Spanish train crash death toll rises to 69 as rescuers search for victims
The crash, Spain’s second fatal high-speed rail accident this year, has killed 69 people and injured dozens, prompting a nationwide mourning period, a train drivers’ strike over safety funding and calls for a full investigation.
Lokesh Bam’s 87 lifts Biratnagar Kings to 186 against Karnali Yaks
The opener struck nine sixes in a 52-ball innings, while Sompal Kami claimed four wickets to keep Karnali in the contest.
Phuyal says alleged fixer invoked PM’s name to approach justices
The Supreme Court justice says Inam Sapkota raised pending cases with justices and warned them of impeachment, prompting them to report him to the prime minister’s office. He denies any financial dealings or improper arrangements.
Nepal reserves a third of medical seats for foreign students, but few enrol
Nepal reserves 33 percent of medical education seats for foreign students, but only 746 enrolled last year.
Indian foreign secretary, new ambassador to arrive in Kathmandu ahead of Shah’s India visit
Vikram Misri is scheduled to arrive on November 4 to discuss the agenda for the prime minister’s expected visit to New Delhi, likely on November 22, while Sudhakar Dalela arrives a day earlier to take up his diplomatic assignment.
14 years after initial deal, China proposes joint committee to manage border ports
Chinese envoy recently forwarded a draft agreement proposing better customs clearance, smart-port systems, border security, and the opening of new crossings.
Cyclone Arnab brings cold weather, rain and snow forecast through Saturday
Experts say moderate rain in the hills and Tarai is unlikely to cause major damage, but farmers preparing the harvest paddy and Friday’s cricket match could be affected.
Explained: How could Israel break the election deadlock?
Israel’s main parties face difficult coalition choices, from a unity government to an opposition-led alliance, as Netanyahu seeks to retain power.
Janakpur Bolts beat Kathmandu Gorkhas by eight wickets
Rahul Yadav takes four wickets to bowl Kathmandu out for 115 before Moeen Ali and Saif Hassan guide Janakpur to victory with an unbeaten stand.
WhatsApp messages reveal contact between Supreme Court justice and detained alleged fixer
Separate documents circulating on social media also appear to link Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma, an RSP lawmaker and a senior police officer to alleged bribe payments.
Cyclone Arnab’s remnants raise landslide risk on Nepal’s main highways
Authorities have flagged key routes as vulnerable to landslides, rockfalls and flooding as the storm that struck India’s Andhra Pradesh coast weakens and brings rain to Nepal.
At least 68 people dead in Spain’s second major train crash this year
A Renfe train collided with a stationary Iryo service after being cleared to proceed despite a red signal, with 80 people injured and investigators probing a possible communications failure.
Annapurna Circuit sees trekking arrivals rebound after floods
More than 5,300 foreign tourists trekked the route during Dashain, 769 more than in the same period last year, as improving weather and repairs restored access.
Israeli stocks fall, shekel weakens as Netanyahu bloc beats election forecasts
Israeli markets slump as Netanyahu’s bloc outperforms election forecasts but falls short of a majority, raising uncertainty over government formation and the prospect of another election.
Cyclone Arnab kills seven in Andhra Pradesh as heavy rain hits eastern India
More than 180,000 people were evacuated in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha as the storm weakened after making landfall, disrupting flights and triggering heavy rain across several states.
Rain expected across Nepal on Thursday as cyclone weakens
The system is forecast to bring rain from Thursday afternoon, with heavy downpours possible overnight and on Friday.
Israel’s vote prolongs Middle East instability
The election leaves Netanyahu’s path to power uncertain but keeps the risk of further escalation with Iran alive, unsettling oil markets.
Nepal government’s film grant scheme gets mixed reviews
The government aims to promote films that highlight the country’s culture, history and tourism. Filmmakers welcome the move but criticise the 21-day deadline.
Sudurpaschim Royals bounce back
The Royals, which lost their first match against Lumbini Lions, handed Pokhara Avengers a six-wicket defeat on Wednesday.
Pakistan’s last-minute NOC demand hits NPL franchises hard
A sudden $25,000 fee requirement from the Pakistan Cricket Board forces NPL teams to scramble for emergency replacements, dampening global appeal and leaving fans disappointed.
Driving licence applicants in Kathmandu face week-long waits for trials
Server outages and excessive fees have added to applicants’ woes. Legal hurdles have delayed plans for new centres.
Ani Choying’s new role brings old controversies to the fore
The government has appointed the Buddhist nun and singer to lead the Lumbini Development Trust despite unresolved questions over her citizenship and a money-laundering investigation dating back to 2018.
Constitutional bench in limbo as Supreme Court struggles over formation amid disagreements and boycotts
When Chief Justice Sharma formed the bench on October 7, Justice Phuyal refused to sit, leading to the suspension of proceedings.
EditorialNepal needs meaningful actions to end child marriage by 2030
Nepal’s progress remains uneven, with poverty leaving girls in disadvantaged households more vulnerable.
Why investing in care is key to our shared future
Care workers, most of them women, deserve recognition, decent work and social protection.
What a regional climate agreement for the Himalayas should contain
Prime Minister Shah’s proposed Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism is a welcome start. A regional legal agreement among Nepal, India and China would give it a foundation.
Members push to revive SAARC, but India holds firm
Twelve years since the last summit, the bloc remains paralysed by deep-seated rivalry between India and Pakistan, and the requirement for unanimous consent among its eight members.
Small countries must defend multilateral trade system, says WTO chief
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala urges developing economies, including Nepal, to push for reforms and use WTO tools to help local businesses access global markets.
Dashain exodus deepens blood shortage in Valley
Daily demand exceeds 400 pints, but collections have fallen to around 20. Patients needing urgent surgery are among the hardest hit.
Dipendra Singh Airee’s half-century earns Sudurpaschim first NPL win
The Royals chase down Pokhara Avengers’ 145 for a six-wicket victory, reaching their target with 19 balls to spare at the TU International Cricket Ground.
Pokhara set Sudurpaschim a target of 146 in NPL
Arjun Gharti’s unbeaten 40 helps Pokhara Avengers post 145-7, while Anil Kharel takes three wickets for Sudurpaschim Royals.
At least 30 people killed in Spain when two high-speed trains collide
Several carriages derailed in the collision near Toledo, the second fatal train accident on the Madrid-Andalusia line in nine months. The cause of the crash remains unclear.
Sudurpaschim elect to field against Pokhara in NPL
Captain Dipendra Singh Airee wins the toss and sends Pokhara Avengers in to bat at TU International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.
Tihar’s electric glow threatens Bhaktapur’s clay-lamp tradition
Prajapati potters say falling demand for traditional oil lamps is putting their generations-old craft at risk.
How teachers are remaking classrooms for the AI age
School systems remain divided over AI, leaving many teachers to navigate the transition largely on their own.
Norway’s premier says call with Putin was effort to present European views
The 90-minute call came ahead of what are expected to be the first face-to-face talks since February between Ukrainian and Russian officials, in Abu Dhabi next month.
Sudurpaschim seek first win as Pokhara begin NPL campaign
Runners-up in the first two editions, Sudurpaschim face a Pokhara side yet to reach the playoffs as the latter open their third Nepal Premier League campaign.
Three killed, thousands evacuated as Cyclone Arnab hits eastern India
More than 180,000 people were evacuated in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha ahead of landfall, as heavy rain and strong winds damaged homes, destroyed crops and disrupted power supplies.
Insurers have paid just 4 percent of Bhotekoshi flood claims
Payouts total Rs821.39 million against Rs20.9 billion in claims nearly two months after the disaster, with the final bill expected to rise.
Partial count leaves Netanyahu and Eisenkot short of a majority
Projections with half the votes counted put Netanyahu’s bloc on 55 seats and the opposition on 49, with Palestinian parties potentially holding the key to coalition talks.
Tourists urged to avoid high Himalayas as bad weather looms
Heavy rain, snowfall and possible avalanches are forecast from October 28 to November 1, prompting officials to warn trekkers and mountaineers.
Dasharath Chand University of Health Sciences gets 90 seats across four medical programmes
The approval includes 50 MBBS places, clearing the way for medical education to begin at the university in Sudurpashchim this academic year.
Flavio Bolsonaro and family to receive US visas after leaving Brazil, State Department says
His departure came after he missed a court deadline to surrender his passports in a money-laundering probe, threatening to further strain ties between Washington and Brasília.
Pokhara Avengers sign Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter Sadeera Samarawickrama
The 31-year-old joins the franchise ahead of Wednesday’s NPL opener against Sudurpaschim Royals, becoming its sixth overseas signing.
A 228-metre leap above Nepal’s Kaligandaki gorge
The suspension bridge linking Kushma and Balewa has become a popular destination for adventure seekers, drawing hundreds of visitors a day to try bungee jumping or watch others take the plunge.
Could Rahul Yadav be Nepali cricket’s next big thing?
A wicket with his first NPL delivery and a miserly four-over spell have put the 17-year-old in the spotlight.
Users turn to Nepal Telecom as private ISPs raise internet prices
The state-owned provider’s discounted annual 30 Mbps fibre package has drawn a surge of interest, but customers have raised concerns about delays, service quality and outdated routers.
Pokhara Avengers seek first win over Sudurpaschim Royals
Pokhara have lost to the Royals in both previous NPL editions, while the two-time finalists are looking to bounce back from an opening-match defeat.
Israeli exit polls show deadlock, point to setback for Netanyahu
Exit polls put Netanyahu’s bloc and the opposition neck and neck, with neither securing a parliamentary majority, setting the stage for protracted coalition talks after Israel’s first election since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack.
Cyclone Arnab begins making landfall in India’s Andhra Pradesh state
Thousands were evacuated and transport services disrupted ahead of the cyclone, which was forecast to bring winds of up to 150 kph and a storm surge of up to 2.5 metres.