BP Highway obstructed; vehicles put on hold BP Highway obstructed; vehicles put on hold The BP Highway has been obstructed since this morning following the rise in water level in the Kavrepalanchowk Roshi region due to incessant rain. The BP Highway has been obstructed since this morning following the rise in water level in the Kavrepalanchowk Roshi region due to incessant rain. Nepal 21 Mar, 2026
Traffic halted on Narayangadh–Butwal section due to slippery road Traffic halted on Narayangadh–Butwal section due to slippery road Vehicular movement along the Narayangadh–Butwal road section has been disrupted after rainfall turned parts of the highway muddy and slippery. Vehicular movement along the Narayangadh–Butwal road section has been disrupted after rainfall turned parts of the highway muddy and slippery. Nepal 21 Mar, 2026
Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated nationwide with joy, festivity Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated nationwide with joy, festivity The Muslim community across Nepal is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, greetings and festive gatherings, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The Muslim community across Nepal is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, greetings and festive gatherings, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Nepal 21 Mar, 2026
PM Karki visits Janaki Temple PM Karki visits Janaki Temple Prime Minister Sushila Karki today visited and performed worship at the famous religious site Janaki Temple in Janakpurdham. Prime Minister Sushila Karki today visited and performed worship at the famous religious site Janaki Temple in Janakpurdham. Nepal 20 Mar, 2026
'Samman Ghar' launched to support children of women waste workers 'Samman Ghar' launched to support children of women waste workers Marking World Recycling Day, Khaalisisi, in partnership with Coca-Cola Beverages Nepal, has launched “Samman Ghar”, a dedicated safe space for the children of women waste workers. Marking World Recycling Day, Khaalisisi, in partnership with Coca-Cola Beverages Nepal, has launched “Samman Ghar”, a dedicated safe space for the children of women waste workers. Nepal 20 Mar, 2026
Tourism Dept tightens rules for Spring 2026 mountaineering season Tourism Dept tightens rules for Spring 2026 mountaineering season The Department of Tourism has issued a circular directing all trekking agencies operating expeditions to strictly follow revised procedures for the Spring 2026 mountaineering season, aiming to enhance safety, coordination and administrative efficiency. The Department of Tourism has issued a circular directing all trekking agencies operating expeditions to strictly follow revised procedures for the Spring 2026 mountaineering season, aiming to enhance safety, coordination and administrative efficiency. Nepal 20 Mar, 2026
President Paudel receives election report President Paudel receives election report The Election Commission has handed over the House of Representatives results to President Ramchandra Paudel in the wake of successful election that took place on March 5, six months after Gen Z revolution. “The president received the election report today,” Ritesh Kumar Shakya, a spokesman for president’s office, told THT. The Election Commission has handed over the House of Representatives results to President Ramchandra Paudel in the wake of successful election that took place on March 5, six months after Gen Z revolution. “The president received the election report today,” Ritesh Kumar Shakya, a spokesman for president’s office, told THT. Nepal 20 Mar, 2026
CM Shah pledges early operation of Lamkichuha Province Hospital CM Shah pledges early operation of Lamkichuha Province Hospital CM Shah also urged the public to refrain from spreading misinformation about the hospital, which has been completed in Lamkichuha Municipality. CM Shah also urged the public to refrain from spreading misinformation about the hospital, which has been completed in Lamkichuha Municipality. Nepal 19 Mar, 2026
RPP unanimously elects Gyan Bahadur Shahi as Parliamentary Party Leader RPP unanimously elects Gyan Bahadur Shahi as Parliamentary Party Leader The Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) has unanimously selected Gyan Bahadur Shahi as the leader of its parliamentary party (PP). The Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) has unanimously selected Gyan Bahadur Shahi as the leader of its parliamentary party (PP). Nepal 19 Mar, 2026
NDRRMA issues three-day severe weather alert NDRRMA issues three-day severe weather alert Issuing a press release on Thursday, the NDRRMA called on everyone to remain alert. Issuing a press release on Thursday, the NDRRMA called on everyone to remain alert. Nepal 19 Mar, 2026
Toddler killed in school Bus accident in Sarlahi Toddler killed in school Bus accident in Sarlahi A two-year-old boy died after being hit by a school bus in Bagmati Municipality of Sarlahi on Thursday morning. A two-year-old boy died after being hit by a school bus in Bagmati Municipality of Sarlahi on Thursday morning. Nepal 19 Mar, 2026
Everest climbers must pay $600 Icefall fee, follow strict waste rules: SPCC Everest climbers must pay $600 Icefall fee, follow strict waste rules: SPCC The Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) has made it mandatory for all foreign climbers heading to Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse and Mt Nuptse to pay a Khumbu Icefall route fee and comply with strict waste management regulations at Everest Base Camp (EBC). The Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) has made it mandatory for all foreign climbers heading to Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse and Mt Nuptse to pay a Khumbu Icefall route fee and comply with strict waste management regulations at Everest Base Camp (EBC). Nepal 19 Mar, 2026
15 arrested with illegal drugs from various districts 15 arrested with illegal drugs from various districts Police have arrested 15 individuals from multiple districts in possession of illegal drugs, including brown sugar, गांजा (marijuana), and controlled substances. Police have arrested 15 individuals from multiple districts in possession of illegal drugs, including brown sugar, गांजा (marijuana), and controlled substances. Nepal 19 Mar, 2026
205 gharial crocodiles released into Rapti River 205 gharial crocodiles released into Rapti River A total of 205 gharial crocodiles reared at Chitwan National Park (CNP) have been released into the Rapti River in the current fiscal year, up from 133 last year. A total of 205 gharial crocodiles reared at Chitwan National Park (CNP) have been released into the Rapti River in the current fiscal year, up from 133 last year. Nepal 19 Mar, 2026
PM Karki expresses gratitude to NCP for election support PM Karki expresses gratitude to NCP for election support PM Karki also congratulated members of the delegation who were elected in the polls. PM Karki also congratulated members of the delegation who were elected in the polls. Nepal 18 Mar, 2026
Narrow escape as six injured in Khotang helicopter crash Narrow escape as six injured in Khotang helicopter crash Ward Chair Rai stated that the relatives on board the helicopter are safe. Ward Chair Rai stated that the relatives on board the helicopter are safe. Nepal 18 Mar, 2026
Update: Air Dynasty helicopter crash in Khotang; Pilot identified, injured airlifted to Kathmandu Update: Air Dynasty helicopter crash in Khotang; Pilot identified, injured airlifted... An Air Dynasty Heli Services helicopter that crash-landed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday was piloted by Captain Sabin Thapa (34), the company said in its latest update. An Air Dynasty Heli Services helicopter that crash-landed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday was piloted by Captain Sabin Thapa (34), the company said in its latest update. Nepal 18 Mar, 2026
Air Dynasty helicopter crashes in Khotang, one injured Air Dynasty helicopter crashes in Khotang, one injured A helicopter operated by Air Dynasty Heli Services crashed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday afternoon, leaving one person injured. A helicopter operated by Air Dynasty Heli Services crashed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday afternoon, leaving one person injured. Nepal 18 Mar, 2026
ANO pushes for identity cards for Nepali-Origin diaspora ANO pushes for identity cards for Nepali-Origin diaspora The delegation reaffirmed its commitment to uniting Nepali-origin communities worldwide and urged the government to consider their demands from the perspective of national interest. The delegation reaffirmed its commitment to uniting Nepali-origin communities worldwide and urged the government to consider their demands from the perspective of national interest. Nepal 17 Mar, 2026
Bridge connecting Rautahat and Sarlahi remains incomplete for 9 years Bridge connecting Rautahat and Sarlahi remains incomplete for 9 years The construction of a bridge over the Bagmati River linking Rautahat and Sarlahi districts has remained incomplete for nearly nine years, forcing thousands of local residents to cross the river through risky means every day. The construction of a bridge over the Bagmati River linking Rautahat and Sarlahi districts has remained incomplete for nearly nine years, forcing thousands of local residents to cross the river through risky means every day. Nepal 17 Mar, 2026
Kathmandu Two repatriated sacred antiquities handed over to Nepal, US reaffirms heritage partnership Nepal officially received two stolen cultural antiquities repatriated from the United States during a ceremony hosted by the Department of Archaeology on Monday, marking another milestone in bilateral efforts to protect Nepal's cultural heritage.
Nepal Nepal, Cambodia step up cooperation against human trafficking and online scam networks Nepal and Cambodia have reaffirmed their commitment to closer cooperation against human trafficking, cybercrime and online scam operations during a high-level bilateral meeting in Phnom Penh on Monday.
Kathmandu Security Printing Centre to print more national documents as govt eyes self-reliance Minister for Communications and Information Technology Dr. Bikram Timilsina has said the government is moving to develop the Security Printing Centre into a self-sufficient, professional and result-oriented institution, with a budget of Rs 220 million allocated for the upcoming fiscal year 2026/27.
Business NEPSE slides nearly 1% as daily turnover drops to Rs 3.55 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) index dropped 26.29 points (0.99 percent) on Monday to close at 2,627.11, as losses spread across all sectoral indices on the first trading day of the week.
Nepal Nepali diaspora gather in Germany to boost innovation and investment links with Nepal The second annual Nepali Roots Summit concluded in Munich, Germany, bringing together over 100 Nepali researchers, technology executives, engineers, entrepreneurs and community leaders to discuss ways to strengthen leadership, innovation and cross-border collaboration with Nepal.
Kathmandu Education officer arrested over public indecency allegation Police have arrested a government education officer after a woman accused him of exposing himself in a public place in Lalitpur, following the circulation of a video on social media.
Nepal Indian national arrested with over 102 kg of marijuana in Parsa Parsa Police have arrested an Indian citizen in possession of 102.636 kilograms of marijuana during a special operation in Jagarnathpur Rural Municipality.
Nepal Nine local govt launch agriculture credit fund to boost rural lending Nine local governments from Karnali, Sudurpashchim and Bagmati provinces have signed an agreement with the Deposit and Credit Guarantee Fund (DCGF) to establish a ring-fenced Agriculture Credit Guarantee Fund, a new financing mechanism designed to improve access to formal credit for farmers and agricultural enterprises.
Nepal Heavy security as Birgunj road-widening drive resumes The long-awaited road expansion drive in Birgunj resumed on Monday morning, with bulldozers moving in under heavy police protection to remove houses, shops and commercial structures built within the road's right of way.