4,561 cases registered nationwide in Magh; Kathmandu Valley tops crime chart 4,561 cases registered nationwide in Magh; Kathmandu Valley tops crime chart A total of 4,561 criminal cases were registered across the country in the month of Magh in the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to Nepal Police. A total of 4,561 criminal cases were registered across the country in the month of Magh in the current fiscal year 2082/83, according to Nepal Police. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Everest summiteer returns home to open new adventure frontier in Panchthar Everest summiteer returns home to open new adventure frontier in Panchthar Two years after standing atop Mount Everest, Kishor Jabegu found himself at the edge of a very different drop, a waterfall in his home district of Panchthar. Two years after standing atop Mount Everest, Kishor Jabegu found himself at the edge of a very different drop, a waterfall in his home district of Panchthar. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Nepal and India sign MoU on bio-diversity conservation Nepal and India sign MoU on bio-diversity conservation Nepal and India have signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on bio-diversity conservation. Nepal and India have signed a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on bio-diversity conservation. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
359 polling stations in Karnali marked highly sensitive ahead of HoR polls 359 polling stations in Karnali marked highly sensitive ahead of HoR polls With the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) elections drawing near, 359 polling stations in Karnali Province have been classified as “highly sensitive” from a security standpoint, authorities said on Wednesday. With the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) elections drawing near, 359 polling stations in Karnali Province have been classified as “highly sensitive” from a security standpoint, authorities said on Wednesday. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Eight aspirant guides undergo IFMGA Diploma Training in Manang Eight aspirant guides undergo IFMGA Diploma Training in Manang The Final Diploma Course of the Mountain Guide Certification Course (MGCC)–2026, accredited by the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA/UIAGM/IVBV), has commenced in Manang for aspirant guides of the 2022/23 batch. The Final Diploma Course of the Mountain Guide Certification Course (MGCC)–2026, accredited by the International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA/UIAGM/IVBV), has commenced in Manang for aspirant guides of the 2022/23 batch. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Tourist vehicles require permit to operate on election day Tourist vehicles require permit to operate on election day Tourist vehicles will require prior permission to operate on March 5, the day of the House of Representatives election. Tourist vehicles will require prior permission to operate on March 5, the day of the House of Representatives election. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
NHRC urges conducive atmosphere for free, fair elections NHRC urges conducive atmosphere for free, fair elections Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, Tap Bahadur Magar, has called on all stakeholders to ensure the upcoming elections are clean, free, fair and fear-free. Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission, Tap Bahadur Magar, has called on all stakeholders to ensure the upcoming elections are clean, free, fair and fear-free. Nepal 26 Feb, 2026
Tiger census in Shuklaphanta National Park from March 7 Tiger census in Shuklaphanta National Park from March 7 Tiger count is beginning in the Shuklaphanta National Park (SNP) from March 7. Tiger count is beginning in the Shuklaphanta National Park (SNP) from March 7. Nepal 25 Feb, 2026
Election materials, ballot papers sent to 75 districts: EC Election materials, ballot papers sent to 75 districts: EC The election materials and ballot papers for the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections have been sent to 75 districts across the country, according to the Election Commission (EC). The election materials and ballot papers for the upcoming House of Representatives (HoR) elections have been sent to 75 districts across the country, according to the Election Commission (EC). Nepal 25 Feb, 2026
EC warns against obstructing poll campaigns; Offenders face fine or jail EC warns against obstructing poll campaigns; Offenders face fine or jail With eight days remaining for the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission of Nepal has warned that obstructing election campaigning or depriving citizens of voting rights is a punishable offence. With eight days remaining for the March 5 House of Representatives (HoR) election, the Election Commission of Nepal has warned that obstructing election campaigning or depriving citizens of voting rights is a punishable offence. Nepal 25 Feb, 2026
Rapid progress on bailey bridge construction over Dansagu Khola in Bajura Rapid progress on bailey bridge construction over Dansagu Khola in Bajura Construction work on a Bailey bridge over the Dansagu Khola in Budhinanda Municipality is progressing rapidly, local authorities said. Construction work on a Bailey bridge over the Dansagu Khola in Budhinanda Municipality is progressing rapidly, local authorities said. Nepal 24 Feb, 2026
498 disaster incidents in Magh leave 22 dead, over 100 injured across Nepal 498 disaster incidents in Magh leave 22 dead, over 100 injured across Nepal Nepal recorded 498 disaster incidents across the country in the month of Magh for the fiscal year 2082/083, resulting in 22 deaths and 103 injuries, according to the Nepal Police. Nepal recorded 498 disaster incidents across the country in the month of Magh for the fiscal year 2082/083, resulting in 22 deaths and 103 injuries, according to the Nepal Police. Nepal 24 Feb, 2026
Japan provides Rs 397.5 million to support Nepal's HoR election Japan provides Rs 397.5 million to support Nepal's HoR election The Government of Japan has provided financial support of Rs 397.5 million to Nepal for the upcoming House of Representatives general election scheduled for March 5, the Embassy of Japan in Nepal said on Tuesday. The Government of Japan has provided financial support of Rs 397.5 million to Nepal for the upcoming House of Representatives general election scheduled for March 5, the Embassy of Japan in Nepal said on Tuesday. Nepal 24 Feb, 2026
EC warns against code violations as HoR polls near; Teachers, officials told to stay neutral EC warns against code violations as HoR polls near; Teachers, officials told to stay... With nine days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5, the Election Commission has reiterated strict compliance with the Election Code of Conduct, urging teachers, professors, government officials and other stakeholders to refrain from participating in political campaigns. With nine days remaining for the House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5, the Election Commission has reiterated strict compliance with the Election Code of Conduct, urging teachers, professors, government officials and other stakeholders to refrain from participating in political campaigns. Nepal 24 Feb, 2026
Curfew lifted, prohibitory order issued in Birgunj Curfew lifted, prohibitory order issued in Birgunj The District Security Committee of Parsa District has lifted the curfew imposed in the Birgunj metropolitan area and replaced it with a prohibitory order. The District Security Committee of Parsa District has lifted the curfew imposed in the Birgunj metropolitan area and replaced it with a prohibitory order. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
EC warns against involvement of children in election campaigns EC warns against involvement of children in election campaigns The Election Commission of Nepal (EC) has urged political parties and candidates participating in the 2082 House of Representatives elections to refrain from involving children in their election campaigns. The Election Commission of Nepal (EC) has urged political parties and candidates participating in the 2082 House of Representatives elections to refrain from involving children in their election campaigns. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Probe committee formed to investigate Dhading bus crash Probe committee formed to investigate Dhading bus crash Home Ministry spokesperson Anand Kafle announced today that a five-member task force, led by a Joint Secretary, has been formed to probe the incident. Home Ministry spokesperson Anand Kafle announced today that a five-member task force, led by a Joint Secretary, has been formed to probe the incident. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Curfew imposed in Birgunj until further notice Curfew imposed in Birgunj until further notice The local administration has clamped curfew in Birgunj metropolitan city of Parsa district in a bid to curb possible untoward situation. The curfew order is in place from 9:45 am today. The local administration has clamped curfew in Birgunj metropolitan city of Parsa district in a bid to curb possible untoward situation. The curfew order is in place from 9:45 am today. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Buffer zone voters demand action on human–wildlife conflict Buffer zone voters demand action on human–wildlife conflict With voting for the House of Representatives (HoR) scheduled for March 5, residents living along the buffer zone of Shuklaphanta National Park have made mitigation of human–wildlife conflict their top electoral priority. With voting for the House of Representatives (HoR) scheduled for March 5, residents living along the buffer zone of Shuklaphanta National Park have made mitigation of human–wildlife conflict their top electoral priority. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
19 killed as bus plunges into Trishuli River in Dhading; Road accidents spike nationwide 19 killed as bus plunges into Trishuli River in Dhading; Road accidents spike... At least 19 people were killed and 25 others injured when a passenger bus plunged off the Prithvi Highway into the Trishuli River in Dhading district in the early hours of Monday, in the deadliest road accident in recent months. At least 19 people were killed and 25 others injured when a passenger bus plunged off the Prithvi Highway into the Trishuli River in Dhading district in the early hours of Monday, in the deadliest road accident in recent months. Nepal 23 Feb, 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.
