Bird flu outbreaks confirmed in 23 farms across four districts in Nepal
The Department of Livestock Services identifies poor biosecurity and contact with wild birds as key causes behind the spread of the H5N1 virus.
The Kathmandu Post
Nepal’s travel and tourism hit hard by Iran war, soaring fuel prices
West Asia conflict drives record jet fuel prices, doubling ticket costs and triggering cancellations during peak tourist season.
US lowers Nepal to Level 2 in travel advisory
Move signals easing of travel restrictions as travellers urged to exercise caution amid potential protests.
Police begin recording statements of Nepal ex-home minister Lekhak
He, along with former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, was arrested for his alleged negligence and recklessness that resulted in human casualties during the Gen Z protest.
Court remands Nepal ex-PM Oli, ex-home minister Lekhak, to five days in custody
They face investigation over deaths during Gen Z protests.
Balendra Shah sworn in as Nepal prime minister
This marks the first time a leader from the Madhesi community has become prime minister.
Nepal’s Balendra Shah picked as parliamentary party leader, clearing path for prime ministership
With a near two-thirds majority in the House, the party leader is set to be sworn in as the new head of government this Friday.
Nepal immigration eases rules for solo trekkers in restricted areas
New guidelines allow individual travellers to obtain permits for regulated zones, provided they are accompanied by a guide and registered through an agency.
Most Nepalis missed annual non-communicable disease screening
Snap elections and harsh winter disrupted nationwide checks for blood pressure, blood sugar, kidney function, and BMI.
Over 2,000 Nepali denied labour permits daily as tensions persist in West Asia
Government partially resumes labour permits for seven countries.