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Melbourne inspections bring workplace exploitation of Nepali students into focus Melbourne, November 13 Australian authorities have conducted a joint inspection of more than 30 fast-food outlets, restaurants and cafes in Melbourne’s central business district this week over suspected breaches of workplace and tax regulations. Officials from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and the Fair Work Ombudsman carried out unannounced inspections at various businesses over three […]… english.onlinekhabar.com/authorities-insp…

Tribhuvan University plans to introduce semester system across all faculties Kathmandu. November 13 Tribhuvan University (TU) is working on plans to introduce the semester system across all its faculties and academic programmes as part of efforts to improve the quality of higher education. The Ministry of Education and Sports held discussions with TU officials on Friday regarding improvements in the university’s academic standards, examination system […] The post… english.onlinekhabar.com/tribhuvan-univer…

Arghakhanchi students’ marigold flowers find markets in major cities across Nepal Arghakhanchi, November 10 Marigold flowers and garlands produced by students studying child science at Janata Krishna Secondary School in Sandhikharka Municipality, Arghakhanchi, have found a promising market. The flowers, grown through the students’ hard work and dedication, are now being sold in Butwal, Kathmandu, Bhairahawa and Pokhara. Teacher Prakash Bhusal said demand for the flowers […]… english.onlinekhabar.com/arghakhanchi-stu…

TU to hold convocation ceremonies in all 7 provinces; 21,274 students apply Kathmandu, November 8 Tribhuvan University (TU) is set to organise convocation ceremonies in all seven provinces. Previously, the university held the ceremony only in Kathmandu, but it is expanding the event to all seven provinces from this year. Applications were invited separately from each province for participation in the ceremonies. However, the number of applications […] The post TU to hold… english.onlinekhabar.com/tu-to-hold-convo…

Cabinet decision to give school land to Armed Police Force sparks controversy A Cabinet decision to hand over the land of Purnamrit Bhawani Secondary School in Waling, Syangja, to the Armed Police Force (APF) has drawn controversy. The school has objected, saying the land acquisition process was moved ahead without its consent. At its meeting on October 5, the Cabinet approved the acquisition of land at plot […] The post Cabinet decision to give school land to Armed Police… english.onlinekhabar.com/school-land-to-a…

Lumbini Buddhist University’s faculty reclassification leaves engineering, management students worried about careers Butwal, October 29 Students at Lumbini Buddhist University have raised concerns about their academic and professional futures after receiving transcripts that list a different faculty from the one under which they enrolled and studied. The university has placed engineering, management, tourism and several other professional programmes under the Faculty of Applied Buddhist Studies, following a […]… english.onlinekhabar.com/lumbini-buddhist…

For Nepali children in Spain, a Saturday school brings them closer to home Barcelona, October 29 When people move abroad, they often have to start many things from scratch — work, language, relationships and sometimes even their sense of identity. Sarala Sapkota, 48, went through much the same experience after moving to Spain. Having worked as a nurse in Nepal for years, she arrived in Barcelona and began […] The post For Nepali children in Spain, a Saturday school… english.onlinekhabar.com/sarala-sapkota-s…

Education Minister Pokharel discusses higher education cooperation with Cyprus envoy Kathmandu, October 27 Minister for Education and Sports Sasmit Pokharel held a meeting with Evagoras Vryonides, Cyprus’ non-resident ambassador to Nepal. According to the minister’s secretariat, the meeting focused on expanding cooperation in higher education and issues concerning Nepali students studying in Cyprus. “During the meeting held at the Ministry of Education and Sports in […] The post… english.onlinekhabar.com/education-minist…

Former secretary Ghimire appointed executive director of Staff College Kathmandu, October 28 Former secretary Ram Prasad Ghimire has been appointed executive director of the Nepal Administrative Staff College. Ghimire, who received mandatory retirement from the civil service only a few months ago, has now been given the executive leadership of the Staff College. He has already received his appointment letter from Madan Bhujel, secretary […] The post Former secretary… english.onlinekhabar.com/ghimire-executiv…

Medical education programmes get 418 additional seats for new academic session Kathmandu, October 16 The government has added 418 seats across various medical education programmes, including MBBS, BSc Nursing and BMS, compared with the previous academic year. The 28th meeting of the Medical Education Commission, chaired by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, decided to allocate a total of 9,691 seats across different levels and disciplines at 84 […] The post Medical education… english.onlinekhabar.com/medical-educatio…

Number of Nepalis in Japan reaches 300,992, including 116,000 students Kathmandu, October 14 The number of Nepalis living in Japan has reached 300,992, including around 116,000 students, according to Gyan Kumar Thapa, Nepal’s ambassador-designate to Japan. Presenting his work plan before the Parliamentary Hearing Committee, Thapa said the Nepali population in Japan had increased nearly 43-fold from 6,953 in 2005. Students make up the largest […] The post Number of… english.onlinekhabar.com/nepalis-in-japan…

Govt allocates Rs 6.54 billion to upgrade infrastructure at 109 community schools Kathmandu, October 14 The government plans to spend Rs 6.54 billion in the current fiscal year to improve the physical infrastructure of 109 community schools with more than 2,000 students each. The budget has been allocated for the construction of modern school buildings and expansion of existing infrastructure, according to the secretariat of Education and […] The post Govt allocates Rs 6.54… english.onlinekhabar.com/govt-upgrade-com…

Dismantle party-affiliated student unions without hindering student politics Political parties’ historical contributions do not give them a license to control universities and student bodies. kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/10/12/dism…

Transforming Nepal’s education from access to learning Education is one of the most powerful forces of national development. It shapes human potential, strengthens communities, and lays the foundation for economic and social progress. Over the past seven decades, Nepal has made remarkable gains in expanding access to education. Adult literacy has risen from about 21 percent in 1981 to nearly 69 percent […] The post Transforming Nepal’s education from… english.onlinekhabar.com/transforming-nep…

2 arrested for assaulting school principal in Kathmandu Kathmandu, October 11 Two people have been arrested on charges of assaulting a school principal in Kathmandu. The arrested individuals have been identified as Nishan Dahal, 36, a resident of Barahakshetra Municipality-7 in Sunsari, and Dhruv Prasad Ghimire, 44, from Dudhauli Municipality-1 in Sindhuli. A team from the Bouddha Police Circle was deployed after receiving […] The post 2 arrested for… english.onlinekhabar.com/2-arrested-for-a…

Committee formed to investigate school bus accident in Pokhara, report due within five days Pokhara, October 9 Pokhara Metropolitan City has formed a committee to investigate the accident involving a Kalika Boarding School bus that was bringing students from Majhthana in Pokhara Metropolitan City-28. According to Mayor Dhanraj Acharya, the committee has been formed to establish the facts of the accident, identify its causes, and recommend the improvements needed […] The post Committee… english.onlinekhabar.com/committee-formed…

Four of five died in Pokhara school bus accident identified Pokhara, October 9 Four of the five people who died in this morning’s school bus accident in Pokhara, Kaski, have been identified. The identified victims are Mamata Tiwari, 15, Asim Kandel, 13, Baburam Tiwari, 65, and Subechchha Tiwari, 15. The fifth victim, a girl thought to be about 15 years old, has not yet been […] The post Four of five died in Pokhara school bus accident identified appeared… english.onlinekhabar.com/pokhara-school-b…

Five killed, 14 injured as school bus plunges off road in Pokhara Pokhara, October 9 Five people, including four students, were killed when a bus carrying students from Majhthan towards Kalika in Pokhara Metropolitan City-28 crashed on Friday. Kaski District Police Chief SP Nabin Karki confirmed that 19 people were injured in the accident, five of whom later died. The bus plunged around 200 metres down a […] The post Five killed, 14 injured as school bus… english.onlinekhabar.com/five-killed-14-i…

Education Ministry holds talks with protesting resident doctors Kathmandu, October 8 Resident doctors at the National Medical College in Birgunj have approached the government, seeking solutions to the challenges they face. After 24 days of protest, the resident doctors visited the Ministry of Education and Sports at Singha Durbar to present their concerns and demands. During the meeting, more than 40 first-year resident […] The post Education Ministry holds… english.onlinekhabar.com/education-minist…

Education Minister Pokharel directs TU that results be made public within one month Kathmandu, October 8 Minister for Education and Sports Sasmit Pokharel has directed that students’ results at the university be made public within one month. Speaking at the meeting for Tribhuvan University’s (TU) 67th anniversary, Minister Pokharel, who is also the university’s pro-chancellor, said the ministry often receives complaints that exams and results are not held […] The post Education… english.onlinekhabar.com/pokharel-directs…