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No Festive Fare Shock: Nepal’s Airlines Keep Prices Down as Roads Remain Disrupted

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.

3 days ago

Five Dead After Amazon Cargo Plane Crashes and Overruns Runway at Miami International Airport

Five people have died and five others were injured after an Amazon Air cargo plane crashed while landing at Miami International Airport, striking vehicles on the ground and triggering a major emergency response.

4 days ago

Flying Through Disaster: Captain Priya Adhikari Completes Around 100 Rescue Flights

Nepal’s first female helicopter captain, Priya Adhikari, has completed around 100 rescue flights in less than a week while supporting operations in flood- and landslide-hit communities. She says witnessing the destruction has been difficult, but seeing rescued people finally reach safety makes the demanding missions deeply rewarding.

Sep 1

Nepal Government Says 9,435 Rescued And 781 Bodies Recovered After Bhotekoshi Floods As Large Scale Relief Operations Continue

Nepal Government Says 9,435 People Have Been Rescued And 781 Bodies Recovered After The Devastating Bhotekoshi Floods, With Over 20,000 Security Personnel Deployed, 26 Relief Centres Operating And Billions Of Rupees In Aid Being Collected As Search, Rescue, Treatment And Road Restoration Efforts Continue

Aug 31

Massive Bhotekoshi River Flood Hits Rasuwa, Major Air Rescue Operation Saves 114 People

A sudden Bhotekoshi River flood in Rasuwa has prompted a major air rescue operation, with 114 people rescued by Nepal Army and private helicopters. Rescue and relief operations are continuing.

Aug 26

Premier League 2026/27 Season Begins Today as Champions Arsenal Face Coventry City

The 2026/27 Premier League season begins today with reigning champions Arsenal hosting newly promoted Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium.

Aug 21

World’s Largest Battery-Electric Aircraft Flies For 27 Minutes Using Just $5 Of Electricity

Heart Aerospace's full-scale X1 demonstrator has completed its first flight, staying airborne for 27 minutes and reaching 1,100 feet while using approximately $5 worth of electricity, according to the company. The battery-electric aircraft is a technology demonstrator for Heart's planned 30-seat ES-30 hybrid-electric regional airliner, which is currently targeted to enter commercial service in 2031.

Aug 21

Government’s Remote Connectivity Drive Takes 4G To Badimalika As Telecom Equipment Delivered By Army Helicopter

The government’s remote connectivity initiative has reached Bajura’s Badimalika, where Nepal Telecom has delivered equipment for 4G service using a Nepal Army helicopter due to challenging terrain and lack of road access.

Aug 12

Nirmal Purja’s Body Could Not Be Brought To Nepal For Final Tribute, Funeral To Take Place In UK

Nirmal Purja’s body could not be brought to Nepal for a final tribute despite efforts by his family and officials. Diplomatic, flight and technical difficulties prevented the planned Kathmandu stop before his body was sent to the UK for the final funeral.

Aug 10

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

Nepal Proposes Major Aviation Reform with Rs 15.2 Million Compensation for Domestic Plane Crash Victims

Parliament Receives Long-Awaited Bill to Strengthen Passenger Rights, Airline Accountability, and Insurance Coverage

Aug 4

Nepali Eye Specialists Restore Sight To Hundreds In Bangladesh Through Free Eye Camp

Nepali eye specialists have travelled to Bangladesh to provide free eye care services, helping hundreds of patients regain their vision through examinations and cataract surgeries.

Aug 4

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

Nepal Proposes Compensation For Passengers If Airlines Delay Or Cancel Flights Due To Their Own Fault

Domestic airline passengers in Nepal could gain stronger compensation rights under a proposed law requiring airlines to pay when delays or cancellations result from the company’s own negligence.

Aug 2

Buddha Air Brings Nepal’s First ATR 72-600, Signalling a New Phase in Domestic Aviation

Buddha Air has added Nepal’s first ATR 72-600 to its fleet, bringing a modern glass cockpit, advanced navigation tools, digital flight controls and upgraded safety technology to the country’s domestic aviation sector. The aircraft is expected to enter regular passenger service next month once all required inspections, certifications and regulatory procedures are completed.

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

Pathao Nepal Launches Helicopter Booking Service Pathao Heli In Partnership With Simrik Airlines

Pathao Nepal Launches Helicopter Booking Service ‘Pathao Heli’ In Partnership With Simrik Airlines, Allowing Users To Book Flights To Major Tourist Destinations Through Its Mobile App

May 28

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

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