Tag: Kathmandu

Nepal Army Extends Curfew in Kathmandu Valley Amid Protests; Essential Supplies Allowed for Limited Hours

In a statement on Thursday, the Army announced that while the restrictions remain in force, essential service vehicles and institutions will be permitted to operate.

September 11, 2025

Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah Endorses Ex-CJ Sushila Karki for Interim Govt, Urges Gen-Z Protesters to Stay Patient

In a Facebook post on Wednesday, Shah described Nepal as being in an “unprecedented moment” and urged citizens to show responsibility.

September 11, 2025

IndiGo Cancels Kathmandu Flights Amid Nepal Protests; PM Modi Calls for Peace

“All flights to and from Kathmandu stand cancelled until 1200 hrs on September 10. If your travel plans are impacted, you may opt for an alternate flight or claim a refund through our website,” IndiGo said in its statement.

September 10, 2025

Protests Erupt in Kathmandu Over Corruption, Social Media Ban; Curfew Enforced

The demonstrations turned violent when protesters vandalized the Parliament gate and clashed with police, who responded with water cannons, teargas, and rubber bullets.

September 8, 2025

Shivraj Singh Chouhan Offers Prayers at Pashupatinath Temple During Nepal Visit for BIMSTEC Agriculture Meet

During his visit, Chouhan also planted Rudraksh and Harsingar saplings on the temple premises, underscoring a commitment to environmental values alongside spiritual engagement.

April 10, 2025

Nepal heads to vote in local by-polls to elect 41 representatives

Sunday's by-polls will elect one Mayor, one Deputy-Mayor, two Rural Municipality Chair, four rural municipality vice-chairman and 33 ward chairs in various local bodies of the Himalayan Nation.

December 1, 2024

Nepal PM Dahal to face vote of confidence, not resign immediately

The latest decision of the Nepal PM comes after the Nepali Congress and CPN-UML have struck a midnight deal to form a new alliance.

July 2, 2024

EAM Jaishankar calls on Nepal PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal in Kathmandu

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel at his office in Kathmandu.

January 4, 2024

EAM S Jaishankar meets Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel in Kathmandu

Earlier in the day, Jaishankar arrived in Nepal for his first visit of 2024. He stated that he looked forward to the engagements over the next two days.

January 4, 2024

“Look forward to engagements” says EAM S Jaishankar as he arrives in Nepal

Nepal Foreign Minister NP Saud received him at the airport. The two leaders engaged in conversation as they proceeded towards their car.

January 4, 2024