The Latest Breaking News from Nepal

Thai airline cuts key tourist routes citing rising jet fuel costs

The changes affect destinations like China, Japan, Indonesia, Singapore and Nepal

The Independent UK · Jun 1

Nepal, India encroaching on each other's land, UK must step in: PM Balen Shah

NEW DELHI: Nepal PM Balendra Shah backed dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the border dispute with India but, in remarks unlikely to go down well with New Delhi, he also urged the UK to take interest in addressing the issue, saying his govt had already discussed it with London and…

The Times of India · Jun 1

Nepal delegation led by Rabi Lamichhane to visit India on June 1

A delegation from Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by Rabi Lamichhane, will visit India starting June 1. They will meet with BJP President Nitin Nabin and other senior leaders. This visit aims to foster party-to-party engagement and discuss organizational practices. The Bharatiya Janata Party welcomes the delegation for a constructive…

The Economic Times · May 31

Kushal Bhurtel: Who is this Nepal cricketer who created T20I history & matched a rare feat once achieved by Yuvraj Singh?

Kushal Bhurtel Record: Kushal Bhurtel achieved a remarkable feat in the 2026 Asian Games Men’s T20I Qualifier. He scored 129 runs off 43 balls against China. Bhurtel also joined an elite group by hitting six consecutive sixes in one over. This performance helped Nepal post a massive total of 313/2.…

The Economic Times · May 31

UK rape ruling sparks nationwide outcry

Outrage over an UK judge’s decision to spare three teenage boys convicted of raping two girls from prison sentences. The UK attorney general has referred the judgement to the Court of Appeal. Also studies reveal that nearly two-thirds of women over 50 are struggling with their mental health; and not…

France 24 · May 29

Techie details journey from losing $300k Google job due to H-1B issues to building a startup helping him secure O-1 visa to stay in US

A Nepal-born tech professional, Pratik Karki, shared his arduous US immigration journey after securing his green card. Facing H-1B visa rejections and career risks, Karki left a lucrative Google job to launch a startup. His perseverance, coupled with his wife's support, led to visa approval and the beginning of his…

The Economic Times · May 29

Nepali woman who disappeared in Virginia in 2024: New forensic evidence found in Mamta Kafle Bhatt case

A nurse and a mother, Mamta Kafle Bhatt of Virginia, disappeared into thin air in 2024 and while her husband Naresh Bhatt was accused of killing her and then concealing her body, the body was never found. Two years later, the investigation has now taken a new turn as new…

The Times of India · May 28

Cancer survivor US climber smashes Everest speed record with sub-10-hour summit

Tyler’s feat was the culmination of a two-year pursuit repeatedly interrupted by setbacks. Thursday’s ascent was Andrews’ fifth serious attempt at the record across two Everest seasons and his second within days.

The Times of India · May 28

Wat Pho marks Vesak Day with Sri Lanka, Nepal

The embassies of Sri Lanka and Nepal in Thailand, in collaboration with Wat Pho, also known as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, jointly hosted celebrations on Thursday for International Vesak Day 2026, marking the global observance recognised by Unesco and the United Nations.

Bangkok Post · May 28

Balen Shah's two-month report card: Why Nepal’s Gen Z hero is under fire already

Two months into office, Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah faces scrutiny as his ambitious reform agenda lags, with key promises marked "overdue." His administration grapples with cabinet instability, legal challenges over decisions, and criticism of his governing style, including bypassing institutions and controversial enforcement actions.

The Times of India · May 27