Free and fair elections vital to democracy, says Minister Khanal Free and fair elections vital to democracy, says Minister Khanal Minister Khanal stressed that free and fair elections are imperative, adding that the government remains fully committed to ensuring their integrity. Minister Khanal stressed that free and fair elections are imperative, adding that the government remains fully committed to ensuring their integrity. Nepal 10 Feb, 2026
10 victims identified in Ramechhap bus accident 10 victims identified in Ramechhap bus accident Authorities have identified 10 of the 12 people who lost their lives in a bus accident that occurred early Monday at Masantar, Manthali Municipality-6, in Ramechhap. Authorities have identified 10 of the 12 people who lost their lives in a bus accident that occurred early Monday at Masantar, Manthali Municipality-6, in Ramechhap. Nepal 10 Feb, 2026
Over 10 dead as bus plunges into Tamakoshi River in Ramechhap Over 10 dead as bus plunges into Tamakoshi River in Ramechhap At least 10 people were killed when a passenger bus plunged into the Tamakoshi River in Ramechhap district on Tuesday, with some reports putting the death toll as high as 12. At least 10 people were killed when a passenger bus plunged into the Tamakoshi River in Ramechhap district on Tuesday, with some reports putting the death toll as high as 12. Nepal 10 Feb, 2026
NA retracts bill on social network use NA retracts bill on social network use The National Assembly (NA) has unanimously passed a decision to withdraw a bill on social networks use and management. The National Assembly (NA) has unanimously passed a decision to withdraw a bill on social networks use and management. Nepal 09 Feb, 2026
Two virgin peaks conquered in Upper Mustang Himal Two virgin peaks conquered in Upper Mustang Himal A joint expedition led by renowned Chinese mountaineer He Jing, along with Nepali climbers from Seven Summit Treks (SST), has completed the first ascents of two previously unclimbed peaks in the Mustang Himal Range of Upper Mustang. A joint expedition led by renowned Chinese mountaineer He Jing, along with Nepali climbers from Seven Summit Treks (SST), has completed the first ascents of two previously unclimbed peaks in the Mustang Himal Range of Upper Mustang. Nepal 09 Feb, 2026
Infrastructures development face systemic problems: NC President Thapa Infrastructures development face systemic problems: NC President Thapa Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has blamed the systemic problems for a slow progress in infrastructures development. Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has blamed the systemic problems for a slow progress in infrastructures development. Nepal 09 Feb, 2026
SC declines interim order in Resham Chaudhary's petition SC declines interim order in Resham Chaudhary's petition The Supreme Court (SC) has denied an interim order on a writ petition filed by Resham Lal Chaudhary, patron of the Nagarik Unmukti Party Nepal. The Supreme Court (SC) has denied an interim order on a writ petition filed by Resham Lal Chaudhary, patron of the Nagarik Unmukti Party Nepal. Nepal 09 Feb, 2026
Three youths from Khotang dead, one missing in coal mine blast in India's Meghalaya Three youths from Khotang dead, one missing in coal mine blast in India's Meghalaya Three youths from a same village in Khotang district died and next one is still missing after an explosion at an illegally-run coal mine in Meghalaya, India. It is said that a Nepali from Khotang district is missing and two others were critically injured in the coal mine blast. Three youths from a same village in Khotang district died and next one is still missing after an explosion at an illegally-run coal mine in Meghalaya, India. It is said that a Nepali from Khotang district is missing and two others were critically injured in the coal mine blast. Nepal 09 Feb, 2026
Political stability vital for sustainable development and social justice: President Paudel Political stability vital for sustainable development and social justice: President... President Ramchandra Paudel has said that political stability is essential for sustainable development, prosperity and social justice. President Ramchandra Paudel has said that political stability is essential for sustainable development, prosperity and social justice. Nepal 08 Feb, 2026
Israeli optometrists provide free eyeglasses to Pokhara residents Israeli optometrists provide free eyeglasses to Pokhara residents Hundreds of residents from remote villages around Ghatichhina in Pokhara have received prescription eyeglasses under a humanitarian initiative facilitated by the Embassy of Israel in Nepal. Hundreds of residents from remote villages around Ghatichhina in Pokhara have received prescription eyeglasses under a humanitarian initiative facilitated by the Embassy of Israel in Nepal. Nepal 07 Feb, 2026
Veteran Actor Sunil Thapa dies at 68 Veteran Actor Sunil Thapa dies at 68 Veteran actor Sunil Thapa passed away on Friday at the age of 68 after suffering a heart attack, according to the Film Artists Association. Veteran actor Sunil Thapa passed away on Friday at the age of 68 after suffering a heart attack, according to the Film Artists Association. Nepal 07 Feb, 2026
Home Minister directs enhanced security for upcoming election Home Minister directs enhanced security for upcoming election Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has instructed security agencies to ensure smart, effective and robust security arrangements for the upcoming election. Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has instructed security agencies to ensure smart, effective and robust security arrangements for the upcoming election. Nepal 06 Feb, 2026
EC monitoring media contents: Acting CEC Bhandari EC monitoring media contents: Acting CEC Bhandari Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has urged the media to publish and disseminate fair news without being biased while making news related to election to the House of Representatives. Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has urged the media to publish and disseminate fair news without being biased while making news related to election to the House of Representatives. Nepal 06 Feb, 2026
Baitadi bus accident death toll rises to 13 Baitadi bus accident death toll rises to 13 The death toll in the Baitadi bus accident has risen to 13 after five injured passengers succumbed to their injuries at Dadeldhura Hospital, police said. The death toll in the Baitadi bus accident has risen to 13 after five injured passengers succumbed to their injuries at Dadeldhura Hospital, police said. Nepal 06 Feb, 2026
Make election human rights-friendly: NHRC Make election human rights-friendly: NHRC The election is scheduled to take place on March 5. The election is scheduled to take place on March 5. Nepal 05 Feb, 2026
Nepal Telecom's role in economic prosperity laudable: Home Minister Aryal Nepal Telecom's role in economic prosperity laudable: Home Minister Aryal Minister for Home Affairs Om Prakash Aryal has lauded Nepal Telecom’s role in promoting economic prosperity by expanding access to communication services across the country. Minister for Home Affairs Om Prakash Aryal has lauded Nepal Telecom’s role in promoting economic prosperity by expanding access to communication services across the country. Nepal 05 Feb, 2026
Third International Buddhist Conference to be held in Lumbini Third International Buddhist Conference to be held in Lumbini The Third International Buddhist Conference is being held in Lumbini on coming Baisakh Purnima. The Third International Buddhist Conference is being held in Lumbini on coming Baisakh Purnima. Nepal 05 Feb, 2026
All election campaign spending to go through banks as HoR polls near All election campaign spending to go through banks as HoR polls near With 28 days remaining for the House of Representatives elections, the Election Commission has made it mandatory for political parties and candidates to conduct all election campaign-related financial transactions through bank accounts. With 28 days remaining for the House of Representatives elections, the Election Commission has made it mandatory for political parties and candidates to conduct all election campaign-related financial transactions through bank accounts. Nepal 05 Feb, 2026
Turkish Airlines flight diverts to Kolkata after engine fire warning Turkish Airlines flight diverts to Kolkata after engine fire warning A Turkish Airlines flight was safely diverted to Kolkata, India, on Wednesday after a fire warning was detected in its right engine. A Turkish Airlines flight was safely diverted to Kolkata, India, on Wednesday after a fire warning was detected in its right engine. Nepal 04 Feb, 2026
EC signs MoU with TikTok to curb election misinformation EC signs MoU with TikTok to curb election misinformation On the occasion, EC Joint-Secretary and Spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai and TikTok’s Head of Public Policy and Government Relations, Ferdous Al Mottakin, exchanged the MoU. On the occasion, EC Joint-Secretary and Spokesperson Narayan Prasad Bhattarai and TikTok’s Head of Public Policy and Government Relations, Ferdous Al Mottakin, exchanged the MoU. Nepal 04 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.
