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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.

Trump Labels Strait of Hormuz as ‘New U.S. Territory,’ Iran Rejects Claim

Donald Trump shared a map labeling the Strait of Hormuz as “New U.S. Territory,” prompting strong rejection from Iran amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions.

From Nepal to a Global Innovation Award: The Scientist Behind a Winning Battery Technology

Nepali researcher Dr. Shiva Prasad Adhikari has been recognized as part of the team behind Electro-Lith, an Argonne National Laboratory and General Motors technology selected as one of the 2026 R&D 100 Award winners. The recognition places the battery-related innovation among 100 technologies chosen from 149 finalists in this year’s global competition.

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.

Nepal and India Move to Expand Real-Time Cross-Border Digital Payments

Nepal and India are preparing to expand cross-border digital payment connectivity, including wider UPI acceptance and real-time person-to-person money transfers between the two countries.

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

From Mahabir Pun’s Innovation Center To MrBeast’s Global Audience: How Nepal’s Nyano Nani Is Helping Save Newborn Lives

Before appearing in MrBeast’s Nepal healthcare project, Nyano Nani had already earned international recognition. Developed through Mahabir Pun’s National Innovation Center, the Nepali baby warmer represents the power of local innovation.

Good News For Students: Australia Introduces $31.30 (NRs. 3393.09) Minimum Pay For Gig Delivery Workers, Adds Injury Insurance Protection

New Fair Work Commission Rules Give Food And Grocery Delivery Workers Stronger Pay And Safety Guarantees While Maintaining Gig Work Flexibility

Nepal’s Shusmita Thapa Magar Wins Professional MMA Debut Against India’s Shalu Sharma At Ronin FC 3

Nepali MMA fighter Shusmita Thapa Magar has started her professional career with a victory, defeating India’s Shalu Sharma at Ronin FC 3 in Bengaluru. The win marks a major milestone in her journey as Nepal’s combat sports presence continues to grow.

From Screen Time to Family Time: How Alchi Ko Pasal Is Turning Nepali Culture, History and Stories Into Board Games for the Next Generation

What began with a mother wondering how to pass Nepali culture on to her children grew into Alchi Ko Pasal, a homegrown board-game brand turning Nepal’s history, language, folklore and traditions into games that bring children and families together.

From A Rs. 5 Lakh COVID Era Savings Initiative To A Homegrown Footwear Brand: How Yatra Shoes Is Transforming Women’s Footwear In Nepal

Two Young Entrepreneurs, A Five-Lakh Investment, And A Vision To Create Comfortable Footwear Made For Nepali Women

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.

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.

Gandaki Has Opened the Door to Cannabis Farming. But Is It Really Legal Under Nepal’s Federal Law?

Gandaki Province has opened a regulated path for medicinal and industrial cannabis farming under licenses, testing and government monitoring, but recreational use remains illegal and questions remain over how the provincial law will operate alongside Nepal’s federal narcotics law.

Nepali Congress Leadership Rift Deepens as Deuba Returns to Chundevi While Gagan Leads Central Committee Meeting in Sanepa

Nepali Congress faces a fresh leadership crisis as Gagan Thapa leads the Central Committee in Sanepa while Sher Bahadur Deuba returns to Nepal and is welcomed as president in Chundevi.

A World Record, Years of Training, But No Visa to Compete

Nepali calisthenics athlete and Guinness World Record holder Sunil Khadka missed the 2026 Calisthenics World Championship in Riga, Latvia, after his visa was rejected, despite being prepared to represent Nepal in the Endurance category. The setback has renewed concerns over whether Nepali athletes receive enough institutional support for visas and international travel when opportunities depend on reaching competitions on time.

Nimsdai Set To Receive Guard Of Honour At UK Funeral As Calls Grow To Declare Him Nepal’s National Hero

The remains of legendary Nepali mountaineer Nirmal ‘Nimsdai’ Purja have arrived in the UK ahead of his funeral later this month. NRNA UK says he is expected to receive a guard of honour and is again urging Nepal to declare him a national hero.

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.

A Forest Without Books, But Full Of Stories: QR Codes Reveal Gatlang’s Journey Of Revival

Gatlang, Rasuwa has transformed a wildfire-damaged forest into an open-air digital library where visitors can scan QR codes to learn about forest restoration, biodiversity, and local heritage. The innovative project led by Tribhuvan University’s Institute of Forestry aims to preserve knowledge and inspire future generations through technology and nature.

International Youth Day: Celebrating The Power, Potential And Voice Of Young People Worldwide

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.

“He Made Every Mountain Feel Safer”: Mingma G Remembers Kilu After Broad Peak Tragedy

Nepali mountaineer Mingma G Sherpa has shared a deeply personal tribute to his longtime friend and climbing partner Kili Pemba Sherpa, known as Kilu, following his death in the Broad Peak avalanche in Pakistan. Remembering their years together in the mountains, Mingma described Kilu as a dependable and fearless companion whose legacy includes all 14 eight-thousanders, the historic winter ascent of K2 and years of guiding climbers across the Himalayas.

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.

A 22-Foot Shaligram Now Stands Beside the Kali Gandaki in Mustang

A 22-foot-tall Shaligram sculpture now stands on the bank of the Kali Gandaki River in Jomsom, Mustang, after being unveiled in May as part of an initiative to strengthen the area's religious and cultural tourism. Created from a large Kali Gandaki stone during a sculpture initiative involving dozens of artists, the monument connects Jomsom's growing tourism identity with the centuries-old spiritual importance of Shaligram stones, which Hindus revere as manifestations of Lord Vishnu.

Nepal Box Office Boom: ‘Gauthali’ Nears Rs 18 Crore While ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Crosses Rs 14 Crore

Nepal’s box office is witnessing a major surge as Nepali film ‘Gauthali’ and Hollywood blockbuster ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ continue their strong theatrical runs. While Gaunthali has crossed Rs 17.71 crore, Spider-Man has surpassed Rs 14 crore to become one of Nepal’s highest-grossing foreign films.

NEPSE’S NEXT CHAPTER: Intraday Trading and Short Selling What Investors Should Know Before the Market Changes

Nepal is preparing to introduce intraday trading and short selling, which could make NEPSE faster and more flexible. The reforms may create new opportunities, but also bring higher risks and bigger potential losses. For now, the systems are planned, not fully operational, and current NEPSE rules still apply.

Fake Love, Real Loss: Kaski Woman Loses Rs 3.1 Million (रु 31 Lakh) in Romance Scam

A woman in Kaski reportedly lost Rs 3.1 million (रु 31 lakh) after an online relationship that began on Facebook developed into an elaborate scam involving a supposed wealthy British man and callers posing as Indian police. Police say the case highlights how online fraudsters increasingly exploit emotions, trust and fear alongside techniques such as fake identities, OTP theft and fraudulent foreign opportunities.

Traffic Police Chief Pushes ‘Faceless Traffic’ System as Nepal Records Eight Road Deaths a Day

Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police chief SSP Suresh Prasad Kafle has called for wider adoption of a technology-driven “faceless traffic” system, arguing that road deaths cannot be reduced through conventional roadside policing alone. He says Nepal needs to combine technology with better road engineering, traffic education and effective enforcement as reckless driving continues to put both offenders and rule-following road users at risk.

Nirmal Purja’s Body Could Not Be Brought To Nepal For Final Tribute, Funeral To Take Place In UK

Nirmal Purja’s body could not be brought to Nepal for a final tribute despite efforts by his family and officials. Diplomatic, flight and technical difficulties prevented the planned Kathmandu stop before his body was sent to the UK for the final funeral.

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.

More Than a Festival: Thousands Gather in Kathmandu to Celebrate Indigenous Identity and Rights

Kathmandu turned into a vibrant showcase of Nepal’s Indigenous heritage on Sunday as communities gathered for the 32nd World Indigenous Peoples Day, bringing traditional clothing, music, dance, food and cultural displays to the capital. Beyond the celebration, NEFIN used the occasion to highlight continuing concerns involving identity, language, cultural preservation, land, natural resources, representation and constitutional rights.

Traffic Police Ordered to Stop Cash Deals and Improve Public Conduct

Infrastructure Development Committee Chairman Ashish Gajurel has instructed traffic police to improve the way they speak to and treat citizens while maintaining strict financial discipline, following complaints that some officers allegedly take money from traffic violators instead of issuing official tickets. He also stressed better technology, nationwide traffic awareness and stronger enforcement, while clarifying that proposed fines of Rs 100,000 to Rs 150,000 are only under discussion and have not been implemented.

Three-Day Search Ends in Tragedy: Former Kapilvastu Mayor Kiran Singh Found Dead

Former Kapilvastu Municipality mayor and Nepali Congress leader Kiran Singh, 65, was found dead in the Gorusinge forest area on Sunday after being out of contact since Friday. His motorcycle had earlier been discovered about eight kilometres inside the forest from the East-West Highway, prompting an extensive search involving police, local residents and a trained search dog.

Nepal Airlines To Increase Japan Flights To Four Times A Week From September

Nepal Airlines Corporation will increase Kathmandu-Narita-Kathmandu flights to four times a week from September 18, citing rising passenger demand and the upcoming festival season. The airline’s widebody aircraft Annapurna has also returned to regular service after completing major maintenance.

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.

How Nepali Ethical Hackers Are Climbing Bugcrowd’s Global Rankings

Nepali ethical hacker Bishal Shrestha ranked first among Nepal-based researchers on Bugcrowd’s June 2026 leaderboard with 110 points, while Birendra Shah continues to lead Nepali researchers in the platform’s all-time standings. Nepal’s presence also extends to the broader global rankings, with Birendra Shah and Abiral Shrestha among the country’s strongest performers on the international bug-bounty platform.

Nepal Foreign Ministry Launches Monthly MoFA Knowledge Forum to Strengthen Research-Based Foreign Policy

Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has launched the MoFA Knowledge Forum, a monthly platform connecting researchers, academics, think tanks and experts with senior officials to support evidence-based discussions and help shape Nepal’s foreign policy direction for the next five to ten years.

Nepal Cancels Historic International Tibetan Studies Conference Amid Diplomatic Sensitivities

Nepal has canceled the 17th International Association for Tibetan Studies (IATS) Conference following a government request. The event was expected to bring 720 delegates from 39 countries to Kathmandu.

4 Ton SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Part Crashes Into Moon In Rare Human-Made Lunar Impact

A discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage has struck the Moon after a 19-month journey through space, offering scientists a rare opportunity to study lunar impacts.

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle Sees Need To Amend Nepal Rastra Bank Act To Make Central Bank More Proactive, Accountable And Effective

Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle has called for amendments to the Nepal Rastra Bank Act to make the central bank more proactive and accountable, while supporting a seven member board, two deputy governors and wider expert representation.