Government invests over Rs 930 billion in different public entities Government invests over Rs 930 billion in different public entities The government has invested Rs 930.88 billion in the form of shares and loan in 159 different public corporations and bodies till fiscal year 2024/25. The government has invested Rs 930.88 billion in the form of shares and loan in 159 different public corporations and bodies till fiscal year 2024/25. Nepal 05 Dec, 2025
International Volunteer Day and World Soil Day being observed today International Volunteer Day and World Soil Day being observed today International Volunteer Day (IVD) and World Soil Day, are being observed globally every year on December 5 at the call of the United Nations. International Volunteer Day (IVD) and World Soil Day, are being observed globally every year on December 5 at the call of the United Nations. Nepal 05 Dec, 2025
EC calls for applications under proportional representation category EC calls for applications under proportional representation category The Election Commission (EC) has called on political parties wishing to contest the proportional representation (PR) category for the March 5 House of Representatives election to submit their applications between December 7 and 9, from 10 am to 4 pm. The Election Commission (EC) has called on political parties wishing to contest the proportional representation (PR) category for the March 5 House of Representatives election to submit their applications between December 7 and 9, from 10 am to 4 pm. Nepal 05 Dec, 2025
PM Karki calls all-party meeting for 4pm today PM Karki calls all-party meeting for 4pm today Prime Minister Sushila Karki has called an all-side meeting for 4 pm today to discuss preparations for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, according to the PM’s Secretariat. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has called an all-side meeting for 4 pm today to discuss preparations for the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5, according to the PM’s Secretariat. Nepal 05 Dec, 2025
Talent showcase for persons with disabilities held in Biratnagar on International Disability Day Talent showcase for persons with disabilities held in Biratnagar on International... A province-level talent showcase highlighting the artistic and creative abilities of persons with disabilities was held in Biratnagar on Wednesday to mark the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities. A province-level talent showcase highlighting the artistic and creative abilities of persons with disabilities was held in Biratnagar on Wednesday to mark the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Nepal 05 Dec, 2025
UN minority rights expert Nicolas Levrat visiting Nepal from Dec 4–13 UN minority rights expert Nicolas Levrat visiting Nepal from Dec 4–13 UN Special Rapporteur on minority issues Nicolas Levrat has begun an official visit to Nepal, scheduled from 4 to 13 December 2025, to assess the situation of national, ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities in the country. UN Special Rapporteur on minority issues Nicolas Levrat has begun an official visit to Nepal, scheduled from 4 to 13 December 2025, to assess the situation of national, ethnic, religious and linguistic minorities in the country. Nepal 05 Dec, 2025
Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane project reaches 76% physical progress Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane project reaches 76% physical progress The Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane road project has achieved 76 per cent physical progress along the 65-kilometre stretch, according to the Narayanghat–Butwal Road Project (Eastern Section) Office. The Narayanghat–Butwal four-lane road project has achieved 76 per cent physical progress along the 65-kilometre stretch, according to the Narayanghat–Butwal Road Project (Eastern Section) Office. Nepal 04 Dec, 2025
Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang up by 10.6% in 2025 Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang up by 10.6% in 2025 Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang have increased by 10.61 percent in the first 11 months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Area Office in Jomsom. Foreign tourist arrivals in Mustang have increased by 10.61 percent in the first 11 months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Area Office in Jomsom. Nepal 04 Dec, 2025
Former lawmakers urge govt to advance Budhigandaki as multi-purpose project Former lawmakers urge govt to advance Budhigandaki as multi-purpose project Former lawmakers from Gorkha and Dhading, along with the Budhigandaki Concern Committee, have submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Sushila Karki urging the government to develop the Budhigandaki project as a multi-purpose national pride project, not just a hydropower scheme. Former lawmakers from Gorkha and Dhading, along with the Budhigandaki Concern Committee, have submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Sushila Karki urging the government to develop the Budhigandaki project as a multi-purpose national pride project, not just a hydropower scheme. Nepal 04 Dec, 2025
Gold price drops by Rs 800, returns to Tuesday's level Gold price drops by Rs 800, returns to Tuesday's level Gold price in the domestic market fell by Rs 800 per tola on Thursday, dipping back to the rate recorded two days earlier. Gold price in the domestic market fell by Rs 800 per tola on Thursday, dipping back to the rate recorded two days earlier. Nepal 04 Dec, 2025
UML loses all key positions in Madhes Province UML loses all key positions in Madhes Province The CPN-UML, the largest political party in the Madhes provincial assembly, has lost all of its powerful positions in less than a month. The CPN-UML, the largest political party in the Madhes provincial assembly, has lost all of its powerful positions in less than a month. Nepal 04 Dec, 2025
Udhauli, Yomari Punhi being observed today Udhauli, Yomari Punhi being observed today The country today is observing two major cultural festivals, Yomari Punhi of the Newar community and Udhauli of the Kirant community, both celebrated during the winter season and closely linked with harvest traditions. The country today is observing two major cultural festivals, Yomari Punhi of the Newar community and Udhauli of the Kirant community, both celebrated during the winter season and closely linked with harvest traditions. Nepal 04 Dec, 2025
World Peace Event III to bring over 10,000 participants to Lumbini and Ramagrama World Peace Event III to bring over 10,000 participants to Lumbini and Ramagrama More than 10,000 participants including global leaders, scholars, artists, youth and community representatives are set to gather in Lumbini and Ramagrama for World Peace Event III, scheduled for December 10–12 under the theme “Peace for a Prosperous Future.” More than 10,000 participants including global leaders, scholars, artists, youth and community representatives are set to gather in Lumbini and Ramagrama for World Peace Event III, scheduled for December 10–12 under the theme “Peace for a Prosperous Future.” Nepal 04 Dec, 2025
PM Karki Holds Telephonic Conversation with Sri Lankan Counterpart PM Karki Holds Telephonic Conversation with Sri Lankan Counterpart The telephone conversation took place at approximately 8:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The telephone conversation took place at approximately 8:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Nepal 03 Dec, 2025
Madhesh Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav resigns Madhesh Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav resigns Madhesh Province Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav stepped down on Tuesday after the Supreme Court ordered him to seek a vote of confidence within 24 hours, a requirement he acknowledged he could not meet. Madhesh Province Chief Minister Saroj Kumar Yadav stepped down on Tuesday after the Supreme Court ordered him to seek a vote of confidence within 24 hours, a requirement he acknowledged he could not meet. Nepal 03 Dec, 2025
United Sherpa Association launches two major infrastructure projects in New York United Sherpa Association launches two major infrastructure projects in New York The United Sherpa Association (U.S.A.) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York has officially announced the launch of two significant long-term structural projects aimed at strengthening cultural preservation, religious practice, social inclusion, and infrastructure development for the Sherpa community in USA. The United Sherpa Association (U.S.A.) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York has officially announced the launch of two significant long-term structural projects aimed at strengthening cultural preservation, religious practice, social inclusion, and infrastructure development for the Sherpa community in USA. Nepal 03 Dec, 2025
Three held with 118 fake Rs 1,000 notes in Rautahat Three held with 118 fake Rs 1,000 notes in Rautahat Police have arrested three individuals with a large cache of counterfeit currency from Latmari Tol in Ishnath Municipality-4, in Rautahat on Tuesday afternoon. Police have arrested three individuals with a large cache of counterfeit currency from Latmari Tol in Ishnath Municipality-4, in Rautahat on Tuesday afternoon. Nepal 03 Dec, 2025
Banana farming in Chitwan reports TR4 infection Banana farming in Chitwan reports TR4 infection Banana farming in Chitwan has come under attack from a banana disease identified as Tropical Race 4 (TR4), a new variant of Panama disease. Banana farming in Chitwan has come under attack from a banana disease identified as Tropical Race 4 (TR4), a new variant of Panama disease. Nepal 03 Dec, 2025
Nepal marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities with calls for inclusion and accessible infrastructure Nepal marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities with calls for inclusion... The 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) is being marked across the country with rallies, public events and renewed calls for inclusive policies across all levels of government. The 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) is being marked across the country with rallies, public events and renewed calls for inclusive policies across all levels of government. Nepal 03 Dec, 2025
PM Karki vows inclusive development for persons with disabilities PM Karki vows inclusive development for persons with disabilities Prime Minister Sushila Karki has pledged to prioritize health, education, employment and social security for persons with disabilities as part of Nepal’s inclusive development agenda. Prime Minister Sushila Karki has pledged to prioritize health, education, employment and social security for persons with disabilities as part of Nepal’s inclusive development agenda. Nepal 03 Dec, 2025
Nepal 350 cases of violations of child rights reported during, after HoR elections-2026: study shows A total of 350 cases of violations of child rights were reported during and after the House of Representatives (HoR) Elections 2026, according to a study report.
Environment UN report flags gender inequality in global water access A new United Nations report has warned that gender inequality continues to exacerbate the global water crisis, disproportionately affecting women and girls.
Business Proton e.MAS launches three-day exchange scheme in Kathmandu Proton e.MAS has announced a three-day ‘Sales and Exchange for Excellence’ scheme in Kathmandu, offering customers an opportunity to trade in old vehicles at higher-than-market valuations.
Business Ramesh Corp marks 6th Founder's Day with employee carnival Ramesh Corp celebrated its sixth Founder’s Day with a carnival-style event at Godawari Village Resort, bringing together employees in a day-long programme focused on unity and shared purpose.
Environment Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country.
Nepal 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.
Kathmandu Eid al-Fitr enriches sense of mutual harmony and unity: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki wished that may the festival of Eid al-Fitr contribute to the country's prosperity and stability by enriching mutual respect, harmony and collaboration.
Nepal 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.
Nepal 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.
