From doubling tourist arrivals to delisting Nepal from the European Commission’s air safety list, major political forces promise aviation overhaul, wellness branding and new destinations.

A decade after India began ethanol mixing, Nepali officials have moved forward amid concerns over food security and engine performance from the biofuel’s component.

Experts dismiss manifestos as unrealistic, lacking research and data, and warn delivery is doubtful.

Bill requires climbers to meet health and experience standards, mandates insurance, sets up environment fund.

Travel by migrant workers and students lifts Kathmandu airport traffic to a record high in 2025, even as growth in tourist arrivals slows.

1,200MW storage project regains focus as local residents push for progress in building hydroelectricity plant.

Central banks in talks on digital transfer of Indian rupees between Nepali and Indian banks.

But slower growth reflects Kathmandu airport restrictions, stagnant tourist arrivals and worsening haze across the Tarai and tourist hubs.

Says flight crew’s negligence strips airline of liability limits in 2018 crash, orders millions in compensation to families.

Police reopened old case files and arrested six top executives of helicopter rescue and trekking companies this week.

From flight disruptions to growing health costs, unchecked air pollution hitting lives, livelihoods and tourism.

Drought, unseasonal rains and shrinking farmland are projected to cut production by 4.2 percent this fiscal. This could push up imports and food prices.

The country’s swelling foreign currency reserves now surpass half of its GDP.

World Bank: Country’s prospects hinge on creating good jobs and harnessing skills of women, returning migrants.

With most 5-star properties already reporting losses, March polls could also deter visitors.