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Bagmati government monitoring challenges facing hotel industry, says minister

16 October 2026

The Bagmati provincial government is monitoring challenges facing the hotel industry and working to address concerns raised by hoteliers, Minister for Industry, Tourism, Labour and Transport Rajendra Prajapati said.

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Thai Embassy advises Nepali travellers to apply for visas at least a month before departure

16 October 2026

Nepali travellers planning to visit Thailand have been advised to apply for visas at least a month before departure, as the Royal Thai Embassy in Kathmandu seeks to reduce processing delays caused by incomplete applications and inadequate supporting documents.

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SPCC requires climbers to bring back at least 3kg of waste from Ama Dablam

16 October 2026

Every climber on Mt Ama Dablam must bring back at least three kilogrammes of waste from above base camp under waste-management rules issued by the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC).

Nepal’s tourism ambitions: Hospitality needs toilets
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Nepal’s tourism ambitions: Hospitality needs toilets

16 October 2026

Imagine a mother in Basantapur whose child urgently needs a toilet. An older man visiting Kathmandu for a hospital appointment faces the same difficulty while waiting for transport.


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CAAN moves ahead with RNP-AR approach procedure at Pokhara airport

CAAN moves ahead with RNP-AR approach procedure at Pokhara airport

16 October 2026

The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has begun the process of introducing a satellite-based approach procedure at Pokhara International Airport, which is expected to reduce flight diversions and cancellations during adverse weather and low visibility.

Japan provides Rs 2.77 billion grant to upgrade TIA air traffic control facilities

Japan provides Rs 2.77 billion grant to upgrade TIA air traffic control facilities

9 October 2026

Japan has agreed to provide a grant of 2.853 billion yen, equivalent to approximately Rs 2.767 billion, to Nepal for a project to improve air traffic control facilities at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), including rehabilitation of its ageing control tower and modernisation of critical aviation systems.

CAAN gets airlines to agree on fare transparency after festival-season price-hike complaints

CAAN gets airlines to agree on fare transparency after festival-season price-hike complaints

9 October 2026

The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) on [DATE] called domestic airline officials and representatives for talks after receiving complaints that carriers were raising airfares to take advantage of the approaching festival season.

Sita Air aircraft suffers wheel failure at Juphal Airport

Sita Air aircraft suffers wheel failure at Juphal Airport

24 September 2026

A Sita Air aircraft suffered a wheel failure while landing at Juphal Airport in Dolpa on Thursday morning, disrupting flights at the airport.


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Nepali scientists set up comprehensive monitoring network at Artang Glacier in Humla

29 September 2026

As Nepal faced severe hydro-climatic disasters, a team of Nepali researchers completed one of the most intensive cryo-climatic field expeditions to Tungling Glacier, also known as Artang Glacier, in Limi Valley, Humla.

Free dental clinic planned at Everest Base Camp for mountain workers

29 September 2026

A humanitarian dental clinic will operate at Everest Base Camp during the spring 2027 climbing season to provide free dental treatment to Sherpa guides, Icefall Doctors, porters and other high-altitude workers.

Climate justice must move beyond words, PM Shah tells UN; Read Full text of his speech

25 September 2026

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has urged the international community to move climate justice beyond written commitments, calling for greater support for countries like Nepal that suffer disproportionately from climate change despite contributing little to global greenhouse gas emissions.

NTB issues travel advisory as heavy rainfall forecast across Nepal

NTB issues travel advisory as heavy rainfall forecast across Nepal

23 September 2026

The Nepal Tourism Board has urged tourists to exercise caution while travelling in Nepal from September 25 to 27 as the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of the country.


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Nepal delegation joins Soy Connext 2026 as U.S. accounts for 92% of soybean imports

12 August 2026

A six-member Nepali delegation participated in Soy Connext 2026, the flagship global conference of the U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC), in Chicago, as Nepal strengthens its engagement with U.S. soybean farmers, exporters and suppliers.

USSEC holds regional workshop on Soy for Nutrition & Innovation in Kathmandu

22 June 2026

U.S. Soybean Export Council successfully conducted a 'Soy for Nutrition & Innovation' workshop in Kathmandu, featuring regional stakeholders and experts.

With American drone on Everest, we are reaching new heights, says Sergio Gor

2 May 2026

Visiting United States Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor on Friday officially unveiled the “Ultra X Gen 2” American cargo drone built by Freefly Systems at Everest Base Camp.


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