Flood cuts off market access for Rasuwa farmers as vegetables pile up
Farmers in Gatlang had expanded cultivation after strong returns last year, but damaged roads and bridges now threaten to leave this year’s harvest rotting in the fields.
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Heavy rain disrupts Congress convention
Delegates were expected to endorse key political, organisational and financial reports before the convention turns to Thursday’s leadership election.
TU cricket ground gets makeover ahead of NPL’s third season
CAN is upgrading facilities at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in a bid to improve crowd management and the experience for players, media and spectators.
Why have India-US trade talks stalled again and what’s next?
Disputes over tariffs, Russian oil purchases and access to sensitive sectors have left the two countries struggling to revive a deal despite months of negotiations.
Five things to know about Nepali Congress general convention
The convention is electing the party president, office-bearers and central committee members under a reshaped structure that expands its size and sets aside seats for youth.
Flood-hit districts remain cut off from national road network
Repairs are underway in Manang, Mustang, Baglung and Rasuwa, but damaged bridges and approach roads continue to disrupt direct road links.
Messi signs off in tears after one last Argentina master class
Messi scored one and set up two in his final Argentina appearance, closing a 21-year international career that ended with World Cup and Copa America glory.
Minendra Rijal to withdraw Congress vice-president bid after talks with Thapa
Rijal says contributing to the party matters more than holding office after Thapa says Congress needs to make better use of his experience and knowledge.
Old guards dominate Congress office-bearer race
Thapa faces two challengers for party presidency. The race for 25 office-bearer positions is testing his efforts to bring together factions divided over special convention.
When police seize individuals’ phones, where does their authority end?
The seizure of mobile devices has become a recurring practice. But when can investigators search their contents and access the private information they contain?
Cholendra Rana case widens from Nakkhu prison to Armed Police Force headquarters
An investigation into alleged efforts to secure the release of controversial businessman Deepak Bhatta has now brought intermediary Inam Sapkota and senior police officials under scrutiny.
School protests sweeping France cause ‘heaviest toll in decades’
More than 250,000 people join nationwide marches over school funding, staffing and poor conditions as clashes leave hundreds of students and staff injured.
Facebook friends: What do cross-gender friendships look like in Nepal?
Nepal outranks India and Pakistan on cross-gender Facebook friendships, but Madhesh trails far behind Karnali, and the gap mirrors inequality offline.
Why trade loopholes don’t make an economic strategy
A better export assessment considers not just export volume, but also the domestic value it creates.
Deciphering the cacophony of silences and the roar of approval
Whatever PM Shah does, a phalanx of performers is ready to present his act as a ‘masterstroke’.
No impunity for September 8 killings, September 9 violence
The Regmi panel rightly says cases against those involved in serious crimes cannot be withdrawn.
Supreme Court nominations trigger backlash over seniority, inclusivity
Two council members dissent as four judges are recommended for the Supreme Court, with critics questioning seniority, transparency, inclusivity and the failure to fill all five vacancies.
Nepal pitches ‘Sagarmatha to Sea’ alliance ahead of COP31
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal calls for a coalition of mountain and island states, stronger climate finance and a fully operational Loss and Damage Fund.
For women drug users, a cycle of addiction, abandonment and relapse
With little support after treatment, they face family rejection, economic insecurity and a risk of sexual exploitation.
Francis Halzen wins Nobel Physics Prize for Antarctic ‘ghost particle’ hunt
Halzen, a professor at the University of Wisconsin–Madison in the United States, first presented his idea for capturing neutrino traces at the South Pole in 1988, but the project was not completed until 2011.
Women leaders hail expanded representation at Congress general convention
The party has increased women’s presence in top posts, but leaders remain divided over reserved positions and open competition.
What we know about suspected pneumonic plague case in Siberia
Experts warn that due to frequent movement of people to and from Nepal, the country is at high risk of any outbreak spreading from any corner of the world.
Himalaya Airlines, Nepal-Tibet joint venture, comes under financial stress
The airline says accumulated losses have reached Rs15 billion as rising fuel, airport and tax costs, disruptions and weak passenger demand squeeze its finances.
Closed-door session of Congress’s 15th general convention to resume Wednesday
The general convention will resume at 10:30am, with delegates having discussed political, organisational and financial reports on Tuesday.
Four judges recommended for Supreme Court
The Judicial Council has recommended three High Court judges and the chief judge of the Pokhara High Court to fill vacancies on the top court.
Nepal’s growth to slow to 3.7 percent after devastating Rasuwa flood
The World Bank estimates $1.66 billion in direct damage to physical assets, with infrastructure accounting for 83 percent of the losses.
Students and teachers march in France on biggest day of high school protests
Tuesday’s demonstrations come after a fortnight of protests which began in Paris’s deprived suburbs before spreading across the country.
34 blackbucks die; 20 go missing in 15 months
The population in the Khairapur conservation area has fallen to 210, with leopard attacks accounting for the most deaths.
Salyan records 56 new scrub typhus cases in a single day as outbreak persists
The disease has spread to several local units since emerging in Darma Rural Municipality in July, with 606 people testing positive and nine deaths reported.
Dashain bus ticket bookings to open on October 9
Route permits will be opened nationwide from Ghatasthapana to Purnima to ease festival travel.
Facebook friends: What do cross-gender friendships look like in Nepal?
Nepal outranks India and Pakistan on cross-gender Facebook friendships, but Madhesh trails far behind Karnali, and the gap mirrors inequality offline.
Hundreds of police guard Indian capital ahead of opposition protest
Security was tightened around the Election Commission as opposition lawmakers prepared to march over allegations that voter-list revisions favour Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party.
Nepal’s disaster panel is debating what to call the Bhotekoshi floods. ‘Himalayan tsunami’ isn’t on the list
Prime Minister Balendra Shah used the term at the UN, but experts on the government panel say they are considering other names for the August 26 disaster.
ISPs face questions over decision to drop low-cost internet packages
Consumer groups say the move to stop selling plans below 50 Mbps will hit students, small businesses and low-income households.
Home minister warns officials against leaking confidential information
Sudan Gurung says those who misuse access to confidential information will face legal action, amid the suspension of an Armed Police Force AIG.
Trump says US bombers moved from UK due to threats
Trump said the US moved B-1 bombers from Britain after receiving threats linked to Iran, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio said there was no direct connection between the withdrawal and a suspected Iranian plot.
26 films selected for second Kathmandu Horror Film Festival
The festival will screen eight features and 18 shorts from 21 countries, including five Nepali productions and co-productions.
India renews export approvals for four Nepali hydropower projects
The approvals had expired during the peak export season.
Movie review: ‘Digger’ is a blockbuster-sized waste of a carbon footprint
Starring in his first non-action film in 14 years, Tom Cruise is wasted in this self-satisfied satire.
Cornell students stage anti-rape rally in support of Jane Doe
Hundreds of students, faculty supporters and activists marched through campus, demanding an independent inquiry into the university’s handling of the alleged 2024 gang rape and stronger action against sexual violence.
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal attends pre-COP leaders’ event in Tuvalu
Khanal highlights shared climate risks facing Himalayan and Pacific island states, calls for stronger cooperation on climate finance, adaptation and loss and damage.
More posts, more contestants in Congress leadership race
Gagan Thapa’s bid to consolidate his hold on the party comes amid competing ambitions, factional tensions, and growing demand for greater representation.
How the prime minister’s assessment of MPs challenges democratic principles
The power to evaluate parliamentarians lies with the people, not the prime minister.
The prime minister must learn to speak in full sentences
Nepal elected a leader, not a commentator. It is time for him to govern like one.
Panel says cases against most Gen Z protest accused can’t be dropped
Most of those named in the 445 cases face allegations including murder, arson and looting that cannot be dropped under existing law.
Armed Police AIG Dahal suspended over alleged information leak
Banshiraj Dahal, whose tenure had been recommended for extension, is accused of visiting former chief justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana at a police office without permission.
Before you take credit for Khula Manch, read its history
Balendra Shah’s social media quip ignores his own mixed record with the space as mayor and a record that predates him by decades.
How Tenzing Sherpa became Nepal’s breakout star at the Asian Games
The 23-year-old karateka ended Nepal’s medal drought in Nagoya. Behind his bronze, however, lies a story of meagre state support, deep family sacrifice and an ambition to win gold at the next edition.
Mutton prices at a record high. Dashain may push them higher
Traders blame supply shortages, transport, and rising feed costs, while consumer advocates point to middlemen and weak market monitoring.
Home Minister Sudan Gurung to visit India next week
Gurung will attend the first-ever BIMSTEC home ministers’ meeting in New Delhi, which is expected to discuss cross-cutting security issues among member states.
Thousands of Imran Khan supporters start march to Pakistani capital, party says
The rally began on Sunday in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which is ruled by Khan’s Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party, with stops planned at several places before reaching Islamabad.
Nepal scales back flood search as Rs559b reconstruction effort begins
The government has suspended search and rescue operations for Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods except in emergencies, directing authorities to accelerate reconstruction and rehabilitation in flood-hit areas.
Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez calls snap election for November 29
Sanchez is betting on a stronger left-wing mandate as housing protests, corruption scandals and a fragmented parliament weaken his government.
Closed-door session of Congress’ 15th general convention begins
Delegates divided into Mountain, Hill and Tarai-Madhes groups to discuss the party president’s political report and proposals on its statute and functioning.
Thapa presents political dossier at Congress’ general convention
The political report acknowledges the party’s failures over two decades and proposes organisational restructuring, greater youth participation, and closer scrutiny of the government.
Nepal to field Dr Sangeeta Kaushal Mishra for WHO regional chief
The position at the WHO’s South-East Asia regional office has been vacant since Saima Wazed, daughter of former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina, resigned.
Nepali Congress to add senior and woman vice-presidents
Central committee also decides to increase general secretaries to three and joint general secretaries to 13.
Keep kites, balloons and drones away from Kathmandu airport, authorities warn
Aviation authorities say objects entering flight paths could threaten aircraft taking off and landing.
Gagan Thapa can make the case. Can he make the change?
For nearly two decades, the Nepali Congress president has been one of Nepal’s most effective political speakers. As he prepares to lead the party, his greatest strength becomes his biggest test.
Yemeni government launches offensive to seize all areas from Iran-backed Houthis
Saudi-backed government forces vow to fight until Yemen is “liberated” as the Houthis hold Sanaa and much of the northwest and expand their control along the Red Sea coastline.
Two workers killed as earth collapses during road work in Baglung
Three workers were buried while building a road in Nisikhola, days after a landslide killed five people in the same area.
Gas shortages push Nepali households towards electric stoves
Imports of induction and infrared cookers have surged as unreliable LPG supplies and rising prices drive consumers to alternative cooking options.
Budget-friendly places for Nepali students in Kuala Lumpur
These five areas offer students different ways to balance affordable rent, convenient commutes and everyday amenities.
Gagan Thapa on giving Congress a new generation and a new purpose
As he seeks re-election, the Nepali Congress president outlines his vision for a party that goes beyond elections and power to become a broader social movement.
Shah went to the UN to speak for Nepal, then left before he could make the most of it
Nepal’s moment of global sympathy needed a prime minister willing to work the rooms. Shah chose to fly home instead.
Prioritise economic recovery and job accessibility for flood-affected communities
While disasters require immediate rescue and relief, enabling flood survivors to access income opportunities is equally vital.
Parties pledge cooperation on democracy, constitution and national interest at Congress convention
Nepali Congress president Gagan Thapa calls for a break with the politics of recurring power struggles, while opposition leaders question the government’s approach to Parliament and democracy.
Nepal, India move to digitise cross-border vehicle permits
Joint task force will streamline permit issuance, fees, and border procedures as neighbours seek to ease movement of private and non-regular passenger vehicles.
Journalist Kunda Dixit on a young, fragile Himalayas—and the risks Nepal is ignoring
Dixit, who has written about climate and environment for decades, says Nepal must rethink how it builds and plans for disasters in a rapidly changing mountain landscape.
Collared kingfisher sighted in Dhanusha, a first for Nepal
The bird was photographed at a farm in Janakpur. This takes Nepal’s recorded bird species tally to 904.
A Dom boy’s long road to becoming a doctor
Dinesh Kumar Marik faced caste discrimination and financial hardship at every stage of his education. He has now passed his medical licensing exam on his first attempt.
Rabi Lamichhane vows continued cooperation for democracy and change
RSP chair says his party will work with other political forces to uphold democratic values, while Pushpa Kamal Dahal backs Gagan Thapa’s leadership and calls for broader political cooperation.
Fourteen lawmakers missed ten or more consecutive parliamentary meetings
Former prime minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal topped the list with 24 consecutive absences during the second session of the newly elected House of Representatives.
Thapa says Congress must bridge political divides and rebuild public trust
Congress president calls for a more open party and Parliament, criticises the revolving door of power and urges cooperation to address Nepal’s economic and political challenges.
Leaders call for generational change, national consensus at Congress convention
Former prime minister Baburam Bhattarai says established parties must learn from Gen Z’s revolt and give younger leaders greater responsibility.
Foreign parties send greetings as Congress kicks off general convention
Political parties from India, Bangladesh, China and the UK, along with international organisations, express support for Nepal and call for stronger ties and regional cooperation.
Gagan Thapa calls for Congress reset, tougher oversight of government
The Congress chief’s political report set to be presented at the party convention calls for an end to electoral alliances, cleaner candidate selection, and a reckoning with the Gen Z protests.
Nepali Congress 15th general convention kicks off in Kathmandu
Party President Gagan Thapa inaugurates the three-day gathering by laying garlands on portraits of former presidents and watering a sapling.
Haunted by grief, Gaza’s displaced still wait overseas for return
More than 100,000 Gazans who fled the war remain overseas, waiting for security and reconstruction before returning to an enclave still largely devastated.
Thousands head to Khula Manch for Nepali Congress convention
More than 7,700 delegates are gathering in Kathmandu for the opening of the party’s 15th general convention, with leadership elections set for later this week
Tens of thousands protest across Spain over housing crisis
Tens of thousands take to the streets after parliament rejects measures to ease soaring rents, evictions and a broader housing shortage.
Monsoon pulls out as forecast points to a drier Dashain
Most of Nepal could see the monsoon recede within days, with no major weather system currently expected during the main Dashain holidays.
Police shoot and arrest man suspected of abducting 10-year-old girl
The girl was rescued unharmed after nearly 40 hours, while the suspect was found hiding in a paddy field and shot in the leg when he resisted arrest.
Housing bill proposes cash grants, tougher penalties for building violations
Extremely poor families could receive at least Rs75,000 in federal and provincial support to build their first home, while buildings over 50 years old would face mandatory safety assessments.
Why was Deepak Bhatta moved to Sindhupalchok prison?
Officials say the transfer was routine, but a prison department source says concerns over Bhatta’s alleged efforts to influence proceedings from inside Nakkhu may have prompted the move.
Ukraine will hit Russian refineries in response to Moscow’s ‘new doctrine’ of airstrikes, Zelenskiy says
Zelenskiy says Kyiv will target Russian oil refineries and other energy assets in retaliation for Moscow’s expanded campaign against Ukrainian infrastructure, while seeking more European support for the war.
Experts, leaders urge Congress to adopt a sharper foreign policy
They call for a pragmatic approach to relations with India, China and other major powers, with greater focus on economic diplomacy and strategic autonomy.
More Congress leaders return to mainstream as general convention begins today
Many leaders who stayed away from January’s special convention are now joining the Thapa-led 15th general convention, leaving Deuba with a smaller camp.
Nepal’s EU air safety delisting plan at risk as aviation bills stall
The delay in forwarding two bills to split aviation regulation from service provisions has jeopardised the government’s mid-January 2027 target to get Nepal off the European Commission’s air safety list.
India’s Election Commission faces credibility challenges
Its bias towards the ruling BJP raises concerns over its impartiality and the integrity of the electoral process.
Why passive neutrality won’t take Nepal anywhere
As great power competition intensifies, Nepal must look beyond passive neutrality.
Why policy stability and legal clarity are vital for Nepal’s private sector
Nepal cannot revive investment while businesses remain wary of policy shifts, regulatory action and administrative delays.
Fiction: Every month, the dread returns
Reshma knows the pain will return. What frightens her more is knowing that no one seems able to help.
Ground cracks displace 15 families in Makawanpur, 80 houses at risk
Residents shelter in a school as experts call for relocation from the risk-prone settlements.
Nepali trail runners script history in Vietnam
Nepali runners claim gold and silver in both men’s and women’s races in Vietnam, with 19-year-old Kalpana Budha becoming the youngest podium finisher in ATM history.
Nisikhola flood-displaced move to relatives’ homes with resettlement uncertain
Over 300 residents face housing and educational crises in Baglung and Parbat following the late September flash floods and landslides along the Nisikhola and Kaligandaki rivers.
Indian police detain several people in Gen Z-led protests against voter roll changes
The demonstrations mark the latest in a series of youth-led protests that have emerged this year, putting pressure on Modi unprecedented in his 12 years in power.
Congress president says his party lost a million voters and wants Gen Z to win them back
The party is expanding its leadership structure and introducing reserved positions to give Gen Z and other underrepresented groups a greater voice.
Flydubai co-pilot attacked pilot with axe in attempted ‘terrorist attack’, UAE says
While Emirati authorities and the airline have not publicly identified the co-pilot, Israeli officials have previously said he is an Omani national. Oman has not commented on the incident.
British Gurkha veterans issue ultimatum to Nepal government over long-standing grievances
The veterans’ committee has set a December 31, 2026, deadline for progress on pay, pensions, recognition and other demands, warning it will resume protests and hunger strikes in Nepal and the UK if no agreement is reached.