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Restrictions remain across 10 local units as authorities continue talks over martyr status, compensation and legal action against those responsible for the violence.

Relatives and eyewitnesses say authorities failed to contain tensions before a local dispute escalated into fatal clashes.

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In the midst of India's recent 'cockroach' movement, four countries in South Asia witnessed major anti-government movements and upheavals within the past four years. Among these, the movements in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal directly led to the fall of governments. In comparison, India's movement ended merely with the resignation of the education minister.

Nepal's proposed digital mobility regulations have stalled approval amid disputes over fare caps, commission limits, and the use of privately registered vehicles, despite months of consultations.

A country's most popular sport is in deep crisis, with domestic leagues stalled, an indefinite FIFA suspension imposed, and top players leaving for opportunities abroad, signaling a systemic collapse in sports governance.

Security agencies recommended coordinated political and administrative steps to prevent local disputes from escalating into wider unrest.

Nepal's Prime Minister and President have not held substantive consultations in four months, interacting only on formal occasions.

Three days after deadly clashes in Dewanganj, residents and opposition leaders question the government’s response as curfews and high security persist.

Hundreds of thousands of ailing people suffered due to a nationwide strike of doctors protesting against physical assaults on them. Emergency wards were overwhelmed.

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Acting Speaker of the National Parliament Kaiser Kamal received a courtesy visit on Wednesday at his office from Nepal's Ambassador to Bangladesh, Ghanshyam Bhandari. During this meeting, they agreed on making SAARC effective. This was announced in a press release from the National Parliament Secretariat.

La population de tigres au Népal a continué d’augmenter et compte désormais 429 individus, ont annoncé mercredi les autorités de ce pays himalayen, où les efforts déployés depuis plusieurs années pour préserver ce félin portent leurs fruits. Mais les conflits avec l’Homme sont eux aussi en hausse.

As officials debated escalation risks, the government reshuffled security leadership while questions emerged over coordination, intelligence assessment and crisis management.

Families of those killed will receive Rs200,000 each, while those injured and affected by arson will get Rs50,000 under an eight-point plan to restore peace.

Draft law proposes higher compensation for deaths and injuries, mandatory insurance, clearer rules on delays, baggage and cargo, aligning Nepal’s domestic aviation regime more closely with global standards.

Rocks and soil left on the road during hill-cutting works have narrowed the highway and increased safety risks during the monsoon.

Shahi was appointed after Yamalal Kandel resigned as chief minister; he secured support from 24 lawmakers in the 40-member provincial assembly.

The number of tigers in Nepal has risen by roughly a fifth over the past four years, wildlife officials say, strengthening the Himalayan's reputation for conservation. But as the number of tigers in the wild has risen, the number of tiger attacks on humans has increased with it.

The latest census of the tiger population in Nepal reports the presence of 429 individuals, compared to 355 in 2022. An increase that the authorities are pleased about, having implemented a program several years ago to increase the number of tigers.

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From a force for democratic change to a diminished role, civil society is struggling to find its place in a transformed political landscape.

Tiger numbers increased in most protected areas, with Chitwan recording 145 big cats, while Bardiya saw a decline from 125 to 112.

A speeding truck carrying alcohol struck a child and two elderly men on the Taulihawa–Bahadurganj postal road, triggering local protests at the accident site.

Sunsari, situated in southeastern Nepal along the border with India's Bihar, is a crucial transit and commercial corridor between the two countries

Restructuring will eliminate ten secretary-level positions and reduce dozens of senior administrative posts as the Shah administration pushes ahead with governance reforms.

INDIA’S Gen Z uprising may not have swept away the government as it did in Bangladesh and Nepal , but it has certainly challenged an increasingly repressive system. Led by students and disgruntled youth, the protests — triggered by widespread allegations of leaked exam papers — grew into a mass movement. Demanding justice for the millions of students affected and for the reportedly dozens of suicides linked to the scandal, the protests, unprecedented in their scale, began in New Delhi and quickly spread to many parts of the country.

Rescuers race to find survivors trapped in collapsed shopping mall as power outages, damaged roads and aftershock fears hamper relief efforts.

Though official dates for the third season remain unannounced, NPL franchises are shifting into high gear, led by Pokhara Avengers’ double-act of Shakib Al Hasan and head coach Ajantha Mendis.

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Police traced financial deal between Dr Nutan Sharma and the intermediary after the extraction, but investigation did not proceed against suspects.

The Nepal Medical Association says aggression against doctors has increased, with more than 90 cases of physical and verbal abuse registered over the past 10 months.

India and Nepal have initiated a new era of rail connectivity. The first direct commercial container freight train arrived in Nepal last week. This new service is expected to significantly reduce transit times and logistics costs.

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Nepali media had reported that Mr. Shah’s advisor discussed the visit with NSA Ajit Doval during a visit to Delhi in early July; formal invite sent through diplomatic channels after PM Modi’s congratulatory remark

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The veteran Nepali Congress leader, who steered the party during Sher Bahadur Deuba’s imprisonment and played a crucial role in bringing the Maoists into mainstream politics, dies after battling cancer.

Spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs says he has no information about Nepal’s emissary’s visit to India.

The veteran performer will present a selection of his classic hits and recent compositions alongside his musician son at the upcoming edition of the intimate music series.

Tatopani is shut by landslides, Rasuwagadhi remains constrained after flood damage, and Korala handles only limited cargo, disrupting imports ahead of the festive season.

Successful deployment would give Chinese chipmakers an alternative source of equipment if Western governments further restrict exports or servicing of foreign lithography tools.

Nearly a year after Bimal BK died in Baghdad, his family learned that his body had already been buried despite repeated assurances it would be repatriated to Nepal.

Schools and colleges halt classes amid security concerns and possible transport disruptions following the deadly clash in Dewanganj’s Kaptanganj area.

Two family members die, and two others are injured after a canal embankment gives way, burying the granary where they had been living in Madhya Nepal Municipality.

Authorities lift the curfew but retain limits on gatherings in Dewanganj and Harinagar after Sunday’s communal clash left one dead and nine injured in security force firing.

The Nepal Medical Association announces a nationwide protest and Tuesday shutdown of non-emergency services after the Narayani Hospital attack, while Birgunj doctors submit mass resignations.

The directive comes as the Nepal Medical Association suspends non-emergency services nationwide over the Narayani Hospital attack, while the ministry says authorities are taking steps to bring those involved to justice.

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In 2014, 16 Nepali Sherpas died in a major avalanche. After this, when protests began demanding better working conditions, the Everest expedition was halted. Then the following year, that is, in April 2015, a powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.8 struck Nepal.

My latest book, “On The Hippie Trail,” is an almost-too-intimate recount of my 1978 overland journey from Istanbul to Kathmandu. It’s also my oldest book, as it’s essentially my journal from that trip, which was packed away upon returning, and…

Andy DuBois, one of ultra-running’s leading coaches, says Nepal has everything needed to dominate the sport—except sustained support for its athletes.

Voters don’t just vote—they demand answers from their representatives, expect them to voice their concerns in Parliament and actively listen to them.

One person was killed and nine suffered gunshot wounds, most above the waist, after security forces opened fire during communal violence in Dewanganj.

Nepal’s problem is not resources, but a government unwilling to expand revenue and a private sector content with imports.

The food import bill rebounded to Rs434 billion last fiscal year amid rising demand, shrinking farm labour and stagnant agricultural productivity.

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Senior leaders of the UML and NCP have questioned the political logic behind reviving cooperation and objected to the way the deal was reached.

An opinion piece argues that young people, particularly those associated with the so-called 'cockroach movement,' should be included in education reform efforts as collaborators.

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Senior Bihar police official Nilesh Kumar said no one was ​wounded and that a constable, part of an intelligence unit “which deals with dreaded, hard-core criminals”, had been issued the assault rifle.

Health workers in Birgunj are demanding legal action and stronger security after an attack on healthcare staff, leaving medical services disrupted.

Emergency pest control measures have been launched in Purbakhola after a fast-spreading infestation damaged newly transplanted rice crops in multiple wards.

Lalmati Koli’s body was washed away from a riverbank burial, forcing relatives to rebury her as a lack of mourners prevented a proper funeral.

DEM Parti İstanbul Milletvekili Cengiz Çiçek, Çalışma ve Sosyal Güvenlik Bakanlığına "2017 yılından bu yana Euro Nepal ile diğer özel istihdam büroları ve aracı şirketler üzerinden Türkiye’ye kaç göçmen işçi getirilmiş ve işyerlerine yerleştirilmiştir? Bu işçilerin yıllara, uyruklarına, aracılık faaliyetini yürüten kurumlara ve çalıştırıldıkları şirketlere göre dağılımı nedir" sorularını yöneltti.

Mustang property tops Robb Report’s 2026 list of the 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth, marking a major milestone for Nepal’s luxury tourism sector.

The Nagdhunga-Sisnekhola Tunnel, constructed with Japanese aid, has opened with access initially restricted to emergency vehicles as authorities implement toll and safety regulations.

A communal clash between two religious communities in Nepal's Sunsari district killed one person and injured several others, including security personnel, leading authorities to impose indefinite prohibitory orders in five market areas. The violence erupted in the Kaptangunj area of Devgunj rural municipality over a dispute involving loudspeakers and religious flags.

Prohibitory orders took effect at 7:00 a.m. in five market areas of Sunsari district in Nepal's Koshi province, according to the District Administration Office.

A statement contrasting the government's 'Prosperous Nepal' vision with citizens facing daily risks while traveling.

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Newly-elected IPPAN President Mohan Kumar Dangi emphasises the necessity of power trading rights for private developers, the causes behind the PPA backlog and the strategic roadmaps required to transform Nepal’s energy sector.

A dispute over loud music during a procession escalated into violence, leaving 22 people injured, including 13 security personnel.

A dispute over canal alignment in Kailali has delayed an irrigation expansion project covering 17,500 hectares, putting the 2028-29 completion target in jeopardy.

A chef who discovered Brittany's food culture in France has opened a restaurant in Pokhara, Nepal, where French recipes are combined with local Nepali ingredients.

Women in Nepal's hill districts risk their lives daily while searching for grass and firewood to sustain livestock that are vital to rural livelihoods.

Despite extensive investigative efforts involving over 1,000 interviews and DNA testing, investigators have not identified the perpetrator in a criminal case, leaving the victim's family still seeking justice.

A commentary notes that while public participation in a market has increased, it has not been accompanied by corresponding growth in market maturity, available instruments, or institutional strength.

Buyers have developed a habit of trusting the tag on a package rather than demanding proof of the product’s actual quality.

Hospital chief says the previous funding limit forced many poor families to take their children home without treatment, so they revised the ceiling.

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Reconocido como Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la UNESCO, el Parque Nacional de Chitwan, en Nepal, es todo un santuario de biodiversidad De dos mil kilómetros cuadrados, este parque nacional alberga playas, bosques, cascadas y nueve grandes montañas Portugal solo tiene un Parque Nacional y este es el castillo que lo protege Nepal es un país de contrastes que va mucho más allá de las cumbres nevadas del Himalaya , que ofrece a quien lo visita tesoros naturales en sus tierras bajas del sur. En la región del Terai se encuentra el Parque Nacional de Chitwan , un santuario de biodiversidad que fue el primero en ser declarado como tal en 1973. Este antiguo coto de caza real, hoy reconocido como Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la UNESCO , protege un ecosistema único de casi mil kilómetros cuadrados.

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Police say two suspects have been arrested after the MBS question paper surfaced in a WhatsApp group minutes into the examination.

Nepal may soon allow its citizens to use a biometric National Identity Card as a third accepted ID when traveling to India by air or land.

A one-kilometer road stretch is set to be expanded into an eight-lane road with service lanes, with construction expected to start before the Dashain festival pending successful tender proceedings.

Nepal banned the use of Indian currency notes above ₹100, restricting travelers to lower denominations while keeping the overall carrying limit at ₹25,000, in the wake of India's demonetisation policy.

The Nepal Rastra Bank confirmed that Indian ₹500 and ₹1,000 notes issued before November 9, 2016, remain banned in Nepal, reiterating existing currency regulations.

After weeks of escalation, uncertainty over US strategy is growing as allies and adversaries assess the impact of a conflict that is already disrupting shipping and oil flows.

A cricket team that achieved notable One Day International results in 2023 is currently underperforming in League 2, with recurring weaknesses affecting their ability to score competitive totals.

Nepal's central bank has clarified rules permitting Indian and Nepalese citizens to carry Indian rupee notes of 200 and 500 denominations (issued after November 2016) worth up to 25,000 when entering or leaving the country, while older notes remain banned.

A diplomatic proposal has been sent to New Delhi, and Nepal's Department of Immigration is awaiting a formal response, though details of the proposal remain unclear.

Wholesale prices surged 8.47 percent in mid-June, driven by a spike in fuel and energy costs, raising concerns that higher production costs will soon feed into consumer prices ahead of the Dashain festival.

Nepal’s new leaders must look past the glamour of high office and recognise that effective foreign strength begins with solid domestic policy.

A breakdown of cities in the American Midwest for Nepali students to decide where cost of living and career prospects line up best.

Civil servants describe a climate of fear, political interference and deep uncertainty as the Shah government pushes sweeping administrative reforms.

Successive governments have delayed signing new agreements since 2022, citing low domestic consumption, inadequate transmission infrastructure and limited export prospects.

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A video showing three schoolgirls from Rolpa has drawn widespread online attention, prompting rights groups to warn about privacy violations, exploitation risks, and potential long-term harm to the children.

Nepal's communist parties have negotiated a distribution of provincial government control, with the CPN-UML taking leadership in three provinces and the Nepali Communist Party in two others.

Officials from Nepal's Department of Immigration met with Indian Embassy representatives to discuss recognition of Nepal's national ID card, receiving a positive response to the proposal.

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Doctors recommend immediate admission after his blood sugar and blood pressure levels fall sharply on third day of hunger strike.

The ​collision involved a bus carrying members of the Internal Security Forces and ​a civilian passenger bus, ​SANA reported, citing the interior ministry.

Nepali para-swimmers, marginalized by societal and state neglect, discover purpose and competitive drive in the water as they train for upcoming competitions in Japan.

Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch, and the International Court of Justice have warned that recent changes to judicial appointment rules and alleged pressure on judges could undermine judicial independence.

A stock market benchmark closed at 2,734.60 points with gains in key sectors, though trading volume eased slightly after a debenture-fueled rally the previous week.

A viral video of Nepal’s Minister Sita Badi nursing a rescued infant has sparked public attention over conditions at the Nepal Children’s Organisation shelter.

A growing trend of filming and confronting civil servants on camera for social media clicks is blurring the line between journalism and intimidation.

Experts say the export surge is driven by tariff arbitrage rather than genuine domestic value addition, while Indian edible oil refiners urge New Delhi to curb duty-free imports from Nepal.

After 26 years in the Nepali Army, former colonel Sudeep KC now uses the precision he honed as a soldier to track and photograph Nepal’s rare birds, mammals and landscapes.

Despite Nepal’s legal ban on marriage before the age of 20, many girls continue to marry underage and become pregnant during their teenage years.

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An activist who helped lead Nepal's youth uprising that toppled the government in September 2025 now monitors the new leaders from civil society.

India's youth-led Cockroach movement is demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over exam paper leaks, following a surge in protests that have drawn tens of thousands to the capital. The government has requested more time to respond to these demands, as tensions rise amid clashes with police and disruptions in parliament.

From Everest bungee to water parks and ziplines, entrepreneurs say overlapping laws, unclear policies and lengthy approval processes are slowing investment in Nepal’s growing adventure tourism sector.

Unidentified assailants attack Ganesh Paudel from behind after a public meeting in Rautahat and flee, as police say the suspects have been identified.

A faction led by Deuba is seeking a review of the Supreme Court's ruling that upheld the Election Commission's recognition of Gagan Thapa's leadership. This action reopens the party's legitimacy battle ahead of the general convention.

A political party has instructed its Members of Parliament (MPs) to hire personal secretaries through an open competitive process. This directive prohibits family appointments and mandates transparency checks for all state-funded positions.

Protest leaders are scheduled to meet with ministers to discuss the exam paper leak scandal. However, they have stated that nationwide demonstrations will persist until their demands are fully addressed.

The chief advisor to Prime Minister Balendra Shah has denied reports of his travel, though sources indicate he visited New Delhi in early July.

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New Section 301 duties replace expiring temporary tariff, targeting imports from 60 trading partners while citing forced labour concerns.

If executive leadership is described as synonymous with ‘the government,’ citizens may come to view independent constitutional institutions as subordinate extensions of the PM’s office.

Foreign investment pledges declined to Rs58 billion in the last fiscal year amid political instability although actual FDI inflows more than doubled.

Every monsoon brings fresh fears for Malagaun families waiting for a permanent home after their village was declared unsafe.

The BJP is so drunk on years of power and popularity that it seems to think it is invincible and fully insulated from any public ire.

Agrawal, who had been absconding in the case, was taken into custody by the Central Investigation Bureau after being linked to a case in which Deepak Bhatta is also named as a defendant.

Proposed amendments to the Integrated Tourism Bill have drawn sharp criticism from hoteliers, who say room rates should be determined by demand and supply. Proposals also seek to tighten rules on star ratings and promote green and heritage tourism.

A mock courtroom trial turns into a disturbing examination of misogyny, collective judgment and the ease with which ordinary people become complicit in cruelty.

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A 12 percent decrease in domestic passenger numbers has placed considerable financial pressure on airlines, occurring alongside a general increase in airfares across the industry.

Business leaders have expressed renewed confidence following recent meetings, though observers caution that the ultimate success of any initiatives hinges on the involvement of ministries that were largely absent from the discussions.

Dissident leaders have announced plans for a national gathering on August 14 and have issued a warning that they will form a new political party if their attempts to restore unity within their movement fail.

Nepal's electricity exports have surged, with hydropower generation exceeding domestic consumption during the monsoon season. This has led to the country achieving a surplus of Rs18.76 billion in its electricity trade.

Nepal's government, led by Balendra Shah, has spent its first 100 days establishing sovereign equality with foreign envoys, indicating a focus on diplomatic groundwork.

The author questions whether a nation of 1.5 billion people can be continuously deceived, suggesting that such a state is unsustainable and that a significant, potentially disruptive, movement ('The Cockroaches are out and about') is emerging.

Wangchuk has concluded a 26-day hunger strike. However, protesters have rejected the government's response and are persisting in their demands for the education minister's resignation following the leak of entrance exam papers.

Viral mountain destinations are drawing thousands of visitors, but the region's tourism ambitions are threatened by neglected infrastructure.

An orthopaedic surgeon and activist plans to start an indefinite hunger strike in Dhangadhi on Thursday, stating that the government has ignored previous agreements and failed to address his demands for reform.

The government has compensated 104 farmers after culling over 835,000 birds, with officials indicating that further claims may necessitate an additional Rs100 million.

Riverbank erosion is threatening dozens of homes in Gaurishankar Rural Municipality, while flooding in the Tamakoshi river has cut a key road link to the Tarai region.

Officials cannot provide a firm completion date for a 5.67 billion rupee project, and Parliament is still operating out of temporary chambers.

Four months after coming to power, the party’s inexperience and lack of understanding of the political exigencies are coming to light.

New visa requirement adds thousands of rupees to migration costs as Nepal says the programme was introduced without bilateral agreement.

Children from Kathmandu’s holding centres endure hours in traffic to reach their schools, sparking debate over whether to prioritise school continuity or proximity.

Students from grades 9 to 12 pay thousands of rupees in government-imposed charges every year, even as the constitution and the Act Relating to Compulsory and Free Education guarantee free education up to the secondary level.

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India's 15-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has become the youngest player globally to score a fifty in men's international cricket, achieving this milestone in just 18 balls during the first T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare. His performance, which included 4 fours and 4 sixes, contributed to India's pursuit of a 126-run target.

Nepal handed over the presidency of the Economic and Social Council to Algeria today, with discussions focusing on a vision for a more streamlined and results-oriented Council.

Climbing Mount Everest is already one of the world’s toughest challenges, but Romanian mountaineer Mădălin “Cris” Cristea decided to make it even harder by beginning his expedition more than 1,100 kilometers away, on the shores of the Indian Ocean. Over 113 days earlier this year, he walked across India and Nepal, reached the summit, and returned to the sea, covering a total of over 2,200 km. The expedition was the third stage of his tougher take on the Seven Summits project - an attempt to climb the highest peak on every continent by starting at sea level, walking to the mountain, reaching the summit, and returning to the nearest ocean on foot.

These protests signify a profound shift in how the youth have shattered a manufactured climate of fear and collectively reclaimed their democratic voice.

Nepal is considering sweeping reforms to Mount Everest climbing regulations, including mandatory prior climbs of 7,000- and 8,000-metre peaks, auctioning of permits, stricter insurance requirements, and environmental safeguards to address overcrowding and safety concerns.

Dixit is a theatre practitioner and educator who co-founded Phulbari Playback Theatre, using participatory theatre and storytelling to explore themes of care, memory, and social justice through a feminist lens.

APF FC has committed to developing an 11-year-old viral football sensation, offering her comprehensive education and elite training as part of a professional development pathway.

Average tourist stay hit a record 16.34 days in 2025, but daily spending fell to $33.09, the second-lowest on record. Hoteliers blame weak transport safety, price wars and political disruptions for keeping high-value travellers away despite a boom in luxury hospitality.

The country’s 26-place fall in the Global Peace Index follows the deadly unrest last September, but experts say deeper weaknesses in governance, public trust, and democratic institutions are at the root of the decline.

From home healthcare and Braille-to-Unicode tools to AI-powered farming and tourism, young innovators unveil practical solutions at the ‘Code for Impact’ hackathon.

Burnham will use his first speech to set ​out a path for “a more stable and responsible politics”, his office said in a statement.

Between day-job spreadsheets and borrowed tracks, self-coached sprinter Aayush Kunwar quietly rewrote Nepal’s athletic history.

An elderly couple say they repaid nearly Rs1.6 million on loans worth Rs480,000, but their mortgaged land remains out of reach.

The prime minister will separately meet Srivastava and Zhang this week after the government completed its first 100 days.

A student-led campaign changed the law, but has reignited debate over personal freedom, school discipline, and how far the state should regulate schools.

Minister Wagle says the prime minister’s announcement followed consultations, with the legal process now being prepared to suspend the proposed equity fees.

Hundreds of families uprooted by park’s expansion decades ago remain in limbo, living under plastic shelters as another monsoon arrives.

Consumers making purchases worth more than Rs100 can enter the scheme, with one daily winner taking home Rs133,034 and two monthly winners receiving Rs1 million each.

Police are investigating a vehicle fire in a public area after a parked car was found engulfed in flames; the victim's identity has not yet been established.

Two brothers from Sarlahi, Nepal have spent 20 days in detention for transporting fertiliser across an international border and are expected to be freed on bail Tuesday after diplomatic intervention secured their release.

International Monetary Fund officials discussed Nepal's progress under its Extended Credit Facility program, reviewed regional economic risks from Middle East tensions, and assessed banking sector reforms and anti-money-laundering compliance related to FATF grey-list status.

A large population of Asian openbill storks has established a breeding colony in Chitwan wetland, utilizing dead trees emerging from the water as nesting sites during the breeding season.

A protest movement says the government has agreed to consider its demands after organizing nationwide rallies, though police continued deploying tear gas and detaining demonstrators during a march to parliament.

Authorities position 155 machines along vulnerable highways as monsoon landslides repeatedly disrupt traffic across the country.

The tremor, with its epicentre near Kol area of Rukum East, was felt in neighbouring districts and parts of the Kathmandu Valley.

Citizens seeking routine services are left waiting for hours or returning for days as recurring server failures disrupt the Digital Nepal initiative.

Reduced to a minority after the UML withdrew support, the chief minister is banking on talks in Kathmandu as the province remains trapped in a fiscal vacuum.

Police block march to parliament as hunger-striking activist Sonam Wangchuk sets conditions to end his fast and protesters demand action over examination paper leaks.

The education reformer and environmental activist has emerged as the unlikely leader of a youth movement challenging Narendra Modi's government over examination paper leaks, with his hunger strike drawing nationwide support.

Key road links across Koshi and Bagmati provinces have been shut or partially reopened as authorities warn travellers to check road conditions before setting out.

Majid Ansari has detailed allegations of violent arrest and accused the security apparatus of systemic failures and state-sponsored intimidation in an apparent account of his detention.

Farmers arrested in Nepal for purchasing fertiliser across the border as chronic domestic shortages force agricultural communities into illegal smuggling to sustain their livelihoods.

A court ruling in Nepal has forced wildlife authorities to balance conservation with the protection of elephant safari tourism and the jobs it supports, particularly in the country's premier wildlife destinations.

Kathmandu Valley authorities are evicting landless families from riverbank settlements and sending them back to their home districts, citing insufficient urban land for resettlement programs.

Safety measures including improved driver awareness and stricter traffic enforcement have lowered crash rates on a dangerous highway corridor, though rockfall and landslides triggered by rainfall continue to endanger commuters.

Hujan monsun di India dan Nepal menyebabkan banjir dan tanah longsor, menewaskan 25 orang. Cuaca ekstrem diperkirakan akan berlanjut dalam beberapa hari.

An earthquake measuring magnitude 4.5 struck Nepal on July 19, 2026, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, with approximately 3.7 million people potentially affected within a 100-kilometer radius.

Television footage on Saturday showed dozens of security personnel, some in ​plain clothes, holding large white cloth sheets like a curtain on a stage that had been created for the protest before Wangchuk was taken away.

The Vikram-1 rocket lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota at 0635 GMT, leaving behind a plume of fire and smoke dubbed “Mission Aagaman”.

Wangchuk’s wife alleges he is being held illegally after security personnel moved him to a state-run hospital as his health weakened during a hunger strike.

From exhausted doctors to victims of violence and loan sharking, people continue to gather at Maitighar seeking answers from a government that came to power promising change.

Citizens seeking routine services are left waiting for hours or returning for days as server outages expose the fragility of the Digital Nepal initiative.

Inland Revenue Department issues directives to implement new fiscal measures, including electricity VAT, health and education levies, and revised tax rules from new fiscal year.

Wildlife officials dart and fit satellite collar on wild bull elephant ‘Dhurbe’ after a 10-day search, hoping to prevent further deadly encounters with people.

DRS Gaming and Horaa Esports fly Nepal’s flag at the Esports World Cup as players chase historic success abroad while warning that a lack of domestic tournaments and government support threatens the industry at home.

The revised law introduces tougher penalties for misuse of public funds and replaces the lowest-bid system with an average bid method