Kathmandu Post Update
How top court helped government implement social media blockage
Court ruled social sites must be registered, subjected to monitoring and supervision.
Poor access keeps visitors from Shuklaphanta National Park
From over 12,138 visitors in 2017-18, visitor numbers dwindled to just 3,722 last year. Officials blame poor roads and lack of year-round bridges.
Anti-shock suits cut maternal deaths in remote districts
These garments squeeze the lower body to reduce bleeding after childbirth and allow time for treatment.
FNJ, other groups object to government’s decision to ban social media platforms
The journalists’ umbrella body and other 22 groups warn that the ban violates rights guaranteed by the constitution.
US delivers two Skytrucks, promises two helicopters soon
One Skytruck is equipped as an air ambulance. The Army's fleet now has five Skytrucks.
Nepal’s social media ban explained in six questions
From why the decision was taken to its impact on creators and the digital economy, here’s what you need to know.
Nepal bans Facebook and other major social media platforms over non-compliance
Government enforces mandatory registration rule, allowing only listed platforms like TikTok and Viber.
Five years on, Dharan bridge still incomplete
Despite repeated deadline extensions, only 64 percent work has been completed since the project began in July 2020.
Nepal Police warns against indiscriminate VPN use
The Cyber Bureau highlights data leaks, malware, and financial loss risks as the government threatens to block unregistered social media platforms.
Narayanghat-Butwal road: Seven questions on whether it will be festival-ready
After years of delays, authorities promise smoother travel this Dashain and Tihar.
Cholera spreads in Parsa as source remains unknown
Cases spread from Birgunj to Pokhariya as officials struggle to contain infections.
Three inmates die in four days at Jhumka Prison due to unidentified illness
District security committee launches health camp after surge in cases.
Dalit man brutally beaten over false theft charge dies days later
Nasib Baitha, a mixer operator, was accused of stealing a mobile phone and beaten by a group, though police later found no evidence of theft.
Federal Civil Service Bill endorsed, but exceeds its mandate
The bill has a provision that also covers officials from other government services and provincial civil service.
Indigenous women step up as nature guides in Chitwan
Once bound to farms, they are now leading safaris and changing their communities’ attitude towards forest and wildlife.
Indian Chief Justice Gavai to arrive in Nepal on Thursday
Gavai will take part in the Nepal-India Judicial Dialogue and visit key cultural and religious sites.
Gas discovery in Dailekh sparks jobs and energy security hopes
Nepal awaits China’s final report on methane before starting production-phase testing.
Tussle grows over School Education Bill as student unions join the fray
17 student unions present demands countering the position of private school operators that have been agitating for weeks.
Indigenous women step up as nature guides in Chitwan
Once bound to farms, they are now leading safaris and changing their communities’ attitude towards forest and wildlife.
Nepal to track movement of all foreign visitors
Foreign nationals visiting the country must register on a new digital platform from September 17.