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Pathao Ready to Revise Fares if Common Minimum Rate Is Introduced for Riders

Pathao Nepal says it is ready to revise its fare structure if the government, rider representatives and digital platforms agree on a common minimum fare to ensure fair rider earnings.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s Mustang Visit Declared Private

The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers has confirmed that Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s visit to Mustang is a private trip.

From Nepal To Dubai: DDC Sends Its Ghee Abroad For The First Time

Nepal's state-owned Dairy Development Corporation has started exporting DDC ghee to Dubai, marking its entry into the international market with an agreement to export at least 50,000 kg annually. DDC says it plans to expand exports across the Middle East and later reach markets including Japan, South Korea and Tibet, China, as it increases production and looks for new markets for Nepali dairy products.

Three Weeks After Broad Peak Tragedy, Sarah Mallory Geis Is Finally Found, But One Climber Still Remains

The body of American climber Sarah Mallory Geis has been found by local volunteer rescuers on Pakistan's Broad Peak, three weeks after she was killed in the July 30 avalanche that claimed all 10 climbers in the group. Her remains are being brought to Base Camp for repatriation, while the body of Nepali climber Nawang Thendu Sherpa remains on the mountain in a difficult location above 6,000 metres.

CIB Freezes Accounts Linked to Share Trader Dipendra Agrawal Amid Market Manipulation Investigation

The Central Investigation Bureau has frozen bank accounts linked to prominent share trader Dipendra Agrawal, his family members and associates as it investigates alleged fraudulent and manipulative stock trading.

Ncell Pays More Than Rs 4.96 Arba in License Renewal Fees and Interest

Ncell Axiata has paid more than Rs 4.96 billion to the government toward its mobile service license renewal, including the latest installment and interest accumulated over two periods.

Nepal Government Wants To Build Its Own Software, But What Happens To Private IT Companies?

Nepal’s Cabinet has approved the Software Development and Operation Committee Formation Order, 2083, clearing the institutional path for a government mechanism intended to develop, operate and maintain software used by public agencies while strengthening state control over digital systems. The government sees the initiative as a way to improve security, ownership and digital independence, while parts of Nepal’s private IT industry have questioned whether the state should become a software developer instead of working with domestic technology companies.

Khadgendra Sunar Alleges Irregularities in Nepal Police Uniform Procurement

Rastriya Swatantra Party MP Khadgendra Sunar has alleged irregularities in Nepal Police uniform procurement, claiming requested documents have not been provided even as new tenders worth millions of rupees were issued.

Buying Loose Rice And Lentils Could Change Under Nepal’s New Supply Policy

Nepal's proposed National Supply Policy 2083 seeks tighter controls over the way essential food products such as rice, lentils and other grains reach consumers, alongside stronger quality testing, packaging, labeling and market monitoring measures. The wider draft also proposes reforms aimed at controlling artificial shortages, syndicates and unusual price increases, but the policy remains a draft and has not yet taken effect.

“King Of Nepal” Post Adds Heat Before Rabindra Dhant vs Kasib Murdoch Road To UFC Semifinal

New Zealand’s unbeaten Kasib Murdoch and Nepal’s Rabindra Dhant are set to meet in the Road to UFC Season 5 bantamweight semifinal in Shanghai on August 28, with pre-fight attention growing around Murdoch’s “King of Nepal” social-media post. Beyond the online exchanges, the matchup brings together Murdoch’s 8-0 unbeaten record and Dhant’s 10-1 record, with the winner advancing to the tournament final.

NEB Sets Class 12 Exam Timeline: Exams To Begin In First Week Of Baisakh 2084

Nepal’s National Examination Board has announced that the Class 12 annual examinations for the 2083/84 academic session will begin in the first week of Baisakh 2084, with the detailed routine expected by Falgun 15. NEB has also targeted the first week of Asar 2084 for publishing Class 12 results, while Class 11 exams will take place after the Class 12 examinations.

Government Directs Public Agencies to Prioritize Nepali Products and Services

Prime Minister Balen Shah Directs All Government Agencies To Prioritize Nepali Products And Services In Public Purchases To Support Local Businesses, Create Jobs And Reduce Dependence On Imports

Nepal Cabinet Approves 11 Major Decisions, Including Rs 5,000 Pay Rise and Rs 2.73 Billion Japan Grant

Nepal Cabinet announces 11 major decisions, including a Rs 5,000 monthly increase for school staff, Rs 2.73 billion Japanese grant for Tribhuvan Airport and key international and administrative decisions.

PM Balen Shah Puts Ministers On Performance Agreements: Will Written Targets Bring Clearer Accountability And Results?

Prime Minister Balendra Shah signed performance agreements with ministers at Singha Durbar on August 19, setting key work and expected results for the current fiscal year around good governance, social justice and prosperity. The move puts ministers under clearer performance commitments as the government seeks more measurable results and stronger accountability.

From Nepal to a Global Innovation Award: The Scientist Behind a Winning Battery Technology

Nepali researcher Dr. Shiva Prasad Adhikari has been recognized as part of the team behind Electro-Lith, an Argonne National Laboratory and General Motors technology selected as one of the 2026 R&D 100 Award winners. The recognition places the battery-related innovation among 100 technologies chosen from 149 finalists in this year’s global competition.

Waiting for a Bus in Kathmandu? This App Can Now Show You Where It Is

Kathmandu Valley commuters can now use the KTM Public Transport app to see GPS-enabled buses in real time and estimate when they may reach their stop, with around 1,200 public vehicles reportedly connected to the system. The wider plan goes beyond tracking buses, with authorities also working toward GPS information displays at major stops, clearer pick-up/drop-off points, expanded night services and a future cashless fare system.

DDC Prepares to Export Ghee to China and Gulf Markets as Farmer Dues Fall

Nepal’s Dairy Development Corporation is preparing to export ghee to China and Gulf countries as dairy sales rise and the payment period for farmers is reduced from up to eight months to two to three months.

WorldLink Discontinues ‘Limited Mobility’ WiFi Feature After NTA Directive

WorldLink has discontinued its seamless WiFi hotspot login feature following a directive from the Nepal Telecommunications Authority, requiring customers to use OTP authentication at each hotspot.

Are Students Actually Getting Their 45% Public Transport Fare Discount?

Nepal’s Department of Transport Management has reiterated that students with valid student identity cards are entitled to a 45% discount on public transport fares, reviving attention around a concession first agreed between the government and transport operators in 2009. Despite the directive, implementation remains disputed, with students complaining that they do not always receive the full concession while transport entrepreneurs say the government has stopped providing the tax benefits originally promised in return.

Nepal and India Move to Expand Real-Time Cross-Border Digital Payments

Nepal and India are preparing to expand cross-border digital payment connectivity, including wider UPI acceptance and real-time person-to-person money transfers between the two countries.

Oliz Store And New Family Girls Hostel Fined Rs 5 Lakh As Authorities Step Up Market Monitoring Across Kathmandu Valley

Authorities fined Oliz Store and New Family Girls Hostel a total of Rs 5 lakh during market monitoring in Kathmandu, while several other businesses were ordered to submit documents or improve their practices.

Why Are 70,000 Nepalis Seeking Foreign Jobs In Just One Month?

More than 70,000 Nepalis received labour approval for foreign employment in Shrawan, with the UAE remaining the leading destination. The figures show that overseas employment continues to attract a large number of Nepali workers even after the country recorded a 5.6 percent annual decline in labour approvals last fiscal year.

TU Students Have Medical Support Of Up To 90% , But Many Still Don't Know

Ever noticed Rs. 500 health fee in your bill receipt? Here's where it's used. Tribhuvan University provides medical treatment support to eligible students through its Medical Treatment Fund. Here is what students need to know about the 90% support arrangement, application process and hospitals currently identified under TU’s healthcare network.

Bhat-Bhateni Bhaktapur to Open Grocery Section 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week From Bhadra 1

Bhat-Bhateni Bhaktapur will open its Grocery section 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from Bhadra 1, allowing customers to shop for groceries anytime.

From Mahabir Pun’s Innovation Center To MrBeast’s Global Audience: How Nepal’s Nyano Nani Is Helping Save Newborn Lives

Before appearing in MrBeast’s Nepal healthcare project, Nyano Nani had already earned international recognition. Developed through Mahabir Pun’s National Innovation Center, the Nepali baby warmer represents the power of local innovation.

Speaker Directs PM Balen Shah to Answer MPs’ Questions in Parliament

Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has directed Prime Minister Balen Shah to appear in Parliament and answer questions raised by lawmakers under the House rules.

Good News For Students: Australia Introduces $31.30 (NRs. 3393.09) Minimum Pay For Gig Delivery Workers, Adds Injury Insurance Protection

New Fair Work Commission Rules Give Food And Grocery Delivery Workers Stronger Pay And Safety Guarantees While Maintaining Gig Work Flexibility

Nepal Moves to Revive Udayapur Cement and Gorkharkali Rubber Industries

Nepal has renewed Udayapur Cement’s limestone licence and begun preparations for full-capacity operations, while experts assess options to revive Gorkharkali Rubber Industry.

Seven Arrested After Youth Kidnapped From Kalanki Over Rs 18 Lakh PUBG Virtual Diamond Dispute

Nag Panchami: Significance, Traditions And Why Is It Celebrated In Nepal?

Nepal Manpower Agencies Begin Nationwide Shutdown, Worker Departures And Recruitment Services Stopped

Nepal’s Shusmita Thapa Magar Wins Professional MMA Debut Against India’s Shalu Sharma At Ronin FC 3

Nepali MMA fighter Shusmita Thapa Magar has started her professional career with a victory, defeating India’s Shalu Sharma at Ronin FC 3 in Bengaluru. The win marks a major milestone in her journey as Nepal’s combat sports presence continues to grow.

Hetauda Textile Mill Revival Brings Fresh Push for Cotton Farming in Nepal

The government is encouraging businesses and private investors to expand cotton farming in Nepal as Hetauda Textile Mill resumes operations, with Dang, Banke and Bardiya identified as potential cotton-growing areas.

Government Plans Industrial Security Force, Declares Industrial Areas ‘Peace Zones’

The government has prepared a private investment protection strategy that proposes an Industrial Security Force, peace zones for industrial areas, continuous highway patrols, relief for damaged businesses and at least five years of stability for tax incentives.

Nepal And ndia Set Three-Year Deadline to Map Cross-Border Land Occupation

Nepal and India have agreed to complete the mapping of land occupied across each other’s side of the 1,880-kilometre border within three years, using unmanned aerial vehicles and joint surveys.

Indian Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth Set To Visit Nepal On First Foreign Trip, Expected To Meet Top Leadership

Indian Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth will arrive in Kathmandu today at 4 pm for his first foreign visit since taking charge. The visit is expected to focus on Nepal-India defence cooperation and long-standing military ties.

From A Rs. 5 Lakh COVID Era Savings Initiative To A Homegrown Footwear Brand: How Yatra Shoes Is Transforming Women’s Footwear In Nepal

Two Young Entrepreneurs, A Five-Lakh Investment, And A Vision To Create Comfortable Footwear Made For Nepali Women

Who Is Responsible When Something Goes Wrong? Understanding Nepal’s Federal, Provincial and Local Governments

Nepal’s Constitution divides responsibilities among the federal, provincial, and local governments. Different problems such as roads, schools, hospitals, passports, waste, and disasters may fall under different levels of government. Knowing who has the legal authority helps citizens understand who should actually be held responsible.

Will Gen-Z Protesters Finally Walk Free? Government Starts Case Review

The government is reviewing criminal cases against people arrested or imprisoned over the Gen-Z movement, with possible withdrawal for those prosecuted primarily for participating in the protests while serious criminal offences are expected to remain outside the relief process. The final decision has not yet been made and will depend on the committee's examination and recommendations.

How Much Do Nepal’s Top Judges and Constitutional Officials Earn? Government Sets New Salaries

The government has fixed new monthly salaries for Nepal's judges and constitutional officials, with the Chief Justice receiving Rs 112,522 per month and Supreme Court judges receiving Rs 93,547. The revised rates, effective from Shrawan 1, 2083, also cover High Court and District Court judges, constitutional officeholders and senior Federal Parliament officials.