Bangladeshi, Nepali nationals held over trafficking and sexual abuse

Bangladeshi, Nepali nationals held over trafficking and sexual abuse

Four people have been remanded to judicial custody in connection with three separate cases involving human trafficking, forced labour and sexual exploitation, the Anti-Human Trafficking Bureau (AHTB) of Nepal Police said Wednesday.

Four people have been remanded to judicial custody in connection with three separate cases involving human trafficking, forced labour and sexual exploitation, the Anti-Human Trafficking Bureau (AHTB) of Nepal Police said Wednesday.

Nepal 24 Jul, 2026

RSP lawmaker Ganesh Paudel splashed with black ink at Rautahat event

RSP lawmaker Ganesh Paudel splashed with black ink at Rautahat event

Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lawmaker Ganesh Paudel was splashed with black ink by unidentified individuals during a public outreach programme in his home constituency in Rautahat on Thursday evening.

Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) lawmaker Ganesh Paudel was splashed with black ink by unidentified individuals during a public outreach programme in his home constituency in Rautahat on Thursday evening.

Nepal 24 Jul, 2026

DMLI files seven money laundering cases, seeks Rs 118 billion damages

DMLI files seven money laundering cases, seeks Rs 118 billion damages

The Department of Money Laundering Investigation (DMLI) filed seven money laundering cases in the fiscal year 2025/26, naming 121 individuals as defendants and seeking damages of nearly Rs 118.05 billion.

The Department of Money Laundering Investigation (DMLI) filed seven money laundering cases in the fiscal year 2025/26, naming 121 individuals as defendants and seeking damages of nearly Rs 118.05 billion.

Nepal 24 Jul, 2026

NTA blocks 223,000 gambling apps, yet platforms keep returning

NTA blocks 223,000 gambling apps, yet platforms keep returning

Online betting platforms continue to resurface in Nepal despite a sweeping government crackdown that has blocked more than 223,000 websites and mobile applications since the FIFA World Cup.

Online betting platforms continue to resurface in Nepal despite a sweeping government crackdown that has blocked more than 223,000 websites and mobile applications since the FIFA World Cup.

Nepal 24 Jul, 2026

Dr Govinda KC begins 24th hunger strike in Dhangadhi demanding health, medical education reforms

Dr Govinda KC begins 24th hunger strike in Dhangadhi demanding health, medical...

Dr Govinda KC on Thursday began his 24th hunger strike in Dhangadhi, renewing his campaign for reforms in Nepal's medical education and public health sectors.

Dr Govinda KC on Thursday began his 24th hunger strike in Dhangadhi, renewing his campaign for reforms in Nepal's medical education and public health sectors.

Nepal 23 Jul, 2026

Bagmati cabinet reshuffled as Baniya hands key ministries to Congress leaders

Bagmati cabinet reshuffled as Baniya hands key ministries to Congress leaders

Chief Minister Indra Bahadur Baniya has reassigned ministerial portfolios to Nepali Congress ministers following the resignation of six CPN-UML ministers and the party’s withdrawal from the Bagmati Province government.

Chief Minister Indra Bahadur Baniya has reassigned ministerial portfolios to Nepali Congress ministers following the resignation of six CPN-UML ministers and the party’s withdrawal from the Bagmati Province government.

Nepal 23 Jul, 2026

Over 3.3 tonnes Of marijuana seized in massive Saptari drug bust

Over 3.3 tonnes Of marijuana seized in massive Saptari drug bust

Security personnel have seized more than 3.3 tonnes of marijuana in one of the largest drug busts reported in Saptari district, confiscating three vehicles used to transport the contraband.

Security personnel have seized more than 3.3 tonnes of marijuana in one of the largest drug busts reported in Saptari district, confiscating three vehicles used to transport the contraband.

Nepal 23 Jul, 2026

NEA approves Rs 1.57m compensation for child injured in Nawalparasi

NEA approves Rs 1.57m compensation for child injured in Nawalparasi

The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has decided to provide Rs 1.571 million in compensation and treatment support to a child who lost both arms after suffering an electric shock from an 11 kV transmission line in Nawalparasi (Susta East).

The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has decided to provide Rs 1.571 million in compensation and treatment support to a child who lost both arms after suffering an electric shock from an 11 kV transmission line in Nawalparasi (Susta East).

Nepal 23 Jul, 2026

Nepal Airlines recruitment drive sparks concerns over governance, utilization, and conflict of interest

Nepal Airlines recruitment drive sparks concerns over governance, utilization, and...

A proposed recruitment drive for external pilots and cabin crew at Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has triggered growing concerns among aviation professionals and employees, who argue that the move lacks operational justification and raises serious questions regarding governance, transparency, and potential conflicts of interest.

A proposed recruitment drive for external pilots and cabin crew at Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has triggered growing concerns among aviation professionals and employees, who argue that the move lacks operational justification and raises serious questions regarding governance, transparency, and potential conflicts of interest.

Nepal 23 Jul, 2026

Everest rules could get tougher as lawmakers push sweeping tourism reforms

Everest rules could get tougher as lawmakers push sweeping tourism reforms

Fifty-eight lawmakers have jointly registered 263 amendments to the Tourism Bill, 2081, proposing far-reaching reforms across Nepal’s tourism sector, including stricter Everest climbing requirements, a new tourism regulator, casino sector restructuring, stronger environmental safeguards and expanded adventure tourism regulations.

Fifty-eight lawmakers have jointly registered 263 amendments to the Tourism Bill, 2081, proposing far-reaching reforms across Nepal’s tourism sector, including stricter Everest climbing requirements, a new tourism regulator, casino sector restructuring, stronger environmental safeguards and expanded adventure tourism regulations.

Nepal 23 Jul, 2026

Nepali Congress edges towards formal split

Nepali Congress edges towards formal split

Nepal’s oldest political party, the Nepali Congress (NC), is on the verge of a formal split as a powerful dissident faction announced a National Conclave to be held here on August 14.

Nepal’s oldest political party, the Nepali Congress (NC), is on the verge of a formal split as a powerful dissident faction announced a National Conclave to be held here on August 14.

Nepal 23 Jul, 2026

UML ministers in Bagmati Province resign en masse, submit letters at CM's Office

UML ministers in Bagmati Province resign en masse, submit letters at CM's Office

All six ministers from the CPN-UML in the Bagmati Province government resigned collectively on Wednesday, formally ending their party’s participation in the provincial administration.

All six ministers from the CPN-UML in the Bagmati Province government resigned collectively on Wednesday, formally ending their party’s participation in the provincial administration.

Nepal 23 Jul, 2026

Korean volunteers conduct educational exchange programme at Kavre school

Korean volunteers conduct educational exchange programme at Kavre school

A five-day international volunteer programme organised by South Korea’s Kwangwoon University in collaboration with the Um Hong Gil Human Foundation (UHGHF) and Shree Azad Secondary School concluded in Panchkhal Municipality of Kavrepalanchok on July 19, promoting educational and cultural exchange between Nepali and Korean students.

A five-day international volunteer programme organised by South Korea’s Kwangwoon University in collaboration with the Um Hong Gil Human Foundation (UHGHF) and Shree Azad Secondary School concluded in Panchkhal Municipality of Kavrepalanchok on July 19, promoting educational and cultural exchange between Nepali and Korean students.

Nepal 22 Jul, 2026

Ancient coins unearthed in Kapilvastu, handed over to museum

Ancient coins unearthed in Kapilvastu, handed over to museum

Police in Kapilvastu have recovered what are believed to be ancient copper coins from a pond in Kapilvastu Municipality–5 and handed them over to the local museum for preservation.

Police in Kapilvastu have recovered what are believed to be ancient copper coins from a pond in Kapilvastu Municipality–5 and handed them over to the local museum for preservation.

Nepal 22 Jul, 2026

25 tourists die of altitude sickness in Annapurna region in FY 2025/26

25 tourists die of altitude sickness in Annapurna region in FY 2025/26

A total of 25 tourists lost their lives due to altitude sickness while travelling in the Annapurna Conservation Area during FY 2025/26, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP).

A total of 25 tourists lost their lives due to altitude sickness while travelling in the Annapurna Conservation Area during FY 2025/26, according to the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP).

Nepal 22 Jul, 2026

Two men die of suspected suffocation inside water tank in Dang

Two men die of suspected suffocation inside water tank in Dang

Two men died of suspected suffocation inside a water tank at a house under construction in Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City-6, Rajoura, on Wednesday.

Two men died of suspected suffocation inside a water tank at a house under construction in Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City-6, Rajoura, on Wednesday.

Nepal 22 Jul, 2026

Continuous rain triggers landslides in Bajura; Families urge relocation aid

Continuous rain triggers landslides in Bajura; Families urge relocation aid

At least 16 households in Badimalika Municipality–6 of Bajura have been affected by landslides triggered by continuous rainfall, with six houses facing immediate danger and 10 others remaining at high risk.

At least 16 households in Badimalika Municipality–6 of Bajura have been affected by landslides triggered by continuous rainfall, with six houses facing immediate danger and 10 others remaining at high risk.

Nepal 22 Jul, 2026

Cybercrime cases explode in Dhading as complaints jump more than sixfold

Cybercrime cases explode in Dhading as complaints jump more than sixfold

Cybercrime cases in Dhading have risen sharply over the past three years, with the number of complainants increasing more than sixfold, according to district police data.

Cybercrime cases in Dhading have risen sharply over the past three years, with the number of complainants increasing more than sixfold, according to district police data.

Nepal 22 Jul, 2026

Six UML ministers resign from Bagmati govt amid shifting power equation

Six UML ministers resign from Bagmati govt amid shifting power equation

Six UML ministers resign from Bagmati govt amid shifting power equation

Six UML ministers resign from Bagmati govt amid shifting power equation

Nepal 22 Jul, 2026

Over 400 saplings planted in Birgunj under 'One Home, One Plant' drive

Over 400 saplings planted in Birgunj under 'One Home, One Plant' drive

More than 400 saplings of various species were distributed and planted at Hari Khetan Multiple Campus in Birgunj under the “One Home, One Plant” campaign, jointly organised by the Green City Community Service Centre and Community Police Service as part of the Community Police Partnership Programme.

More than 400 saplings of various species were distributed and planted at Hari Khetan Multiple Campus in Birgunj under the “One Home, One Plant” campaign, jointly organised by the Green City Community Service Centre and Community Police Service as part of the Community Police Partnership Programme.

Nepal 22 Jul, 2026