Journalist Kishor Shrestha Arrested Over Alleged Privacy Act Violation Linked To Janaastha PublicationAug 13
Landlord Says “Leave Tomorrow”? Here’s What Nepal’s Law Says About Evicting a TenantA landlord cannot legally force a tenant to leave overnight without following Nepal’s rental laws. The National Civil Code, 2074 provides rules on rental agreements, eviction, repairs, and the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. Understanding these protections can help renters and property owners avoid disputes and know what the law actually allows.Aug 12
Nepal’s Cybercrime and Social Media Laws: Tested Against Real CasesAs social media becomes a bigger part of everyday life, Nepal faces the challenge of protecting free expression while addressing cybercrime. This article examines how laws on hacking, online fraud, defamation, and privacy are applied through real cases and what they mean for ordinary internet users.Jul 31
Why Did Nepal’s Court Grant Shekhar Golchha Bail? Here’s What The Case Is Really AboutBusinessman Shekhar Golchha has been released after the Kathmandu District Court ordered him to furnish Rs 1 crore in bail following a detention hearing related to insurance and securities offence cases. The criminal cases, based on a Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) investigation, will continue in court while Golchha remains out on bail after submitting a bank guarantee.Jul 29
The Border That Millions Cross Without a PassportThe Nepal India open border supports millions of crossings for work, trade, healthcare, education, and family visits. However, trafficking, smuggling, and illegal migration remain concerns, requiring stronger cooperation and modern security.Jul 29
Baglung Teen Murder: 17-Year-Old Student Allegedly Killed by Friends Over iPhone During Birthday PartyA birthday celebration in Baglung turned into a shocking murder case after a 17-year-old student was allegedly beaten to death by his own friends following a dispute over an iPhone. The incident has shocked the local community and raised concerns about youth violence and alcohol consumption among teenagers.Jul 26
TU MBS Question Paper Shared On WhatsApp Minutes After Exam Began, Two ArrestedA Tribhuvan University MBS first-semester question paper was circulated through a WhatsApp group containing more than 1,000 members shortly after the examination began. Police have detained two people, while the university has formed a committee to investigate the leak.Jul 26
Former Nepal Micro Insurance CEO Mrigendra Nath Rimal Arrested by CIB in Dipak Bhatt InvestigationFormer Nepal Micro Insurance CEO Mrigendra Nath Rimal has been arrested by CIB in connection with the ongoing investigation involving businessman Dipak Bhatt.Jul 23
World Cup Night Turns Fatal: What Happened Inside a Bhaktapur Hotel?A 27-year-old man, Raj Karki, died during treatment after a dispute reportedly escalated into a fight involving several groups at a hotel in Ghyampedanda, Bhaktapur. Police have questioned around 30 people, but no suspect had been arrested at the time of the initial report, while a postmortem was expected to help establish the exact cause of death.Jul 21
Arrested In Nepal: Know What Police Can And Cannot Legally Do Being arrested in Nepal does not mean losing your rights or being found guilty. Police must have a lawful reason, explain the arrest, allow access to a lawyer, present the detainee before a judicial authority within 24 hours, and protect them from torture or unlawful detention.Jul 19
Nepali Worker's Death In Bengaluru Sparks Murder Allegations, Family Demands JusticeA 21-year-old Nepali migrant worker from Bajura, Gajendra Bishwakarma, died in a Bengaluru hospital after allegedly being assaulted during a dispute, prompting Indian police to arrest two Nepali nationals while another suspect remains at large. The victim's family has refused to receive the body until all those involved are arrested and has appealed to both the Nepali government and migrant organizations for justice.Jul 16
Inside Nepal Police's Drug Bust That Led To Seven Arrests In Two Border CasesNepal Police arrested seven people, including five Indian nationals, in separate anti-drug operations in Pokhara and Sunsari, seizing a large quantity of controlled narcotics. Authorities say both cases are under investigation as police continue efforts to curb cross-border drug trafficking.Jul 14
Mystery Vehicle Blockade Outside Media Houses And Gagan Thapa’s Residence Triggers Investigation And Political QuestionsFive vehicles were mysteriously parked outside major media houses, BhatBhateni Super Market, and Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa’s residence in Kathmandu, raising concerns over possible political pressure and threats to press freedom.Jul 14
Fact Check: Viral Imadol Image Claiming Surendra Bhatta Was Urinating Is AI-Generated And MisleadingA fact-check has confirmed that the viral image claiming Surendra Bhatt was merely urinating when a woman recorded him in Imadol was generated using AI and does not depict a real event. Investigators also found that the accompanying narrative originated from a fictional social media story, while police continue investigating the case based on the complainant's allegations.Jul 10
Supreme Court Orders Audio-Video Recording Of Suspect Statements In Serious Criminal CasesThe Supreme Court has directed the government to make audio-video recording mandatory while taking statements from suspects in serious criminal cases to protect detainees’ rights and strengthen investigation transparency.Jul 9
Five Arrested In Rautahat Hotel Rape AllegationPolice have arrested five people, including four Indian citizens, over a rape allegation at a hotel in Gaur, Rautahat. The accused were taken into custody after the victim informed police, and further investigation is underway.Jul 7
Indian Car Hits Motorcycle In Kailali, One DeadA motorcycle passenger was killed and the rider injured after an Indian-registered car collided with their bike in Dhangadhi, Kailali. Police later arrested the driver, who had fled the scene, and have launched an investigation into the fatal crash.Jul 6
Do We Really Love Dogs... Or Just Our Own? The Forgotten Reality of Nepal's Street Dogs Despite laws against animal cruelty and promising initiatives like Baglung's dog hostel, vaccine shortages, weak implementation, and delayed animal welfare reforms continue to leave both people and street dogs vulnerable.Jul 3
Empire State Building Spire Climb Leads To Two ArrestsAngela Nikolau and Ivan Beerkus were arrested after reaching the upper spire of the Empire State Building in New York City, an area closed to the public. The pair displayed a large peace message banner, appeared to stage a proposal, and were later taken into custody by police.Jul 2
Three Alleged Victims File Complaint Against Home Minister Sudan Gurung in NHRCA complaint filed at the National Human Rights Commission has accused Home Minister Sudan Gurung and his team of entering a detention room at Sorhakhutte Police Circle and allegedly threatening three detainees.Jun 23
UML Vice President Bishnu Poudel Arrested In Money Laundering Investigation CPN-UML Vice President Bishnu Prasad Poudel has been arrested in Surkhet in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to alleged suspicious assets and share transactions.Jun 22
Home Minister Says Investigation Found No Evidence Of Torture In Sindhuli Custody Death CaseHome Minister Sudan Gurung informed the National Assembly that investigations and the postmortem report regarding the death of Shreekrishna Bik in Sindhuli police custody found no evidence of physical or mental torture by police. The minister also announced that Nepal Police has introduced a Dalit Cell to improve the handling of cases involving caste discrimination and other sensitive social issues.Jun 19
CIAA Expands E-Passport Investigation As Former Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba Is Asked To AppearThe CIAA has brought former Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba into its investigation into the e-passport procurement case and has issued a notice asking her to appear for questioning. The inquiry, which already involves several detained officials, is examining allegations of irregularities in the passport tender process that may have caused significant financial losses to the state.Jun 17
ISKCON Budhanilkantha Operator Detained As Police Investigate Child-Related ComplaintPolice have taken an ISKCON Budhanilkantha operator into custody for investigation under the Children's Act following a complaint involving a minor. The case has drawn wider attention after additional allegations of child abuse and institutional misconduct at the Bhaktivedanta Gurukul surfaced in separate complaints.Jun 15
Accused Thief Built House, Bought Land And Rs 1 Crore Vehicle Using Stolen Money, Kathmandu Police Investigation RevealsKathmandu Police say an accused thief arrested in connection with multiple theft cases used stolen money to buy land, build a three-and-a-half-storey house, and purchase a luxury vehicle worth nearly Rs 1 crore.May 26