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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

Aug 15

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.

Aug 14

After Repeated Delays, Nepal’s 10th National Games Finally Get New December Dates

The NSC has fixed December 2–15, 2026, for the long-delayed 10th National Games in Surkhet and approved the required standards and guidelines for the competition. The board also approved Nepal's participation in the 20th Asian Games in Japan, moved ahead with the first National Para Games from December 30, and discussed the continuing ANFA dispute.

Aug 14

Nepal Government Confirms Two-Day Weekly Holiday Will Continue for Now

Nepal government confirms the two-day weekly holiday will continue for now, citing work-life balance, cost savings, administrative efficiency and domestic tourism.

Aug 13

Nepal Airlines To Increase Japan Flights To Four Times A Week From September

Nepal Airlines Corporation will increase Kathmandu-Narita-Kathmandu flights to four times a week from September 18, citing rising passenger demand and the upcoming festival season. The airline’s widebody aircraft Annapurna has also returned to regular service after completing major maintenance.

Aug 7

From Selling Cheese Balls and Washing Dishes in Thamel to Building Shoe Spa Nepal: Tula Ram Ghale’s Inspiring Journey of Starting Again

From Barpak, Gorkha, to the streets of Thamel and the trekking trails of Nepal, Tula Ram Ghale’s journey has been shaped by struggle, persistence and a decision to build his future at home. After 15 years in adventure tourism, he has now started Shoe Spa Nepal with a vision to develop a modern, inclusive and eco-friendly footwear care industry in Nepal.

Aug 7

Nepal’s Sky Takes a New Leap: Simrik Air Gets Green Light for Full-Time Skydiving in Pokhara

Simrik Air’s subsidiary In Sky Skydiving has received full-time approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal to operate regular skydiving services in Pokhara, opening a new chapter for Nepal’s adventure tourism sector. With an internationally licensed team and helicopter-based Himalayan skydiving experiences, the company aims to position Nepal as a global destination for extreme adventure activities.

Aug 3

Danfe Airlines Prepares For Nepal Launch After Rebranding Makalu Air

Danfe Airlines is preparing to enter Nepal’s domestic aviation market with ATR 72-600 aircraft after acquiring and rebranding Makalu Air, but final operations still depend on certification and approval.

Aug 3

CIAA Alleges Airport Contract Bribes Were Used To Buy Land, Files Corruption Case Against Former CAAN Chief Pradeep Adhikari

CIAA has filed a corruption case against former CAAN Director General Pradeep Adhikari, alleging that money collected from airport construction contractors was used to purchase land in his wife's name.

Aug 2

The Holiday That Never Happened: How A Fake Travel Company Allegedly Tricked Dozens Of People In Pokhara

Police in Pokhara have arrested two men accused of collecting money from people by advertising holiday trips to destinations across Asia and Europe through an allegedly fraudulent tourism business. Investigators say around 30 people paid a combined Rs 965,000, while 15 job seekers were reportedly recruited and used to support the operation.

Jul 26

Nepal Waives Airport Fees to Attract International Airlines to Pokhara

The Nepal government has announced a major incentive package for international airlines operating from Pokhara International Airport. The decision includes full waivers on several airport charges and discounted ground handling fees to encourage regular international flights, with Fly Dubai set to launch daily direct services from Pokhara to Dubai.

Jul 24

Nepal Cabinet Announces Six Major Decisions, Scraps Education And Health Equity Fees

The Nepal government has announced six major Cabinet decisions, including the removal of education and health equity fees, incentives for international airlines, appointments to key judicial posts, and a judicial probe into the Ganesh Nepali self-immolation case.

Jul 22

Ramesh Buda Arrested for Allegedly Killing Nisha Sunuwar Over Rs 1 Lakh in Kathmandu Guest House

Kathmandu police have arrested Ramesh Buda for allegedly killing 25-year-old Nisha Sunuwar after accusing her of stealing Rs 1 lakh. Investigators say her body was hidden inside a guest house bed and remained undiscovered even after the room was rented to other customers.

Jul 21

Nepal and India Agree to Expand Cross-Border Electricity Trade Capacity

Nepal and India have agreed to expand cross-border electricity trade capacity, allowing Nepal to import up to 1,530 MW and export up to 1,850 MW through key transmission lines.

Jul 17

Pokhara Rescues Over 320 Stray Cattle, Turns Animal Welfare Into a Sustainable Initiative

Pokhara Metropolitan City has rescued more than 320 abandoned cattle, reducing road accidents while supporting animal welfare through milk production and organic compost at Pushkarani Paropakar Gokuldham.

Jul 14

Inside Nepal Police's Drug Bust That Led To Seven Arrests In Two Border Cases

Nepal 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

From an Idea to Industry: How Vending King Built Nepal's First Homegrown Smart Vending Machine Company

Vending King Pvt. Ltd., founded by Jeevan Shrestha, is transforming Nepal’s smart retail sector by designing and manufacturing vending machines locally. From its base in Kirtipur, the company is building cashless, customizable solutions for hospitals, colleges, retailers, and businesses across Nepal.

Jul 12

Gandaki Province Becomes First in Nepal to Legalize Cannabis Cultivation for Medicinal and Industrial Use

The Gandaki Provincial Assembly has unanimously approved a landmark bill allowing the regulated cultivation of cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes. The new law introduces a strict licensing and monitoring system, making Gandaki the first province in Nepal to legally permit cannabis cultivation under government supervision.

Jul 10

Kaski Bans Water Sports On Phewa Lake After 6 PM, Introduces New Safety Rules For Children

Kaski District Administration has prohibited boating, kayaking, and surfing on Phewa Lake after 6 PM and introduced stricter safety rules for children. The measures aim to reduce accidents and improve safety following concerns about weather-related incidents and water sport risks on the lake.

Jun 26

From Prison Cells To Power: The Untold Story Of Nepal's Greatest Jailbreak

The men who crawled through a 50-foot tunnel beneath Nakhu Jail were not ordinary prisoners but young revolutionaries determined to continue their political struggle. Decades later, some of them would hold the highest offices in Nepal, turning a prison escape into a remarkable chapter of national history.

Jun 23

Boptang in Udayapur Emerging as Nepal’s New Paragliding Hub, Attracting Foreign Trainees

Boptang Hill in Udayapur has started gaining recognition as an emerging paragliding training destination in eastern Nepal. With trainees arriving from Nepal and several foreign countries, tourism entrepreneurs say the area could become a major adventure tourism hub if proper infrastructure and government support are provided.

May 27

Pokhara Begins Firke Khola Clearance Drive After 35-Day Ultimatum Ends

Pokhara Metropolitan City has started demolishing illegal structures along Firke Khola after a 35-day ultimatum expired, aiming to reduce monsoon flood risks and restore the river corridor.

May 24

Police Recover Huge Amount of Drugs and Cash in Pokhara’s Malepatan Area

Massive Drug and Cash Seizure in Pokhara's Malepatan Raises Questions About Bigger Illegal Network; Two People Under Police Control

May 17

Pokhara’s wellness retreats are quietly reshaping Nepali tourism

High-end yoga and ayurveda retreats now contribute an estimated 8% of Pokhara’s tourism revenue.

Apr 28

Ticket Booking Opens As Pokhara-Dubai Regular International Flights Set To Begin From September 23

Pokhara International Airport is set to receive its first regular commercial international service, with Flydubai preparing daily Pokhara-Dubai flights from September 23, opening new opportunities for tourism, trade and global connectivity.

Jun 11