1,460 escaped prisoners rearrested in Sudurpaschim in nine months

1,460 escaped prisoners rearrested in Sudurpaschim in nine months

Police have arrested 1,460 escaped prisoners in Sudurpaschim Province over the past nine months.

Police have arrested 1,460 escaped prisoners in Sudurpaschim Province over the past nine months.

Nepal 30 Apr, 2026

President Paudel issues Cooperative Ordinance

President Paudel issues Cooperative Ordinance

President Ramchandra Paudel issued the Cooperative (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2083, on Thursday afternoon.

President Ramchandra Paudel issued the Cooperative (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2083, on Thursday afternoon.

Nepal 30 Apr, 2026

Nearly 400 illegal structures to be demolished along Bagmati Canal in Rautahat

Nearly 400 illegal structures to be demolished along Bagmati Canal in Rautahat

Authorities have begun demolishing nearly 400 illegally built huts and properties along the Bagmati Irrigation Canal in Chandrapur Municipality-5 and -6, ending a 28-year-long encroachment.

Authorities have begun demolishing nearly 400 illegally built huts and properties along the Bagmati Irrigation Canal in Chandrapur Municipality-5 and -6, ending a 28-year-long encroachment.

Nepal 30 Apr, 2026

Ordinances to end deadlock, not serve vested interests, says PM's advisor

Ordinances to end deadlock, not serve vested interests, says PM's advisor

Prime Minister Balendra Shah's political advisor Asim Shah has come out in defence of the government's sweeping package of ordinances, pushing back against criticism by arguing the measures are rooted in democratic values and aimed squarely at unblocking a public service delivery system long paralysed by political appointments and legal bottlenecks.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah's political advisor Asim Shah has come out in defence of the government's sweeping package of ordinances, pushing back against criticism by arguing the measures are rooted in democratic values and aimed squarely at unblocking a public service delivery system long paralysed by political appointments and legal bottlenecks.

Nepal 30 Apr, 2026

40km Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section upgrade begins under MCA-Nepal

40km Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section upgrade begins under MCA-Nepal

The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) on Wednesday formally launched the upgradation of the 40-kilometre Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section along the East–West Highway.

The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) on Wednesday formally launched the upgradation of the 40-kilometre Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section along the East–West Highway.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

Japan, UNDP launch $1.29m project to boost urban climate resilience in Dhangadhi

Japan, UNDP launch $1.29m project to boost urban climate resilience in Dhangadhi

The Government of Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a USD 1.296 million project to strengthen urban resilience to climate risks in Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City.

The Government of Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a USD 1.296 million project to strengthen urban resilience to climate risks in Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

34 killed, 139 injured in 616 disaster incidents in 15 days

34 killed, 139 injured in 616 disaster incidents in 15 days

At least 34 people have died and 139 others were injured in 616 disaster-related incidents reported across the country over the past 15 days, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority.

At least 34 people have died and 139 others were injured in 616 disaster-related incidents reported across the country over the past 15 days, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

1.2 million driving licences printed as ICT Ministry unveils one-month progress

1.2 million driving licences printed as ICT Ministry unveils one-month progress

The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has reported significant progress in service delivery and digital reforms within one month of the new minister, Dr. Bikram Timilsina, assuming office, aligning with the government’s 100-point governance reform agenda.

The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has reported significant progress in service delivery and digital reforms within one month of the new minister, Dr. Bikram Timilsina, assuming office, aligning with the government’s 100-point governance reform agenda.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

DoT warns against 'overnight stay' packages at Everest Base Camp

DoT warns against 'overnight stay' packages at Everest Base Camp

The Department of Tourism (DoT) has warned trekking agencies against promoting or operating overnight stay packages at expedition camps, including Everest Base Camp, without prior approval.

The Department of Tourism (DoT) has warned trekking agencies against promoting or operating overnight stay packages at expedition camps, including Everest Base Camp, without prior approval.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

Khumbu Icefall route opened, but risks persist: SPCC

Khumbu Icefall route opened, but risks persist: SPCC

The route through the Khumbu Icefall on Mt Everest has been opened for the Spring 2026 climbing season, though significant risks remain at a critical section, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) said.

The route through the Khumbu Icefall on Mt Everest has been opened for the Spring 2026 climbing season, though significant risks remain at a critical section, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) said.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

FM holds separate meetings with Norway, EU envoys

FM holds separate meetings with Norway, EU envoys

Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held separate courtesy meetings with the ambassadors of Norway and the European Union in Kathmandu on Tuesday.

Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held separate courtesy meetings with the ambassadors of Norway and the European Union in Kathmandu on Tuesday.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

Nepalgunj to host first Tharu Food Festival from April 30

Nepalgunj to host first Tharu Food Festival from April 30

Nepalgunj city will host its first Tharu indigenous food festival beginning April 30, running for three days in an effort to preserve and promote the culinary traditions of the Tharu community.

Nepalgunj city will host its first Tharu indigenous food festival beginning April 30, running for three days in an effort to preserve and promote the culinary traditions of the Tharu community.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

Nepal Micro Insurance Chair Ashish Shrestha arrested

Nepal Micro Insurance Chair Ashish Shrestha arrested

The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Ashish Shrestha, the chairperson of Nepal Micro Insurance Company Ltd, today as the probe into the sensational securities scam expanded.

The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Ashish Shrestha, the chairperson of Nepal Micro Insurance Company Ltd, today as the probe into the sensational securities scam expanded.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

Portugal Deputy FM to visit Nepal

Portugal Deputy FM to visit Nepal

Deputy Foreign Minister of Portugal, Dr Ana Isabel Xavier, is arriving in Nepal on an official visit from April 29 to May 1 at the invitation of Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai.

Deputy Foreign Minister of Portugal, Dr Ana Isabel Xavier, is arriving in Nepal on an official visit from April 29 to May 1 at the invitation of Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai.

Nepal 29 Apr, 2026

Adverse weather warning issued; public urged to take precautions

Adverse weather warning issued; public urged to take precautions

According to the Department, the windstorm is expected to commence at around 5:45 pm on Wednesday and persist until 7:45 am on Thursday.

According to the Department, the windstorm is expected to commence at around 5:45 pm on Wednesday and persist until 7:45 am on Thursday.

Nepal 28 Apr, 2026

Indigenous Majhi community face increased risk for livelihood due to river encroachment

Indigenous Majhi community face increased risk for livelihood due to river...

Batule Majhi, a man in his mid-40s from Bhimtar in Indrawati Rural Municipality–11, belongs to the indigenous Majhi community, traditionally known for fishing as their primary source of livelihood.

Batule Majhi, a man in his mid-40s from Bhimtar in Indrawati Rural Municipality–11, belongs to the indigenous Majhi community, traditionally known for fishing as their primary source of livelihood.

Nepal 28 Apr, 2026

Traffic Police take action against 2,746 drivers in last 24 hours

Traffic Police take action against 2,746 drivers in last 24 hours

The Traffic Police have taken action against 2,746 vehicle drivers in the last 24 hours.

The Traffic Police have taken action against 2,746 vehicle drivers in the last 24 hours.

Nepal 28 Apr, 2026

Khumbu Icefall finally opens after tense week; Everest season now under way

Khumbu Icefall finally opens after tense week; Everest season now under way

The Khumbu Icefall route on Mt. Everest is open.

The Khumbu Icefall route on Mt. Everest is open.

Nepal 28 Apr, 2026

Syakar Trading launches premium Honda service centres, plans nationwide expansion

Syakar Trading launches premium Honda service centres, plans nationwide expansion

Syakar Trading Company, under the Padma Jyoti Group, has inaugurated two premium Honda service centres and announced plans to expand its network nationwide.

Syakar Trading Company, under the Padma Jyoti Group, has inaugurated two premium Honda service centres and announced plans to expand its network nationwide.

Nepal 28 Apr, 2026

Nepal–EU Tech Forum highlights digital investment prospects

Nepal–EU Tech Forum highlights digital investment prospects

The Embassy of Nepal in Brussels organised the Nepal–EU Tech Forum 2026 in collaboration with Genese Solution, bringing together policymakers, investors, tech firms and diaspora representatives to explore digital innovation and investment opportunities.

The Embassy of Nepal in Brussels organised the Nepal–EU Tech Forum 2026 in collaboration with Genese Solution, bringing together policymakers, investors, tech firms and diaspora representatives to explore digital innovation and investment opportunities.

Nepal 28 Apr, 2026