- Thursday, 9 April 2026
Foreign Minister Khanal leaving for Mauritius to attend IOC 2026
Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal is leaving today for Port Louis, Republic of Mauritius, to address the 9th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) 2026 at the invitation of Minister of External Affairs of India Dr S. Jaishankar.
Aathrai Tribeni to observe one day weekly holiday
Aathrai Tribeni rural municipality in Taplejung district has decided to grant a public holiday only on Saturdays, reducing the weekly holiday to one day.
Schools directed to refund illegally collected fee
The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has directed all concerned schools to refund illegally collected fees.
Nepal welcomes US-Iran ceasefire agreement
Nepal remains supportive of all efforts by the international community aimed at promoting lasting peace and stability in the region and beyond, according to the press release.
Swiss Ambassador pays courtesy call on Home Minister Gurung
Ambassador of Switzerland to Nepal, Danielle Meuwly, paid a courtesy call on Home Minister Sudhan Gurung.
Taskforce on constitution amendment meeting today
The taskforce is headed by Ashim Shah, Principal Political Advisor to Prime Minister. A Cabinet meeting held on March 30 had formed the taskforce to prepare the concept paper on amendment to constitution.
US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats
U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Three firms fined for violating business code
The Department of Commerce, Supply and Consumers' Rights has fined three firms for violating business code.
Bhaktapur comes alive for Biska Jatra
: The festive spirit of the famous Biska Jatra has gripped the Newar settlement in Bhaktapur as the nine-day festival approaches. The eight-night and nine-day festival will kick off on April 10 with the pulling of the chariots of two deities, Bhairavnath and Bhadrakali.
Kaligandaki Corridor to get seven new bridges
Vehicles and passengers who have long faced difficulties due to the lack of bridges over rivers along the Kaligandaki Corridor are set to get relief. During the monsoon, travellers have been forced to take risks while crossing rivers without bridges. The planned construction is expected to ease these dangers. According to Birendra Teli, Information Officer at the Kaligandaki Corridor Gaindakot-Ramdi-Maldhunga Road Project Office in Palpa, seven bridges will be constructed in the Gulmi section. These include bridges over Badhare Khola, Dihing Khola, Baudi Khola, Hasmadi Khola, Bade Khola, Siureni Khola and Palung Khola.
Bhandari takes oath as NA Vice Chair
Newly-elected Vice Chair of the National Assembly, Leela Bhandari, today took an oath of office and secrecy before the NA Chair Narayan Prasad Dahal in the presence of President Ramchandra Paudel.
Minister Pokharel pledges government support for Phapla cricket stadium
Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Sasmit Pokharel, who also holds the portfolio of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, has pledged government support for the construction of the Phapla Cricket Ground in Dhangadhi, Kailali.
Three SEE students die in motorcycle accident
Similarly, three others were also injured in the accident and they are undergoing treatment at Jaleshwor-based Provincial Hospital, said Deputy Superintendent of Police at the District Police Office, Shailendra Bhatta.
