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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.

The Real Cost of Kathmandu’s Air Pollution: How Much Is Dirty Air Costing Nepal?

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.

Porn Addiction in Teenagers: What Global Research Reveals, and Why Nepal's Story Is Different

Teen pornography exposure is rising in Nepal despite the country’s 2018 ban. Studies suggest more than half of Nepali adolescents and young people have viewed porn, while a smaller group show signs of problematic use. Experts and research point to early exposure, weak sexuality education, limited parent-child conversations, and growing online risks such as sextortion and image abuse.

No Cash? No Problem: Sajha Yatayat Brings Digital Ticketing to Its 111-Bus Fleet

Sajha Yatayat has launched a new digital ticketing system alongside a centralized Command and Control Center, allowing passengers to pay fares using bank cards, NepalPay QR and other supported QR payments while buses are monitored in real time. The upgrade, fully operational since September 17, is part of Sajha’s push to make public transportation more transparent, convenient and technology-driven.

See a Broken Road? Kathmandu’s New App Lets Citizens Report Problems Directly to Authorities

The Road Division Kathmandu has introduced the ‘Sadak Sujhab’ mobile app, creating a direct digital platform where citizens can report potholes, damaged roads, waterlogging and other road safety issues by uploading photos and location details. The system uses location mapping and complaint tracking features to help authorities identify problems, prioritize repairs and improve road management across Kathmandu Valley.

Ashok Yadav Arrest Sparks Torch Rally in Sarlahi

A torch rally was held in Malangwa, Sarlahi, on Tuesday evening against the arrest of CPN leader Ashok Yadav. Police stopped the rally at Balmandir Chowk and detained six protesters.

Kathmandu After Dark Could Get Easier: 28 Night Buses and Six New Routes Proposed Across the Valley

Kathmandu Valley’s night bus network could become much bigger, with a study committee recommending an expansion from seven to 28 buses and six new routes connecting hospitals, business areas and major entry points. The proposal follows a three-month trial used by 66,952 passengers, although the service currently loses an average of Rs 1,690 per bus each day

Nepal’s September 4–8 Calendar: Festivals, Weekend, Mourning and Remembrance

Nepal will observe five consecutive significant days from September 4 to 8, beginning with Krishna Janmashtami and Gaura Parva, followed by the regular weekend, a national mourning day for Rasuwa flood victims, and Gen Z Martyrs’ Day. September 7 is a national mourning day, not a public holiday, while September 8 has been declared a nationwide public holiday.

Prithvi Highway and Major Roads Across Bagmati Province Blocked by Landslides and Floods

Prithvi Highway Completely Blocked At Two Locations In Dhading As Landslides And Floods Disrupt Major Roads Across Bagmati Province, With Kanti Lokpath And Rasuwa Routes Closed

Waiting for a Bus in Kathmandu? This App Can Now Show You Where It Is

Kathmandu Valley commuters can now use the KTM Public Transport app to see GPS-enabled buses in real time and estimate when they may reach their stop, with around 1,200 public vehicles reportedly connected to the system. The wider plan goes beyond tracking buses, with authorities also working toward GPS information displays at major stops, clearer pick-up/drop-off points, expanded night services and a future cashless fare system.

Oliz Store And New Family Girls Hostel Fined Rs 5 Lakh As Authorities Step Up Market Monitoring Across Kathmandu Valley

Authorities fined Oliz Store and New Family Girls Hostel a total of Rs 5 lakh during market monitoring in Kathmandu, while several other businesses were ordered to submit documents or improve their practices.

Journalist Kishor Shrestha Arrested Over Alleged Privacy Act Violation Linked To Janaastha Publication

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.

CIAA Alleges Airport Contract Bribes Were Used To Buy Land, Files Corruption Case Against Former CAAN Chief Pradeep Adhikari

CIAA has filed a corruption case against former CAAN Director General Pradeep Adhikari, alleging that money collected from airport construction contractors was used to purchase land in his wife's name.

Former Nepal Telecommunications Authority Chair Bhupendra Bhandari Arrested In Smart Cell Scam Investigation

Former Nepal Telecommunications Authority Chairman Bhupendra Bhandari has been arrested by Nepal Police's Central Investigation Bureau in connection with the ongoing Smart Cell asset sale investigation.

Man Arrested In Thamel After Five Vapes Test Positive For Cannabis Compound THC

Police have arrested a 38-year-old Lalitpur resident in Thamel after five vape devices seized from him tested positive for THC. He is currently under investigation in a drug-related case.

Oli Claims Dipendra Did Not Commit Narayanhiti Palace Massacre, Raises Fresh Questions Over 2058 Tragedy

KP Sharma Oli has claimed that the then Crown Prince Dipendra did not commit the Narayanhiti Palace massacre, calling the widely circulated narrative a “readymade” story.

Fact Check: Viral Imadol Image Claiming Surendra Bhatta Was Urinating Is AI-Generated And Misleading

A fact-check has confirmed that the viral image claiming Surendra Bhatt was merely urinating when a woman recorded him in Imadol was generated using AI and does not depict a real event. Investigators also found that the accompanying narrative originated from a fictional social media story, while police continue investigating the case based on the complainant's allegations.

Lalitpur To Launch Home-Based Health Service From Shrawan

Lalitpur Metropolitan City is preparing to start home-based health services from Shrawan through the 1131 call service. The plan is expected to help senior citizens, people with disabilities, long-term patients, and emergency patients, while also highlighting the health service gap in rural Nepal.

Kusunti’s Long-Delayed Disabled-Friendly Overhead Bridge Construction Restarts

Construction has resumed on the long-delayed disabled-friendly overhead bridge with lifts at Kusunti after remaining incomplete for years. The Rs 4.68 crore project by Lalitpur Metropolitan City aims to improve road safety and provide easier access for pedestrians, senior citizens, children, and people with disabilities.

Two Rescued After Getting Trapped Inside Rock Cave In Chobhar Bhanjyang

Two people were rescued after becoming trapped inside a rock cave beneath a bridge in Chobhar Bhanjyang, Lalitpur. Police, the Armed Police Force, and local personnel worked together to bring them out safely.

Government Employee Identified In Imadol Indecent Exposure Case

Police have identified Surendra Bhatta of Baitadi, reportedly a government employee, as the suspect in the Imadol indecent exposure case involving a young woman in Lalitpur.

Adora Holding Fined Rs. 2.5 Lakh Over Food Safety Violations

Adora Holding in Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur, has been fined Rs. 2,50,000 after a complaint claimed that a cockroach was found in a potato dish served by the hotel. A sudden inspection later found expired syrup, unlabeled chow mein, artificial food color, unsafe used oil, and poor fridge management.

Sanepa Becomes A Green Model Along Kathmandu's Ring Road

Sanepa in Lalitpur has transformed into one of the greenest stretches along Kathmandu Valley's Ring Road after trees planted about seven years ago matured into a dense urban canopy. The success highlights how long-term plantation and regular maintenance can improve air quality, beautify cities, and create more comfortable public spaces despite ongoing Ring Road expansion works.

Technical Teams Deployed Across Kathmandu Valley As Bird Flu Spreads To Nearly 100 Poultry Farms

The Department of Livestock Services has deployed technical teams across Kathmandu Valley and nearby districts to control the spread of bird flu after infections were confirmed in nearly 100 poultry farms. Authorities have increased testing, destroyed infected birds and feed, and urged farmers to follow strict safety measures.

Three Alleged Victims File Complaint Against Home Minister Sudan Gurung in NHRC

A complaint filed at the National Human Rights Commission has accused Home Minister Sudan Gurung and his team of entering a detention room at Sorhakhutte Police Circle and allegedly threatening three detainees.

From Prison Cells To Power: The Untold Story Of Nepal's Greatest Jailbreak

The men who crawled through a 50-foot tunnel beneath Nakhu Jail were not ordinary prisoners but young revolutionaries determined to continue their political struggle. Decades later, some of them would hold the highest offices in Nepal, turning a prison escape into a remarkable chapter of national history.

Constitution Amendment Task Force Holds Talks With Prachanda, Madhav Nepal And Jhalanath Khanal

Asim Shah-led constitution amendment task force met former PMs Prachanda, Madhav Kumar Nepal and Jhalanath Khanal in Lalitpur to collect suggestions for a discussion paper.

Ncell’s Nakkhu Data Center Receives International Tier III Certification, Becoming A Major Digital Milestone For Nepal

Ncell’s Nakkhu Data Center in Lalitpur has received ANSI/TIA-942-C Rated 3 certification, marking a major step for Nepal’s digital infrastructure, cloud services, and secure data center growth.

One Arrested From Khichapokhari With Illegal Vapes Worth Rs 6 Crore As Police Seize 28,500 Electronic Cigarettes

Police have arrested a man from Kathmandu’s Khichapokhari area after seizing illegal electronic cigarettes worth around Rs 6 crore during a raid on a vape shop and warehouse.