The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has accelerated the market monitoring during the festival period. KMC and the Department of Food Technology and Quality Control started market monitoring. In the course of monitoring the small hotels and restaurants operated in New Baneshwor,
Three girls drowned while fishing in the Sisne Khola in Gauradaha Municipality-9, Jhapa. According to police, the deceased have been identified as seven-year-old Sushma Magar and nine-year-old Swikriti Magar, daughters of local Anju Magar and 11-year-old Roshni Pariyar, daughter
A diyo (oil lamp) is an essential part of many Nepali households. Despite its deep cultural and spiritual significance, traditional diyo making is a d
Even as a college student and a working professional, I still have to take permission from my parents to do many things. I’m not saying it&rsquo
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 18. 40 points to close at 2, 487. 17 points on Thursday.  Similarly, the sensitive index dropped b
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets Donald Trump on Friday to push for more military support at a time when Kyiv and Moscow are escala
US President Donald Trump has confirmed a report he authorised the CIA to conduct covert operations inside Venezuela, provoking outrage from the South
The recent wave of youth-led activism in Nepal—the GenZ revolt—has rightly torn open the rotten underbelly of political corruption, nepoti
The Election Commission (EC) held a meeting with political parties to discuss the House of Representatives election slated for March 5 next year. I
As part of its globally recognized “Time For” campaign, Malaysia Airlines has launched “Time for Comfort in the Skies”, encour
LaLiga's decision to stage a match in Miami later this year is good for football and a reward for the international supporters who pay to watch th
The price of gold has increased by Rs 2, 000 per tola in the domestic market on Thursday.According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the precious yellow metal is being traded at Rs 250, 900 per tola today. It was traded at Rs 248, 900 per tola on We
Finance Minister Rameshwor Prasad Khanal, who is currently in the United States to attend the World Bank's annual meeting, held a discussion with Asian Development Bank President Masato Kanda on Wednesday.It has been learnt that matters related to progress, achievements and chall
Tihar, the most awaited festival after Dashain for many, is in the corner. People wait for this festival for many reasons, like lights, colors, and probably money they receive as dakshina. I love them all. But the most important aspect that every Nepali person waits for is the da
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has been handed a one-match touchline ban and a fine of 8,000 pounds ($10,689) after he admitted a charge of misconduct
Qatar champions Al-Sadd have parted ways with coach Felix Sanchez by mutual agreement, the club announced on Wednesday, ending a tenure that began wit
Harry Kane is still haunted by his penalty miss in the 2022 World Cup quarter-finals and the England captain says he is determined to make up for the worst moment of his career at next year's tournament in North America, Reuters reported .With England trailing France 2-1 in Qatar
CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has called for an immediate reinstatement of the House of Representatives that was dissolved in the wake of the Sept 8-
Nepal’s external sector has shown remarkable resilience, buoyed by improvements in the current account, balance of payments, remittance inflows
The U.S. military's Middle East command on Wednesday called on Hamas to stop its violence against civilians in Gaza and disarm "without delay
Jim Bolger, New Zealand's prime minister from 1990 to 1997 who helped usher in a new era of reconciliation with indigenous Maori, died on Wednesda
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu appears likely to survive two no-confidence votes in parliament on Thursday after offering to suspend&nbs
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to stop buying oil from Russia, and Trump
Currently there is no significant weather system affecting the country, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology stated. There will be partial c
Nepal defeated Oman by 38 runs in the match held under Super Six of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia & EAP Qualifier on Wednesday. Chasing the
Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban government say they have agreed a temporary ceasefire after fresh border clashes and reported Pakistani air str
Hamas says it has handed over the bodies of two more Israeli hostages under the terms of the US-brokered ceasefire deal, but says it needs time and sp
Following a month of fear driven by GenZ protests, major political parties, primarily the Nepali Congress (NC) and CPN-UML, are holding crucial meetin
Jitendra Prasad Sonar (Sonal) has been appointed as the Chief Minister of Madhes Pradesh. Madhes Pradesh Ch
Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Nepal Rob Fenn along with his delegation paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sushila Karki today. During the
German Ambassador to Nepal Udo Eugen Volz paid a courtesy call on Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Kulman Ghising today.  I
CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli stressed on the need for strong unity within the party during difficult and adverse situations. Inaugurating the par
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 22. 58 points to close at 2, 505. 58 points on Wednesday.Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 2. 92 points to close at 4397. 02 points.A total of 7,611,660-unit shares of 318 companies were traded for Rs 3. 10 billion.Meanwhile, Sa
Speaker Devraj Ghimire today held a meeting with various political parties to discuss contemporary political developments.  In the meeting hel
CPN-UML Chairman Oli has proposed in the political report he presented in the Central Committee meeting to hold the party General Convention from Dece
The 10th Central Committee meeting of the CPN-UML commenced today at the Rambagh Palace in Bhanimandal, Lalitpur. This is the first Central Committ
President Ram Chandra Paudel and National Assembly Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal held a meeting today. In the meeting that took place at the Presid
Three people died and two others were injured when a factory wall collapsed at the Kisan Dana Factory at Shantikunj Tole of Ratnagar Municipality-12 i
Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga has died at the age of 80, family sources have told the BBC. Odinga died on Wednesday while receiving med
Bashar al-Assad’s government carried out a two-year clandestine operation to truck thousands of bodies from one of Syria’s largest known m
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino scored twice as Spain beat Bulgaria to move closer to qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, BBC reported. Spain b
Italy beat Israel 3-0 at home on Tuesday thanks to a Mateo Retegui double and a late goal from Gianluca Mancini, securing at least a World Cup playoff
Ivory Coast overcame Kenya 3-0 in their final qualifier on Tuesday to finish top of their group and secure a berth at next year's World Cup finals
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has launched the Digital Address System (DAS) in its ward no 26 with an objective to make the ward more technolo
A fire on Tuesday at a garment factory in Bangladesh and an adjacent chemical warehouse killed at least 16 people and injured others, and the death to
The price of gold has increased by Rs 400 per tola in the domestic market on Wednesday. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealer
Nepal’s top-tier football competition, the Sahid Smarak A-Division League, will not begin as scheduled. The All Nepal Football Association (ANFA
England booked their place in next year's World Cup finals as captain Harry Kane scored twice in a 5-0 romp away to Latvia on Tuesday to ensure they will win qualifying Group K, Reuters reported.There has been little doubt throughout the campaign that England would reach a ninth
The Securities Board of Nepal (Sebon) has decided to implement the recommendations made by a government task force formed to restore investor confiden
Speaker Devrah Ghimire has started holding consultations with the political parties on contemporary political situations. The then chief whips and
Portugal were forced to delay punching their World Cup ticket after being held to a 2-2 home draw by Hungary in Tuesday's qualifier as Dominik Szo
Twenty passengers were burnt alive and 16 were critically injured when a private bus travelling from Jaisalmer to Jodhpur caught fire on Tue
Senegal secured a runaway 4-0 victory over neighbours Mauritania to finish top of their qualifying group and reach next year's World Cup finals, R
The weather will remain clear across the country today. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology's weather forecasting division has stated t
District Administration Office (DAO), Kathmandu is resuming services related to passport application from today.Issuing a notice, the district administration said the passport application related services will be provided in two shifts from 7 am to 7 pm today.The online slot of t
The repeated promulgation of constitutions shows that Nepal has been a constitutional laboratory for experimenting with various democratic models. Fro
Finance Minister Rameshwor Prasad Khanal, who is now in Washington DC to participate in the annual meetings of World Bank and International Monetary F
Google's parent company Alphabet will invest $15bn (£11.29bn) to build an AI data hub in southern India's Andhra Pradesh state, BBC&nbsp
The US has struck another vessel off the coast of Venezuela on Tuesday, killing six people, President Donald Trump has said, BBC reported. In
An elite military unit says it has seized power in Madagascar from President Andry Rajoelina following weeks of youth-led protests in the Indian Ocean island, BBC reported.Standing outside the presidential palace on Tuesday, CAPSAT chief Col Michael Randrianirina said the militar
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has told parliament he backs suspending controversial 2023 pension reforms, in the face of crucial votes
Respected office bearers of the party, former office bearers, and central members, I heartily welcome all comrades to this meeting. In this difficu
Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba has entrusted Vice President Purna Bahadur Khadka with the responsibility of acting party president.&nbsp
Within just a few hours of the Supreme Court reopening for writ registrations, more than half a dozen petitions were filed. By Tuesday afternoon, most
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 19. 43 points to close at 2, 528. 16 points on Tuesday. Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 4. 60
The Nepal Calendar Determination Committee has announced the auspicious hour for observing this year's ritualistic Tihar 'tika'. Accord
If there is one place that is as busy as the bus stops and airports during Dashain, it’s the ‘mithai pasals’ during Tihar. Crowded a
Festivals can be demanding and Tihar is one that puts extra pressure on us to clean, host, and participate in rituals. There is a lot to do and someti
On Sept 8, most GenZ youths probably woke up earlier than usual, driven by hope and a mission to protest against the rampant corruption plaguing Nepal
The price of gold has increased by Rs 8, 100 per tola in the domestic market on Tuesday. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Deale
The Hetauda Sub-Metropolitan City has imposed a complete ban on the production, sale and distribution of plastic bouquets, flowers and garlands. Is
The Palestinian group Hamas handed over Bipin Joshi's body to Israel. Hamas handed over the bodies of four people, including Joshi, to Israel t
A first-half header from Nick Woltemade was enough as Germany edged a dogged Northern Ireland 1-0 in Belfast on Oct 13 to stay top of their 2026 World
Kevin De Bruyne scored a pair of penalties as Belgium boosted their bid to qualify for the World Cup with a crucial 4-2 win against Wales on Oct 13, R
The Bailey bridge being built by China at Lende Khola along the Nepal–China border in Rasuwagadhi has reached its final stage, raising hopes tha
France’s perfect record in their World Cup qualifying campaign ended as they were held to a 2-2 draw away to Iceland who got a late equaliser in
Lionel Messi has rejoined the Argentina squad and could feature in Tuesday's friendly against Puerto Rico, coach Lionel Scaloni said after the for
Finance Minister Rameshwore Prasad Khanal and Regional Vice President of the World Bank Group Johannes Jatt held a meeting in Washington DC on Monday.
The 45 MW Upper Bhotekoshi Hydropower Project in Sindhupalchowk, which had been shut down for a month over locals’ demand for 10 percent free sh
The weather will remain partly cloudy in the hilly areas of Koshi, Gandaki and Sudurpaschim Provinces and mainly fair in the rest of the country. L
Finance Minister Rameshwore Prasad Khanal, who is in the USA to attend the annual meetings of the World Bank Group of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), addressed the Business Dialogue of the US Chamber of Commerce on Monday.Organized by the US Chamber of Commerce, Minister K
Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt won the 2025 Nobel economics prize for their work on how innovation and the forces of “creative des
Forty-two Zimbabwean and Malawian nationals have died after a bus taking them home overturned on a South African road, authorities have said, BBC&nbsp
There have been celebrations across Israel and the Palestinian territories as a major hostage and prisoner exchange on Monday marked a significant ste
Madagascar's embattled President Andry Rajoelina has said he is sheltering in a "safe place" after an attempt on his life, following wee
A case has been filed against CPN (Maoist Center) leader and former Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara, who was arrested in a gold smuggling case. The
It has finally been confirmed that Nepali student Bipin Joshi died while being held captive by the Hamas group in Gaza. Hamas on Monday released th
The supply of drinking water from the Melamchi project, obstructed due to monsoon rains, has resumed in the Kathmandu Valley. The drinking water su
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) gained 44. 25 points to close at 2, 547. 60 points on Monday. Similarly, the sensitive index surged by 5. 14
Police have arrested three Indian nationals with 11 kg marijuana from the customs area of the Tribhuvan International Airport. The arrestees have b
Hamas handed over all 20 surviving hostages to Israel on Monday, a major step towards ending two years of devastating war in Gaza as U.S. President Do
Global warming is crossing dangerous thresholds sooner than expected with the world’s coral reefs now in an almost irreversible die-off, marking
Gold prices scaled to another record high on Monday as investors revved up their safe-haven bets after U.S. President Donald Trumprenewed ta
Nepal’s interim government is operating amid a deep national crisis. Public trust in the state is weak. Institutions are working at cross purpos
Three children drowned in flood water at Gaur Municipality-3, Rautahat. The deceased have been identified as Astha Kumari Baitha (13), Ragani Yadav
Seventy-five companies across various sectors are awaiting the approval of the Securities Board of Nepal (Sebon) to go public. These companies are awa
In addition to highlighting the long-simmering generational resentment in the nation, the GenZ protests in Sept 2025 brought about one of the worst ec
US President Donald Trump is considering sending Tomahawk long-range cruise missiles to Ukraine, saying it would provide "a new step of aggressio
The price of gold reached an all-time high in the domestic market on Monday, setting a new historical record. According to the Federation of Nepal
China’s exports to the United States fell 27% in September from the year before, even though growth in its global exports hit a six-month high,
Morocco will host Africa’s four-team World Cup playoffs next month which offer the possibility of an additional place at next year’s final
Denmark beat Greece 3-1 at home on Sunday to keep their unbeaten World Cup qualification campaign on track and end the visitors' hopes of reaching
Memphis Depay extended his Netherlands scoring record as they cruised to an easy 4-0 win over Finland in their World Cup qualifier on Sunday to move a
Scotland's Che Adams and Scott McTominay scored in each half to beat Belarus 2-1 on Sunday, provisionally rising to the top of Group D in the Worl
Jungle safari has resumed in Shuklaphanta National Park. The park administration has opened the jungle safari for tourists in Shuklaphanta from Mon
Tourists visiting Upper Mustang have been urged to take necessary health precautions. With the number of tourists visiting Upper Mustang falling il
The weather will remain partly cloudy in the hilly areas and mainly fair in the rest of the country. Light rain is likely to occur at one or two pl
At least 27 people have been killed in fierce clashes between Hamas security forces and armed members of the Dughmush family in Gaza City, in one of t
The office of Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina has said an attempt to seize power illegally and by force is under way in the country, BBC re
Donald Trump's latest threat to impose an additional 100% tariff on Chinese goods is "a typical example of US double standards", China&#
US President Donald Trump has said "the war is over" as he travels to Israel for the release of hostages from Gaza under the ceasefire deal
Skies are turning blue and the morning sunbeams in my city are gradually becoming tolerable. During the morning assembly time in my school I could cat
Popular Nepali singers Arjun Sapkota and Priya Bhandari have released their latest Lok Dohori dancing song titled “Ma Ta Patyaunna Ke Re”
Imagine yourself at dawn in Kathmandu, standing in a fuel line that hasn’t moved all night. The line shudders with coughing engines, the acrid w
Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Krishna Bahadur Mahara, was arrested by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police on Sund
Ambassador of Switzerland to Nepal Dr. Danielle Meuwly paid a courtesy call on  Prime Minister Sushila Karki at the latter’s office to
Former Speaker Krishna Bahadur Mahara has been arrested on Sunday. According to Nepal Police spokesperson Binod 
The Supreme Court is to register new cases including writs from Tuesday, October 14. A full court meeting of the&nbsp
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 78. 83 points to close at 2, 503. 35 points on Sunday.  Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Kulman Ghising inspected the flood-affected areas in Jhapa this morning.  He visited the b
President Ram Chandra Paudel has been discharged from the hospital on Sunday. According to Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Manmohan Cardiot
European Union member countries began rolling out a new entry and exit system on Sunday at the bloc’s external borders, electronically registeri
Hotel Mystic Mountain, which has been providing excellent service in the hospitality sector for eight years, has started its service in Pokhara also.
Thousands of Palestinians streamed north along the coast of Gaza on Saturday, trekking by foot, car, and cart back to their abandoned homes
Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton has died at the age of 79. Keaton, who was born in Los Angeles, shot to fame in the 1970s through her role as Ka
Norway ran riot with a 5-0 win at home to Israel in a World Cup qualifier on Saturday, as Erling Haaland struck a hat-trick to celebrate his 50th inte
The price of gold has increased by Rs 3,000 per tola (11.66 grams) today as compared to Friday. Gold is being traded at Rs 238,000 per tola today a
Argentina's Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has withdrawn from the squad due to inflammation in his right knee, the national team said on Oct 11
France defender Ibrahima Konate has withdrawn from the squad due to a thigh injury sustained in Liverpool's 2-1 Premier League loss at Chelsea las
Humla received a large number of Indian pilgrims visiting Kailash, a holy religious shrine for Hindu devotees. Generally, Indian tourists make their j
The United Arab Emirates struck late goals through Marcus Meloni and Caio Lucas to earn a 2-1 win over Oman in Doha on Saturday as Cosmin Olaroiu'
Portugal's Ruben Neves scored a stoppage-time goal to snatch a 1-0 win over Ireland that preserved their 100% record in World Cup qualifying Group
Spain continued their dominant World Cup qualifying campaign with a 2-0 victory over Georgia after goals from Jeremy Pino and Mikel Oyarzabal at Elche
Italy's hopes of at least making the World Cup qualifying playoffs were given a boost with a 3-1 win away to Estonia on Saturday thanks to goals f
Iraq sealed a 1-0 victory over Indonesia in Jeddah on Saturday to maintain their hopes of a first World Cup appearance since 1986 as Zidane Iqbal'
  The recent rain-induced disasters damaged properties worth Rs 40 million in Kankai area in Jhapa district. Mayor of Kankai Municipality R
There is no influence of remarkable weather systems across the country today. It is stated that this year's monsoon is exiting from all territo
Dozens of people have been killed in a drone strike at a displacement shelter in el-Fasher, a besieged Sudanese city on the brink of collapse, activis
Hamas has recalled about 7,000 members of its security forces to reassert control over areas of Gaza recently vacated by Israeli troops, according to
Hundreds of thousands of people have held a rally in Tel Aviv, ahead of the expected release of Israeli hostages by Hamas, BBC reported. Addre
No survivors are expected to be found after a major explosion at a Tennessee munitions factory on Friday that has left 18 people unaccounted for, BBC
As the festival season approaches, homes light up with joy, traditions, and the promise of togetherness. For many, it’s a time of warmth, blessi
As a youth, I find it difficult to work from home and not go to the office. It’s tricky juggling household chores and office work. How can I get
Japan's Komeito party on Friday said it would quit its coalition with the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) throwing the LDP's grip on power into
The Trump administration on Thursday proposed banning Chinese airlines from flying over Russia on routes to and from the United States, saying the red
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday, AFP reported. She won "for her
Police have arrested two persons for their alleged involvement in murdering a man at Chandeshwori in Tokha on Thursday. The sus
Peru's Congress has voted to remove President Dina Boluarte from office, hours after a late-night session was called to debate her impeachmen
Taiwan will build a dome-like air defence system to guard against "hostile threats", President William Lai announced a day after his governm
Diversions have been constructed on various sections of the BP Highway damaged by last week's floods, and preparations have been made for operatio
President Ram Chandra Paudel is to hold discussions with political parties represented in the dissolved House of Representatives today regarding the u
The CPN-UML Central Committee meeting has been postponed due to lack of preparations, said Dr Bhishma Adhikari, the party central office secretary.
Overnight Russian missile and drone strikes have caused power cuts in large parts of Ukraine's capital, Kyiv. Nine people were injured while re
Algeria has become the fourth African country to qualify for the 2026 World Cup — and all of them are from the north of the continent, Associate
The price of gold has dropped by Rs 4, 200 per tola in the domestic market on Friday. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers&
Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo converted two penalties while Tijjani Reijnders and Memphis Depay also scored in a 4-0 win away to Malta on Thursday as
The Czech Republic battled to a goalless draw in their World Cup qualifier against Croatia on Thursday, holding off the group leader's who poured
Striker Rasmus Hojlund and substitute Anders Dreyer both netted twice as Denmark roared to a 6-0 win over Belarus in their World Cup qualifying clash
Scotland stunned Greece with a 3-1 home win in their Group C qualifier on Thursday to take a big step towards a first World Cup since 1998 on a night
The Philippines and some regions of Indonesia have issued a tsunami warning urging coastal communities to evacuate after a magnitude 7.4 earthquake st
The western wind is affecting many parts of Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpaschim Provinces, and some western parts of Gandaki Province, while the influe
The World Mental Health Day is being celebrated today to raise awareness about mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.The day celebration had begun since 1992 as a powerful reminder that there is no health without mental health.T
The Nyalu road has been obstructed due to incessant snowfall. Domestic tourists travelling in six vehicles near Lapcha have been stranded after the
The 58th secretariat meeting of the CPN-UML is taking place at party chair KP Sharma Oli's residence in Gundu at 11 am today. According to secr
Wondering what to watch this weekend? You’re not alone. We, at ApEx, are guilty of taking more time to search for a movie than actually watching
Nepal is facing a unique convergence of political, social, and environmental challenges, leaving a profound impact on the collective mental health of its population. This year’s World Mental Health Day theme, “Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies,” co
I must have written about this book at least half a dozen times and I recommend it whenever I get the chance. My close circle of friends have perhaps
By embedding practical awareness, strong security, and digital trust in the investor “ecosystem”, Nepal can nurture a generation of empowered citizens. Digitization expands inclusion but also increases potential risks in the absence of adequate financial education. There are many
The interim government formed in the immediate aftermath of a youths-led movement on Sept 8-9 has an uphill task ahead: conducting elections within si
The Prince of Wales will attend the COP30 climate summit in Brazil next month on behalf of the King, Kensington Palace has announced, BBC reporte
A near-complete skeleton found on Dorset's Jurassic coast has been identified as a new species of ichthyosaur, a type of prehistoric marine reptil
Israel’s Cabinet early Friday approved President Donald Trump’s plan for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of all the rem
Sir Keir Starmer has praised the UK-India trade deal as a "launchpad" for closer ties after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Mumbai,
It has been exactly one month since the GenZ protests toppled the KP Sharma Oli-led government, marking one of the most dramatic political shifts in N
Nepal is facing a unique convergence of political, social, and environmental challenges, leaving a profound impact on the collective mental health of
A month has passed since the GenZ protests shook the nation.But many people, who were injured during the protests, are still undergoing treatment in various hospitalsHundreds of thousands of youths across Nepal took to the streets on September 8 and 9 to protest against the gover
A cholera vaccination campaign is set to be launched in Bara and Parsa districts in response to the recent cholera outbreak and the heightened risk of
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) gained 22. 59 points to close at 2, 582. 18 points on Thursday.Similarly, the sensitive index surged by 4. 84 points to close at 451. 31 points.A total of 11,830,077-unit shares of 313 companies were traded for Rs 5. 27 billion.Meanwhile, Bindhyab
Nine major highways in three provinces have been blocked due to floods and landslides triggered by incessant rainfall in various parts of the country
CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has claimed that the current situation in the country is unusual. Addressing a program organized by the Bhaktapur Di
The GenZ uprising of Sept 8-9 has reignited debate over the relevance of Nepal’s federal governance system. Calls are growing to dismantle the p
The price of gold reached an all-time high in the domestic market on Thursday, setting a new historical record. According to the Federation of Nepa
The Department of Water Supply and Sewage Management has started the process of collecting details of damage caused to drinking water and sanitat
Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK will not relax visa rules for India, speaking before he arrived in the country to tout the benefits of a recent trade
Nepali Ambassador to Iraq, Ghanashyam Lamsal, presented his credentials to President Dr Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid at a special ceremony held at the Baghdad Palace in Baghdad, Iraq on Wednesday.On the occasion, Ambassador Lamsal, on behalf of President Ram Chandra Paudel, wished Pr
Nepal has exported electricity worth nearly Rs 15bn so far in the current fiscal year 2025/26, according to the Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA).&nbs
The Nobel Prize for Chemistry has been awarded to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M Yaghi for their work on metal-organic frameworks, BBC&nb
CPN-UML Chairperson KP Sharma Oli has indicated that he will not step down from party leadership anytime soon. Amid growing pressure from within th
Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first footballer to reach billionaire status, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index, which has valued
The Liverpool superstar scored twice in a 3-0 victory over Djibouti on Wednesday to ensure Egypt will top its African qualifying group with one round
Boca Juniors coach Miguel Angel Russo, whose extensive career spanned more than a dozen clubs in Argentina, Chile, Mexico, Spain, and Colomb
Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday (October 8, 2025) in announcing the outlines of the biggest breakthrough in months in the two-year
The weather today will remain partly cloudy in the hilly areas and mainly fair in the rest of the country.There is a possibility of light rain in one or two places of the hilly areas of the country, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division.Meteorological analysis by t
Kathmandu University (KU) is taking significant steps to internationalize higher education in Nepal, aiming to position the country as a regional educ
Nepal defeated Kuwait by 58 runs in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia and EAP Qualifiers. Chasing a victory target of 142 runs posted by Nepal i
The World Post Day 2025 is being observed across the world, including Nepal today. The Day is observed in commemoration of the anniversary of the U
Restrictions have been placed on content on some social media platforms in Afghanistan, Taliban government sources told BBC Afghan. Filters have be
US President Donald Trump has said he has been informed "we are very close to a deal" to end the war in Gaza, after officials reported progr
French President Emmanuel Macron will name a new prime minister within 48 hours, the Elysee Palace has said, fending off speculation that fresh electi
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of starting the Pacific Palisades fire in Los Angeles that killed 12 people and destroyed more than 6
KP Sharma Oli has made it clear that he is not planning to step down as party chair in the near future. This comes despite calls from the public and p
Kunal Kayal has been appointed as the Vice President of the Nepal-India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI).  He previously served as Tre
Nepal and Germany today signed a technical and financial cooperation agreement on 41 million euros in grant. German Ambassador to Nepal Udo Volz an
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 45. 36 points to close at 2, 559. 59 points on Wednesday.. Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 8.
The Election Commission (EC) has invited political parties to a meeting for discussions on October 16 regarding the House of Representatives (HoR) ele
Singapore’s prison hanged a Malaysian drug trafficker Wednesday, marking the second execution in two weeks and raising the number of executions in the city-state to 12 this year despite pressure to abolish the death penalty, Associated Press reported.A Singapore anti-death penalt
At least 15 people have been killed after debris from a massive landslide hit a bus in India’s northern state of Himachal Pradesh, local authori
Nepal defeated Malaysia to clinch Women's Twenty20 International Series cricket on Wednesday. Nepal won the series defeating Malaysia by five w
More than 14,000 inmates escaped from 28 prisons and juvenile detention centers across Nepal during the GenZ–led protests on Sept 8–9. The
The government has said that the reconstruction of the road infrastructure damaged by the recent floods and landslides will cost Rs 12.38 billion, giv
The price of gold has increased by Rs 2, 600 per tola in the domestic market on Wednesday. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dea
To put it bluntly, Nepal’s disaster management system is a chronic liability for the nation’s economy and development. Year after year, th
US special envoy Steve Witkoff and US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner will join Gaza peace plan talks between Israeli and Hamas
Gold pushed through $4,000 an ounce to hit a record on Wednesday, driven by investors seeking safety from mounting economic and geopolitical uncertain
A paramotor attack on a festival and protest in central Myanmar has killed at least 24 people and wounded 47 others, a spokesperson from the exiled Na
The Nepali national cricket team is taking on Kuwait today under the ICC T20 World Cup and East Asia Pacific Regional Qualifier with the target to par
Striker Mexx Meerdink has withdrawn from the Netherlands squad for this week’s World Cup qualifiers against Malta and Finland, the Dutch footbal
Columbus Crew midfielder and four-time MLS Cup champion Darlington Nagbe will retire at the end of the season, the player and club announced Tuesday,
England's golden generation failed to live up to their potential because they were "egotistical losers" who fostered an unfriendly environment and were unable to work together, former Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard said, Reuters reported.In the 2000s, big things were expecte
Belgian forward Leandro Trossard said there was never any question of him leaving Arsenal at the start of the season, despite speculation about a tran
Continuous rainfall on Oct 4 and 5 inflicted widespread damage to major highways, bridges and culverts across eastern and central Nepal, severely disr
Most parts of Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim Provinces and some western parts of Gandaki Province will witness the influence of western winds, whil
The Koshi province government is mobilizing a team of doctors from today in its effort to ease the health services in the monsoon disaster hit distric
The Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded to John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis for their work on quantum mechanics that is paving the way for a new generation of very powerful computers, BBC reported."There is no advanced technology used today that does not re
A total of 580 hikers who were trapped by severe weather near Mount Everest have been guided to safety in Tibet, according to Chinese state media, BBC reported.The trekkers arrived in the small township of Qudang and surrounding areas, along with 300 local guides, yak handlers an
Israelis have gathered across the country to mark two years since the Hamas-led attack on 7 October 2023, as negotiations continued in Egypt over an end to the war in Gaza, BBC reported.The attack saw over 1,200 people killed and 251 others taken back to Gaza as hostages. It was
Fifa has accused Malaysia of falsifying citizenship documents so seven foreign-born players could play for the national team, BBC reported.Football's world governing body had fined and suspended the players in late September and on Monday released a report justifying its action.F
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development has begun collecting details of loss and damage caused to the agriculture and livestock sector a
A month after GenZ protesters toppled the KP Sharma Oli-led government and an interim administration headed by former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was formed, uncertainty still looms over whether the new government will be able to hold fresh elections on March 5 next year. Conduct
A recent international report has documented appalling levels of child abuse and sexual exploitation in South Asia, and Nepal is one of the countries
Nepal’s economy continues to recover steadily despite disruptions to trade and aid globally, states the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF
The Commission formed to investigate the incidents of September 8 and 9, 2025 has stated that there is no need to wait for the commission's report
A judge in Albania has been shot dead after a man opened fire during a trial at the Court of Appeal in the capital Tirana, BBC reported. Judge
With Dashain parties and visitors coming over all throughout the day, our kitchens might have seen better days. It’s a small price to pay for reconnecting with loved ones but now it’s time to get rid of the grime and we’re sure you aren’t looking forward to it just like us. The t
Chinese car making giant BYD says the UK has become its biggest market outside China, after its sales there surged by 880% in September compared to a year earlier, BBC reported.The company says it sold 11,271 cars in the UK last month, with the plug-in hybrid version of its Seal
Oman striker Muhsen Al-Ghassani has backed former Real Madrid coach Carlos Queiroz to lead the Gulf state to their first-ever World Cup as the country prepares for the next phase of Asia's preliminaries for the 2026 finals, Reuters reported.The Omanis take on Qatar in Group A of
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed his sorrow over the destruction inflicted by floods and landslides in Nepal.Today, through the social media platform X, the prime minister paid tribute to those who lost their lives in these tragic events and offered heartfelt
Dashain had us feasting till we couldn’t budge and now as we prepare for Tihar we have a million things to do that leaves us with little to no time to exercise. But we know we must move our bodies, not just to shed the holiday weight but to keep our bodies fit and agile in the lo
Indian climber Shradha Gupta successfully summited Mount Manaslu at 8: 06 am on September 26, 2025.She was accompanied by her guide Tenji Sherpa with Nirmal Purja’s Elite Exped company to climb the world’s eight highest mountain (8163 meters).Manaslu is one of the famed peaks whi
Due to floods and landslides triggered by incessant rains since the night of Oct 3, movement along highways and roads has been difficult. Tourists visiting Nepal have been stranded in several parts of the country. However, as rainfall has now subsided, life is gradually returning
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) plunged by 58. 55 points to close at 2, 604. 96 points on Tuesday.Similarly, the sensitive index dropped by 7. 88 points to close at 454. 62 points.A total of 10,345,903-unit shares of 326 companies were traded for Rs 4. 62 billion.Meanwhile, Cent
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is Nepal’s only game sanctuary. Established in 1983, it spans 1,325 sq km, touching the districts of Baglung, Rukum, and Myagdi. I had been hearing about the untamed beauty of Dhorpatan since childhood and always longed to see it. But as I grew older, ad
The price of gold reached an all-time high in the domestic market on Tuesday, setting a new historical record.According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Traders, the price of gold has increased by Rs 2, 300 per tola to reach Rs 235, 400 per tola today. It was traded at
More than 1,000 houses were affected from floods that occurred with incessant rainfall on Saturday and Sunday in Sunsari district.  Superinten
Italian Fabio Cannavaro will coach Uzbekistan as they prepare for their first World Cup next year, the Central Asian nation's soccer association said on Monday, Reuters reported.Cannavaro won the World Cup with Italy as a player, captaining his country to the title in 2006, but h
The work to construct a temporary road along the BP Highway, which was demanded following the floods and landslides caused by the Roshi river on October 4 and 5, has begun.As the water flow in the Roshi river subsided after the two-day flood, the diversion work commenced on Sunda
At least 16 persons were injured when a microbus and a motorbike collided with each other at HaramiChowk- 4, Bagmati Rural Municipality, Makwanpur, along the Madan Bhandari Highway on Tuesday. The bus (M.P. 02-001 Ja 0072) was heading towards Hetauda from Sindhuli when it collide
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and irrigation, Kulman Ghising, has directed concerned officials to make the electricity system further reliable,
England defender Jarell Quansah left Liverpool for Germany's Bayer Leverkusen in search of more game time and a new challenge in a different environment, he said on Monday, Reuters reported.The 22-year-old, who is in the England squad for two games this month, made 58 appearances
Striker Harry Kane has indicated that he is open to extending his stay at Bayern Munich beyond 2027 when his current contract ends, saying his desire to return to the Premier League has dimmed, Reuters reported.Kane has set a string of records since joining Bayern from boyhood cl
When thousands of youths marched onto the streets on September 8, many in school dresses, they challenged the traditional power structure using digital platforms. Two things were particularly uncommon in this protest: First, the term “GenZ” and the second, the use of digital plat
The Koshi Province Government today dispatched various relief materials for the flood and landslide-affected people in Ilam district. Secretary at the Koshi Province Ministry of Internal Affairs and Law, Ram Prasad Acharya, said that the relief materials have been sent to the dis
Gold prices in Nepal surged to an all-time high of Rs 233,100 per tola (11.664 grams) on Monday. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver
A landslide in Siruwari-2 of Raghuganga Rural Municipality in Myagdi has disrupted transportation services along the Beni–Jomsom–Korala road within the Kaligandaki Corridor. This road traverses the northern regions of Myagdi, Raghuganga, and Annapurna Rural Municipalities, linkin
The Rapti Institute of Health Sciences is facing an acute shortage of hospital beds as the number of patients seeking treatment has surged sharply. Th
During Dashain, when meat dishes take center stage in most Nepali households, it’s rare to find families that completely avoid meat. Yet, in Dan
The effect of monsoon winds is slowly decreasing. However, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Meteorological Forecasting Division, has repor
Indirect talks aimed at reaching a final agreement on a US peace plan to end the war in Gaza are set to continue on Tuesday in the Egyptian city of Sharm El-Sheikh, BBC reported.Palestinian and Egyptian officials have told the BBC that the sessions are focused on "creating the fi
An Indian lawyer has thrown a shoe at the country's Chief Justice BR Gavai after apparently being angered by remarks the judge made about Hinduism, BBC reported.Rakesh Kishore launched his attack during Monday's court proceedings in Delhi in what is seen across India as a serious
British microcomputers were among more than 100,000 foreign-made parts contained in Russian missiles and drones used in Sunday's deadly strikes on Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky has said, BBC reported.The Ukrainian president called for further "effective" sanctions after saying part
The man tipped to be the next prime minister of Bangladesh has ended months of speculation by saying he will return from two decades overseas to fight landmark elections, BBC reported."The time has come, God willing, I will return soon," Tarique Rahman, the Bangladesh Nationalist
Nepal is set to send a significantly smaller team to 30th UN Climate Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil. The conference will be held from
Less than a month after the formation of the new government, the private sector has hailed five major initiatives announced by the Ministry of Finance
At least 46 people lost their lives in the monsoon-induced disasters. As per the details of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Aut
France's Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has resigned, less than a day after his cabinet was unveiled, BBC reported. "The condi
Korala checkpoint has been developed as a tourist destination since the last few years. The number of domestic tourists visiting the Korala border
Rescuers were helping hundreds of hikers trapped by heavy snow at tourist campsites on a slope of Mount Everest in Tibet, Chinese state media sai
Thirty-people, who were injured during the Gen-Z protests, are still receiving treatment at different hospitals across the country, as per the latest
Israel and Hamas prepared for indirect negotiations in Egypt on Monday, as hopes for a possible ceasefire in Gaza grew after Prime Minister
The Election Commission has postponed the scheduled by-election for the Province Assembly in Manang district. Manang district has only one election co
Two-time Grand Slam finalist Amanda Anisimova won her second WTA 1000 title of the year on Sunday, brushing off a second-set stumble to beat Linda Nos
The price of gold has increased by Rs 1, 500 per tola in the domestic market on Monday. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealer
At least 555 people, who were stranded in various parts of Koshi Province affected by floods and landslides following incessant rainfall, have been re
The death toll from the collapse of a school in Indonesia has risen to 54, authorities said, with rescuers still searching for more than a dozen missi
The kindness and compassion instilled in Prince Mahasattva was transformative. Once a hunter intent on taking life, he went on to become a protector.
According to the Constitution, Nepal is a federal parliamentary republic, where the Prime Minister with executive powers is elected through the parlia
Two roads connecting Hetauda and Kathmandu have reopened this morning. The Hetauda-Kulekhani-Phakhel-Pharping road and the Hetauda-Palung-Naubise r
Sevilla thrashed Barcelona 4-1 on Sunday, ending the champions' unbeaten start in LaLiga and denying them an opportunity to return to the top of t
Second-half goals from Andre Anguissa and Rasmus Hojlund helped Napoli battle back to earn a 2-1 home win over Genoa on Sunday as the defending champions moved top of the Serie A standings, Reuters reported.Napoli's perfect start to the league campaign was ended by a 2-1 loss at
Erling Haaland scored his ninth Premier League goal of the season to earn Manchester City a laboured 1-0 victory at Brentford which lifted them to fif
“I just wanted to become a mechanic,” said Uma Shankar Rayabhar, a 24-year-old man from Bara district. Instead, he spent nearly a year in jail for a crime he didn’t understand—and likely didn’t commit. Rayabhar was detained for 11 months after being falsely implicated in a massiv
Cradled in the arms of digitalization, today's world has undoubtedly made rapid progress in every possible field imaginable. These giant leaps fro
AC Milan's Christian Pulisic missed a penalty and his side had to settle for a 0-0 draw away to Juventus on Sunday, denying the visitors a return
Over 1,300 houses have submerged in Sunsari due to incessant rainfall. Floods, inundations, and landslides triggered by torrential rainfall have th
The water level of the Saptakoshi river has gradually decreased today as torrential rainfall stopped in the region.  Superintendent of the Arm
Floods triggered by torrential rainfall wreaked havoc in Jhapa this year. More than 12,000 people from around 3,500 households have been displaced
The impacts of monsoon wind are still in existence across the country today. According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, the weather is
Hindus across the country are observing the Kojagrat Poornima (full moon day) today as part of the final day of the 15-day Bada Dashain festival by wo
Prime Minister Sushila Karki has expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and properties in Ilam district and other areas of the country following the
Japanese stocks have hit a record high after the country's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) named Sanae Takaichi as its new leader, posi
President Donald Trump has sent federalised troops from California to Oregon after a court denied his attempt to deploy the National Guard in Portland
US President Donald Trump has urged everyone involved in efforts to end the Gaza war to "move fast" as mediators are set to meet in Egypt on Monday for indirect peace talks between Hamas and Israel, BBC reported.The talks come after Hamas agreed to some parts of a 20-point US pea
Billionaire businessman Andrej Babis has won parliamentary elections in the Czech Republic, although his populist ANO party fell short of an overall m
At least 52 people have been killed and several remain missing due to landslides and floods caused by torrential rains on Oct 4 and 5. The highest num
The death toll in landslides and floods due to incessant rain since Friday has reached 52, according to Nepal Police. The data collected till Sunday s
Nepal Airlines (NA) is airlifting the passengers, stranded in Bhairahawa following incessant rain, to Kathmandu in its chartered flight.  Chie
Five people have died and tens of thousands have been left without power in Ukraine after intense Russian missile and drone attacks overnight, Ukraini
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has said that the rain-causing low pressure monsoon system has exited the country.  Issuing a pres
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and damage caused by heavy rains in Nepal. Taking to X, the In
Domestic flights at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), which had been suspended due to incessant rainfall and subsequent adverse weather on Octobe
In the past two days, 40 people died while 11 remain missing in disasters which largely include the monsoon-triggered incidents in various parts of th
Heavy rain on October 4 inundated at least 450 houses in Jhapa.  District Police Office Spokesperson Deputy Superintendent of Police, Khagendr
Indonesian rescuers are searching on Sunday for missing students after a prayer hall at an Islamic boarding school collapsed almost a week a
Landslides, a lighting strike and flooding triggered by severe rainfall killed at least 22 people in Nepal and 12 others were reported missing on Sund
Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane set a Bundesliga scoring record and Luis Diaz netted twice as the leaders cruised past hosts Eintracht Frankfurt 3-0 on Saturday to continue a flawless start to the season with their sixth consecutive league win, Reuters reported.Kane, who also hi
Inter Milan cruised to a 4-1 home win over Cremonese in Serie A on Saturday, with four different scorers on a rainy night, Reuters reported. The vi
Mason Mount's magnificent effort and a first Old Trafford goal for Benjamin Sesko secured Manchester United a 2-0 victory against Sunderland that
Six persons died and six others were injured when a Bolero jeep they were travelling in met with an accident at Kattike in Kummyak Rural Municipality-
A stoppage time winner from teenager Estevao Willian earned Chelsea a 2-1 victory over Liverpool in the Premier League on Saturday, condemning the cha
U.S. Border Patrol personnel shot an armed woman in Chicago on Saturday, the Department of Homeland Security said, as scores of protesters faced off against federal immigration agents on the city's southwest side, Reuters reported.No law enforcement officers were seriously injure
Following continuous rainfall, the water level of the Saptakoshi River has risen significantly today. Considering the possible risk, all 56 gates of the Koshi Barrage have been opened now. As per the water level measurement recorded at 8 am today, when the water flow at the Koshi
Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr scored twice before a late finish from Kylian Mbappe wrapped up a 3-1 home victory over Villarreal, who finished with 10
Arsenal claimed top spot in the Premier League on Saturday as they beat West Ham United 2-0 in manager Mikel Arteta's 300th game in char
  At least 18 persons have died due to floods and landslides triggered by incessant rainfall in Ilam. According to Deepak Pokharel, SSP and
Eight major rivers in the country have crossed the danger mark following incessant rainfall. As per the latest update
Nearly 500 people have been arrested in central London during protests in support of the proscribed group Palestine Action, the Metropolitan Police has said, BBC reported.Organisers Defend Our Juries said around 1,000 took part in demonstrations around Trafalgar Square backing Pa
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he hopes to announce the release of hostages being held in Gaza "in the coming days".In a televised statement, he also said "Hamas will be disarmed and Gaza will be demilitarised – either the easy way or the hard way, but it will
At present, due to the impact of moisture-rich winds from the Bay of Bengal (monsoon winds) across the nation, light to moderate rainfall is forecasted throughout the country.As per the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Meteorological Forecast Division, most areas in the K
Four people from Bhaktapur have been reported missing while trekking in Langtang. A group of 16 individuals from Bhaktapur had arrived in Langtang for trekking on Friday.Rajesh Panthi, the Chief District Officer of Rasuwa, said that among them, four went missing after being swept
Syria will hold its first parliamentary elections on Sunday since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, amid concerns over inclusivity and successive delays, BBC reported.There will be no direct vote for the People's Assembly, which will be responsible for legislation during a transitiona
President Donald Trump has authorised the deployment of 300 National Guard troops to Chicago to address what he says is out-of-control crime, BBC reported.The move came hours after immigration authorities said they faced off with protesters in the Democrat-run city and shot an ar
Kathmandu Metropolitan City has relocated 393 people to safer locations after continuous rainfall triggered flooding along riversides in the Valley.
Greetings from Kathmandu! Torrential rainfall that began on Oct 3 has wreaked havoc across central Nepal and parts of the Madhes Province, tri
Israeli bombing of Gaza City has “significantly subsided” though at least five Palestinians were killed, a hospital official said Saturday
Two teenagers were killed after being struck by lightning in Rautahat district on Saturday evening. According to District Police Spokesperson DSP R
Butwal is witnessing a spate of house burglaries during the Dashain festival as families who traveled to their hometowns for celebrations returned to
  Prime Minister Sushila Karki has assured citizens that all state resources are at their disposal during the ongoing disaster situation. Addr
  With continuous rainfall across the country, the water level of the Saptakoshi River is expected to rise, prompting the Sunsari administrati
The Kathmandu District Administration Office has issued an urgent notice warning ride-sharing services, including InDrive, Pathao, and Yango, against
The Ministry of Home Affairs has requested private helicopter operators to keep their aircraft on standby to assist with rescue and relief operations
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has issued a directive to immediately halt traffic movement along riverbank roa
Madhes Province is witnessing heavy downpours, with record-breaking rainfall reported in several districts, according to the Department of Hydrology a
Water levels in the Bagmati River and its tributaries have surged, raising the risk of flooding in several parts of the Kathmandu Valley. At the Kh
The government has instructed local administrations to arrange food supplies for passengers stranded on highways due to continuous rainfall and landsl
Continuous rainfall has inundated several settlements in Kathmandu. Squatter settlements along the banks of the Bagmati River have been submerged.
With increasing rainfall, water levels at monitoring stations in Birgunj (Parsa), Gaur (Rautahat), Kalaiya (Bara), and Maheshpur (Rautahat) have crossed the alert threshold.The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has urged residents living near these monitoring stations and a
Six people have died in a Bolero pickup accident on the Tamor Corridor road in Kumyake Village Municipality-3, Panchthar. According to SSP Dip
Continuous rainfall since last night has caused rising water levels in the Bagmati and Lalbakaiya rivers, increasing the risk of flooding in temporary
The government has announced public holidays tomorrow and the day after. Considering the heavy rainfall and associated risks, the Ministry of Home
Continuous rainfall has caused water levels in rivers and streams across the Kathmandu Valley to rise. Rivers and streams including Bagmati, Hanumante
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall in various parts of the country from 8 pm Saturday to 8 am Sund
Multiple highways across Nepal have been obstructed due to continuous rainfall, floods, and landslides, according to the Nepal Police. As of Friday 11
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has warned that 20 districts across the country face a very high risk of flooding due to continuous heavy
A police constable was found dead in Doti district on Friday midnight. According to the District Police Office, Doti, Shankar Balayar, a resident o
US President Donald Trump on Friday ordered Israel to stop bombing the Gaza Strip after Hamas said it had accepted some elements of his plan to end th
A passenger bus met with an accident in Shivaraj Municipality-1, Banakasbasa, along the East-West Highway on Saturday morning, leaving one person dead and 36 others injured.According to the District Traffic Police Office, the bus (Na 8 Kha 5703), en route to Kathmandu from Dhanga
Authorities have completely halted vehicle movement along the BP Highway after the water level in the Roshi River surged on Saturday.Traffic was suspended as rising river flow, landslides, mudslides, and falling rocks in several areas had posed serious risks.Continuous rainfall s
A landslide triggered by continuous rainfall caused part of the road to collapse along the Karkhusi River in Kathmandu Metropolitan City-14 on Saturda
Traffic movement along the Dhulikhel–Khawa section of the Araniko Highway has been obstructed due to a landslide. According to the District P
On the third day of the Dashain tika ritual, devotees across the country are continuing to receive red tika and jamara as blessings from their elders,
The government has suspended all vehicle movement in and out of the Kathmandu Valley for three days due to heavy rainfall forecasts. According to t
Nepal is bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall across various parts of the country. In response, the government has placed all relevant agencies, i
Rajapur Municipality-5, Bardiya, is alive with the festive charm of the traditional Sakhiya Naach performed by the Tharu community. Beginning before D
Minister for Home, Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs Om Prakash Aryal inspected the Nepal Police Disaster Management Office at Samakhushi on Friday and instructed the police personnel present. During the visit, Minister Aryal observed a simulated disaster rescue drill, insp
Police have arrested four individuals with illegal drugs in separate operations in Sunsari and Kailali districts. In Sunsari’s Barahachhetra
Three people lost their lives in separate road accidents on Thursday in Ramechhap, Chitwan, and Nawalparasi West districts. In Ramechhap Municipali
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has reported that more than 1,000 Nepali citizens are currently serving sentences in foreign prisons.In a response to a parliamentary question, recently published by the Federal Parliament Secretariat, the ministry stated that 1,171 Nepalis
The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced the 15-member national squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier, to be held in
Two people were killed and 26 others injured in a bus accident in Mahottari on Friday morning. According to the District Police Office, Mahottari,
Vehicular movement has been restricted at night on two major roads between Hetauda and Kathmandu till Oct 6, starting tonight (Oct 3), due to forecasts of heavy rain.According to Makawanpur’s Chief District Officer, Scheme Shrestha, vehicles will not be allowed to move through th
On the second day of Dashain Tika, people across the country continued receiving red tika and jamara from elders as a symbol of blessings and prosperi
The weather across the country is presently influenced by both monsoon and local winds. According to the Meteorological Forecasting Division, Depar
The District Administration Office (DAO) has urged the public to remain highly cautious from Oct 3 to 6, citing forecasts of active monsoon conditions
Vehicular movement along the Kavre Bhanjyang–Bhakundebesi–Sindhuli section of the BP Highway has been restricted at night. According to
Greetings from Kathmandu! Vijaya Dashami, the main day of the Dashain festival, was celebrated across the country with families coming together to
Dashain is a special festival for all Nepalis, celebrated with family gatherings, blessings of tika and jamara from elders, feasts, and traditional ga
The Flood Forecasting Division under the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has warned of moderate flood risk in 17 districts today. According
Today, on the main day of the Dashain, devotees received red tika, symbolizing auspiciousness, and jamara, representing prosperity, from their elders.
The Ministry of Finance has announced that Nepali and foreign nationals entering Nepal can bring up to $5,000 without customs declaration. Any amount
On the day of Bijaya Dashami, jamara, considered the sacred blessing of Goddess Navadurga, is being sold at various intersections of Kathmandu. While
The International Calendar Decision Committee of the World Astro Federation (WAF) has announced the auspicious time for the Bijaya Dashami 'tika' rituals in various countries. The committee's member secretary Acharya Lakshman Panthi said that a meeting of the committee held here
President Ramchandra Paudel has extended his best wishes for stability, good governance, and prosperity in the country on the occasion of Vijaya Dasha
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has requested the public to adopt special precautions from Oct 4 to 6.The department has warned of a high possibility of sudden flooding in small rivers of Bagmati, Koshi, and Madhes.According to the department, a low-pressure system de
On the main day of ‘Durga Pakshha’ under the Bada Dashain festival, people across Nepal are celebrating Bijaya Dashami today by receiving red tika and jamara, symbols of auspiciousness and prosperity, from the hands of elders.According to the Nepal Panchanga Nirnayak Bikas Samiti
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Meteorological Forecasting Division, has stated that the country is currently under the influence of monsoon winds and local air systems.As a result, light to moderate rainfall is occurring in different parts of the country, including
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) for Nepal. The IMF Executive Board endorsed the sixth review
Rescuers check the rubble for survivors and bring out victims in body bags following a magnitude-6.9 earthquake that struck off the coast of Bogo in C
Greetings from Kathmandu! There has been a significant drop in the production and dissemination of news, as Nepali journalists are busy celebrating
The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced that leg-spinner Sandeep Lamichhane was suspended for the final two matches of the historic T20I Series against West Indies, held in Sharjah, UAE, from Sept 27 to 30. Nepal went on to win the series 2–1.According to CAN, Lamich
Hamas’ review of US President Donald Trump's Gaza plan stretched into a third day on Wednesday, a source close to the militant group said, as other Palestinian factions rejected the proposal and as Israel again bombed Gaza City.Trump on Tuesday gave Hamas ‘three or four days’ to
The Nepal–China border customs office at Nhechung, Korala, Mustang, has collected revenue worth Rs 2.02bn in just two weeks. The office, which came into full operation on Sept 16, recorded the highest-ever revenue collection in its history by Tuesday morning.On average, the offic
Washington is bracing for what could be a prolonged federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the deadline for funding the government.Republicans supported a short-term measure to fund the government generally at current levels through Nov 21, but Democrats blocked i
More than 611,657 people have left Kathmandu Valley during the nine days since Ghatasthapana, according to the Valley Traffic Police Office. Data s
Nepalis living abroad have been urged to contribute to Nepal’s Physical Infrastructure Reconstruction Fund, established to rebuild government st
The shooting of the Nepali movie Malati Mangle has been completed. After 31 consecutive days of filming, the production wrapped up on Monday, according to executive producer Sagar Gyawali. The movie was shot across scenic locations in Tanahun and Syangja districts.Before filming
Four people died after being buried under a mound of soil in Haripurwa Municipality, located in Sarlahi district.According to the District Police Office, Sarlahi, the incident occurred on Wednesday morning at Hardi river in Haripurwa-1, when the victims were extracting soil and w
At least 69 people were killed in a powerful earthquake that hit a central Philippine province where dozens of peple were killed by a powerful earthqu
During Nepal’s biggest festival, Dashain, the streets of Kathmandu Valley have become unusually quiet. With people traveling to their villages to celebrate Dashain and Tihar, and many locals staying indoors, the capital looks deserted.Normally congested with heavy traffic, the ro
Thousands of devotees stood in serpentine lines to get blessings and worship Goddess Taleju Bhawani as the doors to the temple opened just for a day i
US War Secretary Pete Hegseth slammed ‘fat generals’ and diversity initiatives that he said led to decades of decay in the military and to
The BP Highway (Dhulikhel–Sindhuli–Bardibas) remains in a damaged state after floods and landslides struck in mid-September, causing daily hardship for commuters in areas like Katunjebesi, Mangalatar, and Nepal Thok.With Dashain bringing thousands of travelers to the road, the si
The violent protests of Sept 8–9 led to the collapse of the powerful coalition government led by the Nepali Congress (NC) and CPN-UML, with KP S
Nepalis across the country celebrated Maha Asthami, the eighth day of the ten-day-long Bada Dashain festival, by worshipping Goddess Durga Bhawani. Wi
With Navaratri underway, the Dashain festival has brought excitement across the country. Families, relatives, and communities are gathering to celebra
More than 111,000 people departed Kathmandu Valley in the past 24 hours as the Dashain festival travel rush peaked, according to the Valley Traffic Po
Meteorologists have warned of the possibility of heavy rainfall in Nepal, similar to the severe downpour recorded in October last year. Binod Pokha
On the eighth day of Dashain, Maha Ashtami, a large number of devotees thronged the historic Gorkha Kalika Temple from early morning for worship and a
After Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threw his support behind the US peace plan for Gaza, the question now is whether Hamas will agree
Dengue infections in Nepal have crossed the 5,000 mark this year. Since late Dec 2024 up to now, a total of 5,196 cases of dengue have been confirm
Hindus throughout the country are observing the eighth day of the ten-day long Bada Dasain festival as the Maha Astami festival today by worshipping Goddess Durga. On this day, people offer special worships to the goddesses Mahakali, Mahalaxmi and Maha Saraswati. This day of the
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology’s Forecasting Division has said that due to the influence of monsoon and local winds, light to moderate rainfall is likely across all provinces.According to the division, this afternoon the hilly regions of all provinces will remain gen
Nepal registered a thumping 90-run victory over West Indies in the second T20I on Monday night at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, sealing the three-match
The District Attorney’s Office Kathmandu has instructed the Nepal Police Cyber Bureau to proceed with further investigation against CPN-UML lead
President Donald Trump was hosting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday for critical talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza and developi
Hello, greetings from KathmanduToday marks the seventh day of the 10-day-long Dashain festival. On this occasion of Bijaya Dashami, the President, Prime Minister, Speaker, politicians, and high-level government officials extended their best wishes to the public.As this newsletter
Traffic along the Muglin–Narayanghat road section has resumed after a landslide near Tuin Khola bridge was cleared. Both lanes of the highway ha
Days after his defiant speech at the United Nations rejecting demands to end the war in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is s
At present, the main entry and exit points of Kathmandu are crowded with people leaving the valley. Large gatherings of passengers can be seen at Gong
It has been three weeks since the formation of the interim government led by Sushila Karki, who was appointed by President Ramchandra Poudel with a mandate to hold elections within six months. The Karki-led Cabinet has already announced that the elections for the House of Represe
On the occasion of the Bada Dashain festival, the Fulpati is being taken into the homes as per tradition throughout the country today. Fulpati, an assortment of flowers, leaves and fruits of different plants considered auspicious, is anointed at the Dashain Ghar on the seventh da
Prime Minister Sushila Karki has said that the government is committed to hold the election on the slated time. In a message of best wishes on the
President Ram Chandra Paudel has called on all citizens to remain patient and extend their full support and cooperation for holding the upcoming elect
Nepali Congress President and former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba has extended best wishes, saying Durga Bhawani would bless everyone with self-c
As Dashain approaches, kites have started appearing in the sky. Flying kites holds a special significance during the festival, as people enjoy the celebration by sending colorful kites soaring above.Children and youths, in particular, fly kites with great excitement, adding more
Hello from Kathmandu,A probe committee formed to investigate the violent protests on Sept 8–9 has recommended that the Nepal government ban former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and five other high-level officials from traveling abroad.The committee, led by former judge Gauri Bahad
Curiosity, it seems, is an integral part of Dashain. As relatives gather, it’s inevitable that they will ask intrusive questions because they ar
Rain is expected during this year’s Dashain festival, according to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM), which has issued a special
The ‘Fair Price Shop’ run by the Food Management and Trading Company Limited under the Bagmati Provincial Office in Thapathali, has gained
Thrillers make for quick, compelling reads which is exactly what you might want to pick up this holiday season, when you have a million things to do but also want to read something. I’m going to be reading Riley Sager’s ‘Lock Every Door’ this Dashain. It’s not a slim book but I e
Tickets for the much-awaited Asia Cup final between India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday have been completely sold out. Organisers told Geo News that the 28,000-seater stadium will be fully packed with fans filling every spot for the high-voltage clash.
Former King Gyanendra Shah has announced that he will not be offering tika to the public during this year’s Dashain festival. He cited the grief caused by the recent GenZ movement, in which several people lost their lives, and the overall sensitive environment as reasons for his
As a young working girl in my family, I feel stressed out by the things my family members and relatives say like why do I need to work at this age and things along those lines. I sometimes overhear things that I’m not meant to hear. It makes me sad and I lose confidence. How can
Liverpool tasted defeat for the first time this season as they went down 2-1 to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday. The result means Palace are now the only unbeaten side in the Premier League this season.The Eagles made a flying start, with Ismaila Sarr capitalising on
Nepal created history in Sharjah with a memorable 19-run win against the West Indies, marking their first-ever victory over a Full Member nation across formats. While they had beaten Afghanistan in a T20I back in 2014, Afghanistan was an Associate team back then, making this triu
After a landslide, the Muglin-Narayangadh section has become one-way once more.In Chitwan’s Tuin Khola area, a dry landslide had earlier blocked the road, which was cleared, allowing traffic to resume.However, on Sunday morning, another landslide occurred near Dasdhunga.The autho
Nepal Police has kept the prisoners escaped from various jails across the country under constant surveillance. The prisoners had escaped from the jails during Gen Z protest on Sept 9.Deputy Inspector General of the Nepal Police, Binod Ghimire, said out of the total escaped prison
The United Nations reimposed sanctions on Iran early Sunday over its nuclear program, further squeezing the Islamic Republic as its people i
Selena Gomez has married music producer and songwriter Benny Blanco, announcing the news in an Instagram post showing the couple kissin
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) central member Tosima Karki has admitted to taking part in the recent GenZ movement. Following the party’s decisi
As Nepal's interim government moves ahead with preparations for national elections scheduled for March 21 next year, former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli—dismissed following the violent protests on Sept 8–9—has asserted that the current government does not offer a solution to the
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that brand-name or patented pharmaceutical products will be subject to a 100% tariff starting October 1 – unless the drugmaker is building a manufacturing plant in the US, CNN reported.Trump has been promising for months to levy tariffs o
A Moldovan oligarch and former senior politician has been extradited from Greece accused of involvement in the theft of $1bn (£748m), BBC reported.Vladimir Plahotniuc, 59, was flown from Athens to Chisinau on Thursday morning and then taken to a detention centre in Moldova's capi
President Donald Trump would look to move matches for the 2026 World Cup if he deems any of the U.S. cities planning to serve as hosts to be unsafe, Reuters reported.Speaking Thursday about the event, which will be co-hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19,
An Investigation Commission formed under coordination of former Justice Gauri Bahadur Karki to investigate the incident that occurred on September 8 a
The stage is set for the final of the ongoing Asia Cup 2025; Team India will be taking on arch-rivals Pakistan in the final of the tournament for the first time in 41 years. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian team has been unbeatable in the tournament so far, winning all of thei
Barcelona fought back from a goal down to beat Real Oviedo 3-1 on Thursday, with second-half goals from Eric Garcia, Robert Lewandowski and Ronald Araujo overturning Alberto Reina's first-half opener, Reuters reported.The win keeps Barcelona unbeaten in the league, sitting second
Until the dawn of Sept 9, Nepal was set to graduate from Least Developed Country status on 24 Nov 2026, after meeting two of three UN criteria. By the dusk of the same day, the infrastructure and wealth of the nation had been brought to ashes by destructive riots, in the guise of
Chichester City forward and former Arsenal academy player Billy Vigar, 21, died on Thursday morning after suffering a significant brain injury sustained during an Isthmian League match at Wingate & Finchley on Saturday, Reuters reported .According to the semi-professional club, V
The influence of the monsoon winds across the country has lost its strength with a partial effect of local winds. Most parts of the country is likely to have clear weather. This afternoon the hilly regions of the country will generally be cloudy while the remaining areas will be
Vehicular movement along the Narayanhadh-Muglin road section that was obstructed following a landslide has resumed from Thursday night.The road section was obstructed for 105 hours at different times over a week.Traffic was halted at Tuinkhola on the road section for a long time
The price of gold has increased by Rs 1, 200 per tola in the domestic market on Friday.According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the precious yellow metal is being traded at Rs 222, 500 per tola today.Similarly, the silver is being traded at Rs 2,
In a significant political development following the recent GenZ protests, the CPN (Maoist Center) has dissolved its Central Committee and formed a sp
Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has been sentenced to five years in jail after being found guilty of criminal conspiracy in a case related to millions of euros of illicit funds from the late Libyan leader Col Muammar Gaddafi, BBC reported.The Paris criminal court acquitte
The International Day for Total Elimination of Weapons is to be observed in different countries with various awareness creating programs on disarmament of nuclear weapons. This day has been observed at the call of the United Nations since 2013. However, the first proposal for glo
An early goal from John McGinn helped Aston Villa to kick off their Europa League campaign with a gritty 1-0 group-stage win over Bologna on Thursday, while Olivier Giroud came off the bench to nod in a late winner in Lille’s dramatic 2-1 triumph against SK Brann, Reuters reporte
The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal Development Committee (MCA-Nepal) has signed a contract for the construction of a 117-kilometer transmission li
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday declaring that his plan to sell Chinese-owned TikTok's U.S. operations to U.S. and global investors will address the national security requirements in a 2024 law, Reuters reported.The new U.S. company will be valued at
The CPN (Maoist Center) has dissolved its Central Committee (CC) and decided to convene the party's general convention by mid of this December.The two-day-long CC meeting of the party held in the capital city made this decision, party's Spokesperson Agni Prasad Sapkota shared.The
Minister for Education, Science and Technology Mahabir Pun issued four-point instructions to the Centre for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) for immediate implementation. Minster Pun, also the chair of CTEVT, instructed the CTEVT to prepare a framework aiming t
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