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From A Private Relationship To A Criminal Court Case: Rs. 27 Lakh Dispute Lands Woman In Judicial Custody

A 32-year-old woman from Ramechhap has been sent to judicial custody pending trial after a senior government employee alleged that she threatened to expose details of their private relationship and obtained Rs 27 Lakh from him. The woman has denied the allegations, claiming much of the money was given voluntarily or for living expenses, while the case is proceeding under criminal extortion and electronic transaction laws.

Yesterday

Apple Enters Foldable Era With iPhone Duo As New iPhones, Apple Watch And AirPods Take Centre Stage

Apple’s first foldable iPhone Duo led its 2026 event, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5, new Apple Watches and the awaited arrival of Siri AI.

Yesterday

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.

2 days ago

“Where Is the State?” Rabi Lamichhane Says It Is Inside the Ruins, Searching for Lives and Rebuilding People’s Trust

RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane told Parliament that the strongest response to people asking “Where is the state?” is to visibly show the rescue, relief and recovery work being carried out after the devastating Bhotekoshi disaster. He said the state is searching for missing citizens in dangerous ruins and tunnels, supporting displaced families, restoring damaged infrastructure and must now rebuild public trust while preparing Nepal better for future disasters.

2 days ago

Nepal And Japan: Two Nations Shaped By Difficult Geography, Two Tragedies That Entered History

Nepal and Japan face very different but serious geographical risks. Japan is exposed to earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanoes, while Nepal faces landslides, glacial floods and extreme weather. After the August 26 Rasuwa disaster, TU expert Dr. Basanta Raj Adhikari estimated its gravitational energy exceeded that of the Hiroshima atomic bomb. The disaster has so far killed 1,357 people, with 5,326 still missing.

3 days ago

After the Flood Took So Much, Nepal Moves to Protect Their Education With a Rs 1 Arba Scholarship Plan for Affected Children

The Nepal government has announced a “Secure Future Scholarship Scheme” worth around Rs 1 Arba to help children affected by the Bhotekoshi flood continue their education, with approximately 1,000 students expected to benefit. The program covers children from early childhood development through Grade 12 and can provide full, partial or residential scholarships along with textbooks, uniforms, educational materials, accommodation and meals.

3 days ago

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

4 days ago

“I Pray to God That My Sindoor Is Never Wiped Away”: Pregnant Wife Waits for Husband Missing in Rasuwa Flood

Six months pregnant and caring for their two-year-old daughter, Indira Yadav is still waiting for news of her husband, civil engineer Bikas Kumar Yadav, who disappeared after leaving for duty at the Trishuli 3A Hydropower Project on the morning of the devastating Bhote Koshi flood. More than the uncertainty of her own future, Indira says she is haunted by one question: whether the baby growing inside her will ever get to see their father.

4 days ago

Green Army Nepal Registration Reportedly Cancelled Amid Controversy Over Military-Style Uniforms and Activities

Green Army Nepal’s registration has reportedly been cancelled following controversy over its military-style name, uniforms, structure and disaster-response activities.

5 days ago

Bhotekoshi Flood Rescue Enters 12th Day as Search Continues at Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Project

Bhotekoshi flood rescue in Rasuwa enters its 12th day as Nepali Army teams continue searching the Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Project for missing people.

5 days ago

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.

5 days ago

Trishuli 3A Tunnel Rescue: Two Workers Found Alive After 10 Days As Teams Push Deeper Into Powerhouse

Two workers, Sanjay Sah and Kabir Maharjan, were rescued alive from the Trishuli 3A hydropower tunnel after surviving for 10 days following the Rasuwa flood. Rescue teams have also recovered one unidentified body, while the Nepal Army and other agencies continue searching deeper into the underground powerhouse for other missing workers.

Sep 4

Around 600 Students Missing Contact After Bhote Koshi Floods as Schools in Five Local Levels Remain Closed

Around 600 students and 22 teachers and school staff in Rasuwa and Nuwakot are estimated to be out of contact following the Bhote Koshi floods, while schools in five local levels have remained closed for nine days.

Sep 4

Nepal’s Section 12B Explained: How Disaster Relief Donations Can Reduce Your Taxable Income

Nepal’s Section 12B allows eligible donations to specified government disaster and reconstruction funds to be deducted from taxable income. The full qualifying donation amount may reduce taxable income, but the actual tax savings depend on the taxpayer’s income and applicable tax rate.

Sep 3

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.

Sep 3

Mother, I Have Returned, I Have Risen From The Ashes: Bus Helper Survives Bhotekoshi Flood As 30 Pilgrims Remain Missing

Niraj Bhandari, a bus helper from Gorkha, survived the Bhotekoshi flood after jumping from a bus carrying 36 Gosainkunda pilgrims. Six people survived, while 30 remain missing. His family feared he had died until he called home hours later, turning his return into an emotional moment of relief as Palungtar continues to wait for news of the missing.

Sep 3

Arnold Dix Defends Nepal’s Tunnel Rescue Efforts As More Than 900 Workers Remain Feared Trapped

International tunnel rescue expert Professor Arnold Dix has praised Nepal’s rescue teams for continuing efforts to reach workers feared trapped inside hydropower tunnels after devastating floods, despite damaged infrastructure and extremely difficult underground conditions.

Sep 3

Government Temporarily Suspends ‘Lakhpati’ Lottery As Nepal Directs Resources Toward Rasuwa Flood Relief

Nepal has temporarily suspended the Lakhpati taxpayer lottery as the government focuses on rescue, relief and recovery following the devastating Rasuwa flood. The scheme was designed to encourage consumers to demand genuine PAN or VAT bills and improve tax compliance, while disaster response has now become the immediate national priority.

Sep 3

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

Sep 3

A Bottle of Water Made Him Miss the Bus, Hours Later, He Realized It May Have Saved His Life

A last-minute decision to collect drinking water kept 75-year-old Dataram Devkota of Palungtar, Gorkha, from boarding a bus carrying villagers toward Gosaikunda on August 26. The vehicle was later caught in the devastating flood, turning what initially felt like an unlucky missed journey into an escape Devkota now views as an act of God.

Sep 2

Seven Days After Rasuwa Flood: What Did the Government Actually Do?

Prime Minister Balen Shah has presented Parliament with a detailed account of the government’s response following the August 26 Bhote Koshi flood, including helicopter rescues, free treatment, relief funding, evacuation, road restoration and emergency coordination. The government also allocated additional disaster funds, declared affected local levels crisis zones for three months and continued coordinating with provincial, local and international partners as rescue and recovery operations continued.

Sep 2

Before the Flood Arrived: What Did Nepal Know And When?

Nepal's official timeline shows that authorities began receiving information about the devastating Rasuwa flood around 9 AM, with mass SMS warnings following shortly afterward. While communities farther downstream potentially had more time to react, those near the Tibet border faced a much shorter warning window. The key unanswered question is whether information from upstream could have reached Nepal earlier and provided more time to save lives.

Aug 28

Nepal Government Introduces One-Door System for Bhotekoshi Flood Relief to Centralise Donations and Prevent Unauthorised Fundraising

Nepal introduces a one-door system for Bhotekoshi flood relief, centralising cash and material donations and warning against unauthorised fundraising.

Aug 27

Massive Bhotekoshi River Flood Hits Rasuwa, Major Air Rescue Operation Saves 114 People

A sudden Bhotekoshi River flood in Rasuwa has prompted a major air rescue operation, with 114 people rescued by Nepal Army and private helicopters. Rescue and relief operations are continuing.

Aug 26

Rasuwa Flood Emergency: Government Launches Four Major Response Measures as High-Level Meetings Decide Next Steps

Nepal has mobilized security forces, helicopters, medical teams and disaster agencies after a major flood struck Timure and Syabrubesi in Rasuwa and moved downstream through the Bhote Koshi–Trishuli river system. Emergency meetings are underway while authorities focus on rescue operations, evacuation of vulnerable communities and preparation for possible further impacts.

Aug 26

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.

Aug 25

Upper Mustang’s Centuries Old Chortens Are Slowly Fading And Locals Want Action Before It Is Too Late

Centuries old Buddhist chortens across Upper Mustang, including structures in and around the ancient walled city of Lo Manthang, are in need of repair and stronger protection as age, natural disasters and changing development put the historic structures at risk. Local communities and conservation groups have been working to protect them, but residents say stronger and more organized support from the government is needed to save this important part of Mustang’s Buddhist heritage.

Aug 25

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Launches in Nepal in partnership with Chaudhary Group Through Exclusive ‘Masterni’ Movie Collaboration

Motorola and Chaudhary Group have launched the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion in Nepal through an exclusive collaboration with the Nepali movie ‘Masterni’. The smartphone will be available nationwide from August 29, 2026, at a starting price of NPR 69,999.

Aug 25

Nepal Telecom Brings 4G to Badimalika Above 4,200 Metres After Army Helicopter Airlifts Equipment

Nepal Telecom officially launched 4G mobile and internet service in the remote Badimalika area of Bajura on August 24, with the tower installed at Lauri Binayak at around 4,230 metres above sea level. The project required roughly 4,000 kg of equipment and materials to be transported by Nepal Army helicopter, bringing connectivity to pilgrims, tourists, local people and organizations in an area where communication had long been difficult.

Aug 25

Khushbu Oli Pushes Death Penalty Debate for Heinous Crimes: Can Nepal’s Law Actually Change?

RPP lawmaker Khushbu Oli has called for Nepal to debate whether the death penalty should be considered for heinous crimes such as rape and murder, arguing that discussion should go beyond simply increasing prison terms. She also urged a review of the statute of limitations in rape cases and questioned whether Nepal’s existing constitutional and international commitments should stand in the way of tougher punishment.

Aug 24

Harka Sampang Questions Purpose of PM Balen Shah’s Mustang Visit

Shram Sanskriti Party chair Harka Sampang has questioned the purpose of Prime Minister Balen Shah’s private visit to Mustang, arguing that the prime minister’s position carries public responsibilities even during personal travel.

Aug 24

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.

Aug 24

Why Nepal Has No Death Penalty

Nepal cannot simply introduce the death penalty because Article 16(2) of the Constitution prohibits capital punishment. Nepal is also bound by the Second Optional Protocol to the ICCPR, which commits the country to abolition. However, Nepal can still pursue stronger laws, better investigations, victim protection, prevention, and greater accountability within its legal framework.

Aug 24

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.

Aug 24

Hetauda Textile Industry Comes Back to Life After 25 Years as Looms Resume Production

After remaining shut since 2057 BS, Hetauda Textile Industry has restarted trial production, with 10 looms now producing fabric and three upgraded with automated technology.

Aug 23

Nepal Moves to Secure EV Data Locally as Foreign Servers Raise National Security Concerns

Nepal is exploring ways to store data generated by electric vehicles within the country, as officials and cybersecurity experts warn that foreign-hosted vehicle data could create privacy and national security risks.

Aug 23

Pathao Ready to Revise Fares if Common Minimum Rate Is Introduced for Riders

Pathao Nepal says it is ready to revise its fare structure if the government, rider representatives and digital platforms agree on a common minimum fare to ensure fair rider earnings.

Aug 21

Someone Leaked Your Private Chats? Here’s What Nepal’s Law Actually Says

Nepal’s Privacy Act protects private chats, emails, electronic data and private digital conversations from certain unauthorized access, disclosure and recording. Sharing or publishing a private conversation without authorization can raise legal issues, while hacking or accessing computer data without permission may also trigger the Electronic Transactions Act. However, every screenshot or leaked message is not automatically the same offense the way it was obtained, consent, content and how it was used all matter.

Aug 21

Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s Mustang Visit Declared Private

The Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers has confirmed that Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s visit to Mustang is a private trip.

Aug 21

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.

Aug 21