Nepal celebrates platinum jubilee of Mt Kanchenjunga's first ascent On 25 May 1955, Joe Brown and George Band, members of a British expedition, made history by becoming the first climbers to summit Mt. Kangchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak. Nepal 24 Apr, 2025
How India and Nepal can thrive amidst US tariffs: Bilateral trade, shared industrial efforts and regional partnerships The recent tariffs imposed by the United States on Indian imports have undoubtedly sparked concerns about economic disruptions. Opinion 03 Apr, 2025
Federal Democratic Republic grants right to hold those in power accountable: President Paudel President Ramchandra Paudel has stated that the federal democratic republic is the system Nepali citizens gained through great sacrifices, ensuring that they would no longer remain ruled but become sovereign citizens. This system, he emphasized, provides citizens the right to hold those in power accountable. Nepal 24 Mar, 2025
NTB, UNDP sign $5 million Sustainable Tourism Project The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have jointly launched the Sustainable Tourism Project (STP) to generate employment and livelihood opportunities for local communities by improving tourism facilities and services, skilling the workforce, and promoting tourist destinations. Nepal 22 Mar, 2025
Tourist arrivals: Reality and tourism's future The Statistics Bureau of Nepal recently released the National Hotel and Restaurants Survey, which put the number of hotels at 14,563. Nepal Tourism Statistics 2023 shows there are 1,401 star and tourist standard hotels in the country with 53,365 rooms. Opinion 20 Jan, 2025
Khumbu locals speak out against heli operations Tourist season in the Everest region occurs twice a year: In the spring and autumn. Nepal 10 Jan, 2025
Elevating Chitwan's Tourism: Pioneering Luxury and Nature-Based Experiences Tourism in Chitwan traces its roots back to 1876 AD when the Nepali rulers hosted a British royal hunting expedition. Opinion 08 Jan, 2025
BRI to be discussed during PM Oli's official visit Amidst Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's visit and all of the buzz surrounding the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) deal in the diplomatic and political arenas, Joint Secretary and Spokesperson Krishna Prasad Dhakal for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the BRI is on the table and will be discussed. Nepal 01 Dec, 2024
'The future of tourism in Nepal will increasingly rely on digital innovation' Travel and tourism are driving growth and employment across the world. By 2033, the industry is expected to be worth $15.5 trillion and account for 11.6 per cent of the global economy, according to Bloomberg. Business 13 Nov, 2024
Tourists flock to Parbat during Dashain Tourists from both within Nepal and abroad have flocked to various touristic destinations in Myagdi during this Dashain festival, seeking to make the most of their holiday season. Nepal 15 Oct, 2024
"I am excited to unlock the full potential of our partnership" “The Focus Group Discussion on Embracing Nepal’s Post-LDC Era for Thai Economic Opportunities was nothing short of a success,” said Suwapong Sirisorn, Ambassador of Thailand to Nepal, Reflecting on the Focus Group Discussion to the Himalayan Times. Kathmandu 23 Sep, 2024
The disappearing youth of Nepal: A national dilemma Nepal is grappling with a significant challenge: the widespread exodus of its young population. Opinion 08 Sep, 2024
