New viewpoint identified near Kathmandu offers Everest views at low cost

New viewpoint identified near Kathmandu offers Everest views at low cost

A new trekking destination offering direct views of Everest and four other 8,000-metre peaks has been identified in the Jugal Himalayan range of Sindhupalchok district, the closest such viewpoint to Kathmandu, in what organisers say could open a significant new chapter in Nepal's domestic and inbound tourism.

A new trekking destination offering direct views of Everest and four other 8,000-metre peaks has been identified in the Jugal Himalayan range of Sindhupalchok district, the closest such viewpoint to Kathmandu, in what organisers say could open a significant new chapter in Nepal's domestic and inbound tourism.

Nepal 28 Apr, 2026

Ten killed in natural disasters across Nepal in 24 hours

Ten killed in natural disasters across Nepal in 24 hours

A total of 69 disaster-related incidents were reported nationwide during the period, leaving 25 others injured, the authority said.

A total of 69 disaster-related incidents were reported nationwide during the period, leaving 25 others injured, the authority said.

Nepal 27 Apr, 2026

President Paudel Lays Foundation Stone for Bhanu Literary Park in Tanahun

President Paudel Lays Foundation Stone for Bhanu Literary Park in Tanahun

Chundiramgha is the birthplace of Bhanubhakta Acharya, revered as Nepal’s Adikavi (Pioneer Poet), and the park is being developed in his honour.

Chundiramgha is the birthplace of Bhanubhakta Acharya, revered as Nepal’s Adikavi (Pioneer Poet), and the park is being developed in his honour.

Nepal 27 Apr, 2026

Nepal, ADB sign $40 million concessional loan agreement for digital transformation project

Nepal, ADB sign $40 million concessional loan agreement for digital transformation...

The agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Finance by Finance Secretary Dr. Ghanashyam Upadhyay and ADB Country Director for Nepal Arnaud Cauchois.

The agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Finance by Finance Secretary Dr. Ghanashyam Upadhyay and ADB Country Director for Nepal Arnaud Cauchois.

Nepal 27 Apr, 2026

Govt appoints Narayan Dutta Paudel as APF's 13th IGP

Govt appoints Narayan Dutta Paudel as APF's 13th IGP

The government has appointed Additional Inspector General Narayan Dutta Paudel as the 13th Inspector General of the Armed Police Force (APF) Nepal.

The government has appointed Additional Inspector General Narayan Dutta Paudel as the 13th Inspector General of the Armed Police Force (APF) Nepal.

Nepal 27 Apr, 2026

NTB CEO Joshi to speak at PATA Annual Summit in South Korea

NTB CEO Joshi to speak at PATA Annual Summit in South Korea

Nepal Tourism Board CEO Deepak Raj Joshi will join global tourism leaders at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Summit 2026 (PAS 2026), to be held across the South Korean cities of Gyeongju and Pohang from May 11 to 14.

Nepal Tourism Board CEO Deepak Raj Joshi will join global tourism leaders at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Summit 2026 (PAS 2026), to be held across the South Korean cities of Gyeongju and Pohang from May 11 to 14.

Nepal 27 Apr, 2026

Sikta Irrigation Project's western main canal not friendly to wildlife

Sikta Irrigation Project's western main canal not friendly to wildlife

The under-construction Sikta Irrigation Project in the district has turned into a death trap for wildlife.

The under-construction Sikta Irrigation Project in the district has turned into a death trap for wildlife.

Nepal 27 Apr, 2026

Indian pilgrim dies of altitude sickness in Mustang

Indian pilgrim dies of altitude sickness in Mustang

An Indian tourist has died of suspected high-altitude sickness in Jomsom, Mustang, highlighting ongoing health risks for pilgrims visiting high Himalayan destinations.

An Indian tourist has died of suspected high-altitude sickness in Jomsom, Mustang, highlighting ongoing health risks for pilgrims visiting high Himalayan destinations.

Nepal 27 Apr, 2026

Nepal sets 28,500 MW target, eyes 15,000 MW exports in decade-long energy strategy

Nepal sets 28,500 MW target, eyes 15,000 MW exports in decade-long energy strategy

Nepal has unveiled an ambitious energy consumption growth and export strategy targeting a tenfold increase in per capita electricity consumption and the development of 28,500 megawatts of installed capacity by 2035, as the government moves to transform its hydropower surplus from a seasonal headache into a major revenue stream.

Nepal has unveiled an ambitious energy consumption growth and export strategy targeting a tenfold increase in per capita electricity consumption and the development of 28,500 megawatts of installed capacity by 2035, as the government moves to transform its hydropower surplus from a seasonal headache into a major revenue stream.

Nepal 27 Apr, 2026

7,642 third-country tourists enter Nepal via Kakarbhitta in nine months

7,642 third-country tourists enter Nepal via Kakarbhitta in nine months

Nepal received a total of 7,642 tourists from third countries over the past nine months through the eastern border point at Kakarbhitta.

Nepal received a total of 7,642 tourists from third countries over the past nine months through the eastern border point at Kakarbhitta.

Nepal 26 Apr, 2026

Climber injured on Dhaulagiri rescued after two-day ordeal

Climber injured on Dhaulagiri rescued after two-day ordeal

A climber who sustained injuries while descending Dhaulagiri in Dhawalagiri Rural Municipality–4 of Myagdi has been successfully rescued after two days.

A climber who sustained injuries while descending Dhaulagiri in Dhawalagiri Rural Municipality–4 of Myagdi has been successfully rescued after two days.

Nepal 26 Apr, 2026

Nationwide drive launched to clear encroached public land

Nationwide drive launched to clear encroached public land

The government has launched a nationwide campaign to remove illegal structures built on public land, including riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley.

The government has launched a nationwide campaign to remove illegal structures built on public land, including riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley.

Nepal 26 Apr, 2026

RSP lawmaker Pokharel apologises after widespread criticism for indecent conduct

RSP lawmaker Pokharel apologises after widespread criticism for indecent conduct

Bishwaraj Pokharel, a member of the House of Representatives elected from Okhaldhunga, has apologised in the face of growing criticism from lawmakers, netizens and members of his own party for mistreating Santadhahadur Magar, the principal of Chandeshwori Secondary School.

Bishwaraj Pokharel, a member of the House of Representatives elected from Okhaldhunga, has apologised in the face of growing criticism from lawmakers, netizens and members of his own party for mistreating Santadhahadur Magar, the principal of Chandeshwori Secondary School.

Nepal 26 Apr, 2026

Nepal launches first Safari Tourism Mart in Chitwan to boost wildlife tourism

Nepal launches first Safari Tourism Mart in Chitwan to boost wildlife tourism

The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has launched the country’s first-ever Safari Tourism Mart in Meghauli, aiming to position Nepal as a leading global destination for responsible wildlife tourism.

The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has launched the country’s first-ever Safari Tourism Mart in Meghauli, aiming to position Nepal as a leading global destination for responsible wildlife tourism.

Nepal 26 Apr, 2026

Death of pregnant woman in Butwal: Two healthcare facilities sealed, Dr Rupakheti suspended

Death of pregnant woman in Butwal: Two healthcare facilities sealed, Dr Rupakheti...

Following the incident, the Council formed a probe committee coordinated by Dr. Samrat Parajuli, which has submitted a 26-page preliminary report.

Following the incident, the Council formed a probe committee coordinated by Dr. Samrat Parajuli, which has submitted a 26-page preliminary report.

Nepal 25 Apr, 2026

All eyes on Khumbu Icefall as joint team moves to clear Everest route

All eyes on Khumbu Icefall as joint team moves to clear Everest route

The Expedition Operators Association of Nepal (EOAN) and the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) are set to deploy a joint team of around 20 people, including icefall doctors and Sherpa climbers from various expeditions, to the Khumbu Icefall on Sunday morning to assess ground conditions and attempt to open or identify alternate routes through the section that has been blocking progress toward Camp I on Everest.

The Expedition Operators Association of Nepal (EOAN) and the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) are set to deploy a joint team of around 20 people, including icefall doctors and Sherpa climbers from various expeditions, to the Khumbu Icefall on Sunday morning to assess ground conditions and attempt to open or identify alternate routes through the section that has been blocking progress toward Camp I on Everest.

Nepal 25 Apr, 2026

Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run held in Cairo to mark Everest Day

Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run held in Cairo to mark Everest Day

A 5-kilometre Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run was organised in Cairo to mark Mount Everest Day and International Wellness Day, highlighting environmental sustainability and wellness.

A 5-kilometre Nepal-Egypt Friendship Run was organised in Cairo to mark Mount Everest Day and International Wellness Day, highlighting environmental sustainability and wellness.

Nepal 25 Apr, 2026

Govt merges NATHM, Nepal Mountain Academy into single tourism training body

Govt merges NATHM, Nepal Mountain Academy into single tourism training body

The Nepal government has merged two of the country's principal tourism and mountaineering training institutions — the Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM) and the Nepal Mountain Academy (NMA) — into a single unified body, establishing the Nepal Tourism, Hotel and Mountain Institution Development Committee.

The Nepal government has merged two of the country's principal tourism and mountaineering training institutions — the Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management (NATHM) and the Nepal Mountain Academy (NMA) — into a single unified body, establishing the Nepal Tourism, Hotel and Mountain Institution Development Committee.

Nepal 25 Apr, 2026

Two killed, nine critically injured in Tanahun bus accident

Two killed, nine critically injured in Tanahun bus accident

Two people were killed and nine others seriously injured in a bus accident along the Prithvi Highway in Tanahun district on Friday afternoon.

Two people were killed and nine others seriously injured in a bus accident along the Prithvi Highway in Tanahun district on Friday afternoon.

Nepal 24 Apr, 2026

Kolti Hospital improves services, infrastructure

Kolti Hospital improves services, infrastructure

Health services at Kolti Basic Hospital in Budhinanda Municipality-2 of Bajura have significantly improved with better infrastructure, equipment and availability of medical staff.

Health services at Kolti Basic Hospital in Budhinanda Municipality-2 of Bajura have significantly improved with better infrastructure, equipment and availability of medical staff.

Nepal 24 Apr, 2026