US and Iran prepare for high-level talks as Israel and Hezbollah trade more fire US and Iran prepare for high-level talks as Israel and Hezbollah trade more fire Many issues could derail the truce and the negotiations aimed at making a broader deal to stop the fighting permanently. Many issues could derail the truce and the negotiations aimed at making a broader deal to stop the fighting permanently. World 10 Apr, 2026
Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing For some travelers, it’s not just the cost — it’s the uncertainty that’s changing how they're planning trips. For some travelers, it’s not just the cost — it’s the uncertainty that’s changing how they're planning trips. World 09 Apr, 2026
Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance leader Rutte Trump complains NATO 'wasn't there when we needed them' after talks with alliance... Afterward, he issued an all-caps comment on social media suggesting he remained aggrieved. Afterward, he issued an all-caps comment on social media suggesting he remained aggrieved. World 09 Apr, 2026
US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. World 08 Apr, 2026
Trump warns a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if a deal with Iran isn't reached Trump warns a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if a deal with Iran isn't reached Saudi Arabia said it intercepted seven ballistic missiles and four drones launched by Iran. Saudi Arabia said it intercepted seven ballistic missiles and four drones launched by Iran. World 07 Apr, 2026
Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions Aid groups warn Iran war is hindering food and medicine from reaching millions One of the biggest concerns is the impact the war will have on global hunger. One of the biggest concerns is the impact the war will have on global hunger. World 05 Apr, 2026
Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned from Iran Death toll from Afghan quake rises, including 8 members of refugee family returned... Afghanistan lies in a highly seismically active part of the world, and quakes have caused thousands of deaths in recent years. Afghanistan lies in a highly seismically active part of the world, and quakes have caused thousands of deaths in recent years. World 05 Apr, 2026
Trump issues fiery new threat against Iran as details of US aviator's rescue emerge Trump issues fiery new threat against Iran as details of US aviator's rescue emerge Meanwhile, more than 1,900 people have been killed in Iran since the war began. Meanwhile, more than 1,900 people have been killed in Iran since the war began. World 05 Apr, 2026
No sign of war winding down in Mideast as Friday dawns with attacks across region No sign of war winding down in Mideast as Friday dawns with attacks across region Iran state media reported the attack on the B1 bridge, which was still under construction, citing authorities in Alborz province. Iran state media reported the attack on the B1 bridge, which was still under construction, citing authorities in Alborz province. World 03 Apr, 2026
Pakistan says a new round of peace talks with Afghanistan is underway in China after deadly fighting Pakistan says a new round of peace talks with Afghanistan is underway in China after... It remains unclear who is representing Pakistan and Afghanistan in the latest negotiations in China. It remains unclear who is representing Pakistan and Afghanistan in the latest negotiations in China. World 02 Apr, 2026
Russia claims full control of Ukraine's Luhansk region but Kyiv denies it ahead of US envoy talks Russia claims full control of Ukraine's Luhansk region but Kyiv denies it ahead of US... Russian claims of battlefield progress have in the past shown discrepancies. Russian claims of battlefield progress have in the past shown discrepancies. World 01 Apr, 2026
Iran remains a stubborn foe after absorbing massive US-Israeli attacks Iran remains a stubborn foe after absorbing massive US-Israeli attacks Iran has maintained an average of 30 strikes each day for the last three weeks, and at various points it has picked up its tempo of attacks. Iran has maintained an average of 30 strikes each day for the last three weeks, and at various points it has picked up its tempo of attacks. World 31 Mar, 2026
Trump threatens to destroy Iran's civilian infrastructure if a deal is not reached 'shortly' Trump threatens to destroy Iran's civilian infrastructure if a deal is not reached... U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday threatened widespread destruction of Iran’s energy resources and other vital infrastructure, World 30 Mar, 2026
Why Pakistan has emerged as a mediator between US and Iran Why Pakistan has emerged as a mediator between US and Iran While Pakistan rarely serves as a mediator, its record does include playing a role in some very high-profile talks. While Pakistan rarely serves as a mediator, its record does include playing a role in some very high-profile talks. World 29 Mar, 2026
Indonesia starts implementing social media restrictions for children under 16 Indonesia starts implementing social media restrictions for children under 16 According to Haryana, studies have shown that children’s use of social media can impact their mental health and trigger anxiety and depression. According to Haryana, studies have shown that children’s use of social media can impact their mental health and trigger anxiety and depression. World 29 Mar, 2026
Iran warns US against ground invasion as regional diplomats seek an end to the war Iran warns US against ground invasion as regional diplomats seek an end to the war Israel announced waves of incoming strikes from Iran on Sunday and explosions could be heard throughout Tehran. Israel announced waves of incoming strikes from Iran on Sunday and explosions could be heard throughout Tehran. World 29 Mar, 2026
'No Kings' rallies draw crowds across US, in Europe. Springsteen headlines Minnesota demonstration 'No Kings' rallies draw crowds across US, in Europe. Springsteen headlines Minnesota... Large crowds protested Saturday against the war in Iran and President Donald Trump's actions in “No Kings” rallies across the U.S. and in Europe. Minnesota took center stage, with thousands of people standing shoulder-to-shoulder to celebrate resistance to Trump's aggressive immigration enforcement. Large crowds protested Saturday against the war in Iran and President Donald Trump's actions in “No Kings” rallies across the U.S. and in Europe. Minnesota took center stage, with thousands of people standing shoulder-to-shoulder to celebrate resistance to Trump's aggressive immigration enforcement. World 29 Mar, 2026
G7 meets on the Iran war as Rubio tries to sell US strategy to skeptical allies insulted by Trump G7 meets on the Iran war as Rubio tries to sell US strategy to skeptical allies... British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said Britain also favored a diplomatic path, acknowledging differences with the United States. British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said Britain also favored a diplomatic path, acknowledging differences with the United States. World 27 Mar, 2026
Iran war deflects attention from Ukraine as an emboldened Russia starts spring offensive Iran war deflects attention from Ukraine as an emboldened Russia starts spring... The Russian tactic is to surround and then choke cities while bombing them to rubble. The Russian tactic is to surround and then choke cities while bombing them to rubble. World 26 Mar, 2026
Asia boosts coal use as Iran war squeezes global LNG supplies Asia boosts coal use as Iran war squeezes global LNG supplies Asian countries are turning to coal as the Iran war disrupts oil and gas shipments. Asian countries are turning to coal as the Iran war disrupts oil and gas shipments. World 25 Mar, 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.
