France counts cost of worst unrest in years
More than half a million people joined marches in scores of cities, marking the convergence of a month-long student movement with broader social discontent against rising living costs and declining public services.
Iran urges US to accept proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s conditions include, among other demands, the lifting of the US blockade on its ports, the lifting of US sanctions on its oil exports as well as ending hostilities on all regional fronts.
Traders race to bring in Dashain goods as Tatopani border reopens
More than 45 containers carrying festival goods remain held up in China, with traders uncertain how long the crossing will stay open.
Andre Russell to play for Biratnagar Kings in Nepal Premier League
The two-time T20 World Cup winner has scored 9,933 runs and taken 539 wickets in 611 T20 matches, making him one of the most experienced players in the format.
Three years after quake, survivors in Karnali still face Dashain in temporary shelters
Delayed damage assessments and slow grant processing have delayed home reconstruction in Jajarkot, Rukum West, and Salyan.
Why your Dashain apples will cost more this year
China supplies most of Nepal’s imported apples, leaving the market exposed to rising freight costs even as domestic production grows.
Festival crush in Kolkata kills at least 17
Heavy rain triggered overcrowding at a Durga Puja venue as devotees tried to leave, with dozens injured in the crush.
What to know about the US trial over Mamta Kafle’s disappearance
More than two years after the Nepali nurse vanished in Virginia, her husband is on trial for murder, though her body has never been found. He has pleaded not guilty. Here are 14 key questions about the case and the evidence.
For Saptari’s fire-hit families, there is little to celebrate this Dashain
With their homes and belongings reduced to ashes, families in Badgama and Mainakaderi are relying on emergency aid while facing the daunting cost of rebuilding.
Nepal’s Mandira Lamichhane Dhimal elected fellow of the International Science Council
She is the first Nepali woman scientist and only the second Nepali citizen to receive the distinction.
Can Nepal’s hydropower boom withstand a changing Himalaya?
As floods and landslides expose the vulnerabilities of hydropower projects, Nepal’s push to generate 30,000 MW by 2035 raises urgent questions about safety, sustainability and who benefits from the country’s rivers.
Mass protests in France spiral into worst riots in years
More than half a million people took to the streets over rising living costs and deteriorating public services, as looting, arson and clashes with police left hundreds injured and led to 1,200 arrests.
Three women killed, three missing as jeep plunges into Sunkoshi
The Tata Sumo jeep fell about 200 metres from the Mid-Hill Highway into the river in Sindhuli at 2:30am on Sunday. Four passengers, including the driver, were rescued.
Fiction: He was the best in class. He still wasn’t good enough
When Eklavya is denied an award he has earned, he discovers that talent alone cannot overcome the prejudices of those in power.
DDC to pay dairy farmers every fortnight from 2027
The state-owned corporation plans to expand sales, open new outlets and diversify products to improve cash flow and ensure timely payments to farmers.
Gagan Thapa takes oath as Congress president, vows to regain public trust
Says his main challenge was to preserve Congress’s legacy while making it relevant to a changing Nepali society.
Journalist Shrestha released after artist Panta agrees to approach Press Council
Police had taken Shrestha from his residence to Cyber Bureau following a complaint over a report concerning the alleged takeover of 10-ropani land in Dhading.
Audio attributed to fugitive GB Rai says he is ready to face authorities
In an audio recording and statement published by Setopati, Rai says he is ready to cooperate with authorities and repay depositors, but police have yet to authenticate the material.
Ani Choying Drolma appointed vice-chair of Lumbini Development Trust
The Buddhist nun and singer was appointed by the Cabinet on October 16, following a proposal from the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation. The post had been vacant for an extended period.
Nepal suffer shock defeat to Canada ahead of crucial Oman clash
Yuvraj Samra’s maiden ODI century helped Canada secure a 24-run victory, leaving Nepal with one match remaining in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2.
Bangladesh is battling measles. It’s a ‘real warning’ to other nations
Bangladesh’s measles vaccination programme had been a success story. But in 2025, amid political turmoil, it faltered. Its unvaccinated children are now paying the price.
Two killed, three injured in auto-rickshaw crash in Jajarkot
The vehicle plunged 60 to 65 metres off the Bheri Corridor road in Nalgad Municipality while travelling from Rukum West to Jajarkot.
Gagan Thapa tops vote count in Nepali Congress convention
Lalitpur Mayor Chiribabu Maharjan ranks second among the top 10 vote-getters, followed by Basana Thapa, according to the results.
Banks to keep select branches open during Dashain holiday
Customers will be able to make basic transactions at designated branches, with most banks planning to operate for two to three hours a day except on the day of Tika.
Bank stocks lead market rally, but can the gains last?
Nepse rose 1.63 percent before Dashain as banking and insurance shares attracted buyers. Analysts point to expected earnings, dividends and margin lending as potential drivers, but say turnover must rise to sustain the rally.
Police take journalist Kishor Shrestha to Cyber Bureau for talks over complaints
Ruling RSP leader Himesh Panta filed a complaint over a report alleging his family had grabbed land, while Shrestha lodged a counter-complaint over Panta’s social media remarks.
How electric cooking can drive equity
The failure to expand electric cooking in Nepali kitchens shows how Nepal’s energy policies are failing its people.
Nepal’s maternal healthcare system has a blind spot
Nepal’s shift to fewer, stronger maternal facilities is sound. The floods show those facilities also have to hold up in a disaster.
Media outlets dress up for Dashain. What about other festivals?
Dashain’s prominence in Nepali media is understandable, but how consistently do news outlets recognise the festivals of other religious and cultural communities?
Nepal’s leaders call for unity as Shah highlights Dashain’s financial strain
Prime Minister Balendra Shah said financial hardship should not make the festival a burden, while the president and vice-president stressed social harmony and support for families affected by disasters.
Dashain is in the air
Crowded markets, kite-filled skies and packed roads capture the excitement as families head home and communities prepare to celebrate. These pictures by Post photographers offer a glimpse of the sights and spirit of Dashain across Nepal.
Shoppers crowd Kathmandu markets for Phulpati
Families flock to traditional bazaars for flowers, sugarcane, ginger plants and other offerings used in the Dashain ritual.
Nepal’s cultural heritage finds new expression on the runway
At NCFT’s graduating show, 54 designers focused on Nepal’s architecture, agricultural traditions, and traditional jewellery.
What’s on in Kathmandu Valley this week
From music and workshops to food and heritage walks, here’s what’s happening around the Valley this week.
What’s different about Janakpur Bolts’ jersey reveal?
While other NPL franchises lean on AI-generated content, Janakpur Bolts’ jersey reveal puts human creativity, the team’s troubled past and its determination to rebuild at the centre.
Teams ditch NSL banner to form new ‘Nepal Football League’
The familiar lineup of seven club owners and former NSL executives returns with a brand-new tournament structure, with its first season kicking off on February 13.
16 Musahar families get land titles after years of waiting
The families in Rupandehi’s Gaidahawa Rural Municipality received legal ownership of the land they live on. The district has 82,000 registered landless people and informal settlers.
Bhotekoshi flood displaced 777 students. Nepal plans five-year school recovery
Of the 57 educational institutions assessed in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading districts, 28 were damaged and 15 were completely destroyed.
Loss and Damage Fund calls extraordinary meeting for Oct 22 to support Nepal
Nepal formally requested an urgent response from the Fund on August 31, calling on the Board to take a special decision to provide assistance rapidly, directly and effectively.
Buying online? Ask for a tax bill, pay after delivery
Police recovered money for only 10 percent of online fraud victims who filed complaints. Thousands of sellers operate online, but just 384 e-commerce businesses have registered with the government.
Beijing’s security concerns cloud Nepal’s push to reopen Tatopani
Flood damage to Rasuwagadhi and the high cost of Korala leave the Sindhupalchok crossing vital to Nepal’s trade with China, but Beijing remains reluctant to reopen it over concerns about Tibet.
Over 1,500 flood-hit children suffer acute malnutrition
Thirteen children have severe acute malnutrition, while experts warn that delayed intervention could push more children into life-threatening conditions.
Flash Protests Keep the Flag Flying; Dipke-Bora's Detentions, Police Action Fail to Deter Delhi's Protesters
Delhi Police and security personnel were seen verbally and physically assaulting protesters carrying the national flag, as they forcibly dragged them into detention buses after dark.
Thai embassy defends visa process amid NATTA threat to halt tour sales
The embassy blames visa delays on fraudulent or incomplete documents and last-minute applications, urging travellers to apply at least a month before departure.
Sudhakar Dalela appointed India’s next ambassador to Nepal
The 1993-batch diplomat, who previously served as India’s ambassador to Bhutan and handled Nepal-Bhutan affairs at the foreign ministry, is expected to take up his new assignment shortly.
Indian police detain ‘cockroach’ movement founder Dipke ahead of protest
More than 130 million voters were deleted during the revision but the Election Commission has denied favouring any party and said wrongly deleted voters can re-enrol.
ICC finally recognises Nepal Premier League
The International Cricket Council sanctions the third edition of the tournament, which is scheduled to run from October 26 to November 21.
Nepal to Host ICC Asia Conference in November
High-ranking international cricket delegates and representatives from Test and Associate nations will gather in Kathmandu, with visitors slated to watch the NPL playoffs.
How Rabindra Shakya is keeping the art of repoussé alive
Shakya has spent more than 35 years practising repoussé, a centuries-old craft that can take nearly two years to complete a single large piece.
UML pulls out of Madhesh provincial government
The party withdrew its support, accusing the Nepali Congress-led coalition of failing to implement a 15-point agreement, leaving the government in a minority.