Nepal’s prime minister calls for a Himalayan climate-resilience mechanism, more grant-based finance, and stronger regional early-warning systems as climate extremes threaten mountain communities.

The UN chief said the impacts of climate change are arriving sooner and hitting harder, calling for more adaptation finance and a stronger Loss and Damage Fund as Nepal seeks international support after the August floods.

Talks covered reconstruction, trade, investment, energy and connectivity as Nepal seeks closer economic cooperation with India.

An executive meeting at 4,200 metres spotlights melting glaciers and drying water sources while promoting sustainable tourism at Chhyati Ghang.

Finance minister says upcoming budget will prioritise digital economy, while business leaders warn policy uncertainty is discouraging investment.

Lawmakers have expressed dissatisfaction over the delay in convening the session of the Constituent Assembly (CA).

The hunger strike staged by temporary teachers in the Capital to press the government for implementation of a past agreement entered its 18th day on Saturday.