Matatirtha Aunsi being observed with prayers, offerings, and tribute to mothers Matatirtha Aunsi being observed with prayers, offerings, and tribute to mothers Matatirtha Aunsi, the country's traditional Mother's Day, is being observed across the country today, with devotees thronging sacred sites, families seeking blessings from living mothers, and those who have lost their mothers making offerings in their memory. Matatirtha Aunsi, the country's traditional Mother's Day, is being observed across the country today, with devotees thronging sacred sites, families seeking blessings from living mothers, and those who have lost their mothers making offerings in their memory. Nepal 17 Apr, 2026
Nepal expresses gratitude as UAE pardons 128 Nepali inmates on Ramadan Nepal expresses gratitude as UAE pardons 128 Nepali inmates on Ramadan The Ministry further stated that the pardon was granted following a formal request made by the Government of Nepal through the Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi. The Ministry further stated that the pardon was granted following a formal request made by the Government of Nepal through the Embassy of Nepal in Abu Dhabi. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
Forty-six Nepalis rescued from Cambodia Forty-six Nepalis rescued from Cambodia The Nepali Embassy in Bangkok has rescued 46 Nepali nationals from Cambodia, all of whom have since returned home. The Nepali Embassy in Bangkok has rescued 46 Nepali nationals from Cambodia, all of whom have since returned home. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
SC orders release of NC leader Khadka SC orders release of NC leader Khadka The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the release of Nepali Congress leader and former minister Dipak Khadka, who had been arrested on charges of money laundering. The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered the release of Nepali Congress leader and former minister Dipak Khadka, who had been arrested on charges of money laundering. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
Kami Rita heads for 32nd Everest summit - and possibly his last Kami Rita heads for 32nd Everest summit - and possibly his last Kami Rita Sherpa, the climber who has stood atop Mount Everest more times than anyone in history, left for the Everest region this week to attempt his 32nd ascent — a climb he says will likely be his last. Kami Rita Sherpa, the climber who has stood atop Mount Everest more times than anyone in history, left for the Everest region this week to attempt his 32nd ascent — a climb he says will likely be his last. Nepal 16 Apr, 2026
Newly Appointed Gandaki Province Ministers Sworn In Newly Appointed Gandaki Province Ministers Sworn In Newly appointed ministers of Gandaki Province have taken the oath of office and secrecy today. Newly appointed ministers of Gandaki Province have taken the oath of office and secrecy today. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
SC directs submission of investigation file in leader Khadka case SC directs submission of investigation file in leader Khadka case Khadka has been arrested on charges of money laundering. Khadka has been arrested on charges of money laundering. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
Govt forms commission to probe assets of top officials over two decades Govt forms commission to probe assets of top officials over two decades A Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday decided to constitute the commission under the coordination of former Supreme Court judge Rajendra Kumar Bhandari. A Cabinet meeting held on Wednesday decided to constitute the commission under the coordination of former Supreme Court judge Rajendra Kumar Bhandari. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
Nepal's elite club of power Nepal's elite club of power As the government made public the property details of Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah and members of the Council of Ministers following a Cabinet decision yesterday evening, people have taken digs at the wealth that they have accumulated so far. As the government made public the property details of Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah and members of the Council of Ministers following a Cabinet decision yesterday evening, people have taken digs at the wealth that they have accumulated so far. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
International Wellness Day being observed today International Wellness Day being observed today The International Wellness Day is being marked by organising various programmes today. The International Wellness Day is being marked by organising various programmes today. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
From cave to condominium: Story of Panch Hate Praja From cave to condominium: Story of Panch Hate Praja A sensational news dominated the media headlines last week when the family of Panch Hate Praja of Dhading district had been found to be residing in the cave with his family of four – his spouse, son, and daughter-in-law. A sensational news dominated the media headlines last week when the family of Panch Hate Praja of Dhading district had been found to be residing in the cave with his family of four – his spouse, son, and daughter-in-law. Nepal 15 Apr, 2026
Two-way traffic resumes on Dhulikhel–Khawa section of Araniko Highway Two-way traffic resumes on Dhulikhel–Khawa section of Araniko Highway The road had been restricted to one-way traffic on various dates over the past 23 days due to ongoing works. The road had been restricted to one-way traffic on various dates over the past 23 days due to ongoing works. Nepal 14 Apr, 2026
Swedish cancer survivor athlete Aron Anderson summits Lobuche East Swedish cancer survivor athlete Aron Anderson summits Lobuche East In January 1996, Aron Anderson was diagnosed with cancer in his pelvis , which led to him losing the ability to walk at the age of 9. Since then, he has used a wheelchair. In January 1996, Aron Anderson was diagnosed with cancer in his pelvis , which led to him losing the ability to walk at the age of 9. Since then, he has used a wheelchair. Nepal 14 Apr, 2026
Nepal rings in New Year 2083BS; President, Vice President extend greetings Nepal rings in New Year 2083BS; President, Vice President extend greetings Nepal today marked the beginning of New Year 2083 of the Bikram Sambat (BS) calendar, with celebrations unfolding across the country and among Nepali communities abroad. Nepal today marked the beginning of New Year 2083 of the Bikram Sambat (BS) calendar, with celebrations unfolding across the country and among Nepali communities abroad. Nepal 14 Apr, 2026
BP Koirala Cancer Hospital Faces Severe Financial Crisis BP Koirala Cancer Hospital Faces Severe Financial Crisis Executive Director Dr Shivaji Paudel said that a total of Rs 416.75 million remains outstanding from multiple government agencies. Executive Director Dr Shivaji Paudel said that a total of Rs 416.75 million remains outstanding from multiple government agencies. Nepal 13 Apr, 2026
Communications Minister calls for ensuring quality internet services in Singha Durbar Communications Minister calls for ensuring quality internet services in Singha Durbar The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has initiated efforts to make 'Internet' services more convenient, faster, and hassle-free in Singha Durbar, the main administrative centre of the federal government, and its premises. The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has initiated efforts to make 'Internet' services more convenient, faster, and hassle-free in Singha Durbar, the main administrative centre of the federal government, and its premises. Nepal 13 Apr, 2026
PM Shah, ministers' property details made public PM Shah, ministers' property details made public The government has made public the property details of Prime Minister Balendra Shah and members of the Council of Ministers following a Cabinet decision. The government has made public the property details of Prime Minister Balendra Shah and members of the Council of Ministers following a Cabinet decision. Nepal 13 Apr, 2026
Jwalamukhi declared first hygienic local level in Nepal Jwalamukhi declared first hygienic local level in Nepal Jwalamukhi Rural Municipality of Dhading district has been declared the first hygienic local level in the country. Jwalamukhi Rural Municipality of Dhading district has been declared the first hygienic local level in the country. Nepal 12 Apr, 2026
Home Minister Gurung directs security agencies to act tough on crime, drug abuse Home Minister Gurung directs security agencies to act tough on crime, drug abuse Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has instructed security officials to adopt a tougher stance to control criminal activities, including drug abuse. Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has instructed security officials to adopt a tougher stance to control criminal activities, including drug abuse. Nepal 12 Apr, 2026
Xiaomi launches Redmi A7 smartphone in Nepal Xiaomi launches Redmi A7 smartphone in Nepal Xiaomi has launched its entry-level smartphone Redmi A7 in the Nepali market. Xiaomi has launched its entry-level smartphone Redmi A7 in the Nepali market. Nepal 12 Apr, 2026
Nepal Education Minister Pokharel credits governance push as study leave recovery crosses Rs 104 million Minister for Education and Sports, Sasmit Pokharel, has said that its push for good governance, accountability and institutional discipline in higher education has led to significant progress in recovering funds from Tribhuvan University (TU) teachers who misused study leave facilities.
Nepal Seven injured as ambulance, mini-truck collide in Tanahun Seven people were injured in a mini-truck and ambulance collision incident that took place at Manahari of Myagde Rural Municipality-6 in Tanahun district along the Prithivi Highway this morning.
Nepal APF seizes 774 electric vehicles over suspected customs, tax irregularities in Mustang The Armed Police Force (APF) has seized 774 BYD electric vehicles imported through the Korala border point in Mustang on suspicion of customs and tax-related irregularities.
Environment Scorching heat grips Tarai as rain, thunderstorms likely in hills Sweltering heat is expected to continue across the Tarai today, while several hilly and Himalayan districts are likely to witness rain and thunderstorms, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).
Opinion Diplomacy is not surrender: Balen's border remarks are strategic Few issues evoke stronger emotions in Nepal than questions of sovereignty and territory.
Nepal Left to die on Everest, he crawled home anyway For seven days, Dawa Sherpa had nothing - no food, no bottled oxygen, no rescue team looking for him. Somewhere between the death zone and the Khumbu Icefall, the 52-year-old Sherpa guide from Okhaldhunga was alone on the world's highest mountain, fighting to stay alive.
Environment HCC summit endorses landmark action plan to save mountain environment The Himalayan Climate Charter Summit for the Earth Summit has adopted a Namche Action Plan 2026–2030 to save the mountain environment by addressing the adverse impact of the climate crisis.
Kathmandu Rs 140 million recovered from TU teachers over misuse of study leave Tribhuvan University (TU) has recovered more than Rs 140 million from teachers accused of misusing study leave and failing to return to service after completing their studies.
Kathmandu JICA signs additional ¥5.7 billion loan for Nagdhunga Tunnel project The Government of Japan has extended an additional concessional loan assistance of 5.7 billion Japanese Yen for the Nagdhunga Tunnel Construction Project, taking the total Japanese support for the project to over 22 billion Yen.
