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Kathmandu, September 27 A team from the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has returned after police refused to allow it to meet former Chief Justice Cholendra Rana, who was taken into custody overnight. The NHRC team waited for around 45 minutes at the gate of the Criminal Investigation Office in Teku but was not allowed […] The post NHRC team turned away from meeting former CJ Cholendra… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/nhrc-team-turned-away-from-meeting-former-cj-cholendra-rana.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 14:01

Nepal has witnessed several deeply disturbing incidents involving suicide and self-immolation in recent months. In July, the deaths of Ganesh Nepali and Ashwin Raut generated significant public attention, followed by the case of Suresh Chandra Shrestha. On September 21, another incident occurred in Tripureshwar involving 25-year-old bus driver Dawa Lama, who set fire to the […] The post Nepal… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-needs-prevention-systems.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 14:00

Helicopters are on standby in Kathmandu and Pokhara, but poor weather has so far prevented rescuers from reaching the mountain. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/27/14-nepalis-missing-on-himlung-after-avalanche-as-bad-weather-hampers-rescue

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 27 Sept, 13:52

Siraha, September 27 Security personnel have been using loudspeakers in vulnerable areas to urge residents to remain alert after the water level in the Kamala River, which separates Siraha and Dhanusha districts, rose due to continuous rainfall. Following a weather warning of heavy rainfall and strong winds from September 24 to 27, Nepal Police, Armed […] The post Authorities urge caution as… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/authorities-urge-caution-as-water-level-rises-in-kamala-river.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 13:12

Hong Kong authorities will delay a proposed legal amendment to protect copyrighted works from being used to train artificial intelligence (AI) models and will issue operational guidelines first, the South China Morning Post has learned. The Copyright (Amendment) Bill 2025, which aimed to introduce an “opt-out” mechanism for text and data mining to support AI technology development, was originally… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3368913/hong-kong-delays-ai-copyright-law-focus-guidelines-first?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 27 Sept, 13:11

Kathmandu, September 27 The Shram Sanskriti Party has proposed tightening Nepal’s open borders and introducing a visa system as part of amendments to a bill aimed at controlling human trafficking and smuggling. Party chair Harka Raj Rai, popularly known as Harka Sampang, and party lawmaker Aren Rai have proposed the amendment to the Human Trafficking […] The post Shram Sanskriti Party proposes… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/shram-sanskriti-party-visa-open-borders.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 27 Sept, 13:10

Continuous downpours have hammered several areas of Thailand’s capital. https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2026/9/27/heavy-rain-and-flooding-in-bangkok-force-thousands-into-shelters?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 27 Sept, 13:09

Kathmandu, September 27 Presented by Kym Rapier Foundation in collaboration with Shanta Nepali Productions and Shanta Foundation, a free, immersive filmmaking workshop was organised on Saturday, September 26, giving participants the chance to learn directly from industry practitioners. The workshop featured Emmy-nominated directors, an experienced cinematographer, and other professional… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/filmmaking-workshop-in-ktm.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 13:07

Bangkok residents stranded by neck-deep floodwaters on Sunday appealed for clean water and food, as Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul cut short a diplomatic trip to the United Kingdom to monitor the response amid growing criticism online. In the worst floods to hit the Thai capital in 15 years, life has ground to a standstill in parts of the city since Friday evening, prompting the town… https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/health-environment/article/3368937/bangkok-floods-trap-residents-pm-anutin-cuts-uk-trip-short-tackle-crisis?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 27 Sept, 13:06

Kathmandu, September 27 Gold and silver prices increased in the Nepali market on Sunday, the first trading day of the week. According to the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers’ Association, the price of hallmark gold increased by Rs 700 per tola to Rs 299,300. Gold was traded at Rs 298,600 per tola on […] The post Gold and silver prices rise appeared first on OnlineKhabar English News. https://english.onlinekhabar.com/gold-and-silver-prices-rise-4.html

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 27 Sept, 13:04

Kathmandu, September 27 Floods and landslides triggered by continuous rainfall have affected electricity transmission and distribution systems in various parts of the country. Power supply has been disrupted in several areas after floods caused faults in transmission lines and problems with equipment at power generation plants and substations. According to the Ministry of Energy, Water […] The… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/floods-and-landslides-damage-power-infrastructure-affecting-up-to-1303-mw-of-system.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 27 Sept, 13:02

One of the biggest cheating scandals in world sports history has erupted in England: Manchester City has reportedly been found guilty of 114 of the 115 alleged breaches of English Premier League financial rules brought against the club in 2023. The charges relate to the club’s incredibly successful spell between 2009 and 2018 when they […] The post Stripped titles? Compensating rivals? How the… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/manchester-city-cheating-scandal.html

Sports · DigiSportsNepal @digisportsnepal · 27 Sept, 13:00

Kathmandu, September 27 Former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana was taken from his Maharajgunj residence late Saturday night, in an unprecedented episode involving a former head of Nepal’s judiciary. But more than the detention itself, questions have been raised over why Rana was taken into custody, under what legal authority, and whether he was actually […] The post Why has the govt kept… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/govt-silent-cholendra-rana-arrest.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 12:52

Janakpurdham, September 27 A woman died after a landslide buried a house in Dhanusha district on Sunday morning. The landslide struck the single-storey house of Rajan Shrestha in Aampagachhi Tole of Mithila Municipality-11 amid rainfall, police said. According to police, 42-year-old Kamala Shrestha died after the house was buried by the landslide. Four other members […] The post Woman dies after… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/woman-dies-after-landslide-buries-house-in-dhanusha.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 27 Sept, 12:52

Torrential rain flooded roads and homes across Bangkok, forcing thousands into temporary shelters as authorities warned that some areas remained under water despite improving weather. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/09/27/bangkok-floodwaters-recede-after-torrential-rain-as-residents-count-losses

Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal @digiforeignnepal · 27 Sept, 12:52

The Kaligandaki river flooded the Farse settlement, while a landslide buried a house and a cattle shed in Palpa, leaving one dead and two missing. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/09/27/flood-washes-away-around-80-houses-in-parbat-as-landslide-kills-one-in-palpa

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 27 Sept, 12:51

Climate change is no longer just about emissions. It is the sum of blatant disrespect for the planet’s natural resources and their overuse. https://kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/09/27/can-nepal-walk-the-talk-on-green-investment

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 12:45

Cross-boundary talent flows within the Hetao innovation hub will be launched by June next year at the latest, Hong Kong’s technology minister has said, after the city leader pledged to enable the free movement of data by the end of this year. Speaking on a radio programme on Sunday, Innovation, Technology and Industry Secretary Sun Dong gave the first deadline for the scheme, also saying… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3368934/hong-kong-tech-chief-sets-june-deadline-hetao-cross-border-talent-flow?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 27 Sept, 12:12

Syangja, September 27 Flooding on the Kaligandaki River has submerged 50 houses in the Setibeni area, spanning both Syangja and Parbat districts. Following four straight days of continuous rain, rising water flow in the river submerged 30 houses in Bihadi Rural Municipality-6, Parbat, and 20 houses in Galyang Municipality-5, Syangja. The flood also swept away […] The post Kaligandaki floods… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/50-houses-in-setibeni.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 27 Sept, 12:11

New York, September 27 Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal has said Nepal could receive $20 million (Rs 3.65 billion) immediately from the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage. Khanal, who is in the United States to attend the United Nations General Assembly, made the statement in an interview with Onlinekhabar. “We have now requested $20 […] The post Nepal could receive $20 million from loss and… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-could-receive-20-million-from-loss-and-damage-fund-foreign-minister-khanal.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 27 Sept, 12:09

Kathmandu, September 27 Flooding on the Kaligandaki River has washed away 80 houses in Farse settlement, located in Jaljala Rural Municipality-8, Parbat district. Shailendra Thapa, co-spokesperson for the Armed Police Force, said 80 houses were swept away after floodwaters entered the settlement. Residents began moving to safer locations after floodwaters started entering the settlement on […]… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/kaligandaki-80-houses-washed-away.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 27 Sept, 12:08

Kathmandu, September 27 A theatrical production titled Aayo Gorkhali will be staged at Sarwanam Theatre, Kathmandu, on September 28 and 29, beginning at 5:15 pm both days. The play is directed by Mamunur Rashid, with the script written by playwright Mok Chiu Yu. Aayo Gorkhali traces the history of Gorkhali soldiers, exploring their wartime experiences, […] The post Aayo Gorkhali to stage in… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/aayo-gorkhali-september-28-29.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 12:07

We have put together stories from our coverage of the Xi-Trump summit. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. From wine to ping-pong, Trump and Xi’s state dinner leans on historic symbolism When US President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping in the East Room, every detail of the state dinner was steeped in symbolism, with sparkling wine… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3368933/body-language-ping-pong-decoding-symbolism-during-xi-and-trumps-meeting?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 27 Sept, 12:06

Kathmandu, September 27 Meteorologists say the low-pressure area near Uttar Pradesh, India, is gradually weakening, which will cause rainfall activity in Nepal to decrease progressively. Still, rain is forecast across various parts of the country this afternoon, with heavy rain expected in only one or two locations. According to meteorologist Sanjib Adhikari of the Department […] The post Weather… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/weather-set-to-improve-tonight.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 27 Sept, 12:05

Kathmandu, September 27 Landslides have struck 10 different locations along the Nagdhunga-Muglin road section. According to the Nagdhunga-Muglin Road Project, these landslides occurred by 10 am on Sunday. The road is blocked in both directions at Krishnabhir, Jyamireghat Chowkibhir, Ghoptebhir, and Simaldhara due to landslides. Landslides have also struck Shilatbazar, Gomati Khola, Hugdi Khola… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/nagdhunga-muglin-landslides.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 27 Sept, 12:03

“Have you figured out what it means to be a woman?” I look at Aama (mother), her slightly wrinkling eyes, the adornment on her nose, and the tika between her eyebrows. I have been asking these questions lately—to myself, to the women around me, to the women who seem to know the answer, to the […] The post What my mother taught me about womanhood appeared first on OnlineKhabar English News. https://english.onlinekhabar.com/mother-taught-womanhood.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 12:00

Emergency medical services declared all 17 victims dead ⁠at the ​scene in Wedela ​township southwest of ​Johannesburg. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/27/several-killed-in-south-africa-shooting?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 27 Sept, 11:33

At 12:30 am police arrived at former Chief Justice Cholendra Shumsher Rana’s residence in Maharajgunj. A team from the Kathmandu Valley Crime Investigation Office reached the house at midnight, causing a stir in the area; the local police circle (Maharajgunj) was also informed given the location. A team led by a DSP told Jabra to […] The post After an hour and a half of consultation, Cholendra… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/cholendra-rana-taken-police-office.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 27 Sept, 11:12

Sarlahi, September 27 Electricity supply has been disrupted in 10 local units after water entered the Nepal Electricity Authority’s substation in Malangawa, Sarlahi, following continuous rainfall. According to the NEA’s Malangawa Distribution Centre, electricity supply to areas served by the substation has been cut off since around 4 am on Sunday. Technical engineer Saurav Shah […] The post Power… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/power-supply-disrupted-in-10-local-units-after-malangawa-substation-flooded.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 27 Sept, 11:11