Bishnu Prasad Paudel unveils comprehensive plan for Rupandehi's development Bishnu Prasad Paudel unveils comprehensive plan for Rupandehi's development Bishnu Prasad Paudel, who filed his candidacy from Rupandehi-2, has pledged to pursue physical and human development simultaneously. Bishnu Prasad Paudel, who filed his candidacy from Rupandehi-2, has pledged to pursue physical and human development simultaneously. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
Light rain and snowfall likely today Light rain and snowfall likely today The westerly low-pressure system currently exerts a partial influence over the country, the Weather Forecasting Division stated. The westerly low-pressure system currently exerts a partial influence over the country, the Weather Forecasting Division stated. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
EC launches TikTok video contest for HoR election awareness EC launches TikTok video contest for HoR election awareness The Election Commission (EC) is set to utilise the popular social media platform TikTok for election publicity. The Election Commission (EC) is set to utilise the popular social media platform TikTok for election publicity. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
PM Karki visits Muktinath, directs officials to ensure free and fair polls PM Karki visits Muktinath, directs officials to ensure free and fair polls Prime Minister Sushila Karki visited the revered Muktinath Temple in Baragung Muktikshetra–1 on Thursday and instructed district officials to ensure the upcoming elections are conducted in a free, fair and peaceful manner. Prime Minister Sushila Karki visited the revered Muktinath Temple in Baragung Muktikshetra–1 on Thursday and instructed district officials to ensure the upcoming elections are conducted in a free, fair and peaceful manner. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
Nepal inaugurates Embassy Chancery in Lisbon Nepal inaugurates Embassy Chancery in Lisbon Nepal has inaugurated the Chancery of its Embassy in Portugal, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations between the two countries. Nepal has inaugurated the Chancery of its Embassy in Portugal, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations between the two countries. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
World Social Justice Day being observed today World Social Justice Day being observed today The World Social Justice Day is being observed with diverse programmes in various countries today. The World Social Justice Day is being observed with diverse programmes in various countries today. Nepal 20 Feb, 2026
CPN (UML) unveils its election manifesto CPN (UML) unveils its election manifesto The Communist Party of Nepal (UML) has unveiled its manifesto for the upcoming House of Representatives elections. The Communist Party of Nepal (UML) has unveiled its manifesto for the upcoming House of Representatives elections. Nepal 19 Feb, 2026
NC-Led 2046–2051 Period Was Nepal's 'Golden Era': Gagan Thapa NC-Led 2046–2051 Period Was Nepal's 'Golden Era': Gagan Thapa NC President Thapa further remarked that the nation must now chart a clear course toward greater economic prosperity. NC President Thapa further remarked that the nation must now chart a clear course toward greater economic prosperity. Nepal 19 Feb, 2026
Two killed, two injured in Sarlahi road accident Two killed, two injured in Sarlahi road accident Two youths have died and two others injured in a road accident that took place in Khila in Ishworpur Municipality of the district. Two youths have died and two others injured in a road accident that took place in Khila in Ishworpur Municipality of the district. Nepal 19 Feb, 2026
Democracy Day being observed today; Leaders call for unity, good governance Democracy Day being observed today; Leaders call for unity, good governance The 76th National Democracy Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes and formal ceremonies organised nationwide to commemorate the historic restoration of democracy. The 76th National Democracy Day is being observed across the country today with various programmes and formal ceremonies organised nationwide to commemorate the historic restoration of democracy. Nepal 19 Feb, 2026
360,000 students to sit Grade 12 exams from Baisakh 14 360,000 students to sit Grade 12 exams from Baisakh 14 The National Examinations Board (NEB) has announced that this year’s Grade 12 examinations will commence from Baisakh 14, with around 360,000 regular students set to appear nationwide. The National Examinations Board (NEB) has announced that this year’s Grade 12 examinations will commence from Baisakh 14, with around 360,000 regular students set to appear nationwide. Nepal 18 Feb, 2026
Nepal, India sign Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement on Criminal Matters Nepal, India sign Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement on Criminal Matters An agreement has been reached between Nepal and India on mutual legal assistance on criminal matters. An agreement has been reached between Nepal and India on mutual legal assistance on criminal matters. Nepal 18 Feb, 2026
Gyalpo Lhosar being celebrated today Gyalpo Lhosar being celebrated today Gyalpo Lhosar, the New Year festival of the Sherpa community, is being observed across Nepal today with cultural programmes, religious rituals and the exchange of greetings, as national leaders extended their best wishes on the occasion. Gyalpo Lhosar, the New Year festival of the Sherpa community, is being observed across Nepal today with cultural programmes, religious rituals and the exchange of greetings, as national leaders extended their best wishes on the occasion. Nepal 18 Feb, 2026
Modern agriculture key to progress: Minister Pariyar Modern agriculture key to progress: Minister Pariyar Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Dr Madan Pariyar, has said government had aimed at increasing production through modern agricultural practices, which, he argued, would ensure better income to farmers as well. Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Dr Madan Pariyar, has said government had aimed at increasing production through modern agricultural practices, which, he argued, would ensure better income to farmers as well. Nepal 18 Feb, 2026
Bhojpur Issues Citizenship ID Card in Mother's Name for the First Time Bhojpur Issues Citizenship ID Card in Mother's Name for the First Time The District Administration Office (DAO), Bhojpur, on Tuesday issued a citizenship identity card in the name of a mother for the first time in the district’s history. The District Administration Office (DAO), Bhojpur, on Tuesday issued a citizenship identity card in the name of a mother for the first time in the district’s history. Nepal 17 Feb, 2026
Dreams become reality as Gurkha soldiers complete Attestation Parade Dreams become reality as Gurkha soldiers complete Attestation Parade Soldiers of the Queen’s Gurkha Signals have successfully completed their Attestation parade, marking the culmination of one of the most demanding military selection and training processes in the world. Soldiers of the Queen’s Gurkha Signals have successfully completed their Attestation parade, marking the culmination of one of the most demanding military selection and training processes in the world. Nepal 17 Feb, 2026
Shree Airlines flight returns to Kathmandu after failed night landing in Dhangadhi Shree Airlines flight returns to Kathmandu after failed night landing in Dhangadhi A Shree Airlines aircraft bound for Dhangadhi returned to Kathmandu shortly after midnight on Monday after repeated attempts to land at Dhangadhi Airport failed. A Shree Airlines aircraft bound for Dhangadhi returned to Kathmandu shortly after midnight on Monday after repeated attempts to land at Dhangadhi Airport failed. Nepal 17 Feb, 2026
Kaski Court halts proceedings against Rabi Lamichhane pending Supreme Court order Kaski Court halts proceedings against Rabi Lamichhane pending Supreme Court order The Kaski District Court has decided not to proceed with immediate hearings in the organised crime and money laundering case against Rabi Lamichhane, President of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), pending a ruling from the Supreme Court. The Kaski District Court has decided not to proceed with immediate hearings in the organised crime and money laundering case against Rabi Lamichhane, President of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), pending a ruling from the Supreme Court. Nepal 17 Feb, 2026
Woman found murdered in Rautahat; husband absconding Woman found murdered in Rautahat; husband absconding A woman was found murdered in Petbharwa village, Fatuwa Bijaypur Municipality of Rautahat, on Sunday A woman was found murdered in Petbharwa village, Fatuwa Bijaypur Municipality of Rautahat, on Sunday Nepal 16 Feb, 2026
Four arrested with brown sugar in Rautahat Four arrested with brown sugar in Rautahat Rautahat Police have arrested four individuals from Chandranigahpur on charges of involvement in the illegal trade of brown sugar. Rautahat Police have arrested four individuals from Chandranigahpur on charges of involvement in the illegal trade of brown sugar. Nepal 16 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.
