Travel
US tourists top Nepal's visitor list in October
American tourists became the top source of visitors to Nepal in October 2026, even as industry leaders warn that overall capacity remains underutilized.
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Sports
Abhishek Sharma leads India to T20 series victory over New Zealand
India wrapped up their five-match T20 series against New Zealand with a commanding six-wicket win in Wellington, led by Abhishek Sharma's explosive century.
Politics
Indian foreign secretary to visit Kathmandu ahead of PM Shah’s India trip
Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is expected in Kathmandu on November 4 to prepare for Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s planned visit to India. Nepal’s foreign ministry says the date of that visit has not been fixed.
Travel
Nepal and India prepare for Janakpur-Ayodhya rail link
Nepal and India are finalizing plans for a special train service linking Janakpurdham and Ayodhya, expected to launch during Prime Minister Balen Shah's visit.
Environment
Glacial lake outburst in Bhutan triggers regional flood alerts
A flood from Bhutan's Shintaphu glacial lake has cut off the Laya region by road and washed away the Gasa Tshachu hot springs, with no casualties reported. Downstream in India, more than 10,000 people in Alipurduar have been moved to relief camps, Nagarik News reported.
Environment
Nepal pushes for regional climate cooperation following recent disasters
After the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods and landslides, Nepal used talks in New Delhi and Bangkok to press for regional cooperation on climate and disaster risk, including shared data and satellite-based early warning.
Business
Nepal expects 5.18 million flower garlands to be sold this Tihar
The Floriculture Association Nepal projects Rs 645 million in Tihar flower sales and says about 11% of marigold garlands must be imported after September's floods, while Jhapa farmers ask for curbs on Indian imports.
Politics
Finance Minister Wagle criticised for saying anti-India nationalism era is over
Political leaders, former foreign ministers and actor Rajesh Hamal have criticised Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle for saying in New Delhi that the era of anti-India nationalism in Nepal is over. UML leader Surya Thapa has asked the prime minister to sack him.
Arts & Lifestyle
Shabana Azmi to attend Kathmandu Film Festival, October 30 to November 1
Kathmandu Metropolitan City will hold a three-day film festival from October 30 to November 1, with Indian actress Shabana Azmi among the international guests and free screenings.
Society
Four Indian nationals arrested over Kathmandu break-ins, including a lawmaker's flat
Police have arrested four Indian nationals accused of breaking into empty homes in Kalanki during the Dashain holiday, among them the rented flat of Nepali Congress lawmaker Urmila Thapaliya.
Sports
Police Club, Khaira, and Sabhapokhari Reach Madan Bhandari Cup Semis
Nepal Police Club, Khaira Punjab, and Sabhapokhari have qualified for the semi-finals of the Madan Bhandari Cup in Butwal, while darkness halted the final group fixture.
World
Indian Election Chief Faces Revolt Over 130 Million Purged Voters
Two Indian election commissioners objected 14 times to unilateral decisions by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar as a contentious drive purged over 130 million voter names.
Business
NEA Manages Disaster Outages with Imports as Long-Term Deals Advance
The Nepal Electricity Authority is arranging emergency power imports from India following disaster-related outages, while moving forward with Indian export agreements and a $200 million ADB-backed storage initiative.
Business
Floods, Road Blockages Trigger Vegetable Price Spikes Across Nepal
Severe monsoon downpours and highway closures have choked produce shipments into Kathmandu and regional hubs, driving sharp price spikes for vegetables and onions ahead of the festive season.
Business
Lawmaker Urges Diplomatic Action as Indian Tariffs Batter Nepali Jute
RSP lawmaker Nisha Dangi has called for urgent diplomatic engagement with New Delhi, warning that Indian tariff measures threaten to shutter Nepal's operating jute mills and displace thousands of workers.
Politics
Indian Envoy Naveen Srivastava Pays Farewell Call on PM Balen Shah
Indian Ambassador Naveen Srivastava paid a farewell visit to Prime Minister Balen Shah on Tuesday morning at Singha Durbar ahead of completing his diplomatic tenure in Nepal.