China launches Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with 1 of 3 astronauts set for yearlong stay China launches Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with 1 of 3 astronauts set for yearlong stay China launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft Sunday night with three astronauts heading to its space station, including one set to stay in space for a year. China launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft Sunday night with three astronauts heading to its space station, including one set to stay in space for a year. Science and Tech 26 May, 2026
New IT curriculum being developed to produce industry-ready professionals New IT curriculum being developed to produce industry-ready professionals The Nepal Association for Software and IT Services Companies (NAS-IT), the apex body representing Nepal’s IT and software companies, is developing a new bachelor-level IT curriculum aimed at producing industry-ready professionals aligned with market demands. The Nepal Association for Software and IT Services Companies (NAS-IT), the apex body representing Nepal’s IT and software companies, is developing a new bachelor-level IT curriculum aimed at producing industry-ready professionals aligned with market demands. Science and Tech 19 May, 2026
Nepal Startup Innovation Hackathon 2026 concludes, Team Nova wins top prize Nepal Startup Innovation Hackathon 2026 concludes, Team Nova wins top prize The Nepal Startup Innovation Hackathon 2026 concluded on May 12, with “Team Nova” winning the top prize of Rs 50,000 for its project “Leapnode”. The Nepal Startup Innovation Hackathon 2026 concluded on May 12, with “Team Nova” winning the top prize of Rs 50,000 for its project “Leapnode”. Science and Tech 14 May, 2026
A South Korean startup captures workers' techniques to develop AI brains for robots A South Korean startup captures workers' techniques to develop AI brains for robots His head, chest and hands strapped with body cameras, David Park deftly folded a banquet napkin the way he has thousands of times during his nine years at the five-star Lotte Hotel Seoul. Each of his motions is fed into a database that will one day teach a robot to do the same. His head, chest and hands strapped with body cameras, David Park deftly folded a banquet napkin the way he has thousands of times during his nine years at the five-star Lotte Hotel Seoul. Each of his motions is fed into a database that will one day teach a robot to do the same. Science and Tech 12 May, 2026
Nepal to get first Tier IV hyperscale data center Nepal to get first Tier IV hyperscale data center Nepal is set to develop its first Tier IV hyperscale data center, a move aimed at strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure, data security and technological self-reliance. Nepal is set to develop its first Tier IV hyperscale data center, a move aimed at strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure, data security and technological self-reliance. Science and Tech 10 May, 2026
Pollinator decline threatens nutrition, livelihoods in Nepal: Study Pollinator decline threatens nutrition, livelihoods in Nepal: Study A new international study conducted in Nepal has warned that the decline in insect pollinators could severely affect nutrition, public health and rural livelihoods, particularly among vulnerable farming communities. A new international study conducted in Nepal has warned that the decline in insect pollinators could severely affect nutrition, public health and rural livelihoods, particularly among vulnerable farming communities. Science and Tech 07 May, 2026
Youth-led initiative pilots black soldier fly system to cut poultry feed costs, tackle organic waste Youth-led initiative pilots black soldier fly system to cut poultry feed costs,... A youth-led initiative called Innova Circle is piloting a black soldier fly-based system in Nepal that converts organic waste into high-protein animal feed and organic fertiliser, aiming to address two pressing challenges simultaneously: the rising cost of poultry feed and the growing problem of unmanaged organic waste across urban and rural areas. A youth-led initiative called Innova Circle is piloting a black soldier fly-based system in Nepal that converts organic waste into high-protein animal feed and organic fertiliser, aiming to address two pressing challenges simultaneously: the rising cost of poultry feed and the growing problem of unmanaged organic waste across urban and rural areas. Science and Tech 06 May, 2026
TWAS hosts global South climate scientists for IPCC-focused training in Italy TWAS hosts global South climate scientists for IPCC-focused training in Italy The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) has convened 37 early- and mid-career climate scientists from 27 developing countries for a three-day climate training workshop in Trieste, Italy. The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) has convened 37 early- and mid-career climate scientists from 27 developing countries for a three-day climate training workshop in Trieste, Italy. Science and Tech 06 May, 2026
Scientists trace latest interstellar comet's home to a cold, isolated corner of the Milky Way Scientists trace latest interstellar comet's home to a cold, isolated corner of the... The findings were published in Nature Astronomy. The findings were published in Nature Astronomy. Science and Tech 23 Apr, 2026
New driving licences meet Intl' ISO standards, allows offline verification via QR scan: MoCIT New driving licences meet Intl' ISO standards, allows offline verification via QR... The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MoCIT) has said the new smart driving licence system is more secure and practical, fully compliant with international ISO 7810 ID-1 standards— the same format used globally for credit cards — incorporating 39 distinct security features designed to prevent forgery and unauthorised use. The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MoCIT) has said the new smart driving licence system is more secure and practical, fully compliant with international ISO 7810 ID-1 standards— the same format used globally for credit cards — incorporating 39 distinct security features designed to prevent forgery and unauthorised use. Science and Tech 21 Apr, 2026
Two-day cybersecurity workshop held in Karnali to strengthen digital resilience Two-day cybersecurity workshop held in Karnali to strengthen digital resilience The programme focused on raising cybersecurity awareness and bridging the digital divide, with an emphasis on improving digital literacy and strengthening institutional preparedness against evolving cyber threats. The programme focused on raising cybersecurity awareness and bridging the digital divide, with an emphasis on improving digital literacy and strengthening institutional preparedness against evolving cyber threats. Science and Tech 12 Apr, 2026
Artemis II's moon-traveling astronauts return home to cheers after a record-breaking trip Artemis II's moon-traveling astronauts return home to cheers after a record-breaking... Still marveling over their moon mission, the Artemis II astronauts received a thunderous welcome home Saturday from hundreds who took part in NASA's lunar comeback that set a record for deep space travel. Still marveling over their moon mission, the Artemis II astronauts received a thunderous welcome home Saturday from hundreds who took part in NASA's lunar comeback that set a record for deep space travel. Science and Tech 12 Apr, 2026
It's time for Artemis II to break Apollo 13's distance record. What to know about the moon flyby It's time for Artemis II to break Apollo 13's distance record. What to know about the... The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. Science and Tech 07 Apr, 2026
It's time for Artemis II to break Apollo 13's distance record. What to know about the moon flyby It's time for Artemis II to break Apollo 13's distance record. What to know about the... The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. The Artemis II astronauts are already the champions of a fresh new era of lunar exploration. Science and Tech 05 Apr, 2026
Dr Dhiraj Pradhananga appointed UNESCO Chair in Mountain Cryosphere and Water Dr Dhiraj Pradhananga appointed UNESCO Chair in Mountain Cryosphere and Water UNESCO has appointed Dhiraj Pradhananga as the UNESCO Chair in Mountain Cryosphere and Water. UNESCO has appointed Dhiraj Pradhananga as the UNESCO Chair in Mountain Cryosphere and Water. Science and Tech 05 Apr, 2026
Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth Artemis II astronauts rocket toward the moon after spending a day around Earth NASA’s Artemis II astronauts fired their engines and blazed toward the moon Thursday night, breaking free of the chains that have trapped humanity in shallow laps around Earth in the decades since Apollo. NASA’s Artemis II astronauts fired their engines and blazed toward the moon Thursday night, breaking free of the chains that have trapped humanity in shallow laps around Earth in the decades since Apollo. Science and Tech 03 Apr, 2026
SCAEF Nepal launches 4-day specialized GIS and Remote Sensing Training in Pokhara SCAEF Nepal launches 4-day specialized GIS and Remote Sensing Training in Pokhara The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms (SCAEF Nepal) has launched a four-day specialized training on GIS and Remote Sensing with the objective of enhancing professional capacity within Nepal’s consulting, construction sector and clients from concerned government departments and ministries (3Cs). The Society of Consulting Architectural and Engineering Firms (SCAEF Nepal) has launched a four-day specialized training on GIS and Remote Sensing with the objective of enhancing professional capacity within Nepal’s consulting, construction sector and clients from concerned government departments and ministries (3Cs). Science and Tech 28 Mar, 2026
From rockets to cancer research, here's how the number pi is embedded in our lives From rockets to cancer research, here's how the number pi is embedded in our lives Math nerds and dessert enthusiasts unite to celebrate Pi Day every March 14, the date that represents the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi. Math nerds and dessert enthusiasts unite to celebrate Pi Day every March 14, the date that represents the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi. Science and Tech 15 Mar, 2026
Instagram says it will notify parents if teens 'repeatedly' search for terms related to suicide Instagram says it will notify parents if teens 'repeatedly' search for terms related... Instagram said Thursday it will start alerting parents if their kids repeatedly search for terms clearly associated with suicide or self-harm. The alerts will only go to parents who are enrolled in Instagram’s parental supervision program. Instagram said Thursday it will start alerting parents if their kids repeatedly search for terms clearly associated with suicide or self-harm. The alerts will only go to parents who are enrolled in Instagram’s parental supervision program. Science and Tech 26 Feb, 2026
Four new astronauts arrive at the International Space Station to replace NASA's evacuated crew Four new astronauts arrive at the International Space Station to replace NASA's... The International Space Station returned to full strength with Saturday’s arrival of four new astronauts to replace colleagues who bailed early because of health concerns. The International Space Station returned to full strength with Saturday’s arrival of four new astronauts to replace colleagues who bailed early because of health concerns. Science and Tech 16 Feb, 2026
Nepal Foreign Minister Khanal holds talks with Indian FM Jaishankar in New Delhi Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held bilateral talks in New Delhi on Saturday, discussing ways to further strengthen Nepal-India relations.
Kathmandu Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival begins, bringing south asian voices together The fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) commenced in the capital on Friday, bringing together writers, scholars, artists and cultural figures from across South Asia.
Kathmandu Probe panel submits report on former Home Minister Gurung to PM The high-level committee formed to investigate allegations against former Home Minister and RSP lawmaker Sudan Gurung has submitted its report to Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
Nepal Tourist influx, return of locals drive rise in patient numbers at Mustang hospital Patient numbers have risen sharply at the provincial hospital in Jomsom as the summer tourism season gains momentum and local residents return to the district, putting additional pressure on the region’s only hospital.
Health Health Minister Mehta directs measures to ensure smooth medicine supply Minister for Health and Food Safety Nisha Mehta has directed authorities to ensure an uninterrupted supply of medicines and address shortages, including cancer drugs.
Environment Green hydrogen key to Nepal's green future: Energy Minister Shrestha Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has said green hydrogen presents a major opportunity for building Nepal’s sustainable future and advancing clean energy development.
Opinion Post Gen Z movement budget: Overambitious, little realistic The much-awaited budget has finally come to the fore. Expectations were high among the people partly because it was the one being presented by the Gen Z supported government.
Environment SPCC, CBCF strengthen partnership under the "Everest 1° initiative" to advance sustainable waste management and climate action in the Everest region On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) and the Cimex BYD Charity Foundation (CBCF) reaffirm their commitment to protecting the fragile Himalayan ecosystem through the "Everest 1° Initiative"—a long-term environmental program focused on sustainable waste management, climate resilience, clean energy, and environmental stewardship in the Everest region.
Nepal Govt forms probe panel to investigate seizure of 779 EVs The government has formed a joint investigation committee to probe the seizure of 779 electric vehicles imported through the Korala border in Mustang on suspicion of revenue evasion.
