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Nepal calls for mountain-focused climate action at COP31 The delegation urges a dedicated programme on mountains and climate change, fairer access to climate finance and stronger support for countries facing climate-related losses. kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/14/nep…

Sundarpur bids farewell to crash victims in mass funeral Thirteen residents of the Sarlahi village were among 14 people killed in Thursday’s Makawanpur crash. Twelve bodies were cremated together on the banks of the Lakhandeha river late Friday. kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/14/sun…

For Mamta Kafle’s family, a guilty verdict is not enough A US jury convicted Naresh Bhatt of murdering his wife, whose body remains missing. Her family and advocates say the case highlights the difficulties Nepali women face in leaving abusive relationships abroad. kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/14/for…

PM asks lawmakers to advance Nepal’s interest in China ties As Balendra Shah prepares to visit India, 20 RSP lawmakers head to Beijing, signalling Nepal’s effort to balance ties with its two powerful neighbours. kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/11/14/pm-…

More than 21,000 killed in road accidents in nine years, the state is least bothered Successive investigations have identified overloading, driver fatigue, poor roads and weak enforcement as major causes of crashes, but their recommendations remain largely unimplemented. kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/14/mor…

Five Nepali ministers attend COP31 in Turkey, raising questions over size of delegation Kathmandu, November 13 Five Nepali ministers have travelled to Antalya, Turkey, to attend the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), prompting questions over whether all of them needed to be present at the international gathering. The conference, which has been underway for five days, has brought together government representatives and experts from around the […] The post Five… english.onlinekhabar.com/nepali-ministers…

Arjun Kumar Karki urges developed countries to provide climate finance as grants, not loans Kathmandu, November 12 Dr Arjun Kumar Karki has called on developed countries to fulfil their climate finance obligations by providing adequate, predictable and accessible public funding in the form of grants rather than loans. Speaking at a side event titled ‘Turning Climate Declarations into Action’ at the Nepal Pavilion during the 31st UN Climate Change […] The post Arjun Kumar Karki urges… english.onlinekhabar.com/arjun-kumar-kark…

Home Minister Sudan Gurung leaves for UAE to attend World Police Summit Kathmandu, November 13 Home Minister Sudan Gurung left for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Friday evening to attend the World Police Summit in Dubai, following an official invitation from the UAE government. Gurung departed at 7 pm to participate in the summit, which will focus on international police cooperation, advances in security technology and […] The post Home Minister Sudan Gurung… english.onlinekhabar.com/sudan-gurung-uae…

Community forests turn to tourism, but potential remains untapped Jeep, elephant and boat safaris bring in millions for some forests but most of Chitwan’s 93 forests outside the park buffer zone have yet to follow suit. kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/13/com…

RSP delegation to study technology, disaster management and governance in China Kathmandu, November 13 The itinerary has been finalised for a delegation of Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) leaders set to visit China for 11 days at the invitation of the Chinese Communist Party (CPC). The delegation will leave for China on Sunday, November 15, and arrive in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province. The visit will […] The post RSP delegation to study technology, disaster… english.onlinekhabar.com/rsp-technology-d…

Government declares public holiday on Monday for Chhath The government has extended the holiday to November 16, a day after the festival, to allow devotees to complete their religious observances. kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/13/gov…

4 newly appointed Supreme Court Justices take oath of office Kathmandu, November 13 Four newly appointed justices of the Supreme Court have taken the oath of office. President Ramchandra Paudel appointed the four justices on Friday on the recommendation of the Judicial Council. In the presence of President Paudel, Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma administered the oath of office to the newly appointed justices Dr […] The post 4 newly appointed Supreme Court… english.onlinekhabar.com/4-newly-appointe…

India, China and Israel approve Nepal’s proposed ambassadors Kathmandu, November 13 India, China and Israel have granted agreement to Nepal’s proposed ambassadors, clearing the way for their formal appointments. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that it had received agreement from the three countries by Friday, out of the 10 ambassadorial nominees whose names had been forwarded after parliamentary hearings. Dr Nischal Nath […] The post India, China… english.onlinekhabar.com/india-china-isra…

Nepal seeks investment for green hydrogen-based fertiliser plant at COP31 Kathmandu, November 13 Nepal has invited investment at COP31 to establish a green hydrogen-based chemical fertiliser factory in the country. The country has put forward an ambitious plan to establish a chemical fertiliser industry based on green hydrogen by using its own hydropower and clean energy resources. Dr Ram Lama, a lawmaker from the ruling […] The post Nepal seeks investment for green… english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-seeks-inve…

Sarlahi village mourns 13 residents killed in Makawanpur crash Chakraghatta Rural Municipality has declared Friday a day of mourning and will provide Rs50,000 to each bereaved family to help cover funeral expenses. kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/13/sar…

President appoints four new Supreme Court justices The appointments follow parliamentary hearings and approval of nominees recommended by the Judicial Council. The new justices are due to begin work on Monday. kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/13/pre…