32 results for "Pokhara"
Nepali film ‘Pension Patta,’ directed by Maotse Gurung and starring Dayahang Rai and Gaumaya Gurung, has crossed Rs 7 crore in reported gross collection, with producers saying more than 244,000 people had watched the film through Sunday. The film, released nationwide on September 11, has found particularly strong support in Pokhara and other communities closely connected with the Lahure tradition.
Nepali pilot Captain Sarbjeet Yadav was at the controls of flydubai’s inaugural scheduled Dubai–Pokhara service on September 23, flying a Boeing 737 MAX 8 into Pokhara International Airport. According to reports, Yadav began his professional aviation career in 2008, joined flydubai in 2022 and became a captain in 2025.
Teen pornography exposure is rising in Nepal despite the country’s 2018 ban. Studies suggest more than half of Nepali adolescents and young people have viewed porn, while a smaller group show signs of problematic use. Experts and research point to early exposure, weak sexuality education, limited parent-child conversations, and growing online risks such as sextortion and image abuse.
Nepal Oil Corporation has kept petrol and diesel prices unchanged despite higher purchase prices from Indian Oil Corporation, citing the difficult situation created by the recent floods and natural disasters.
The government is preparing to establish a new constituent campus of Tribhuvan University’s Institute of Engineering in Madhesh Province, with plans to begin academic programmes within three years.
Nepal's domestic airlines are holding back the demand-driven fare increases often seen during the busy festival travel season as flood-damaged and disrupted roads push more passengers toward flights. Buddha Air says it will operate at minimum fares through Dashain, Tihar and Chhath, while Shree Airlines has introduced fixed fares on its domestic routes until the situation returns to normal.
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.
Two Young Entrepreneurs, A Five-Lakh Investment, And A Vision To Create Comfortable Footwear Made For Nepali Women
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.
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.
Nepal government confirms the two-day weekly holiday will continue for now, citing work-life balance, cost savings, administrative efficiency and domestic tourism.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Massive Drug and Cash Seizure in Pokhara's Malepatan Raises Questions About Bigger Illegal Network; Two People Under Police Control
High-end yoga and ayurveda retreats now contribute an estimated 8% of Pokhara’s tourism revenue.
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.
