Govt terminates 25 idle road projects to end boondoggles Govt terminates 25 idle road projects to end boondoggles In a notice issued today, the Road Division Office, Kathmandu announced the termination of contracts for 25 sick and stalled projects. In a notice issued today, the Road Division Office, Kathmandu announced the termination of contracts for 25 sick and stalled projects. Nepal 17 Nov, 2025
Ama Dablam paraglide: Chinese climber Zhang Jing makes first-ever standard wing flight from summit Ama Dablam paraglide: Chinese climber Zhang Jing makes first-ever standard wing... Chinese climber and extreme sports athlete Zhang Jing has become the first person to paraglide from the summit of Mt Ama Dablam (6,856 metres) using a standard paraglider wing, marking a historic milestone in Himalayan aerial adventure. Chinese climber and extreme sports athlete Zhang Jing has become the first person to paraglide from the summit of Mt Ama Dablam (6,856 metres) using a standard paraglider wing, marking a historic milestone in Himalayan aerial adventure. Nepal 17 Nov, 2025
EC unveils schedule for March 2026 HoR elections EC unveils schedule for March 2026 HoR elections The Election Commission (EC) has announced the official schedule for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections set for March 5, 2026. The Election Commission (EC) has announced the official schedule for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections set for March 5, 2026. Nepal 17 Nov, 2025
Maldhunga–Beni Road to close for seven hours each day until December 6 Maldhunga–Beni Road to close for seven hours each day until December 6 Starting from November 17, the Maldhunga–Beni road, which is part of the Kaligandaki Corridor linking Myagdi and Mustang to the national highway, will be closed for seven hours daily for the road upgrading works. Starting from November 17, the Maldhunga–Beni road, which is part of the Kaligandaki Corridor linking Myagdi and Mustang to the national highway, will be closed for seven hours daily for the road upgrading works. Nepal 16 Nov, 2025
Two arrested for defrauding people promising jobs abroad Two arrested for defrauding people promising jobs abroad The Nepal Police have arrested two individuals for defrauding people by promising lucrative overseas jobs in the UK and Australia. The Nepal Police have arrested two individuals for defrauding people by promising lucrative overseas jobs in the UK and Australia. Nepal 16 Nov, 2025
Hand Project team completes 10-day mission in Koshi, fitting 199 prosthetic hands Hand Project team completes 10-day mission in Koshi, fitting 199 prosthetic hands Two humanitarian workers who spent the last ten days in Koshi Province fitting prosthetic hands for amputees say Nepal surprised them, not just with its landscapes, but with its people, their trust and the stories they carried. Two humanitarian workers who spent the last ten days in Koshi Province fitting prosthetic hands for amputees say Nepal surprised them, not just with its landscapes, but with its people, their trust and the stories they carried. Nepal 16 Nov, 2025
Election environment ready for March 5 polls: Minister Kharel Election environment ready for March 5 polls: Minister Kharel Minister for Communications and Information Technology Jagdish Kharel has said that the environment required for the March 5 House of Representatives election has been fully prepared. Minister for Communications and Information Technology Jagdish Kharel has said that the environment required for the March 5 House of Representatives election has been fully prepared. Nepal 15 Nov, 2025
Hong Kong removes transit visa requirement for Nepali travellers Hong Kong removes transit visa requirement for Nepali travellers Nepali passport holders will no longer require a transit visa when transiting through Hong Kong International Airport, the Consulate General of Nepal in Hong Kong announced on Friday. Nepali passport holders will no longer require a transit visa when transiting through Hong Kong International Airport, the Consulate General of Nepal in Hong Kong announced on Friday. Nepal 15 Nov, 2025
Thame community leads effort to safeguard intangible heritage after GLOF disaster Thame community leads effort to safeguard intangible heritage after GLOF disaster A four-day capacity-building programme is underway in Thame, bringing together 30 local stakeholders, community leaders, women’s groups and Indigenous youth to document and protect the village’s intangible cultural heritage following the devastating Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) that struck the region in August 2024. A four-day capacity-building programme is underway in Thame, bringing together 30 local stakeholders, community leaders, women’s groups and Indigenous youth to document and protect the village’s intangible cultural heritage following the devastating Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) that struck the region in August 2024. Nepal 15 Nov, 2025
Thai skydiver sets dual Everest records as 18th Everest Skydive concludes Thai skydiver sets dual Everest records as 18th Everest Skydive concludes The 18th edition of the Everest Skydive has concluded in the Everest region with a series of record-breaking feats, led by Thai national Dr. Tanaboworn Sirikunakornkun, who achieved two major milestones: The 18th edition of the Everest Skydive has concluded in the Everest region with a series of record-breaking feats, led by Thai national Dr. Tanaboworn Sirikunakornkun, who achieved two major milestones: Nepal 14 Nov, 2025
Two climbers achieve first Southeast Face ascent of Phari Lapcha Two climbers achieve first Southeast Face ascent of Phari Lapcha After being forced to abandon several climbing objectives in the Khumbu due to persistent heavy snowfall, two climbers have successfully completed what is believed to be the first ascent of the southeast face of Phari Lapcha (6,017m) in the Gokyo valley. After being forced to abandon several climbing objectives in the Khumbu due to persistent heavy snowfall, two climbers have successfully completed what is believed to be the first ascent of the southeast face of Phari Lapcha (6,017m) in the Gokyo valley. Nepal 14 Nov, 2025
Probe commission imposes travel restrictions on Khapung Probe commission imposes travel restrictions on Khapung The high-level probe commission formed to probe the Gen Z protest has imposed travel restrictions on outgoing Inspector General of Nepal Police (IGP) Chandra Kuber Khapung. The high-level probe commission formed to probe the Gen Z protest has imposed travel restrictions on outgoing Inspector General of Nepal Police (IGP) Chandra Kuber Khapung. Nepal 14 Nov, 2025
Green Tara Nepal brings free ultrasound, lab services to pregnant women in Bajura Green Tara Nepal brings free ultrasound, lab services to pregnant women in Bajura Budhiganga Municipality in Bajura has begun offering free ultrasound and laboratory services to pregnant women by reaching communities across all 10 wards, in partnership with the Green Tara Nepal, according to Mayor Ram Bahadur Baniya. Budhiganga Municipality in Bajura has begun offering free ultrasound and laboratory services to pregnant women by reaching communities across all 10 wards, in partnership with the Green Tara Nepal, according to Mayor Ram Bahadur Baniya. Nepal 14 Nov, 2025
Illegal online casinos flood Nepal after India's gambling ban Illegal online casinos flood Nepal after India's gambling ban Months after India banned online gambling, a surge of gambling apps and online platforms has surfaced in Nepal — operating freely despite strict national prohibitions on gambling. Months after India banned online gambling, a surge of gambling apps and online platforms has surfaced in Nepal — operating freely despite strict national prohibitions on gambling. Nepal 14 Nov, 2025
International Day against Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Property being marked across world International Day against Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Property being marked... The International Day against Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Property is being marked in numerous countries worldwide, aimed at raising awareness to combat the theft and illegal trade of ancient sculptures, paintings, handicrafts, historical sites, and other cultural assets. The International Day against Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Property is being marked in numerous countries worldwide, aimed at raising awareness to combat the theft and illegal trade of ancient sculptures, paintings, handicrafts, historical sites, and other cultural assets. Nepal 14 Nov, 2025
IMTA, Everest Alliance Nepal sign MoU to advance sustainable mountain tourism IMTA, Everest Alliance Nepal sign MoU to advance sustainable mountain tourism The International Mountain Tourism Alliance (IMTA) and Everest Alliance Nepal (EAN) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in sustainable mountain tourism, environmental conservation, and cultural exchange. The agreement was formalised in Guizhou, China, during the International Conference of Mountain Tourism and Outdoor Sports 2025 held on November 11. The International Mountain Tourism Alliance (IMTA) and Everest Alliance Nepal (EAN) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in sustainable mountain tourism, environmental conservation, and cultural exchange. The agreement was formalised in Guizhou, China, during the International Conference of Mountain Tourism and Outdoor Sports 2025 held on November 11. Nepal 14 Nov, 2025
EC discusses upper house elections with political parties scheduled for January 25 EC discusses upper house elections with political parties scheduled for January 25 During the meeting, EC Secretary Mahadev Pantha stated that the election schedule will be announced after consultations with political parties on the technical aspects of the process. During the meeting, EC Secretary Mahadev Pantha stated that the election schedule will be announced after consultations with political parties on the technical aspects of the process. Nepal 13 Nov, 2025
Push for Regular Skydiving Operations in Pokhara Gains Momentum Push for Regular Skydiving Operations in Pokhara Gains Momentum Renowned for its natural beauty and cultural heritage, Pokhara has also earned a reputation as Nepal’s premier adventure tourism destination. Renowned for its natural beauty and cultural heritage, Pokhara has also earned a reputation as Nepal’s premier adventure tourism destination. Nepal 13 Nov, 2025
Nepal's growth expected to slow in FY26 amid political transition: World Bank Nepal's growth expected to slow in FY26 amid political transition: World Bank Nepal’s economic growth is expected to slow sharply to 2.1 percent in FY26 from 4.6 percent in FY25, reflecting the impact of the September 2025 unrest and ensuing political instability, according to the World Bank’s latest Nepal Development Update released on Thursday. Nepal’s economic growth is expected to slow sharply to 2.1 percent in FY26 from 4.6 percent in FY25, reflecting the impact of the September 2025 unrest and ensuing political instability, according to the World Bank’s latest Nepal Development Update released on Thursday. Nepal 13 Nov, 2025
Nepali Embassy warns against fraud amid Portugal visa suspension Nepali Embassy warns against fraud amid Portugal visa suspension The Embassy of Nepal in Portugal has urged Nepalis to remain cautious against fraudulent activities promising working visas to Portugal, following the country’s recent suspension of such permits. The Embassy of Nepal in Portugal has urged Nepalis to remain cautious against fraudulent activities promising working visas to Portugal, following the country’s recent suspension of such permits. Nepal 13 Nov, 2025
Nepal Services disrupted in Budhiganga Municipality as seven employees suspended Service delivery at Budhiganga Municipality in Bajura has come to a standstill after seven employees were suspended in connection with a corruption case related to the construction of the municipal administrative building.
Nepal President Paudel, Japanese PM Takaichi hold talks in Tokyo Prime Minister of Japan Sanae Takaichi held a meeting with President of Nepal Ramchandra Paudel in Tokyo on Tuesday evening during the latter’s official working visit to Japan.
Health HPV vaccination campaign against cervical cancer begins nationwide The Child Health and Immunization Service Section under the Family Welfare Division of the Ministry of Health and Population has announced the launch of a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign to prevent cervical cancer.
Nepal One dead, three injured in Sarlahi car accident One person was killed and three others injured when a car met with an accident in Banke Jungle of Sarlahi along the East–West Highway early Wednesday morning.
Nepal PM initiates steps to address health insurance concerns Prime Minister Sushila Karki has initiated efforts to address growing public concerns related to the health insurance scheme.
Nepal More women than men in PR closed list for HoR elections With 29 days remaining until the House of Representatives (HoR) elections, political parties have submitted closed lists for the proportional representation (PR) system showing a higher number of women candidates than men.
Business Gold up Rs 14,400 per tola, silver gains Rs 265 Gold price in the domestic market rebounded strongly on Wednesday after days of decline, rising by Rs 14,400 per tola.
Environment Fog in Terai, light snowfall possible in high hills Fog and mist are likely in parts of the Terai region today, while high hilly and Himalayan areas of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces will remain generally cloudy, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD).
Nepal Interim government withdraws contentious Social Media Bill 2025 The interim government has decided to withdraw one of the most contentious bills proposed by the previous KP Sharma Oli administration, the Social Media Act Bill 2025
