Minister Sah orders immediate enforcement of labour related action plan Minister Sah orders immediate enforcement of labour related action plan Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security, Deepak Kumar Sah, has instructed the concerned authorities to devise and implement a comprehensive action plan to streamline, regulate and ensure safety to country's labour and employment sector. Minister for Labour, Employment and Social Security, Deepak Kumar Sah, has instructed the concerned authorities to devise and implement a comprehensive action plan to streamline, regulate and ensure safety to country's labour and employment sector. Nepal 30 Mar, 2026
Home Minister Urges Timely Preparedness for Monsoon Risks Home Minister Urges Timely Preparedness for Monsoon Risks “Protecting the lives of citizens is the State’s foremost responsibility. It is therefore imperative to remain prepared for all types of disasters,” the newly appointed Home Minister asserted. “Protecting the lives of citizens is the State’s foremost responsibility. It is therefore imperative to remain prepared for all types of disasters,” the newly appointed Home Minister asserted. Nepal 29 Mar, 2026
Sakhi Fish Sanctuary Run held in Bardiya Sakhi Fish Sanctuary Run held in Bardiya An 11.2-km “Sakhi Fish Sanctuary Run” was organised in Rajapur-3, Bardiya, on Saturday to raise awareness on river conservation and aquatic biodiversity. An 11.2-km “Sakhi Fish Sanctuary Run” was organised in Rajapur-3, Bardiya, on Saturday to raise awareness on river conservation and aquatic biodiversity. Nepal 29 Mar, 2026
NEPSE drops 71 points on first trading day; all sectors in red NEPSE drops 71 points on first trading day; all sectors in red The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 71.05 points or 2.40 percent on Sunday, closing at 2,879.11 points on the first trading day of the week. The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined sharply by 71.05 points or 2.40 percent on Sunday, closing at 2,879.11 points on the first trading day of the week. Nepal 29 Mar, 2026
Govt to form high-powered property probe committee Govt to form high-powered property probe committee The government has announced plans to form a high-powered committee within 15 days to investigate assets of political leaders and senior officials in a bid to curb corruption and ensure accountability. The government has announced plans to form a high-powered committee within 15 days to investigate assets of political leaders and senior officials in a bid to curb corruption and ensure accountability. Nepal 29 Mar, 2026
Probe panel to be formed to investigate September 9 incident Probe panel to be formed to investigate September 9 incident The government has decided to form a high-level committee within a week to investigate the September 9 incident during the Gen Z movement. The government has decided to form a high-level committee within a week to investigate the September 9 incident during the Gen Z movement. Nepal 29 Mar, 2026
Traffic resumes on BP Highway after flood disruption Traffic resumes on BP Highway after flood disruption Traffic has resumed along the BP Highway from Sunday morning after being disrupted since Friday evening due to flooding in the Roshi River triggered by continuous rainfall. Traffic has resumed along the BP Highway from Sunday morning after being disrupted since Friday evening due to flooding in the Roshi River triggered by continuous rainfall. Nepal 29 Mar, 2026
China extends congratulations to Nepal's PM Shah, FM Khanal China extends congratulations to Nepal's PM Shah, FM Khanal Chinese Premier Li Qiang has extended congratulations to Nepal’s newly appointed Prime Minister Balendra Shah, reaffirming Beijing’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. Chinese Premier Li Qiang has extended congratulations to Nepal’s newly appointed Prime Minister Balendra Shah, reaffirming Beijing’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
Road division employee die in flooding; Efforts on to resume BP highway Road division employee die in flooding; Efforts on to resume BP highway An employee with the Division Road Office, Bhaktapur died when the flood-fed Roshi Rivulet took him away following Friday evening rainfall. An employee with the Division Road Office, Bhaktapur died when the flood-fed Roshi Rivulet took him away following Friday evening rainfall. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
33 per cent women representation in Cabinet for first time 33 per cent women representation in Cabinet for first time While Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah has received numerous praises, he and his party have taken another positive step forward: Nearly two decades after the state implemented an inclusive policy, 33 per cent of the Cabinet is made up of female ministers for the first time. While Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah has received numerous praises, he and his party have taken another positive step forward: Nearly two decades after the state implemented an inclusive policy, 33 per cent of the Cabinet is made up of female ministers for the first time. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
South Asian stakeholders call for rights-based digital platform governance South Asian stakeholders call for rights-based digital platform governance Parliamentarians, civil society representatives and academics from across South Asia have called for a rights-based approach to digital platform governance, stressing the need to safeguard freedom of expression and access to information. Parliamentarians, civil society representatives and academics from across South Asia have called for a rights-based approach to digital platform governance, stressing the need to safeguard freedom of expression and access to information. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
Three killed, 15 injured in Daunne road accident Three killed, 15 injured in Daunne road accident Three people were killed and 15 others injured in a road accident at Daunne along the East-West Highway in Bardaghat Municipality–4 on Friday night. Three people were killed and 15 others injured in a road accident at Daunne along the East-West Highway in Bardaghat Municipality–4 on Friday night. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
Home Minister Gurung vows zero tolerance on corruption, simplified service delivery Home Minister Gurung vows zero tolerance on corruption, simplified service delivery Assuming office at the Ministry of Home Affairs today, he directed staff and stated that strict action would be taken against anyone found involved in corruption. Assuming office at the Ministry of Home Affairs today, he directed staff and stated that strict action would be taken against anyone found involved in corruption. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Gita Chaudhary assumes office as Agriculture and Environment Minister Gita Chaudhary assumes office as Agriculture and Environment Minister Newly appointed Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, as well as Forests and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, assumed office today. Newly appointed Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, as well as Forests and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, assumed office today. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Nisha Mehta sssumes office as Health and Water Supply Minister Nisha Mehta sssumes office as Health and Water Supply Minister The newly appointed Minister for Health and Population, as well as Water Supply, Nisha Mehta, assumed office today. The newly appointed Minister for Health and Population, as well as Water Supply, Nisha Mehta, assumed office today. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
First Cabinet Meeting Decides to Implement Gen Z Movement Inquiry Report First Cabinet Meeting Decides to Implement Gen Z Movement Inquiry Report Upon assuming office at Singha Durbar, Prime Minister Shah directed ministers and secretaries to work in the best interests of the people. Upon assuming office at Singha Durbar, Prime Minister Shah directed ministers and secretaries to work in the best interests of the people. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Indian PM Modi congratulates Balen Shah on assuming office as Nepal PM Indian PM Modi congratulates Balen Shah on assuming office as Nepal PM Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended congratulations to Balen Shah on his swearing-in as the Prime Minister of Nepal. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended congratulations to Balen Shah on his swearing-in as the Prime Minister of Nepal. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Balen Shah sworn in as Prime Minister, forms Cabinet Balen Shah sworn in as Prime Minister, forms Cabinet Balendra Shah 'Balen' was sworn in as Nepal’s Prime Minister at a special ceremony held at the Office of the President on Friday. Balendra Shah 'Balen' was sworn in as Nepal’s Prime Minister at a special ceremony held at the Office of the President on Friday. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
RSP lawmaker Amresh Singh declines ministerial post RSP lawmaker Amresh Singh declines ministerial post Amresh Kumar Singh, elected to the House of Representatives from Sarlahi-4, has declined an offer to join the Cabinet, according to reports. Amresh Kumar Singh, elected to the House of Representatives from Sarlahi-4, has declined an offer to join the Cabinet, according to reports. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Ram Navami: President, Vice President highlight unity, peace and cultural values Ram Navami: President, Vice President highlight unity, peace and cultural values President Ramchandra Paudel has said that cultural and historical festivals play a vital role in strengthening national unity by fostering mutual trust, harmony, tolerance and cooperation among Nepal’s diverse communities. President Ramchandra Paudel has said that cultural and historical festivals play a vital role in strengthening national unity by fostering mutual trust, harmony, tolerance and cooperation among Nepal’s diverse communities. Nepal 27 Mar, 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.
