Incessant rains trigger widespread flooding in Tarai, disrupt key highway links across Nepal
Swollen Narayani and Saptakoshi rivers submerge hundreds of homes in Nawalparasi West and Saptari, forcing rescues. Landslides and road erosion cut off vital routes, including Prithvi and BP highways.
For 26 years, India has searched passengers at Kathmandu airport. Nepal can’t say why
The screening, which has run since the IC814 hijacking, was made public by India, including a record in its parliament, in 2000. In Kathmandu, three separate government agencies say they can’t find a clear paper trail authorising the practice.
Finance Minister Wagle leaves for Doha
Wagle is expected to seek support for post-flood reconstruction and climate finance while advancing infrastructure projects with the multilateral lender.
India’s election commission orders review of voter-roll changes
The review follows reports that election commissioners questioned Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over voter-list changes that allegedly excluded millions of voters.
Chief Ministers to gather in Biratnagar to discuss challenges of federalism
The two-day meeting will explore inter-provincial trade and investment, legal hurdles and coordination with local and federal governments.
Vegetable prices skyrocket in Valley as landslides disrupt transport
Arrivals have fallen by nearly two-thirds since Thursday as highways to major vegetable-producing districts are damaged in places, leading to a steep price rises.
As rain returns, flood survivors endure cold—and leaking tents
Damp weather has raised health concerns for infants and vulnerable groups as permanent resettlement plan awaits central government approval.
Dhap Dam remains fully safe, says energy ministry
The dam’s water level has fallen by 2.38 metres after authorities began releasing water following a landslide near a saddle dam.
Balendra Shah should prepare for the worst
The prime minister cannot afford to spend his first year fighting battles within the party that put him in office.
Shah returns from UNGA after putting climate crisis at centre of Nepal’s global pitch
Nepal’s prime minister highlighted the Bhotekoshi floods, climate justice and Himalayan risks at the UN General Assembly, while seeking greater international support for resilience and reconstruction.
Koshi floods inundate 157 homes in Saptari
Floodwaters entered homes in Tilathi Koiladi and Hanumannagar Kankalini, damaging food stocks and forcing residents to seek shelter on higher ground.
A month on, Nepal flood victims remain missing as hope and posters fade
Relatives plastered hospital walls in Kathmandu with notices searching for loved ones swept away by the Bhotekoshi floods. With thousands still unaccounted for, many families have turned to symbolic last rites.
From chief minister to shopkeeper, Trilochan Bhatta embraces ordinary life
After five years at the helm of Sudurpaschim province, Bhatta has returned to a modest routine behind a grocery shop counter.
Thai capital Bangkok declared disaster zone amid flooding
Torrential rain floods Bangkok roads, homes and public spaces, prompting authorities to open shelters, deploy the army and urge residents near canals to move to higher ground.
Landslide kills one as heavy rain disrupts life across Nepal
Rising rivers, landslides and blocked roads have disrupted communities across several districts, while hundreds of residents have been moved to safer locations.
NEPSE slips as investors rotate into banks and manufacturing
The benchmark index fell 0.66 percent to close at 2,629.81 in a shortened trading week, while average daily turnover edged up to Rs6.12 billion as investors shifted away from hydropower and finance stocks.
Snow and rain disrupt life across Nepal’s highlands
Heavy snowfall and persistent rain have brought colder conditions to high-altitude areas of Jumla, Jajarkot, Gorkha and Manang, affecting residents, livestock and trekkers.
Washout seals top spot for Nepal. Sri Lanka wait in quarterfinals
Nepal’s 149/4 proved enough to top Group A after rain washed out their final preliminary match against Japan, setting up a quarterfinal against Sri Lanka on Tuesday.
From the Himalayas to the islands, Nepal calls for a united climate response
Nepal brings mountain and island nations together under its “Sagarmatha to the Sea” banner to push for climate finance, stronger early-warning systems and deeper cooperation.
Nepal smash 149 against Japan in rain-shortened Asian Games clash
Sandeep Jora and Lokesh Bam hit unbeaten half-centuries as Nepal posted 149 for one in a 15-over-a-side match after rain delayed the start by an hour.
He got his ear torn for watching TV. Then he went to Cannes
Abinash Bikram Shah has spent a lifetime watching films—and eventually began making his own.
Tashi Gyeltshen on making films, finding freedom and embracing risk
The Bhutanese filmmaker talks about his journey from journalism to cinema, the influence of nature and personal memory on his films, and why being self-taught has given him the freedom to take risks.
What’s on in Kathmandu Valley today
From live music and art exhibitions to workshops, debates and a fundraising ride, here are some ways to spend your Saturday.
One win from the Asian Games quarterfinals, Nepal eye maiden cricket medal
Nepal’s five-wicket victory over Afghanistan has put them within reach of the last eight, but the Rhinos must beat hosts Japan on Saturday to keep their medal hopes alive.
Gulf job opportunities are narrowing for Nepalis
New labour approvals have fallen 52 percent since the Iran war began, with some workers sent home on unpaid leave.
Heavy rains cut off key roads to Kathmandu
Travel restrictions imposed on several major highways. Snowfall has disrupted trekking in mountain areas.
Foreign Minister Khanal gives Nepal a strong voice across UN General Assembly forums
With around 40 bilateral and multilateral engagements, the foreign minister has highlighted Nepal’s climate vulnerability and the concerns of developing countries.
International media highlight Shah’s climate message, regional proposal—and shades
Coverage of the prime minister’s UN address has centred on Nepal’s floods, climate justice and a proposed Himalayan climate resilience mechanism.
Heavy rain disrupts travel, raises flood and landslide risks across Nepal
Roads reopen in Taplejung but night travel is restricted in several districts, while rising river levels, damaged homes and snowfall affect communities across the country
Balendra Shah dropped the mic at UNGA. But is that enough?
Can a brilliant UN speech fix Nepal’s climate crisis? (Spoiler: Not without fixing our own backyard)
Pokhara-Dubai flights take off. Can the $216 million airport shake off its debt-burden tag?
Local passengers expressed delight after Flydubai’s 166-seat Boeing 737 MAX began regular passenger flights between Pokhara and Dubai following a long wait.
Allies unite behind Saudi Arabia as Houthis step up attacks
The Houthis said they had fired dozens of missiles and drones at Saudi targets on Thursday, while authorities in Saudi Arabia said they had intercepted six ballistic missiles fired by Houthi fighters.
Nepal defeat Afghanistan by five wickets
The win has increased Nepal’s chances of marching on to the quarterfinals against Asian powerhouses. The Rhinos face Japan tomorrow.
Roshi flood washes away two BP Highway diversions
Traffic has been disrupted after temporary crossings at Chaukidanda and Ghumaune were swept away.
The speech Nepal — and the world — had been waiting for
Prime Minister Balendra Shah, who rarely speaks, gave his most sustained public argument since taking office.
Heavy rain, flood risk rise as low-pressure system moves across Nepal
Weather officials warn of very heavy rain in parts of Lumbini and Gandaki, while 12 districts face a high risk of flooding.
From Nepal’s floods to the world order: Reading Shah’s first UN address
Nepal Prime Minister turns a warning from ‘roof of the world’ into a broader argument for climate justice, stronger regional cooperation and a multilateral system more responsive to vulnerable countries.
Adverse weather disrupts domestic flights as five airports remain closed
More than 130 domestic departures are scheduled on Friday, but low visibility leaves passengers waiting.
Shah meets Albanese, Australia reiterates support for flood-hit Nepal
The Australian prime minister expressed solidarity with Nepal and families of missing Australians during the meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
Trump welcomes China’s Xi with fanfare, but no breakthroughs emerge
Trump and Xi traded warm rhetoric at a high-profile White House summit, but offered few signs of progress on Taiwan, AI, trade and the Iran war.
Major highways hit by landslides as heavy rain persists
Persistent rain has blocked or restricted several major roads, with authorities imposing overnight closures and warning travellers of further landslide risks.
In New York, Foreign Minister Khanal introduces Nepal’s new political order
Shisir Khanal discusses the Gen Z movement, the rise of a new political class and the government’s economic and foreign policy priorities.
Balendra Shah UN speech: Full transcript of Nepal prime minister’s address to the 81st UN General Assembly
Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s full UN speech on the Bhotekoshi floods, climate justice, Himalayan cooperation, climate finance and reform of the global order.
Five takeaways from Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s UN address
The prime minister linked Nepal’s floods to climate risks, proposed cooperation in the Himalayas, and called for fairer climate finance and a more equitable global order.
Nobody knows how to count a smile like that
A glacier fell in Nepal. In the two weeks that followed, I watched three separate systems fail the same woman.
Nepal women lock up kabaddi bronze, target bigger prize
A 34-25 victory over Sri Lanka sends the women’s team into the Asian Games semifinals. Up next is a showdown against world powerhouse India.
Nepal seek redemption against Afghanistan 12 years after Incheon heartbreak
Nepal had lost to Afghanistan in the quarterfinals of the 2014 Asian Games in South Korea. Now, the duo come face to face after over a decade.
EditorialPokhara International Airport welcomed its first daily international flight. Can the government sustain it?
The flight should not lead to complacency among Nepal’s authorities.
Why Modi needs to embrace a little political banter
Everything is fair game for the BJP, including viciously mocking leaders of the opposition, but the prime minister must be treated with only the highest level of respect.
In Achham, fewer children means fewer classrooms
Declining births, out-migration and a shift towards smaller families are leaving early childhood centres short of pupils and forcing some schools to close.