TU vice-chancellor, rector and registrar resigns TU vice-chancellor, rector and registrar resigns The vice chancellor and all three of Tribhuvan University's office holders have resigned in tandem. The vice chancellor and all three of Tribhuvan University's office holders have resigned in tandem. Nepal 01 May, 2026
Probe committee formed into Rolpa jeep accident that killed 20 Probe committee formed into Rolpa jeep accident that killed 20 The government has formed a probe committee to investigate the fatal jeep accident in Rolpa that claimed 20 lives on Thursday. The government has formed a probe committee to investigate the fatal jeep accident in Rolpa that claimed 20 lives on Thursday. Nepal 01 May, 2026
FM Khanal urges Ukraine to release Nepali nationals held as POWs FM Khanal urges Ukraine to release Nepali nationals held as POWs Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held a telephone conversation with his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha on Thursday, discussing bilateral relations and the issue of Nepali nationals detained in Ukraine. Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held a telephone conversation with his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha on Thursday, discussing bilateral relations and the issue of Nepali nationals detained in Ukraine. Nepal 01 May, 2026
Buddha Jayanti, Ubhauli and Workers' Day observed nationwide Buddha Jayanti, Ubhauli and Workers' Day observed nationwide Multiple national and international observances—including the 2570th Buddha Jayanti, Ubhauli Parva of the Kirant community, and the 137th International Workers’ Day—are being marked across Nepal on Friday with various programmes and rituals. Multiple national and international observances—including the 2570th Buddha Jayanti, Ubhauli Parva of the Kirant community, and the 137th International Workers’ Day—are being marked across Nepal on Friday with various programmes and rituals. Nepal 01 May, 2026
2,634 tourists visit Shuklaphanta National Park in six months 2,634 tourists visit Shuklaphanta National Park in six months A total of 2,634 tourists visited Shuklaphanta National Park in the first six months of the current fiscal year. A total of 2,634 tourists visited Shuklaphanta National Park in the first six months of the current fiscal year. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
SC issues mandamus to conclude long-pending transitional justice process SC issues mandamus to conclude long-pending transitional justice process According to the court, the third amendment to the Act relating to transitional justice mechanisms, 2081 (BS), aligns with international standards, Supreme Court verdicts and existing laws. According to the court, the third amendment to the Act relating to transitional justice mechanisms, 2081 (BS), aligns with international standards, Supreme Court verdicts and existing laws. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
1,460 escaped prisoners rearrested in Sudurpaschim in nine months 1,460 escaped prisoners rearrested in Sudurpaschim in nine months Police have arrested 1,460 escaped prisoners in Sudurpaschim Province over the past nine months. Police have arrested 1,460 escaped prisoners in Sudurpaschim Province over the past nine months. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
President Paudel issues Cooperative Ordinance President Paudel issues Cooperative Ordinance President Ramchandra Paudel issued the Cooperative (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2083, on Thursday afternoon. President Ramchandra Paudel issued the Cooperative (First Amendment) Ordinance, 2083, on Thursday afternoon. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
Nearly 400 illegal structures to be demolished along Bagmati Canal in Rautahat Nearly 400 illegal structures to be demolished along Bagmati Canal in Rautahat Authorities have begun demolishing nearly 400 illegally built huts and properties along the Bagmati Irrigation Canal in Chandrapur Municipality-5 and -6, ending a 28-year-long encroachment. Authorities have begun demolishing nearly 400 illegally built huts and properties along the Bagmati Irrigation Canal in Chandrapur Municipality-5 and -6, ending a 28-year-long encroachment. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
Ordinances to end deadlock, not serve vested interests, says PM's advisor Ordinances to end deadlock, not serve vested interests, says PM's advisor Prime Minister Balendra Shah's political advisor Asim Shah has come out in defence of the government's sweeping package of ordinances, pushing back against criticism by arguing the measures are rooted in democratic values and aimed squarely at unblocking a public service delivery system long paralysed by political appointments and legal bottlenecks. Prime Minister Balendra Shah's political advisor Asim Shah has come out in defence of the government's sweeping package of ordinances, pushing back against criticism by arguing the measures are rooted in democratic values and aimed squarely at unblocking a public service delivery system long paralysed by political appointments and legal bottlenecks. Nepal 30 Apr, 2026
40km Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section upgrade begins under MCA-Nepal 40km Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section upgrade begins under MCA-Nepal The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) on Wednesday formally launched the upgradation of the 40-kilometre Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section along the East–West Highway. The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) on Wednesday formally launched the upgradation of the 40-kilometre Dhan Khola–Lamahi road section along the East–West Highway. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Japan, UNDP launch $1.29m project to boost urban climate resilience in Dhangadhi Japan, UNDP launch $1.29m project to boost urban climate resilience in Dhangadhi The Government of Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a USD 1.296 million project to strengthen urban resilience to climate risks in Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City. The Government of Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a USD 1.296 million project to strengthen urban resilience to climate risks in Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
34 killed, 139 injured in 616 disaster incidents in 15 days 34 killed, 139 injured in 616 disaster incidents in 15 days At least 34 people have died and 139 others were injured in 616 disaster-related incidents reported across the country over the past 15 days, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. At least 34 people have died and 139 others were injured in 616 disaster-related incidents reported across the country over the past 15 days, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
1.2 million driving licences printed as ICT Ministry unveils one-month progress 1.2 million driving licences printed as ICT Ministry unveils one-month progress The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has reported significant progress in service delivery and digital reforms within one month of the new minister, Dr. Bikram Timilsina, assuming office, aligning with the government’s 100-point governance reform agenda. The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has reported significant progress in service delivery and digital reforms within one month of the new minister, Dr. Bikram Timilsina, assuming office, aligning with the government’s 100-point governance reform agenda. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
DoT warns against 'overnight stay' packages at Everest Base Camp DoT warns against 'overnight stay' packages at Everest Base Camp The Department of Tourism (DoT) has warned trekking agencies against promoting or operating overnight stay packages at expedition camps, including Everest Base Camp, without prior approval. The Department of Tourism (DoT) has warned trekking agencies against promoting or operating overnight stay packages at expedition camps, including Everest Base Camp, without prior approval. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Khumbu Icefall route opened, but risks persist: SPCC Khumbu Icefall route opened, but risks persist: SPCC The route through the Khumbu Icefall on Mt Everest has been opened for the Spring 2026 climbing season, though significant risks remain at a critical section, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) said. The route through the Khumbu Icefall on Mt Everest has been opened for the Spring 2026 climbing season, though significant risks remain at a critical section, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC) said. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
FM holds separate meetings with Norway, EU envoys FM holds separate meetings with Norway, EU envoys Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held separate courtesy meetings with the ambassadors of Norway and the European Union in Kathmandu on Tuesday. Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal held separate courtesy meetings with the ambassadors of Norway and the European Union in Kathmandu on Tuesday. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Nepalgunj to host first Tharu Food Festival from April 30 Nepalgunj to host first Tharu Food Festival from April 30 Nepalgunj city will host its first Tharu indigenous food festival beginning April 30, running for three days in an effort to preserve and promote the culinary traditions of the Tharu community. Nepalgunj city will host its first Tharu indigenous food festival beginning April 30, running for three days in an effort to preserve and promote the culinary traditions of the Tharu community. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Nepal Micro Insurance Chair Ashish Shrestha arrested Nepal Micro Insurance Chair Ashish Shrestha arrested The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Ashish Shrestha, the chairperson of Nepal Micro Insurance Company Ltd, today as the probe into the sensational securities scam expanded. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested Ashish Shrestha, the chairperson of Nepal Micro Insurance Company Ltd, today as the probe into the sensational securities scam expanded. Nepal 29 Apr, 2026
Portugal Deputy FM to visit Nepal Portugal Deputy FM to visit Nepal Deputy Foreign Minister of Portugal, Dr Ana Isabel Xavier, is arriving in Nepal on an official visit from April 29 to May 1 at the invitation of Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai. Deputy Foreign Minister of Portugal, Dr Ana Isabel Xavier, is arriving in Nepal on an official visit from April 29 to May 1 at the invitation of Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai. Nepal 29 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.
