Road division employee die in flooding; Efforts on to resume BP highway Road division employee die in flooding; Efforts on to resume BP highway An employee with the Division Road Office, Bhaktapur died when the flood-fed Roshi Rivulet took him away following Friday evening rainfall. An employee with the Division Road Office, Bhaktapur died when the flood-fed Roshi Rivulet took him away following Friday evening rainfall. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
33 per cent women representation in Cabinet for first time 33 per cent women representation in Cabinet for first time While Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah has received numerous praises, he and his party have taken another positive step forward: Nearly two decades after the state implemented an inclusive policy, 33 per cent of the Cabinet is made up of female ministers for the first time. While Prime Minister Balendra (Balen) Shah has received numerous praises, he and his party have taken another positive step forward: Nearly two decades after the state implemented an inclusive policy, 33 per cent of the Cabinet is made up of female ministers for the first time. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
South Asian stakeholders call for rights-based digital platform governance South Asian stakeholders call for rights-based digital platform governance Parliamentarians, civil society representatives and academics from across South Asia have called for a rights-based approach to digital platform governance, stressing the need to safeguard freedom of expression and access to information. Parliamentarians, civil society representatives and academics from across South Asia have called for a rights-based approach to digital platform governance, stressing the need to safeguard freedom of expression and access to information. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
Three killed, 15 injured in Daunne road accident Three killed, 15 injured in Daunne road accident Three people were killed and 15 others injured in a road accident at Daunne along the East-West Highway in Bardaghat Municipality–4 on Friday night. Three people were killed and 15 others injured in a road accident at Daunne along the East-West Highway in Bardaghat Municipality–4 on Friday night. Nepal 28 Mar, 2026
Home Minister Gurung vows zero tolerance on corruption, simplified service delivery Home Minister Gurung vows zero tolerance on corruption, simplified service delivery Assuming office at the Ministry of Home Affairs today, he directed staff and stated that strict action would be taken against anyone found involved in corruption. Assuming office at the Ministry of Home Affairs today, he directed staff and stated that strict action would be taken against anyone found involved in corruption. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Gita Chaudhary assumes office as Agriculture and Environment Minister Gita Chaudhary assumes office as Agriculture and Environment Minister Newly appointed Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, as well as Forests and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, assumed office today. Newly appointed Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, as well as Forests and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, assumed office today. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Nisha Mehta sssumes office as Health and Water Supply Minister Nisha Mehta sssumes office as Health and Water Supply Minister The newly appointed Minister for Health and Population, as well as Water Supply, Nisha Mehta, assumed office today. The newly appointed Minister for Health and Population, as well as Water Supply, Nisha Mehta, assumed office today. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
First Cabinet Meeting Decides to Implement Gen Z Movement Inquiry Report First Cabinet Meeting Decides to Implement Gen Z Movement Inquiry Report Upon assuming office at Singha Durbar, Prime Minister Shah directed ministers and secretaries to work in the best interests of the people. Upon assuming office at Singha Durbar, Prime Minister Shah directed ministers and secretaries to work in the best interests of the people. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Indian PM Modi congratulates Balen Shah on assuming office as Nepal PM Indian PM Modi congratulates Balen Shah on assuming office as Nepal PM Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended congratulations to Balen Shah on his swearing-in as the Prime Minister of Nepal. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended congratulations to Balen Shah on his swearing-in as the Prime Minister of Nepal. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Balen Shah sworn in as Prime Minister, forms Cabinet Balen Shah sworn in as Prime Minister, forms Cabinet Balendra Shah 'Balen' was sworn in as Nepal’s Prime Minister at a special ceremony held at the Office of the President on Friday. Balendra Shah 'Balen' was sworn in as Nepal’s Prime Minister at a special ceremony held at the Office of the President on Friday. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
RSP lawmaker Amresh Singh declines ministerial post RSP lawmaker Amresh Singh declines ministerial post Amresh Kumar Singh, elected to the House of Representatives from Sarlahi-4, has declined an offer to join the Cabinet, according to reports. Amresh Kumar Singh, elected to the House of Representatives from Sarlahi-4, has declined an offer to join the Cabinet, according to reports. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Ram Navami: President, Vice President highlight unity, peace and cultural values Ram Navami: President, Vice President highlight unity, peace and cultural values President Ramchandra Paudel has said that cultural and historical festivals play a vital role in strengthening national unity by fostering mutual trust, harmony, tolerance and cooperation among Nepal’s diverse communities. President Ramchandra Paudel has said that cultural and historical festivals play a vital role in strengthening national unity by fostering mutual trust, harmony, tolerance and cooperation among Nepal’s diverse communities. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Dr. Amresh Kumar Singh set to join Cabinet as industry minister Dr. Amresh Kumar Singh set to join Cabinet as industry minister Dr. Amresh Kumar Singh is set to be appointed Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies in the government led by Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah. Dr. Amresh Kumar Singh is set to be appointed Minister for Industry, Commerce and Supplies in the government led by Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Ministers of Balen-led cabinet Ministers of Balen-led cabinet With the appointment of Balendra (Balen) Shah as Nepal's prime minister, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has finalised the names of some ministers. With the appointment of Balendra (Balen) Shah as Nepal's prime minister, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has finalised the names of some ministers. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Balen appointed Prime Minister of Nepal Balen appointed Prime Minister of Nepal The country got a new and 47th prime minister today as the president, Ramchandra Paudel, appointed Balendra (Balen) Shah, the parliamentary party leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, today as per Article 76 (1) of the constitution of Nepal. The country got a new and 47th prime minister today as the president, Ramchandra Paudel, appointed Balendra (Balen) Shah, the parliamentary party leader of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, today as per Article 76 (1) of the constitution of Nepal. Nepal 27 Mar, 2026
Over 63 HoR members take oath in mother tongues Over 63 HoR members take oath in mother tongues Senior-most HoR member Arjun Narsingh KC administered the oath to the members at the Federal Parliament building in Singha Durbar. Senior-most HoR member Arjun Narsingh KC administered the oath to the members at the Federal Parliament building in Singha Durbar. Nepal 26 Mar, 2026
NC to strengthen ties with Nepali diaspora worldwide, says NC Prez Thapa NC to strengthen ties with Nepali diaspora worldwide, says NC Prez Thapa President of the Nepali Congress, Gagan Kumar Thapa, has stated that the party will work to connect people of Nepali origin living across the globe. President of the Nepali Congress, Gagan Kumar Thapa, has stated that the party will work to connect people of Nepali origin living across the globe. Nepal 26 Mar, 2026
Karki-led probe commission recommends criminal charges against Oli, Lekhak, Khapung Karki-led probe commission recommends criminal charges against Oli, Lekhak, Khapung The probe commission formed under former Judge Gauri Bahadur Karki has recommended criminal indictment against former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak and then Inspector General of Police Chandra Kuber Khapung under Section 181 and 182 of National Penal Code for not preventing killings of Gen Z protesters on September 8. The probe commission formed under former Judge Gauri Bahadur Karki has recommended criminal indictment against former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak and then Inspector General of Police Chandra Kuber Khapung under Section 181 and 182 of National Penal Code for not preventing killings of Gen Z protesters on September 8. Nepal 26 Mar, 2026
Newly elected HoR members to take oath today Newly elected HoR members to take oath today Newly elected members of the House of Representatives (HoR) are set to take the oath of office and secrecy today. Newly elected members of the House of Representatives (HoR) are set to take the oath of office and secrecy today. Nepal 26 Mar, 2026
7,231 disaster incidents across the country in 11 months 7,231 disaster incidents across the country in 11 months A total of 7,231 disaster incidents have occurred across the country in the past 11 months. A total of 7,231 disaster incidents have occurred across the country in the past 11 months. Nepal 26 Mar, 2026
Lifestyle Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival to spotlight South Asian identity, India-Nepal ties The fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) will be held in Kathmandu on June 6–7, bringing together prominent writers, artists, filmmakers, scholars, diplomats and public intellectuals from Nepal, India and across South Asia.
Health Nearly one in six children in Madhesh suffering from malnutrition Nearly one in every six children in Madhesh Province is suffering from malnutrition, according to a province-wide assessment conducted by the Health Directorate.
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.
