthaha village of Jaleshwor-Bardibas section today. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
Govt recalls ambassadors from six countries Govt recalls ambassadors from six countries The government has recalled ambassadors from six countries following a Cabinet decision. The government has recalled ambassadors from six countries following a Cabinet decision. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
Govt cuts fuel taxes, mulls odd-even rule amid supply crisis Govt cuts fuel taxes, mulls odd-even rule amid supply crisis The government has announced a set of policy measures to address the worsening fuel supply crisis and rising economic burden. The government has announced a set of policy measures to address the worsening fuel supply crisis and rising economic burden. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
Ministry of Labour urges employers to ensure minimum wage, social security for trainee workers Ministry of Labour urges employers to ensure minimum wage, social security for... The Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security has urged employers to ensure minimum wages and social security benefits for individuals engaged as trainee workers, in line with existing labour laws. The Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security has urged employers to ensure minimum wages and social security benefits for individuals engaged as trainee workers, in line with existing labour laws. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
Annapurna region welcomes 48,500 plus foreign tourists in a month Annapurna region welcomes 48,500 plus foreign tourists in a month The Annapurna conservation area has received impressive number of foreign tourists at the beginning of the tourist season of the year 2026. The Annapurna conservation area has received impressive number of foreign tourists at the beginning of the tourist season of the year 2026. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
MoCIT approves reform plan to fast-track digital public services MoCIT approves reform plan to fast-track digital public services The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has approved a set of key reform programmes aimed at implementing delivery-based governance and improving public service delivery. The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has approved a set of key reform programmes aimed at implementing delivery-based governance and improving public service delivery. Nepal 07 Apr, 2026
Nepal boosts tourism ties with Japan through promotion, B2B events Nepal boosts tourism ties with Japan through promotion, B2B events Nepal has strengthened its tourism engagement with Japan following the successful completion of the Nepal Tourism Promotion and B2B Exchange Programme 2026 held in Tokyo and Osaka. Nepal has strengthened its tourism engagement with Japan following the successful completion of the Nepal Tourism Promotion and B2B Exchange Programme 2026 held in Tokyo and Osaka. Nepal 06 Apr, 2026
Sulav remanded, Shankar released after statement Sulav remanded, Shankar released after statement Sulav Agrawal, vice-chairman of Shankar Group and chairman of Jagdamba Holdings, has been remanded for five more days. The Kathmandu District Court has extended his remand for five days. Sulav Agrawal, vice-chairman of Shankar Group and chairman of Jagdamba Holdings, has been remanded for five more days. The Kathmandu District Court has extended his remand for five days. Nepal 06 Apr, 2026
Task force on constitutional amendment in action Task force on constitutional amendment in action The task force established by the Office of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers to draft a ‘Constitutional Amendment Discussion Document’ is now in operation. The task force established by the Office of the Prime Minister and the Council of Ministers to draft a ‘Constitutional Amendment Discussion Document’ is now in operation. Nepal 06 Apr, 2026
Bagmati Province Assembly summer session to begin April 7 Bagmati Province Assembly summer session to begin April 7 The summer session of the Bagmati Province Assembly is set to commence on April 7 at 4:00 pm. The summer session of the Bagmati Province Assembly is set to commence on April 7 at 4:00 pm. Nepal 06 Apr, 2026
21 livestock killed in snow leopard attack in Upper Mustang 21 livestock killed in snow leopard attack in Upper Mustang At least 21 livestock were killed and seven injured in a snow leopard attack in Upper Mustang, highlighting rising human-wildlife conflict in the region. At least 21 livestock were killed and seven injured in a snow leopard attack in Upper Mustang, highlighting rising human-wildlife conflict in the region. Nepal 06 Apr, 2026
Hearing on petitions for Oli, Lekhak's release continues Hearing on petitions for Oli, Lekhak's release continues The habeas corpus petitions were filed by Oli’s spouse, Radhika Shakya, and Lekhak’s spouse, Yashoda Lekhak, alleging that the two leaders were being held in unlawful detention. The habeas corpus petitions were filed by Oli’s spouse, Radhika Shakya, and Lekhak’s spouse, Yashoda Lekhak, alleging that the two leaders were being held in unlawful detention. Nepal 05 Apr, 2026
Business Trip Turbo users can now book international hotels in Nepali currency Trip Turbo has partnered with Agoda to provide international hotel booking services for Nepali travellers through its platform.
Business Sun Nepal Life organizes AML/CFT training for agency managers Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited conducted an Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) training programme for Agency Development Managers under its “ADM 360° Growth Summit 1.0”.
Lifestyle The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 happening tomorrow with three bands, djs, and 20 restaurants The Himalayan Times International Food Fest 2026 is happening tomorrow, May 23, at The Everest Hotel, Kathmandu. Mark your calendars for what promises to be one of the biggest food and lifestyle celebrations of the year, featuring food, music, games, and endless entertainment for the entire family.
Kathmandu PM Shah continues to dodge HoR meeting amid opposition protest The Alternative Development Finance Mobilisation Bill, 2026, was approved by a majority at the House of Representatives today, despite a deliberate protest tactic by opposition lawmakers to disrupt legislative proceedings.
Business Central bank withdrawing Rs 100 billion to manage liquidity Nepal Rastra Bank is set to absorb Rs 100 billion from the banking system on Friday as part of its liquidity management measures.
Nepal Two Indian climbers die on Everest; Third being rescued from South Col Two Indian climbers have died while descending from the summit of Mount Everest, bringing the season's death toll on the world's highest peak to five.
Sports Nepal women defeat Malaysia in T20 practice match Nepal defeated Malaysia by seven wickets in a practice match ahead of the second international Women’s T20 tournament in Malaysia on Thursday.
Environment Excessive excavation in Narayani River draws scrutiny The District Monitoring Committee in Nawalpur has directed authorities concerned to regulate excavation and extraction works in the Narayani River after irregularities were found during an on-site inspection.
Nepal US Embassy Nepal's public affairs chief summits Everest in historic first Mike Harker, Public Affairs Chief at the US Embassy Nepal, successfully summited Mount Everest at around 9:10 AM on May 20, becoming the first serving American Foreign Service Officer to scale the world's highest peak.
