Death toll rises to 19 in Dhading bus plunge; 25 injured Death toll rises to 19 in Dhading bus plunge; 25 injured The death toll from the tragic bus accident in Dhading has risen to 19, while 25 others remain injured. The death toll from the tragic bus accident in Dhading has risen to 19, while 25 others remain injured. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
TJF-SNF project supports families of deceased mountain workers TJF-SNF project supports families of deceased mountain workers A joint initiative of the US-based The Juniper Fund and the Shangri-La Nepal Foundation is providing livelihood and educational assistance to widows and children of Nepali mountain workers who lost their lives in the Himalayas. A joint initiative of the US-based The Juniper Fund and the Shangri-La Nepal Foundation is providing livelihood and educational assistance to widows and children of Nepali mountain workers who lost their lives in the Himalayas. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Peace rally held in Gaur's Sabgadha to restore communal harmony Peace rally held in Gaur's Sabgadha to restore communal harmony A peace and goodwill rally was organised in Sabgadha of Gaur Municipality-6 of Rautahat on Monday, following days of communal tension that gripped the area since Thursday night. A peace and goodwill rally was organised in Sabgadha of Gaur Municipality-6 of Rautahat on Monday, following days of communal tension that gripped the area since Thursday night. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
Dr Rajan Thapaliya appointed Assistant Dean at University of Fairfax Dr Rajan Thapaliya appointed Assistant Dean at University of Fairfax The University of Fairfax has appointed Dr Rajan Thapaliya as Assistant Dean of Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Information Technology, effective February 15, 2026. The University of Fairfax has appointed Dr Rajan Thapaliya as Assistant Dean of Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Information Technology, effective February 15, 2026. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
17, including two foreigners, killed in Trishuli bus plunge 17, including two foreigners, killed in Trishuli bus plunge At least 17 people, including two foreign nationals, were killed when a passenger bus plunged into the Trishuli River at Charaundi in Benighat Rorang Rural Municipality–7 of Dhading along the Prithvi Highway early Monday. At least 17 people, including two foreign nationals, were killed when a passenger bus plunged into the Trishuli River at Charaundi in Benighat Rorang Rural Municipality–7 of Dhading along the Prithvi Highway early Monday. Nepal 23 Feb, 2026
11 days to HoR elections: Voter education program continues in 6,743 wards 11 days to HoR elections: Voter education program continues in 6,743 wards The Election Commission (EC) continues its nationwide voter education program with the aim of promoting greater electoral participation and reducing the incidence of invalid votes. The Election Commission (EC) continues its nationwide voter education program with the aim of promoting greater electoral participation and reducing the incidence of invalid votes. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Light rain, snow forecast for Koshi, Gandaki, Bagmati Light rain, snow forecast for Koshi, Gandaki, Bagmati Mist is likely to occur during the morning hours in some parts of the Tarai region today. Mist is likely to occur during the morning hours in some parts of the Tarai region today. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
TJF-SNF project supports families of deceased mountain workers TJF-SNF project supports families of deceased mountain workers A joint initiative of the US-based The Juniper Fund and the Shangri-La Nepal Foundation is providing livelihood and educational assistance to widows and children of Nepali mountain workers who lost their lives in the Himalayas. A joint initiative of the US-based The Juniper Fund and the Shangri-La Nepal Foundation is providing livelihood and educational assistance to widows and children of Nepali mountain workers who lost their lives in the Himalayas. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
23 held, including sitting and former ward chairs, over Gaur unrest 23 held, including sitting and former ward chairs, over Gaur unrest Police have detained 23 individuals, including a sitting and a former ward chairperson, on charges of inciting communal tension in Gaur Municipality following an attack on a wedding procession last week. Police have detained 23 individuals, including a sitting and a former ward chairperson, on charges of inciting communal tension in Gaur Municipality following an attack on a wedding procession last week. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Five-point deal reached to restore calm in Gaur; Goodwill rally to be held on Monday Five-point deal reached to restore calm in Gaur; Goodwill rally to be held on Monday An all-party meeting convened at the District Administration Office Rautahat has reached a five-point agreement aimed at restoring peace in Sabgadha of Gaur Municipality-6, where communal tensions have persisted for the past two days. An all-party meeting convened at the District Administration Office Rautahat has reached a five-point agreement aimed at restoring peace in Sabgadha of Gaur Municipality-6, where communal tensions have persisted for the past two days. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Omnika Dangol summits Aconcagua, completes fifth of Seven Summits Omnika Dangol summits Aconcagua, completes fifth of Seven Summits Nepali mountaineer Omnika Dangol has successfully summited Aconcagua in Argentina, marking her fifth peak in the Seven Summits challenge. Nepali mountaineer Omnika Dangol has successfully summited Aconcagua in Argentina, marking her fifth peak in the Seven Summits challenge. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Health Ministry asks health institutions to submit details of Gen Z Movement injured by Feb 27 Health Ministry asks health institutions to submit details of Gen Z Movement injured... The Ministry of Health and Population has directed all hospitals and health institutions to submit details of individuals injured during the Gen Z Movement by February 27, setting the date as the final deadline to complete the listing and classification process. The Ministry of Health and Population has directed all hospitals and health institutions to submit details of individuals injured during the Gen Z Movement by February 27, setting the date as the final deadline to complete the listing and classification process. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
22 injured as bus crashes into electric pole in Makwanpur 22 injured as bus crashes into electric pole in Makwanpur At least 22 passengers were injured when a bus met with an accident along the East-West Highway at Bijauna in Manahari Rural Municipality-7 of Makwanpur district on Sunday morning. At least 22 passengers were injured when a bus met with an accident along the East-West Highway at Bijauna in Manahari Rural Municipality-7 of Makwanpur district on Sunday morning. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
20,000 campaign materials removed in Dhanusha for breaching poll code 20,000 campaign materials removed in Dhanusha for breaching poll code The District Administration Office Dhanusha has removed around 20,000 election publicity materials installed in violation of the code of conduct as campaigning intensifies for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. The District Administration Office Dhanusha has removed around 20,000 election publicity materials installed in violation of the code of conduct as campaigning intensifies for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
Gaur curfew enters second day with brief morning relaxation Gaur curfew enters second day with brief morning relaxation The indefinite curfew imposed across parts of Gaur Municipality in Rautahat district since Saturday afternoon continued into its second day on Sunday, with authorities granting residents a brief two-hour window in the morning for essential needs before reimposing restrictions. The indefinite curfew imposed across parts of Gaur Municipality in Rautahat district since Saturday afternoon continued into its second day on Sunday, with authorities granting residents a brief two-hour window in the morning for essential needs before reimposing restrictions. Nepal 22 Feb, 2026
PM Karki visits Maya Devi Temple PM Karki visits Maya Devi Temple Prime Minister Sushila Karki today offered prayers at the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Prime Minister Sushila Karki today offered prayers at the Maya Devi Temple in Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Buddha. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
Nepal promotes tourism potential in Toronto Nepal promotes tourism potential in Toronto The Embassy of Nepal, Ottawa, in partnership with the Nepal Tourism Board, organised a promotional event titled “Nepal Evening” in Toronto on February 19 to showcase Nepal’s tourism attractions and strengthen engagement with the Canadian travel market. The Embassy of Nepal, Ottawa, in partnership with the Nepal Tourism Board, organised a promotional event titled “Nepal Evening” in Toronto on February 19 to showcase Nepal’s tourism attractions and strengthen engagement with the Canadian travel market. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
Nepal wins two UNESCO Asia-Pacific heritage awards Nepal wins two UNESCO Asia-Pacific heritage awards Nepal has secured two Awards of Merit in the 2025 Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation announced by the UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok. Nepal has secured two Awards of Merit in the 2025 Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation announced by the UNESCO Regional Office in Bangkok. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
Curfew enforced in Gaur after tensions disrupt normal life Curfew enforced in Gaur after tensions disrupt normal life The District Administration Office Rautahat has imposed an indefinite curfew in parts of Gaur Municipality from 1:00 pm on Saturday following escalating tensions between two local communities. The District Administration Office Rautahat has imposed an indefinite curfew in parts of Gaur Municipality from 1:00 pm on Saturday following escalating tensions between two local communities. Nepal 21 Feb, 2026
International Mother Language Day today International Mother Language Day today International Mother Language Day is being observed today across the world to promote unity in diversity and international understanding, through multilingualism and multiculturalism. International Mother Language Day is being observed today across the world to promote unity in diversity and international understanding, through multilingualism and multiculturalism. Nepal 21 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.
