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Prime Minister Sushila Karki says Nepal government is monitoring Middle East tensions closely and is committed to protecting Nepalis abroad.

PM Karki Assures Protection of Nepalis Amid Middle East War Tensions - The Himalayan News Prime Minister Sushila Karki has said the safety of Nepali citizens living in the Middle East has become a major concern as tensions in the region continue to

International flights from Nepal disrupted after Middle East airspace ban. Around 5,000 passengers stranded daily at Tribhuvan International Airport.

Airspace Ban Leaves 5,000 Passengers Stranded Daily in Nepal - The Himalayan News International flights from Nepal have been severely affected after several Middle Eastern countries closed their airspace following rising tensions between

Holi festival is being celebrated across Nepal with colors, music, and tradition. Learn the history, rituals, and public holiday details of Fagu Purnima.

Holi Festival Celebrated with Joy Across Nepal - The Himalayan News The Holi festival is being celebrated across Nepal today with great joy, colors, and festive gatherings. People celebrate the festival by playing with colors

Ujyaloo Nepal Party, backed by Minister Kulman Ghising, unveils its manifesto focusing on proportional electoral reform, good governance, and structural changes at provincial and federal levels.

Kulman Ghising Expresses Desire to Lead the Nation as ‘Ujyaloo Nepal Party’ Unveils Political Agenda - The Himalayan News The newly announced Ujyaloo Nepal Party, formed under the guardianship of Energy, Water Resources and Urban Development Minister Kulman Ghising, has proposed

Cooperatives in Karnali are conserving endangered indigenous crop varieties through community seed banks, improving farmers’ income and promoting climate-resilient agriculture.

Cooperatives Lead Revival of Traditional Crop Varieties in Karnali - The Himalayan News Similarly, the Dhaulagadh Agriculture Cooperative in Tatopani Rural Municipality–5, Jumla, has also established the Hanku Community Seed Bank to conserve

A faction within the Nepali Congress intensifies pressure on the Central Committee to hold a special general convention before the upcoming elections as internal disputes escalate.

Meeting of Special General Convention Supporters, Demand for Convention Before Election Intensifies - The Himalayan News A gathering of Nepali Congress leaders advocating for a Special General Convention was held in Kathmandu on Wednesday. The meeting was organized to pressure

Election Commission proposes parties and elected officials release yearly reports on manifesto progress to ensure accountability and transparency.

Political Parties Must Submit Annual Progress on Election Manifestos: EC Proposal - The Himalayan News The Election Commission (EC) has proposed a new provision requiring political parties and elected representatives to publicly release annual progress reports

The Nepal government has initiated termination of 290 stalled road, bridge, irrigation, and building contracts after years of delays. Departments begin seizing guarantees, issuing notices, and preparing new tenders.

Nepal Steps Up Action as 290 Stalled Infrastructure Contracts Face Termination - The Himalayan News The government has intensified action against non-performing and stalled construction projects (“rugnā āyojanā”), moving to terminate contracts that have

Despite being equipped with international facilities, Pokhara and Bhairahawa airports were not used when Tribhuvan International Airport closed for over four hours due to a runway electrical fault.

Pokhara and Bhairahawa Airports Not Used as Alternative Landing Sites During TIA Shutdown - The Himalayan News Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu remained closed for four and a half hours on Saturday evening after an electrical short circuit occurred on

Over Rs 880 million has been embezzled from Pokhara Savings and Credit Cooperative through collusion between management and officials. Police arrest seven key suspects as investigation widens.

Pokhara Cooperative Embezzlement Scandal: Chairman, Manager Among Seven Arrested - The Himalayan News More than Rs 880 million (Rs 88 crore 70 lakh) has reportedly been embezzled from the Pokhara Savings and Credit Cooperative through collusion between its

Energy Minister Kulman Ghising has emphasized the need to finalize the investment modality for the 1,200 MW Budhigandaki Hydropower Project. The project’s cost, financing options, and progress updates are detailed here.

Government Prepares to Finalize Investment Modality for Budhigandaki Hydropower Project - The Himalayan News The government is preparing to finalize the investment modality for the Budhigandaki Reservoir-Based Hydropower Project, one of Nepal’s national pride projects.

Urban Development Minister Kulman Ghising visited Bancharedanda landfill after locals blocked waste disposal for five days. The government has pledged to resolve pending issues within 15 days.

Minister Kulman Ghising Visits Bancharedanda After Waste Pile-Up, Pledges to Address Demands Within 15 Days - The Himalayan News After locals halted waste disposal for five consecutive days, Minister for Urban Development Kulman Ghising and senior government officials visited