Adverse weather warning issued; public urged to take precautions Adverse weather warning issued; public urged to take precautions According to the Department, the windstorm is expected to commence at around 5:45 pm on Wednesday and persist until 7:45 am on Thursday. According to the Department, the windstorm is expected to commence at around 5:45 pm on Wednesday and persist until 7:45 am on Thursday. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Indigenous Majhi community face increased risk for livelihood due to river encroachment Indigenous Majhi community face increased risk for livelihood due to river... Batule Majhi, a man in his mid-40s from Bhimtar in Indrawati Rural Municipality–11, belongs to the indigenous Majhi community, traditionally known for fishing as their primary source of livelihood. Batule Majhi, a man in his mid-40s from Bhimtar in Indrawati Rural Municipality–11, belongs to the indigenous Majhi community, traditionally known for fishing as their primary source of livelihood. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Traffic Police take action against 2,746 drivers in last 24 hours Traffic Police take action against 2,746 drivers in last 24 hours The Traffic Police have taken action against 2,746 vehicle drivers in the last 24 hours. The Traffic Police have taken action against 2,746 vehicle drivers in the last 24 hours. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Khumbu Icefall finally opens after tense week; Everest season now under way Khumbu Icefall finally opens after tense week; Everest season now under way The Khumbu Icefall route on Mt. Everest is open. The Khumbu Icefall route on Mt. Everest is open. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Syakar Trading launches premium Honda service centres, plans nationwide expansion Syakar Trading launches premium Honda service centres, plans nationwide expansion Syakar Trading Company, under the Padma Jyoti Group, has inaugurated two premium Honda service centres and announced plans to expand its network nationwide. Syakar Trading Company, under the Padma Jyoti Group, has inaugurated two premium Honda service centres and announced plans to expand its network nationwide. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Nepal–EU Tech Forum highlights digital investment prospects Nepal–EU Tech Forum highlights digital investment prospects The Embassy of Nepal in Brussels organised the Nepal–EU Tech Forum 2026 in collaboration with Genese Solution, bringing together policymakers, investors, tech firms and diaspora representatives to explore digital innovation and investment opportunities. The Embassy of Nepal in Brussels organised the Nepal–EU Tech Forum 2026 in collaboration with Genese Solution, bringing together policymakers, investors, tech firms and diaspora representatives to explore digital innovation and investment opportunities. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
New viewpoint identified near Kathmandu offers Everest views at low cost New viewpoint identified near Kathmandu offers Everest views at low cost A new trekking destination offering direct views of Everest and four other 8,000-metre peaks has been identified in the Jugal Himalayan range of Sindhupalchok district, the closest such viewpoint to Kathmandu, in what organisers say could open a significant new chapter in Nepal's domestic and inbound tourism. A new trekking destination offering direct views of Everest and four other 8,000-metre peaks has been identified in the Jugal Himalayan range of Sindhupalchok district, the closest such viewpoint to Kathmandu, in what organisers say could open a significant new chapter in Nepal's domestic and inbound tourism. Nepal 28 Apr, 2026
Ten killed in natural disasters across Nepal in 24 hours Ten killed in natural disasters across Nepal in 24 hours A total of 69 disaster-related incidents were reported nationwide during the period, leaving 25 others injured, the authority said. A total of 69 disaster-related incidents were reported nationwide during the period, leaving 25 others injured, the authority said. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
President Paudel Lays Foundation Stone for Bhanu Literary Park in Tanahun President Paudel Lays Foundation Stone for Bhanu Literary Park in Tanahun Chundiramgha is the birthplace of Bhanubhakta Acharya, revered as Nepal’s Adikavi (Pioneer Poet), and the park is being developed in his honour. Chundiramgha is the birthplace of Bhanubhakta Acharya, revered as Nepal’s Adikavi (Pioneer Poet), and the park is being developed in his honour. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Nepal, ADB sign $40 million concessional loan agreement for digital transformation project Nepal, ADB sign $40 million concessional loan agreement for digital transformation... The agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Finance by Finance Secretary Dr. Ghanashyam Upadhyay and ADB Country Director for Nepal Arnaud Cauchois. The agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Finance by Finance Secretary Dr. Ghanashyam Upadhyay and ADB Country Director for Nepal Arnaud Cauchois. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Govt appoints Narayan Dutta Paudel as APF's 13th IGP Govt appoints Narayan Dutta Paudel as APF's 13th IGP The government has appointed Additional Inspector General Narayan Dutta Paudel as the 13th Inspector General of the Armed Police Force (APF) Nepal. The government has appointed Additional Inspector General Narayan Dutta Paudel as the 13th Inspector General of the Armed Police Force (APF) Nepal. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
NTB CEO Joshi to speak at PATA Annual Summit in South Korea NTB CEO Joshi to speak at PATA Annual Summit in South Korea Nepal Tourism Board CEO Deepak Raj Joshi will join global tourism leaders at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Summit 2026 (PAS 2026), to be held across the South Korean cities of Gyeongju and Pohang from May 11 to 14. Nepal Tourism Board CEO Deepak Raj Joshi will join global tourism leaders at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Annual Summit 2026 (PAS 2026), to be held across the South Korean cities of Gyeongju and Pohang from May 11 to 14. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Sikta Irrigation Project's western main canal not friendly to wildlife Sikta Irrigation Project's western main canal not friendly to wildlife The under-construction Sikta Irrigation Project in the district has turned into a death trap for wildlife. The under-construction Sikta Irrigation Project in the district has turned into a death trap for wildlife. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Indian pilgrim dies of altitude sickness in Mustang Indian pilgrim dies of altitude sickness in Mustang An Indian tourist has died of suspected high-altitude sickness in Jomsom, Mustang, highlighting ongoing health risks for pilgrims visiting high Himalayan destinations. An Indian tourist has died of suspected high-altitude sickness in Jomsom, Mustang, highlighting ongoing health risks for pilgrims visiting high Himalayan destinations. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
Nepal sets 28,500 MW target, eyes 15,000 MW exports in decade-long energy strategy Nepal sets 28,500 MW target, eyes 15,000 MW exports in decade-long energy strategy Nepal has unveiled an ambitious energy consumption growth and export strategy targeting a tenfold increase in per capita electricity consumption and the development of 28,500 megawatts of installed capacity by 2035, as the government moves to transform its hydropower surplus from a seasonal headache into a major revenue stream. Nepal has unveiled an ambitious energy consumption growth and export strategy targeting a tenfold increase in per capita electricity consumption and the development of 28,500 megawatts of installed capacity by 2035, as the government moves to transform its hydropower surplus from a seasonal headache into a major revenue stream. Nepal 27 Apr, 2026
7,642 third-country tourists enter Nepal via Kakarbhitta in nine months 7,642 third-country tourists enter Nepal via Kakarbhitta in nine months Nepal received a total of 7,642 tourists from third countries over the past nine months through the eastern border point at Kakarbhitta. Nepal received a total of 7,642 tourists from third countries over the past nine months through the eastern border point at Kakarbhitta. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
Climber injured on Dhaulagiri rescued after two-day ordeal Climber injured on Dhaulagiri rescued after two-day ordeal A climber who sustained injuries while descending Dhaulagiri in Dhawalagiri Rural Municipality–4 of Myagdi has been successfully rescued after two days. A climber who sustained injuries while descending Dhaulagiri in Dhawalagiri Rural Municipality–4 of Myagdi has been successfully rescued after two days. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
Nationwide drive launched to clear encroached public land Nationwide drive launched to clear encroached public land The government has launched a nationwide campaign to remove illegal structures built on public land, including riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley. The government has launched a nationwide campaign to remove illegal structures built on public land, including riverbanks in the Kathmandu Valley. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
RSP lawmaker Pokharel apologises after widespread criticism for indecent conduct RSP lawmaker Pokharel apologises after widespread criticism for indecent conduct Bishwaraj Pokharel, a member of the House of Representatives elected from Okhaldhunga, has apologised in the face of growing criticism from lawmakers, netizens and members of his own party for mistreating Santadhahadur Magar, the principal of Chandeshwori Secondary School. Bishwaraj Pokharel, a member of the House of Representatives elected from Okhaldhunga, has apologised in the face of growing criticism from lawmakers, netizens and members of his own party for mistreating Santadhahadur Magar, the principal of Chandeshwori Secondary School. Nepal 26 Apr, 2026
Nepal launches first Safari Tourism Mart in Chitwan to boost wildlife tourism Nepal launches first Safari Tourism Mart in Chitwan to boost wildlife tourism The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has launched the country’s first-ever Safari Tourism Mart in Meghauli, aiming to position Nepal as a leading global destination for responsible wildlife tourism. The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has launched the country’s first-ever Safari Tourism Mart in Meghauli, aiming to position Nepal as a leading global destination for responsible wildlife tourism. Nepal 26 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.
