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Jacob Coxon Leaves Anthropic, Raises Alarm Over the Race Toward Superintelligent AI

AI researcher Jacob Coxon has resigned from Anthropic, warning that the race toward self-improving superintelligence is moving too fast and could create serious risks for humanity.

From Nepal to Europe: Subash Bam Thakuri Takes a Major Step in His Football Dream

Nepal international forward Subash Bam Thakuri has signed with Azerbaijan Premier League club Turan Tovuz, with the 18-year-old sharing a photo of himself signing the agreement as he begins a new chapter of his young career. The Nepali forward is set to begin with the club's U-19 setup, giving him an opportunity to develop in European football and work toward eventually reaching the senior level.

A 10-Year Promise, Paint Peeling in Months: Consumer Court’s Berger Paints Ruling Raises Bigger Questions About Warranty Advertising in Nepal

Nepal’s Consumer Court has ordered Berger Jenson & Nicholson (Nepal) and its dealer to pay Rs 12,78,400 in compensation to three consumers after paint promoted with warranties of up to 7–10 years allegedly began peeling and deteriorating within just 6–8 months. The ruling goes beyond three damaged homes, sending a wider message that companies cannot attract customers with major warranty promises and then rely on restrictive conditions or dealer agreements to escape responsibility.

UN Backs New World Map To Show Africa’s True Size More Accurately

UN General Assembly Votes To Support A New World Map That Shows Africa’s True Size More Accurately, With 164 Countries Backing The Change, The US Voting Against And Six Nations Abstaining

US And Venezuela Sign 100 Year Oil Deal Covering 17 Fields With 65 Billion Barrels

US And Venezuela Sign 100 Year Oil Deal Giving A US Led Company Rights To Operate 17 Oil Fields Holding About 65 Billion Barrels, With Up To $100 Billion Planned For Investment As The Agreement Faces Political And Economic Questions

Nepal Pollutes Little, But Pays Heavily: The Fight For Climate Justice

Nepal contributes only a tiny share of global emissions, yet faces some of the growing costs of climate impacts. Its adaptation plan estimates about $47.4 billion may be needed through 2050, with $45.9 billion expected from external support. The climate justice debate is about whether vulnerable countries like Nepal are receiving fair support without being pushed deeper into debt.

Man Arrested For Allegedly Assaulting Female Traffic Police Officer In Kathmandu’s New Baneshwor

A man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting a female police officer on duty in Kathmandu’s New Baneshwor. The incident began after the officer asked him to use an overhead pedestrian bridge, while the full sequence of events remains under investigation.

Nagdhunga Tunnel Opens to Private Vehicles in Trial Run After a Month

Nepal’s first modern road tunnel has opened to private vehicles on a trial basis, allowing cars, jeeps and vans carrying up to nine passengers to travel between Kathmandu and Dhading through the Nagdhunga Tunnel.

Garima Case Widens as Ninth Person Taken Into Custody

Police have taken student Pradip Khadka of Jitpur-Simara into custody as the investigation into the alleged rape and murder of three-year-old Garima Chaudhary continues in Bara. According to DSP Min Bahadur Ghale, nine people are now in custody, while investigators continue examining the possible involvement of each individual.

Kathmandu Hostels Get One Month to Fix Safety Gaps or Face Action

Kathmandu District Administration Office has given private hostels one month to meet a new 21-point set of requirements covering safety, registration, fees, hygiene, infrastructure and student welfare. The crackdown follows complaints ranging from excessive fees and poor facilities to drug use and mistreatment, while authorities say some hostels have already faced fines of up to Rs 3 lakh and sealing during inspections.

Why Sobita Gautam Says Nepal Cannot Introduce the Death Penalty Despite Public Demands

Law Minister Sobita Gautam says Nepal cannot introduce the death penalty under its current constitutional and international legal framework, despite growing public demands following the Garima Chaudhary case. Instead, the government, following talks involving Home Minister Sudan Gurung, Gautam and Garima's parents, reached a three-point agreement that includes a seven-day review of laws and punishments for heinous crimes.

Government And Garima Chaudhary’s Family Reach Three Point Agreement

Government And Garima Chaudhary’s Parents Reach Three Point Agreement; A Seven Member Committee To Review Crime And Punishment Laws And Submit Recommendations Within Seven Days, Along With Plans For Her Statue And Funeral According To Family Traditions

From Nepal To Dubai: DDC Sends Its Ghee Abroad For The First Time

Nepal's state-owned Dairy Development Corporation has started exporting DDC ghee to Dubai, marking its entry into the international market with an agreement to export at least 50,000 kg annually. DDC says it plans to expand exports across the Middle East and later reach markets including Japan, South Korea and Tibet, China, as it increases production and looks for new markets for Nepali dairy products.

Nepal Cabinet Approves 11 Major Decisions, Including Rs 5,000 Pay Rise and Rs 2.73 Billion Japan Grant

Nepal Cabinet announces 11 major decisions, including a Rs 5,000 monthly increase for school staff, Rs 2.73 billion Japanese grant for Tribhuvan Airport and key international and administrative decisions.

PM Balen Shah Puts Ministers On Performance Agreements: Will Written Targets Bring Clearer Accountability And Results?

Prime Minister Balendra Shah signed performance agreements with ministers at Singha Durbar on August 19, setting key work and expected results for the current fiscal year around good governance, social justice and prosperity. The move puts ministers under clearer performance commitments as the government seeks more measurable results and stronger accountability.

Are Students Actually Getting Their 45% Public Transport Fare Discount?

Nepal’s Department of Transport Management has reiterated that students with valid student identity cards are entitled to a 45% discount on public transport fares, reviving attention around a concession first agreed between the government and transport operators in 2009. Despite the directive, implementation remains disputed, with students complaining that they do not always receive the full concession while transport entrepreneurs say the government has stopped providing the tax benefits originally promised in return.

TU Students Have Medical Support Of Up To 90% , But Many Still Don't Know

Ever noticed Rs. 500 health fee in your bill receipt? Here's where it's used. Tribhuvan University provides medical treatment support to eligible students through its Medical Treatment Fund. Here is what students need to know about the 90% support arrangement, application process and hospitals currently identified under TU’s healthcare network.

9 Labour Rules Every Employee and Employer in Nepal Should Know

Nepal’s Labour Act, 2017 covers key worker rights on contracts, pay, leave, safety and termination. It also provides legal options through labour authorities and the Labour Court when disputes arise.

Nepal Manpower Agencies Begin Nationwide Shutdown, Worker Departures And Recruitment Services Stopped

Nepal And ndia Set Three-Year Deadline to Map Cross-Border Land Occupation

Nepal and India have agreed to complete the mapping of land occupied across each other’s side of the 1,880-kilometre border within three years, using unmanned aerial vehicles and joint surveys.

Who Is Responsible When Something Goes Wrong? Understanding Nepal’s Federal, Provincial and Local Governments

Nepal’s Constitution divides responsibilities among the federal, provincial, and local governments. Different problems such as roads, schools, hospitals, passports, waste, and disasters may fall under different levels of government. Knowing who has the legal authority helps citizens understand who should actually be held responsible.

Will Gen-Z Protesters Finally Walk Free? Government Starts Case Review

The government is reviewing criminal cases against people arrested or imprisoned over the Gen-Z movement, with possible withdrawal for those prosecuted primarily for participating in the protests while serious criminal offences are expected to remain outside the relief process. The final decision has not yet been made and will depend on the committee's examination and recommendations.

After Repeated Delays, Nepal’s 10th National Games Finally Get New December Dates

The NSC has fixed December 2–15, 2026, for the long-delayed 10th National Games in Surkhet and approved the required standards and guidelines for the competition. The board also approved Nepal's participation in the 20th Asian Games in Japan, moved ahead with the first National Para Games from December 30, and discussed the continuing ANFA dispute.

Ncell Share Deal Under Scrutiny: Why The Government Raised Questions Over The Transaction

The government has made public an investigation report on Ncell Axiata’s share transactions, highlighting concerns over offshore deals, transparency, tax obligations, and the valuation of the company’s ownership transfers. The report, prepared by a committee led by former Auditor General Tankamani Sharma, has recommended stronger regulatory checks and further review of Ncell’s past and recent share transactions.

Landlord Says “Leave Tomorrow”? Here’s What Nepal’s Law Says About Evicting a Tenant

A landlord cannot legally force a tenant to leave overnight without following Nepal’s rental laws. The National Civil Code, 2074 provides rules on rental agreements, eviction, repairs, and the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. Understanding these protections can help renters and property owners avoid disputes and know what the law actually allows.

From Eggs to Biscuits: How Nepal’s Football Crisis Is Reaching Young Players

More than 100 young footballers living in four ANFA-linked academies across Nepal are facing reduced meals, unpaid school expenses and growing financial uncertainty after FIFA’s suspension disrupted funding to the All Nepal Football Association. Academy officials say some centers are surviving through personal loans and unpaid bills, raising concerns that a football governance dispute is now affecting children who rely on the academies for much more than training.

Nepal’s Cargo Rail Arrives, But Industries Still Prefer India Due To Higher Handling Costs

Although Nepal has started receiving container cargo trains at the Nepal Customs Yard in Biratnagar, many industries in the Sunsari-Morang industrial corridor continue to use the Indian Customs Yard. Industries say higher handling charges and additional fees in Nepal are making Indian facilities cheaper.

Nepal Cannot Confirm Original Sugauli Treaty Copy As Questions Grow Over Historic Border Document

Nepal’s government says it cannot confirm whether the country possesses the official signed copy of the historic Sugauli Treaty, the 1816 agreement that reshaped Nepal’s borders after the Anglo Nepal War.

Nepal’s Decision Key To Restart Gorkha Recruitment Into Indian Army Under Agnipath Scheme

Former Indian Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has said recruitment of Nepali Gorkhas into the Indian Army can only happen under the Agnipath scheme and that the decision now rests with Nepal. The recruitment process has remained suspended since 2022 after disagreements over the new four-year military service system.

Nepal’s Asian Games Esports Participation At Risk Despite Qualifying In Three Titles

Nepal’s qualified esports teams in Honor of Kings, PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang face the risk of missing the 20th Asian Games in Aichi Nagoya, Japan, as a dispute between esports associations creates serious registration problems.

Australia Tightens Visa Rules For Parents As Onshore Switching Pathways Face New Restrictions

Australia has introduced stricter migration measures to prevent visa hopping and control temporary migration numbers. The changes affect how parents can extend their stay, switch visas and apply for longer-term pathways while increasing scrutiny on visitor applications.

Could Driverless Podways Become Nepal’s Next Public Transport Revolution?

Nepal is exploring automated electric Podway transport as a possible solution to traffic congestion, difficult terrain and growing demand for cleaner public transportation, with feasibility studies and project proposals emerging in Kathmandu, the Kathmandu–Hetauda–Birgunj corridor, Biratnagar, Koshi, Karnali and other areas. While reports have mentioned a possible 2,055-kilometre national network, most projects remain at the study, DPR or planning stage, meaning Nepal is still far from having a confirmed nationwide Podway system.

Jyoti Ranabhat Ends Hunger Strike After 19 Point Agreement With Government

Nurse Activist Jyoti Ranabhat Ends Hunger Strike After 19 Point Agreement With Government, Task Force To Set Pay And Benefits For Health Workers Within Six Months

Nepal Proposes Allowing 13-Year-Old Children To Do Limited Light Work Under New Labour Bill

Nepal is preparing to amend its child labour law, proposing that children aged 13 and above may perform certain light work outside school hours under strict safety rules.

Your Friend Borrowed Money and Won't Pay It Back. Here's What Nepali Law Actually Says.

Nepal’s Civil Code 2074 provides legal protection for personal loans by recognizing informal lending, accepting alternative evidence, setting interest limits, and defining the time period for recovering unpaid money.

India-China Resume Border Trade Through Lipulekh Despite Nepal’s Objection

India and China have restarted their traditional border trade through Lipulekh Pass, a route Nepal claims falls within its territory, reopening a long-standing diplomatic issue.

Government And Hindu Religious Front Reach Agreement In Janakpur, 12 Demands To Get Immediate Attention

The government and the Hindu religious front have reached an agreement in Janakpur after talks led by Home Minister Sudhan Gurung. The government will begin work on 12 of the group’s 13 demands, while seeking three months to address the demand to declare Nepal a Hindu nation.

Nepal’s Cybercrime and Social Media Laws: Tested Against Real Cases

As social media becomes a bigger part of everyday life, Nepal faces the challenge of protecting free expression while addressing cybercrime. This article examines how laws on hacking, online fraud, defamation, and privacy are applied through real cases and what they mean for ordinary internet users.

Sunsari Incident, Regional Outburst Of Communal Violence, Historical Precedence & The Future

Home Minister Sudhan Gurung And Devanganj Victims’ Families Sign Seven Point Agreement

The Government of Nepal and the families of two young men killed in the Devanganj clash have signed a seven point agreement. The deal includes the process to declare the victims as martyrs, Rs 10 lakh in relief for each family, employment opportunities, legal action against those responsible, and the construction of a memorial park.