PM Karki expresses gratitude to NCP for election support PM Karki expresses gratitude to NCP for election support PM Karki also congratulated members of the delegation who were elected in the polls. PM Karki also congratulated members of the delegation who were elected in the polls. Nepal 18 Mar, 2026
Narrow escape as six injured in Khotang helicopter crash Narrow escape as six injured in Khotang helicopter crash Ward Chair Rai stated that the relatives on board the helicopter are safe. Ward Chair Rai stated that the relatives on board the helicopter are safe. Nepal 18 Mar, 2026
Update: Air Dynasty helicopter crash in Khotang; Pilot identified, injured airlifted to Kathmandu Update: Air Dynasty helicopter crash in Khotang; Pilot identified, injured airlifted... An Air Dynasty Heli Services helicopter that crash-landed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday was piloted by Captain Sabin Thapa (34), the company said in its latest update. An Air Dynasty Heli Services helicopter that crash-landed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday was piloted by Captain Sabin Thapa (34), the company said in its latest update. Nepal 18 Mar, 2026
Air Dynasty helicopter crashes in Khotang, one injured Air Dynasty helicopter crashes in Khotang, one injured A helicopter operated by Air Dynasty Heli Services crashed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday afternoon, leaving one person injured. A helicopter operated by Air Dynasty Heli Services crashed in Belabeshi, Kepilasgadhi Rural Municipality–2 of Khotang on Wednesday afternoon, leaving one person injured. Nepal 18 Mar, 2026
ANO pushes for identity cards for Nepali-Origin diaspora ANO pushes for identity cards for Nepali-Origin diaspora The delegation reaffirmed its commitment to uniting Nepali-origin communities worldwide and urged the government to consider their demands from the perspective of national interest. The delegation reaffirmed its commitment to uniting Nepali-origin communities worldwide and urged the government to consider their demands from the perspective of national interest. Nepal 17 Mar, 2026
Bridge connecting Rautahat and Sarlahi remains incomplete for 9 years Bridge connecting Rautahat and Sarlahi remains incomplete for 9 years The construction of a bridge over the Bagmati River linking Rautahat and Sarlahi districts has remained incomplete for nearly nine years, forcing thousands of local residents to cross the river through risky means every day. The construction of a bridge over the Bagmati River linking Rautahat and Sarlahi districts has remained incomplete for nearly nine years, forcing thousands of local residents to cross the river through risky means every day. Nepal 17 Mar, 2026
Two arrested with 52,300 Tramadol tablets in Parsa Two arrested with 52,300 Tramadol tablets in Parsa Police in Parsa have arrested two individuals in possession of a large quantity of banned Tramadol tablets during a vehicle check in Birgunj. Police in Parsa have arrested two individuals in possession of a large quantity of banned Tramadol tablets during a vehicle check in Birgunj. Nepal 17 Mar, 2026
Youth brutally beaten in Sarlahi; One arrested, search for others underway Youth brutally beaten in Sarlahi; One arrested, search for others underway A youth was stripped and brutally beaten at a park near the famous Chameli Mai Temple in Kabillasi Municipality, Sarlahi, prompting police action. One suspect has been arrested, while the search for other perpetrators continues. A youth was stripped and brutally beaten at a park near the famous Chameli Mai Temple in Kabillasi Municipality, Sarlahi, prompting police action. One suspect has been arrested, while the search for other perpetrators continues. Nepal 17 Mar, 2026
Nepal Airlines cancels several Middle East flights amid airspace closure Nepal Airlines cancels several Middle East flights amid airspace closure Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has cancelled multiple flights to and from the Middle East scheduled between March 18 and March 22 due to the ongoing situation in the region and closure of certain airspace, the national flag carrier announced on Monday. Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) has cancelled multiple flights to and from the Middle East scheduled between March 18 and March 22 due to the ongoing situation in the region and closure of certain airspace, the national flag carrier announced on Monday. Nepal 17 Mar, 2026
PM comes under fire for political appointments PM comes under fire for political appointments After garnering widespread appreciation for successfully concluding the House of Representatives election on March 5, Prime Minister Sushila Karki has now invited criticism from all corners for her surprise appointment of Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal in the National Assembly (NA) and her personal secretary Adarsha Kumar Shrestha as chairperson of the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC). After garnering widespread appreciation for successfully concluding the House of Representatives election on March 5, Prime Minister Sushila Karki has now invited criticism from all corners for her surprise appointment of Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal in the National Assembly (NA) and her personal secretary Adarsha Kumar Shrestha as chairperson of the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC). Nepal 17 Mar, 2026
PM Karki urges NRNs to contribute to Nepal's development PM Karki urges NRNs to contribute to Nepal's development Highlighting the global presence of Nepalis, the Prime Minister described them as goodwill ambassadors of Nepal and acknowledged their significant contributions to nation-building. Highlighting the global presence of Nepalis, the Prime Minister described them as goodwill ambassadors of Nepal and acknowledged their significant contributions to nation-building. Nepal 16 Mar, 2026
Department seizes 6,377 gas cylinders from Shriram Gas Industry Department seizes 6,377 gas cylinders from Shriram Gas Industry The Department has imposed a fine of Rs 300,000 on the industry. The Department has imposed a fine of Rs 300,000 on the industry. Nepal 16 Mar, 2026
EC discloses names of MPs elected under PR system EC discloses names of MPs elected under PR system According to the list, 57 MPs have been elected from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) under the proportional representation system. According to the list, 57 MPs have been elected from the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) under the proportional representation system. Nepal 16 Mar, 2026
Five go missing in Bardiya National Park Five go missing in Bardiya National Park Five people have gone missing in the Baridya National Park. Five people have gone missing in the Baridya National Park. Nepal 16 Mar, 2026
180 detainees fled during Gen Z protest still at large 180 detainees fled during Gen Z protest still at large One hundred and eighty inmates out of those escaping the Nawalparasi Jail during Gen Z movement last September are still at large. Of them, 150 are men and 30 women. One hundred and eighty inmates out of those escaping the Nawalparasi Jail during Gen Z movement last September are still at large. Of them, 150 are men and 30 women. Nepal 16 Mar, 2026
Nepali Embassy in Kuwait advises nationals to travel home via Saudi Arabia Nepali Embassy in Kuwait advises nationals to travel home via Saudi Arabia The Embassy of Nepal in Kuwait has advised Nepali nationals wishing to return home to travel via Saudi Arabia, citing the evolving situation in the Middle East. The Embassy of Nepal in Kuwait has advised Nepali nationals wishing to return home to travel via Saudi Arabia, citing the evolving situation in the Middle East. Nepal 16 Mar, 2026
Incredible Balen magic: Genuine referendum or sadistic satisfaction? Incredible Balen magic: Genuine referendum or sadistic satisfaction? On November 2, the then mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC), Balendra Shah, posted a brief but abusively worded comment on his social media account criticising the United States, India, and China, as well as major Nepali political parties, including the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). On November 2, the then mayor of Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC), Balendra Shah, posted a brief but abusively worded comment on his social media account criticising the United States, India, and China, as well as major Nepali political parties, including the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP). Nepal 16 Mar, 2026
Ministry launches week-long campaign to control and prevent wild-fire across Nepal Ministry launches week-long campaign to control and prevent wild-fire across Nepal As Nepal enters the dry season, particularly from Falgun to Jestha, the risk of forest fires across the country rises significantly. As Nepal enters the dry season, particularly from Falgun to Jestha, the risk of forest fires across the country rises significantly. Nepal 15 Mar, 2026
Hearing on Lamichhane's writ scheduled for Monday Hearing on Lamichhane's writ scheduled for Monday A division bench of Justices Saranga Subedi and Sunil Kumar Pokharel will continue hearing the petitions. A division bench of Justices Saranga Subedi and Sunil Kumar Pokharel will continue hearing the petitions. Nepal 15 Mar, 2026
SC denies interim order to Kishori Sah, clears path for Matrika Yadav victory SC denies interim order to Kishori Sah, clears path for Matrika Yadav victory A division bench of Justices Binod Sharma and Megharaj Pokharel on Sunday refused to grant the order. A division bench of Justices Binod Sharma and Megharaj Pokharel on Sunday refused to grant the order. Nepal 15 Mar, 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.
