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Nepal Government Proposes Vehicle Loan Interest Support for Teachers

Nepal Government Proposes Paying 80% Of Loan Interest For Teachers Buying Vehicles, With Up To Rs. 50 Lakh For Senior Secondary Teachers

Australia Announces Additional A$15 Million Aid for Nepal’s Flood and Disaster Recovery

Australia will provide an additional A$15 million to support Nepal’s relief and early recovery efforts following the devastating floods, adding to the A$11 million previously committed for emergency response.

Lemi Tamang’s Journey From Nepal to Global Beauty and a Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2027

Nepali makeup artist and beauty entrepreneur Lemi Tamang’s latest career milestone takes her backstage at Paris Fashion Week.

From Cash to QR: Where Is Nepal’s Digital Money System Heading?

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.

Firiri Crosses 50,000 Users Within Two Months Of Launch In Nepal

Nepal-developed digital platform Firiri has crossed 50,000 users within two months of launching its services. The platform currently brings together ride, delivery, food, grocery, marketplace, hotel, vehicle rental, real estate, employment, entertainment, and learning services, with plans to expand to more cities and areas across Nepal.

Nepal Rastra Bank Opens Tender For 400 Million Re. 1 Coins Worth Rs. 40 Crore

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.

What Did Nepal Tell the World? Foreign Minister Briefs Parliament on UNGA Mission

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.

Bought It Online, But Who Is Responsible? What Nepal’s E-Commerce Law Means for You

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.

Nepal Welcomes Over 88,000 Tourists in September as Chinese Arrivals Double While Western Markets Decline

Nepal recorded 88,248 international tourist arrivals in September 2026, a 12.1% increase from the same month last year, with India remaining the largest source market and Chinese arrivals surging by 114.1%. However, arrivals from Europe, the Americas and Oceania declined, highlighting uneven growth across Nepal’s major tourism markets.

Nepal Set to Miss SAFF Men’s Championship for First Time as FIFA Ban Remains Unlifted

Nepal is set to miss the 2026 SAFF Men’s Championship after its FIFA suspension remained unresolved by the September 30 deadline set by SAFF.

CR7 Horaa Finally Receives YouTube Gold Play Button After Crossing 1 Million Subscribers

Popular Nepali gaming streamer Sanjan Gautam, known as CR7 Horaa, has officially received and unboxed his YouTube Gold Play Button after crossing 1 million subscribers in August 2026.

iPhone 18 Pro Arrives in Nepal: Why Are Buyers Ready to Pay Over Rs 5 Lakh?

Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are set to officially enter Nepal this Thursday, with prices reaching more than Rs 5 lakh for the highest storage variant. The latest Pro series brings upgraded performance, advanced camera features, and larger storage options for users looking for Apple’s premium smartphone experience.

Why Do We Feel So Lonely When We’re More Connected Than Ever?

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.

Nepali Film ‘Behuli’ Keeps Winning Hearts As Box Office Run Enters Third Week

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.

No Money for a Lawyer? Nepal’s New Bill Plans Free Legal Support From Advice to Court

Nepal has introduced the Free Legal Aid Bill, 2083, proposing free legal assistance for disadvantaged citizens from initial legal advice to court proceedings and implementation of decisions. Presented by Law Minister Sobita Gautam, the bill aims to create a wider legal aid system covering courts, judicial bodies and vulnerable groups.

Arrest Does Not Mean Handcuffs: Supreme Court Sets Limits for Nepal Police

The Supreme Court has ordered Nepal Police to stop routinely handcuffing every person arrested for investigation, ruling that restraints should be used only after an objective assessment finds a genuine risk of escape, violent resistance, or harm to the arrested person or others. The interim order, issued by a joint bench of Justices Nahakul Subedi and Shanti Singh Thapa, also requires police to record why handcuffs were considered necessary in each case.

Nepal’s Hidden From Mustang To The World: Shinta Mani Mustang Earns Prestigious MICHELIN Key Recognition Luxury Reaches Global Stage: Shinta Mani Mustang Earns Prestigious MICHELIN Key

Luxury resort Shinta Mani Mustang has received One MICHELIN Key in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection, placing Nepal’s high-end tourism sector on an international platform. The recognition highlights the property’s unique design, service, location, and guest experience while bringing global attention to Mustang as a luxury travel destination.

Singapore Pays Citizens To Read Books: Could Nepal Use Similar Ideas To Fight Doomscrolling?

Singapore has introduced a programme that rewards citizens for spending time reading books, aiming to reduce excessive phone scrolling and improve concentration. The initiative raises a question for Nepal, where smartphone and social media use among young people continues to grow.

You May Already Have a Chance to Win Rs. 10 Lakh: How Nepal’s Taxpayer Incentive Prize Program Actually Works

Your recent digital purchase may have already given you a chance to win up to Rs. 10 lakh under Nepal’s Taxpayer Incentive Prize Program. Eligible transactions may be entered automatically, but winners have only five days to claim their prizes after the results are announced. Although the program is temporarily suspended due to Nepal’s current situation, the Inland Revenue Department has announced 33 winners for eligible transactions recorded up to Bhadra.

US Confirms For First Time It Has Deployed Space Weapon In Earth’s Orbit

US Confirms For First Time It Has Deployed A Space Weapon In Earth’s Orbit As Officials Say The System Is Needed To “Protect American Forces From Growing Space Threats”, While China Warns Against An Arms Race; Details Of The Weapon Remain Secret

From Cannes History to the Oscars Race: Nepal Selects ‘Elephants in the Fog’

Nepal has selected Abinash Bikram Shah’s “Elephants in the Fog” (Tiniharu) as its official submission for the International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards, choosing it over “Gaunthali” after evaluating both films. The selection takes the Cannes Jury Prize-winning film into the next stage of an international journey that has already made history for Nepali cinema.

One Year Ago, Nepal Turned to Sushila Karki After Gen Z Protests Changed the Country

One year ago, on September 12, 2025, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as Nepal’s first woman Prime Minister, taking charge of an interim government after the Gen Z movement, deadly unrest and the resignation of KP Sharma Oli pushed the country into an extraordinary political crisis. Karki, already known as Nepal’s first female Chief Justice and for her strong anti-corruption image, was given the immediate responsibility of restoring stability and taking the country toward a new House of Representatives election within six months.

From Boxing at 16 to International KFL Wins: Yugeen Sharma’s Fighting Journey

Nepal’s Yugeen Sharma defeated India’s Khushi Singh at Karma Fight League 9 in Colombo, adding another international victory to a journey that began with boxing at the age of 16 and later expanded into kickboxing and mixed martial arts. The 20-year-old Nepali fighter has already won national boxing gold, competed several times at KFL and has spoken publicly about her bigger dream of eventually reaching the UFC.

Nepal Finds a Legal Route for Crypto Donations Despite Its Crypto Ban

A new US-based system allows people around the world to donate cryptocurrency to Nepal’s disaster relief fund by converting digital assets into US dollars outside Nepal before sending the money through the formal banking system.

For Children Who Lost Their Parents in the Floods, Pasang Lama Steps Forward to Help Build a Safer Future

After contributing to Nepal’s flood-relief efforts, Pasang Lama has announced an initiative to help children who lost their parents in the disaster find safe, long-term support through suitable families, individuals or organizations and the proper legal process. Lama is not personally adopting the children; he says his role is to help connect them with appropriate care while documenting the process publicly for transparency.

Nepal Police Announces Rs 10 Lakh Support For Families Of Police Personnel Who Died In Floods

Nepal Police has decided to provide Rs 10 lakh each to families of police personnel who died in the Rasuwa Bhote Koshi-Trishuli flood, along with debt relief, education support, and other assistance.

Over NPR 7 Arba in Nepal’s Disaster Fund: Where Is the Money Going?

Prime Minister Balen Shah says more than NPR 7 Arba has been collected in the Prime Minister’s Disaster Relief Fund as Nepal continues relief and recovery operations following the devastating floods. The government has already mobilized NPR 1 Arba for disaster response, while NPR 6.75 Crore has been released to 15 affected local governments to help speed up relief efforts on the ground.

Bruges Council Member Pragya Timilsina Secures €20,000 Emergency Support For Nepal Disaster Victims

Pragya Timilsina, a young Nepali-origin municipal council member in Bruges, Belgium, raised the need for emergency support for people affected by the recent disaster near the Nepal-Tibet border. Her request received broad council support, with €20,000 in emergency assistance committed, and the required formal application has already been submitted.

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.

Why Gundruk Became a Survival Food in Nepal: The Traditional Way of Preserving Vegetables

Before refrigerators became common, Nepali families used fermentation and drying to preserve seasonal leafy vegetables. Gundruk became one of Nepal’s most important traditional preserved foods and remains a popular part of Nepali cuisine today.

Nepal’s Driving Lessons Could Soon Enter The Virtual World Under New National Transport Policy

Nepal’s new National Transport Policy 2083 opens the way for modern technology to be used in driver training, including plans for virtual and simulator-based learning that could allow new drivers to practice difficult road situations in a controlled environment. The wider policy replaces the 22-year-old National Transport Policy 2058 and aims to make Nepal’s transport system safer, greener, more organized and more technology-friendly.

Government Plans Residential Schools For Children With Autism In All Seven Provinces

Government To Open One Residential School For Children With Autism In Each Of Nepal’s Seven Provinces, With Budget Already Allocated And Plans To Provide Education, Health Care, Therapy And Creative Activities

Ncell Pays More Than Rs 4.96 Arba in License Renewal Fees and Interest

Ncell Axiata has paid more than Rs 4.96 billion to the government toward its mobile service license renewal, including the latest installment and interest accumulated over two periods.

“King Of Nepal” Post Adds Heat Before Rabindra Dhant vs Kasib Murdoch Road To UFC Semifinal

New Zealand’s unbeaten Kasib Murdoch and Nepal’s Rabindra Dhant are set to meet in the Road to UFC Season 5 bantamweight semifinal in Shanghai on August 28, with pre-fight attention growing around Murdoch’s “King of Nepal” social-media post. Beyond the online exchanges, the matchup brings together Murdoch’s 8-0 unbeaten record and Dhant’s 10-1 record, with the winner advancing to the tournament final.

School Won’t Give Your Certificate? School Rules Nepali Students & Parents Should Know

Nepal’s education laws give students specific protections when schools delay or refuse Transfer Certificates, especially for children who have not completed basic education. But the rules also allow schools to require certain dues before issuing a TC, so the answer depends on the student’s grade, certificate type, and situation. Parents can also challenge certain refusals, and schools may face fines for violating specific legal provisions.

People Mocked This Movie, Then Paid Millions to Watch It

Chinese animated film Niu Lai has turned from an almost ignored theatrical release into one of China's most unusual viral box-office stories after its crude animation and unconventional storytelling became a social-media sensation. Made over about five years by director Xin Yumeng and his mother Sun Lifang, the film's weaknesses unexpectedly became its biggest marketing tool as audiences began buying tickets out of curiosity.

Annapurna Rural Municipality To Build Statue Of Nirmal Purja In His Birthplace

Annapurna Rural Municipality To Build Statue Of Record Breaking Mountaineer Nirmal Purja In His Birthplace Dana And Propose Naming Annapurna I As Nimsdai Annapurna Following His De*th In Broad Peak Avalanche

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

Indian Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth Set To Visit Nepal On First Foreign Trip, Expected To Meet Top Leadership

Indian Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth will arrive in Kathmandu today at 4 pm for his first foreign visit since taking charge. The visit is expected to focus on Nepal-India defence cooperation and long-standing military ties.