Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026

Rasuwa flood: Death toll reaches 1,114

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KATHMANDU: The bodies of 1,114 people who went missing following the devastating floods in Bhotekoshi, Rasuwa, on August 26 have been recovered. According to a bulletin issued by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management[ ... ]

Schools in flood-affected areas closed indefinitely

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NUWAKOT: Schools in Nuwakot affected by flooding in the Trishuli River following the Bhotekoshi flood have been closed indefinitely. All schools in the flood-affected areas of Bidur Municipality and Kispang Rural Municipality have been closed.[ ... ]

South Korean Air Force plane arrives in Kathmandu with relief supplies

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KATHMANDU: A South Korean Air Force plane carrying relief supplies for victims of the Bhotekoshi flood has arrived in Kathmandu. The aircraft landed at Tribhuvan International Airport on Wednesday morning. South Korea has sent additional[ ... ]

Floods, landslides block major highways

KATHMANDU: Continuous rainfall has disrupted road connectivity across several districts, with landslides, floods and river erosion blocking major highways and forcing authorities to introduce alternative routes. According to the Nepali Police, traffic has been completely halted on some road sections because of landslides and floods,…

NC’s non-establishment faction holding meeting today

KATHMANDU: A meeting of the Nepali Congress (NC)’s non-establishment faction led by former NC President…

All-party meeting calls for international coordination as flood response comes under scrutiny

KATHMANDU: Political parties have called for a unified national response to the disaster caused by…

Finance minister urges swift release of relief funds to flood-hit local governments

KATHMANDU: Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has directed the government to ensure that funds collected…

President Paudel meets RSP chair Lamichhane over flood response

KATHMANDU: President Ram Chandra Paudel held a meeting with Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) Chair Rabi…

Gas shortage fears trigger long lines in Kathmandu (Pics)

KATHMANDU: A rush of consumers seeking cooking gas led to long lines at the National Trading branch office in Teku, highlighting rising anxiety over the…

Harishayani Ekadashi being observed today

KATHMANDU: Harishayani Ekadashi, one of the most significant festivals in the Hindu calendar, is being observed across Nepal today. The day marks the beginning of…

President Paudel calls for adoption of yoga as a way of life

KATHMANDU: President Ram Chandra Paudel has urged people to adopt yoga as an integral part of their daily lives, emphasizing its role in promoting physical, mental,…

Economic Digest: A Snapshot of Nepal’s Business News

KATHMANDU: Economic Digest presents a brief yet comprehensive roundup of major business developments in Nepal, delivered in clear and accessible summaries. The overall picture points to a mixed economic environment in Nepal, where a modest…

Schools in flood-affected areas closed indefinitely

NUWAKOT: Schools in Nuwakot affected by flooding in the Trishuli River following the Bhotekoshi flood have been closed indefinitely. All

Education Ministry holds talks with University Vice-Chancellors on legal reforms

KATHMANDU: The Ministry of Education and Sports held discussions with vice-chancellors of federal universities and other stakeholders on Tuesday as

NSEC calls off protest following Rs 5,000 monthly salary hike

KATHMANDU: The Nepal School Employees Council (NSEC) has suspended its planned protest after the government announced a monthly salary increase

Minister Pokharel calls for joint efforts to reform education sector

KAILALI: Minister for Education and Sports Sasmit Pokharel has called for coordinated efforts among the federal, provincial and local governments

WHO to send medicines and health equipment for Bhotekoshi flood victims

KATHMANDU: The World Health Organization (WHO) is preparing to provide essential medicines and medical equipment…

More than 338,000 people receive eye care services

TULSIPUR: More than 338,000 people received eye care services through eye health programmes operated by…

Low-fat vegan diet may help people lose weight without eating less: Research

WASHINGTON DC: A low-fat vegan diet may support weight loss without the need to count…

Govt urges public to take precautions against Japanese Encephalitis

KATHMANDU: The government has urged the public to take precautions against Japanese encephalitis (JE), a…

Free eye camp conducted at Nakhu Prison

KATHMANDU: Nepal Eye Hospital recently organized a free eye screening camp at Nakhu Prison, providing…

Five arrested for jewelry theft in Myagdi

MYAGDI: Police have arrested five people from Bara and Parsa for allegedly stealing jewelry in…

16 arrested with drugs in separate incidents across Nepal

KATHMANDU: Police have arrested 16 people with various types of drugs in separate incidents across…