Energy Minister Ghising calls for prioritizing solar energy Energy Minister Ghising calls for prioritizing solar energy Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Kul Man Ghising, has underscored the need to prioritize solar energy in the coming days. Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Kul Man Ghising, has underscored the need to prioritize solar energy in the coming days. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Curfew lifted in Birgunj after all-party meeting reaches consensus Curfew lifted in Birgunj after all-party meeting reaches consensus Following the consensus reached at the meeting convened today under the leadership of the District Administration Office (DAO) of Parsa, the curfew imposed since Monday was lifted at 3:30 pm today. Following the consensus reached at the meeting convened today under the leadership of the District Administration Office (DAO) of Parsa, the curfew imposed since Monday was lifted at 3:30 pm today. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Pokhara rolls out QR-based storytelling at 24 tourist sites Pokhara rolls out QR-based storytelling at 24 tourist sites The Pokhara Tourism Council (PTC) has launched a QR-based digital storytelling system at 24 major tourist destinations across Pokhara, allowing visitors to access site-specific information by scanning QR codes. The Pokhara Tourism Council (PTC) has launched a QR-based digital storytelling system at 24 major tourist destinations across Pokhara, allowing visitors to access site-specific information by scanning QR codes. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Cyber Bureau busts major online scam targeting over 70,000 users Cyber Bureau busts major online scam targeting over 70,000 users The Cyber Bureau of Nepal Police has arrested 11 individuals, including a Chinese national, for their alleged involvement in a large-scale online scam operated through the “SMC” mobile application, which targeted more than 70,000 people nationwide. The Cyber Bureau of Nepal Police has arrested 11 individuals, including a Chinese national, for their alleged involvement in a large-scale online scam operated through the “SMC” mobile application, which targeted more than 70,000 people nationwide. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Wild elephant found dead in Jhapa Wild elephant found dead in Jhapa A wild elephant was found dead at Dandagaun of Buddhashanti rural municipality-3 in Jhapa district this morning. A wild elephant was found dead at Dandagaun of Buddhashanti rural municipality-3 in Jhapa district this morning. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Over 526,000 receive police clearance certificates this fiscal year Over 526,000 receive police clearance certificates this fiscal year Nepal Police has issued police clearance certificates to 526,355 individuals through online services so far in the current fiscal year, from mid-July to January 4, according to official data. Nepal Police has issued police clearance certificates to 526,355 individuals through online services so far in the current fiscal year, from mid-July to January 4, according to official data. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Schools closed for three days in Kanchanpur due to cold wave Schools closed for three days in Kanchanpur due to cold wave Three local levels in Kanchanpur district have shut all academic institutions for three days as a precaution against excessive cold. Three local levels in Kanchanpur district have shut all academic institutions for three days as a precaution against excessive cold. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
Curfew in Birgunj extended till 1 pm Curfew in Birgunj extended till 1 pm The District Administration Office (DAO), Parsa, has extended the curfew in Birgunj Metropolitan City until 1:00 pm on Tuesday. The District Administration Office (DAO), Parsa, has extended the curfew in Birgunj Metropolitan City until 1:00 pm on Tuesday. Nepal 06 Jan, 2026
District Administration imposes curfew in Birgunj District Administration imposes curfew in Birgunj The District Administration Office, Parsa, has imposed a curfew in Birgunj Metropolitan City, effective from 6:00 pm today until 8:00 am tomorrow. The District Administration Office, Parsa, has imposed a curfew in Birgunj Metropolitan City, effective from 6:00 pm today until 8:00 am tomorrow. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Motorcyclist killed in EV van collision on Postal Highway in Rautahat Motorcyclist killed in EV van collision on Postal Highway in Rautahat A motorcyclist was killed after an electric van collided with a motorcycle at Bhuwali Chowk along the Postal Highway in Rautahat on Monday morning. A motorcyclist was killed after an electric van collided with a motorcycle at Bhuwali Chowk along the Postal Highway in Rautahat on Monday morning. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Bhimphedi jeep accident: Identities of five deceased persons established Bhimphedi jeep accident: Identities of five deceased persons established Identities of five out of six persons deceased in the Bhimphedi jeep accident have been established so far. Identities of five out of six persons deceased in the Bhimphedi jeep accident have been established so far. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Nepal Embassy in London warns Nepalis against UK job scam Nepal Embassy in London warns Nepalis against UK job scam The Embassy of Nepal in London has urged Nepali citizens to remain alert amid a rise in fraud cases involving fake UK work permit offers. The Embassy of Nepal in London has urged Nepali citizens to remain alert amid a rise in fraud cases involving fake UK work permit offers. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
EC appoints Chief Returning Officers for March 5 HoR elections EC appoints Chief Returning Officers for March 5 HoR elections The Election Commission (EC) has appointed Chief Returning Officers and Returning Officers in all 77 districts to conduct the upcoming elections to the House of Representatives (HoR), scheduled for March 5. The Election Commission (EC) has appointed Chief Returning Officers and Returning Officers in all 77 districts to conduct the upcoming elections to the House of Representatives (HoR), scheduled for March 5. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Govt warns of action to those unsettling religious tolerance Govt warns of action to those unsettling religious tolerance The government has warned of legal action to the persons and groups attempting to unsettle religious tolerance. The government has warned of legal action to the persons and groups attempting to unsettle religious tolerance. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
More than 140 kg of marijuana seized in separate Sarlahi incidents More than 140 kg of marijuana seized in separate Sarlahi incidents Security forces seized more than 140 kilograms of marijuana in two separate operations in Sarlahi district early Sunday, intercepting Indian-registered vehicles and arresting one suspect, authorities said. Security forces seized more than 140 kilograms of marijuana in two separate operations in Sarlahi district early Sunday, intercepting Indian-registered vehicles and arresting one suspect, authorities said. Nepal 05 Jan, 2026
Madhes Province lagging behind in education, says Minister Mahabir Pun Madhes Province lagging behind in education, says Minister Mahabir Pun Minister for Education, Science and Technology Mahabir Pun has expressed concern over Madhes Province lagging behind in the education sector. Minister for Education, Science and Technology Mahabir Pun has expressed concern over Madhes Province lagging behind in the education sector. Nepal 04 Jan, 2026
Forest guard brutally murdered in Sarlahi, one arrested Forest guard brutally murdered in Sarlahi, one arrested Police have taken one person into custody in connection with the brutal murder of a forest guard whose head was severed and remains missing in Sarlahi district, authorities said. Police have taken one person into custody in connection with the brutal murder of a forest guard whose head was severed and remains missing in Sarlahi district, authorities said. Nepal 04 Jan, 2026
EC bans use of children in election campaigns under code of conduct EC bans use of children in election campaigns under code of conduct The Election Commission (EC) has strictly prohibited the use of children in any form of election campaigning under the code of conduct issued for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. The Election Commission (EC) has strictly prohibited the use of children in any form of election campaigning under the code of conduct issued for the House of Representatives elections scheduled for March 5. Nepal 04 Jan, 2026
Police seize 115 illegal firearms in Myagdi during month-long operation Police seize 115 illegal firearms in Myagdi during month-long operation Police in Myagdi have confiscated 115 illegal firearms in a month-long security operation, marking the highest-ever seizure of unlicensed guns in the district. Police in Myagdi have confiscated 115 illegal firearms in a month-long security operation, marking the highest-ever seizure of unlicensed guns in the district. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
Ministry continues monitoring of colleges with foreign affiliation Ministry continues monitoring of colleges with foreign affiliation The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has continued a monitoring of higher educational institutions that are affiliated with foreign academic. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has continued a monitoring of higher educational institutions that are affiliated with foreign academic. Nepal 03 Jan, 2026
Nepal Services disrupted in Budhiganga Municipality as seven employees suspended Service delivery at Budhiganga Municipality in Bajura has come to a standstill after seven employees were suspended in connection with a corruption case related to the construction of the municipal administrative building.
Nepal President Paudel, Japanese PM Takaichi hold talks in Tokyo Prime Minister of Japan Sanae Takaichi held a meeting with President of Nepal Ramchandra Paudel in Tokyo on Tuesday evening during the latter’s official working visit to Japan.
Health HPV vaccination campaign against cervical cancer begins nationwide The Child Health and Immunization Service Section under the Family Welfare Division of the Ministry of Health and Population has announced the launch of a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign to prevent cervical cancer.
Nepal One dead, three injured in Sarlahi car accident One person was killed and three others injured when a car met with an accident in Banke Jungle of Sarlahi along the East–West Highway early Wednesday morning.
Nepal PM initiates steps to address health insurance concerns Prime Minister Sushila Karki has initiated efforts to address growing public concerns related to the health insurance scheme.
Nepal More women than men in PR closed list for HoR elections With 29 days remaining until the House of Representatives (HoR) elections, political parties have submitted closed lists for the proportional representation (PR) system showing a higher number of women candidates than men.
Business Gold up Rs 14,400 per tola, silver gains Rs 265 Gold price in the domestic market rebounded strongly on Wednesday after days of decline, rising by Rs 14,400 per tola.
Environment Fog in Terai, light snowfall possible in high hills Fog and mist are likely in parts of the Terai region today, while high hilly and Himalayan areas of Koshi, Bagmati, and Gandaki Provinces will remain generally cloudy, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division (MFD).
Nepal Interim government withdraws contentious Social Media Bill 2025 The interim government has decided to withdraw one of the most contentious bills proposed by the previous KP Sharma Oli administration, the Social Media Act Bill 2025
