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- Hong Kong to cut capital charges on loans to Northern Metropolis university towns
Hong Kong’s de facto central bank plans to introduce legislative amendments in the first quarter of next year to lower the capital costs for banks lending to local tertiary institutions, in a bid to speed up development…
World · DigiNepal International · - China hands over remains of US airmen killed during World War II supply missions
China has handed over the remains of American airmen who were killed during World War II while carrying supplies over the Himalayas. The Chinese and US militaries held a handover ceremony in Chengdu, the capital of…
World · DigiNepal International · - Trump says Israel, Gulf allies must repay Iran war cost: What does it mean?
Analysts say Trump’s comments are more likely to be political posturing than a reflection of serious policy priorities.
World · DigiNepal International · - Indian anti-dumping duties put Nepal’s jute industry under pressure
Higher duties in its biggest export market, coupled with the withdrawal of government incentives at home, are squeezing eastern Nepal’s jute industry, threatening its competitiveness, exports and jobs.
Technology · DigiTechNepal · - China warns against fake spy claims after jealous public servant frames rival
A Chinese state employee who falsely accused a colleague of spying for Beijing after losing out on a coveted overseas posting has been penalised by the Ministry of State Security (MSS). The country’s top intelligence…
World · DigiNepal International · - Asian-Americans rejected Trump’s ICE raids, but will anything change?
US President Donald Trump has conceded that his mass deportation drive may have been “too tough” after his Republican Party’s heavy losses in the midterm elections, but analysts doubt the remark signals a change of…
World · DigiNepal International · - Police officer dies and another injured after backpack explosion in Oviedo
Officers attended the scene in connection with a separate incident at a residential building in the city.
World · DigiNepal International · - 110 arrested for gambling in 14 incidents across the country
Kathmandu, November 10 Police have arrested 110 people for allegedly engaging in gambling in various districts across the country. According to police, 10 people were arrested from Tanagaun in Budhanilkantha…
Nepal · DigiNepal · - Russia and Ukraine hold US-backed talks after Trump says broad deal is possible
Russian state news agency RIA reported the start of what is scheduled to be two days of talks, in which Trump’s envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are to mediate between the two warring sides.
Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal · - Arghakhanchi students’ marigold flowers find markets in major cities across Nepal
Arghakhanchi, November 10 Marigold flowers and garlands produced by students studying child science at Janata Krishna Secondary School in Sandhikharka Municipality, Arghakhanchi, have found a promising market. The…
Education · DigiEduNepal · - Could US Marines sustain a war with China? Officers warn of Pacific weaknesses
US Marines deployed across the western Pacific could struggle to sustain their forces, move missile batteries and secure permission to launch operations from allied territory in a conflict with China, according to…
World · DigiNepal International · - Why inhabitants of China’s 5,000-year-old cultural capital buried a stunning ancient palace
The ancient palace would have been considered a crown jewel of its people. Foreigners would have admired it with awe, and locals would have held it in great esteem. Then, 5,000 years ago, the villagers deliberately…
World · DigiNepal International · - What is Hasina’s game plan as she seeks a passport to return to Bangladesh?
The ousted leader faces the prospect of being hanged upon return for her violent suppression of the 2024 uprising.
World · DigiNepal International · - Nepal pays tribute to fallen Gurkhas at Remembrance Sunday in London
The British government held a special ceremony to pay tribute to soldiers who lost their lives in war. The Remembrance Sunday event took place on Sunday at the Cenotaph war memorial on Whitehall in London. Remembrance…
Nepal · DigiNepal · - Artists bring Tihar festivities to elderly residents at Dhankuta old age home
Dhankuta, November 10 A group of 20 artists brought the joy of Tihar to 36 elderly residents of Bishranti Old Age Home in Mulgath, Dhankuta, with Deusi-Bhailo performances, songs and dances. Led by senior folk singer…
Faith · DigiFaithNepal · - Nepali youth in Australia build Thopla app
Kathmandu, November 10 A social media app called Thopla, developed by a young Nepali in Australia to connect Nepalis abroad through homegrown technology, has grown in popularity recently. Ujjwal Khanal, originally from…
Technology · DigiTechNepal · - Firecrackers frighten street dogs, many go missing during Tihar
The sound of firecrackers during Tihar has frightened street dogs, with many reportedly disappearing from their usual locations as they seek safer places to hide. Aniket Kapali, who feeds street dogs from his own…
Faith · DigiFaithNepal · - Gagan Thapa to visit Sarlahi to celebrate Chhath
Kathmandu, November 10 Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa is set to visit Sarlahi to celebrate the Chhath festival. He will visit Sarlahi-4, the constituency he contested in the last election, during the…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - Comets may have destroyed life's ingredients instead of delivering them to Earth
A century-old theory about the origins of life on Earth may be wrong. New research from the University of Cambridge suggests that comets traveled too fast and struck at unfavorable angles for the fragile molecules…
Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal · - Chinese delivery rider’s death in Melbourne ignites safety debate ahead of poll
The killing of a Chinese food delivery rider in Melbourne has renewed safety concerns across the city just weeks ahead of the Victorian state election, where law and order is expected to be a key campaign battleground.…
World · DigiNepal International · - Prithvi Highway reopens after Ghoptebhir landslide clearance; traffic congestion persists
Kathmandu, November 10 Traffic has resumed on the blocked Prithvi Highway after a dry landslide at Ghoptebhir was cleared. The highway has been reopened to two-way traffic since 2 pm after the landslide that occurred…
Places · DigiGeoNepal · - Nepali youths open Artisan Cookies and Sweets in Abu Dhabi
Kathmandu, November 10 Young Nepali entrepreneurs have opened a new bakery and café, Artisan Cookies and Sweets, in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is a joint investment. The café was…
Nepal · DigiNepal · - Richard Li’s FWD sets world record with sale of US$318m life insurance policy
FWD Private (Bermuda), a unit of Hong Kong-listed FWD Group founded by billionaire Richard Li Tzar-kai, has set a new Guinness World Record by selling a US$318 million life insurance policy, the companies said in…
World · DigiNepal International · - Nvidia’s Jensen Huang scandal casts shadow over South Korea’s chip ‘bromance’
South Korea is facing growing concerns over the fallout from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s alleged affair with a woman suspected of being a Chinese spy, amid fears that the scandal could disrupt global AI supply chains and…
World · DigiNepal International · - 7 arrested for gambling in Dhankuta
Dhankuta, November 10 Seven people have been arrested while gambling with kauda (cowrie shells) in Lisimbu, Ward No. 9 of Pakhribas Municipality, Dhankuta. According to the District Police Office, Dhankuta, police…
Nepal · DigiNepal · - Swarnim Wagle named among TIME’s 100 most influential people in climate action for 2026
Kathmandu, November 10 Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle has been named among TIME magazine’s 100 most influential people in climate action for 2026. TIME recognised Wagle for his advocacy for climate justice at…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - 12 killed, more than four injured in massive explosion at steel plant in Turkey
Kathmandu, November 10 Twelve people have been killed in an explosion at a steel plant near the city of Izmir in western Turkey. More than four others were injured in the explosion at the Habaş Demir Çelik steel plant…
Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal · - Explained: Why is Sheikh Hasina’s plan to return to Bangladesh contentious?
The former prime minister says she plans to return in December, despite a death sentence, the revocation of her travel documents and the risk of arrest.
Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal · - Who is Alice Huang, the Chinese businesswoman tied to Nvidia’s CEO?
Former Chinese finance executive Alice Huang became Megaspeed International’s controlling shareholder in 2023 and is under scrutiny over alleged espionage links to Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang.
Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal · - Seven held for setting off firecrackers in Rupandehi, one injured
Police say two of those detained were involved in an incident in which a person was injured during a Bhailo programme.
Nepal · DigiNepal · - Madhesh prepares for Chhath as families return home
As preparations gather pace across the Tarai, the festival is bringing families together and boosting seasonal trade.
Nepal · DigiNepal · - China’s EV exports surge 145% as Iran war drives up overseas demand
China’s electric vehicle (EV) exports hit an all-time high for a second straight month in October, as the country’s carmakers rode a surge in overseas demand driven by the Middle East energy shock. Chinese brands sold a…
World · DigiNepal International · - Gold delivers 17.72 per cent return in Nepal over a year, but remains below record high
Kathmandu, November 10 Gold has delivered a 17.72 per cent price return in Nepal over the past year, rising from Rs 241,500 per tola on November 10 last year to Rs 284,300 per tola currently. However, the precious metal…
Technology · DigiTechNepal · - Ukraine peace talks resume with 'some flexibility' by warring sides, US officials say
Kyiv, Washington and Moscow are all sending delegation to the United Arab Emirates for the first trilateral talks since February.
World · DigiNepal International · - Singapore firm in Nvidia scandal; India on US ‘double standards’: 7 Asia highlights
We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider…
World · DigiNepal International · - Speaker Aryal calls for wider use of Nepal Sambat in govt operations and public records
Kathmandu, November 10 Speaker Dol Prasad Aryal has called for expanding the use of Nepal Sambat in government operations, public records, the education sector and digital systems. Speaking at a programme organised by…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - PM Shah extends Nepal Sambat and Mha Puja greetings, highlights their cultural significance
Kathmandu, November 10 Prime Minister Balen Shah has extended greetings on the occasion of Nepal Sambat 1147 (Nhu Daya Bhintuna) and Mha Puja. In a greeting message shared on social media, he said Nepal Sambat,…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - 107 elected representatives’ positions vacant across Nepal, by-elections yet to be announced
Kathmandu, November 10 A total of 107 positions held by elected representatives across the country are currently vacant, including 85 at the local level, 20 in provincial assemblies and two in the National Assembly.…
Public affairs · DigiGovNepal · - FedEx adds new US-China cargo flights ahead of Xi-Trump meeting
American delivery giant FedEx is expanding its trans-Pacific services between China and the United States, adding four weekly flights by cargo aircraft just days ahead of an expected meeting between President Xi Jinping…
World · DigiNepal International · - Otter AI can now follow conversations across 30+ languages
Otter AI just added support for 27 languages and revealed an upcoming feature that can follow along if speakers switch between languages.
Technology · DigiTechNepal ·