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Italian wildlife photographer Federico Veronesi has won the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 title for The Aftermath, a black-and-white photograph showing a female elephant carrying a dead calf in Namibia. The image, recognized in a competition that received 65,403 entries from 121 countries and territories, has drawn attention to how elephants respond to death.

RSP’s historic 182-seat victory is now facing scrutiny as controversies involving its MPs, ministers and leaders raise questions about candidate screening and party accountability.

Nepal has been elected to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2027–2029 term, securing 173 votes and tying with Kuwait for the highest vote count in the Asia-Pacific group. This will mark Nepal's third term on the Council, giving the country another opportunity to contribute to global human rights discussions while taking on greater responsibility to uphold human rights standards.

After 200 days, the Balen government’s 100-point agenda shows a mix of completed reforms, ongoing work, and missed deadlines. The key question now is not just how many promises are marked complete, but how much real change citizens have actually seen.

Nepal Telecommunications Authority has fined 14 internet service providers Rs 50,000 each for violations involving approved tariffs, packages and regulatory directives, while affected customers can seek compensation for losses.

As a devastating flood swept through Gorkha on October 11, local resident Sherap Gurung made urgent phone calls and used Facebook Live to warn communities living downstream of the Budhi Gandaki River. His actions formed part of a wider community warning effort that began before official alerts, highlighting the importance of local communication during natural disasters.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has urged newly graduated police inspectors to carry out their duties with honesty, integrity and accountability, while remaining free from pressure and improper influence.

Tunnel 26: The Curse Beneath the Mountain, a survival-horror film made through a Nepal-Bhutan-India collaboration, follows a dangerous rescue mission inside a mountain tunnel where an unexplained supernatural threat emerges. Featuring Anoop Bikram Shahi, Anna Sharma and Sangay Tsheltrim, the film was originally scheduled for October 9, 2026, but its theatrical release has been postponed, with plans underway for an international launch.

Around 6,000 People Including Four Former Chief Ministers, Journalists And Protesters Detained Across Delhi As Police Try To Stop Mass Demonstrations Demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's Resignation

Nepal’s Department of Money Laundering Investigation has raided the home of former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana and the homes of several people linked to him, according to sources.

Nepal’s flood risk is not caused by rain alone. Heavy monsoon rainfall, steep mountains, landslides, fast rivers and the flat Terai all work together, allowing floods and debris to travel quickly downstream. Climate change is adding more pressure to an already vulnerable system.

Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has warned that officials and employees who leak sensitive state information to unauthorized individuals or organizations will face legal action.

The government has opened festival-focused fair-price shops at 61 locations across 42 districts, offering consumers access to essential goods at subsidized prices during the major festival season.

Nepal is quickly changing the way people pay, with QR codes becoming a familiar part of everyday life, from tea shops to larger businesses. Digital payments are growing rapidly, while cash remains important for many people. As Nepal moves toward a more connected financial system, the bigger challenge will be making digital payments safe, simple, and accessible to everyone.

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has arrived in Washington, DC, where he is scheduled to meet US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and World Bank Group President Ajay Banga to discuss Nepal’s economic cooperation, reconstruction and reforms.

Nepal Rastra Bank has opened an international tender for the design, minting, supply and delivery of 400 million Re. 1 circulation coins worth Rs. 40 crore, with eligible bidders required to submit their bids by November 3, 2026.

Gagan Thapa Led Nepali Congress Begins 15th General Convention Today With Over 7,000 Expected Representatives Amid Continuing Dispute With Deuba Faction

More than 800 historical Nepali manuscripts and documents dating from the 13th to the 20th century have been formally handed over to Nepal’s National Archives after decades in the private collection of German collector Josef Peter Rindfleisch. The archive includes centuries-old palm-leaf records, royal orders, legal documents, manuscripts and travel accounts that provide valuable evidence of Nepal’s political, legal, social and cultural history.

Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal briefed the House of Representatives on October 2 about Nepal’s participation in the 81st United Nations General Assembly, saying Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s address helped push Nepal’s call for climate justice at the global level. Nepal’s delegation also used meetings in New York to raise the country’s climate risks, recent disaster losses, reconstruction needs and other national priorities with international partners.

Nepal’s Electronic Commerce Act, 2081 (2025) gives online shoppers clearer rights when products differ from what sellers advertised. Buyers may return goods that do not match their description and can receive a refund if they do not want a replacement. The law also sets responsibilities for sellers and platforms covering product information, delivery, complaints, returns, and misleading practices.

The Nagdhunga Tunnel has a 40 km/h maximum speed limit and a strict no-overtaking rule. But with no fixed minimum speed, could very slow vehicles be creating queues and encouraging risky overtaking?

Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police is preparing to make fire extinguishers mandatory in public passenger vehicles as part of stricter safety and route permit inspections.

Himalaya Airlines launched direct flights between Kathmandu and Hangzhou, China, on September 30, 2026, with two weekly services aimed at strengthening tourism, trade, and travel between the two countries. The inaugural return flight brought 154 Chinese tourists to Nepal, while the airline plans to expand its services based on passenger demand.

For nearly eight decades, exchanging new notes during Dashain has been a major Nepali tradition linked with blessings, family gatherings, and the growth of Nepal’s own currency system. This year, Nepal Rastra Bank has changed the approach by moving away from fixed distribution programs and allowing people to exchange new and clean notes through banks and ATMs based on demand.

Lawmakers have demanded that the government consider banning Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes, arguing that the move could help bring hidden wealth into the banking system and control illegal money.

The United Nations General Assembly gives world leaders a platform to discuss global challenges, build cooperation, and bring national concerns to international attention. For Nepal, the UN offers an important space to highlight issues such as climate risks, Himalayan disasters, and the need for regional cooperation. Prime Minister Balendra Shah used the 81st UN General Assembly to bring Nepal’s climate concerns before a global audience.

Loneliness can exist even when we are constantly connected through phones, social media, and crowded communities. Research suggests meaningful relationships depend less on how many people we contact and more on genuine interaction, presence, and a sense of belonging. Regular face to face activities, shared routines, and honest conversations can help turn everyday contact into deeper connections.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s government has completed six months in office, after beginning its term with a 100-point governance reform agenda covering administration, corruption control, public services, laws and the economy. At its first 100-day review, the government claimed 87.2% overall progress and said 70 of the 100 agenda items had been implemented, but six months into the term, several promised legal and institutional reforms remain unfinished.

The 81st United Nations General Assembly brought together world leaders who used the global platform to address climate change, peace, sovereignty, inequality and international cooperation. From Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s call for climate justice to leaders highlighting conflicts and global reforms, their speeches reflected the major challenges facing the world today.

Police have clarified that former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana has not been arrested but was placed under police protection after authorities received information about a possible threat to his safety.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s address at the 81st United Nations General Assembly has become the most viewed speech among world leaders uploaded on the official UN YouTube channel, crossing more than 466,000 views.

Former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher JB Rana Arrested From His Maharajgunj Residence By Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office Team As Authorities Begin Legal Process

Nepali film ‘Behuli’ has entered its third week in cinemas after maintaining a strong box office performance since its release across Nepal. According to the production team, the film has earned around Rs 3 crore so far, with audiences responding positively to its emotional story based on family relationships and modern Nepali society.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah used his address at the 81st United Nations General Assembly to present Nepal’s Bhotekoshi–Trishuli disaster as a warning about the growing impact of climate change on Himalayan communities. He called for stronger global climate cooperation, a Nepal–India–China Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism, fair climate finance and a global system where vulnerable countries have a stronger voice.

Butwal has successfully completed its first paragliding test flight, flying from Nuwakot Danda in Palpa and safely landing at Belbas Badelpokhari in Butwal. The project has now passed the test-flight stage, with commercial operations planned after the remaining technical, safety and administrative requirements are completed.

The family of bus driver Arjun Dong and the Independent Drivers Association Nepal protested outside Kirtipur Burn Hospital after Dong died from severe burns suffered in the Tripureshwor bus fire.

The driver who died following the Tripureshwor bus fire has been identified by police as Arjun Dong Tamang, after authorities initially identified him as Dawa Lama based on documents reportedly found with him. Police are now investigating allegations that Arjun used driving licenses and other documents issued in different people’s names in previous incidents.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah is leaving for New York on September 22 to lead Nepal’s delegation to the 81st United Nations General Assembly, marking his first foreign trip since taking office in March. Shah will address the General Debate on September 24, where Nepal will highlight climate justice, climate-related losses and the need for stronger international support for vulnerable countries.

Kathmandu's Polluted air is costing lives, health and money. Air pollution costs Nepal over 6% of GDP annually, while Kathmandu Valley alone faces an estimated $1.25 billion yearly health burden.
