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Kathmandu, October 5 The Beni-Jomsom road connecting to the Korala border point between Nepal and China will remain closed for about another week, despite partial progress in reopening the route. According to the Department of Roads, two-way traffic has resumed along the Ghansa-Korala section of the Maldhunga-Beni-Jomsom-Korala road. In the Tatopani area, traffic has been […] The post… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/beni-jomsom-korala-road-closed.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 5 Oct, 13:10

Eight more companies from countries involved in Beijing’s Belt and Road Initiative have applied to list in Hong Kong, the city’s trade promotion chief has said. Fedrick Ma Si-hang, chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, also said on Monday that the city’s economy would benefit from improving China–US ties. The council has also raised its export forecast. Speaking on the sidelines of… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3369784/8-more-firms-belt-and-road-initiative-countries-apply-ipos-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 13:09

Kathmandu, October 5 Dr Dilli Harijan has begun his second hunger strike, saying that an agreement reached with the government to address the demands of interns and resident doctors has not been implemented. Dr Harijan began the hunger strike on Monday at the office of the Medical Education Commission in Sanothimi, Bhaktapur. He had previously […] The post Dr Dilli Harijan begins hunger strike… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/dr-dilli-harijan-begins-hunger-strike-again-after-agreement-remains-unimplemented.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 5 Oct, 13:08

Kathmandu, October 5 The Nepali Congress will increase the number of joint general secretaries to 15. Of the 15 joint general secretaries, nine will be elected under the inclusive representation system, two through the open category and four will be nominated by the party president. One joint general secretary will be elected from each of […] The post Nepali Congress to have 15 joint general… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/nepali-congress-to-have-15-joint-general-secretary.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 5 Oct, 13:07

Kathmandu, October 5 Prime Minister Balen Shah has said disaster management efforts have been continuing through coordination among the federal, provincial and local governments since August 26. Addressing the 21st meeting of the National Council for Disaster Risk Reduction and Management held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha […] The post PM Balen Shah says… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/balen-shah-disaster-response.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 5 Oct, 13:06

Three workers were buried while building a road in Nisikhola, days after a landslide killed five people in the same area. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/10/05/two-workers-killed-as-earth-collapses-during-road-work-in-baglung

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 5 Oct, 12:52

Saudi-backed government forces vow to fight until Yemen is “liberated” as the Houthis hold Sanaa and much of the northwest and expand their control along the Red Sea coastline. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/10/05/yemeni-government-launches-offensive-to-seize-all-areas-from-iran-backed-houthis

Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal @digiforeignnepal · 5 Oct, 12:51

The mother of slain Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung has accused her former in-laws of living off her family’s wealth without contributing anything to her grandchildren. Cheung Yin-fa testified in the High Court on Monday about the relationship between her daughter, ex-son-in-law Alex Kwong Kong-chi, and his family in the years leading up to the influencer’s slaying in February 2023. Kwong,… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3369772/abby-chois-mother-tells-court-former-laws-lived-socialites-family-wealth?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 12:12

Chitwan, October 5 The Nepal Layers’ Poultry Farmers Association is observing World Egg Day this year through a week-long series of events aimed at raising public awareness about the nutritional and health benefits of eggs. The theme for this year’s World Egg Day that falls on October 9, is “Protein that Powers and Protects.” According […] The post World Egg Day being observed for a week appeared… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/world-egg-day-being-observed-for-a-week.html

Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal @digiforeignnepal · 5 Oct, 12:11

Pokhara, October 5 The number of tourists heading to the world-famous Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trekking route has increased significantly in recent days after roads disrupted by floods and landslides were reopened. Tourism entrepreneurs say the improvement in weather and disruptions on trekking routes in the Manang and Manaslu regions have also diverted tourists towards […] The post Tourist… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/tourist-rise-annapurna-base-camp.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 5 Oct, 12:10

Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Hospital launched its first phase of operations, treating nearly 300 patients at its family medicine centre on Monday morning, with the daily number projected to reach 1,800 by the end of the year. While some patients expressed satisfaction about the service, lawmakers called for more frequent connecting transport services and better publicity on transit options. Positioned to… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/health-environment/article/3369769/kai-tak-hospital-starts-first-phase-operations-treats-300-patients-day-1?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 12:09

Gulmi, October 5 The final testing phase for the zipline and sky cycling facilities aimed at boosting adventure tourism has wrapped up successfully at Garjura, a well-known tourist hotspot in the district. With the trials yielding positive results, Resunga Municipality has announced that all preparations for the adventure tourism infrastructure are now complete. This ambitious […] The post… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/successful-completion-of-zipline-and-sky-cycling-trials-at-resunga.html

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 5 Oct, 12:08

Kathmandu, October 5 Nepali Congress President Gagan Kumar Thapa has presented his political report for the party’s 15th General Convention at the Central Working Committee meeting. The report outlines the party’s political, ideological, organisational and economic direction for the next four years. It includes a review of the party’s past performance, a stronger opposition role, […] The post… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/gagan-thapas-proposals-reshape-congress.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 5 Oct, 12:07

Baglung, October 5 Two workers were killed, and another was injured after a mound of soil suddenly collapsed on them during road construction in Nisikhola Rural Municipality-3, Bohoragaun, Baglung, on Sunday morning. According to District Police Office Chief SP Phanindra Prasai, the deceased have been identified as 28-year-old Lal Bahadur Budhathoki of Salyan and 32-year-old […] The post 2… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/2-killed-one-rescued-after-being-buried-under-landslide-in-baglung.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 5 Oct, 12:06

Two residents in Mekelle tell the BBC pro-government forces have taken control of the city. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqm249v07j4xo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 12:02

Kathmandu, October 5 The Nepali Congress is preparing to amend its statute to ensure that at least one woman is elected as vice-president and one as general secretary of the party. Under the proposed amendment, the number of vice-presidents will be increased to four. One of the four posts will be designated as senior vice-president. […] The post Which posts is Nepali Congress adding? appeared… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/which-posts-is-nepali-congress-adding.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 5 Oct, 12:01

Governance reform is about changing and improving the systems of government so that they better serve citizens. It requires institutional accountability, transparency, professionalism and a willingness to challenge practices that no longer work. The governance reform agenda was a major component of the Rastriya Swatantra Party’s manifesto for the House of Representatives election of 2082. […] The… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/misbehave-in-governance-reform.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 5 Oct, 12:00

Sunsari, October 5 The police have arrested two people with 2,566 kilos of marijuana in Inaruwa. According to Police Chief Pushparaj Malla, the marijuana, packed in 83 bags, was recovered when they stopped and checked a truck with the number plate Na 7 Kha 1825, which was going from east to west at Sakhuwagachhi Chowk, […] The post Two arrested with more than 25 quintals of marijuana appeared… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/two-arrested-with-more-than-25-quintals-of-marijuana.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 5 Oct, 11:55

A former South Korean lawmaker has called for the abolition of the military exemption system granted to outstanding national athletes, arguing that military service should not be used as an incentive for achievements in sports or the arts. Yoo Seong-min’s remarks came amid controversy over comments made by members of South Korea’s men’s football team, who recently won its fourth consecutive Asian… https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3369761/if-bts-has-serve-why-are-south-korean-sportsmen-artists-exempt-ex-lawmaker?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 11:12

Thousands have taken to the streets after talks between authorities and Khan's party ended in deadlock. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmkg79z04w4zo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 11:11

IRGC commander says oil flows through US-supervised route in Hormuz are ‘negligible’. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/5/middle-east-oil-exports-surpass-pre-war-levels-despite-tensions-data-shows?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 11:05

Imports of induction and infrared cookers have surged as unreliable LPG supplies and rising prices drive consumers to alternative cooking options. https://kathmandupost.com/money/2026/10/05/gas-shortages-push-nepali-households-towards-electric-stoves

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 5 Oct, 10:52

NASA has selected the GIMLI project to investigate whether the Marius Hill Pit opens into a vast underground cave or lava tube. Using radar, seismic sensors, gravity measurements, and cameras, researchers will search beneath the lunar surface and estimate the size of any hidden void. Such caves could preserve clues to the Moon’s volcanic history and potentially provide protected shelters for… https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/10/261003234013.htm

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 5 Oct, 10:32

We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. ‘No brainer’: growing trend of Chinese tourists booking business-class flights 2. US to deploy NMESIS anti-ship system on Japanese island closest to Taiwan 3. Chinese art takes long march home from… https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3369745/chinese-travellers-go-premium-malaysia-appeals-investors-5-weekend-reads-you-missed?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 10:12

Kathmandu, October 5 The stage at the Nepali Congress’s 15th General Convention was filled with leaders from across Nepal’s political spectrum. Almost all of the office-bearers elected at the party’s 14th General Convention were present, with only four exceptions. Photographs of the party’s late presidents and prominent leaders were placed at the front of the […] The post Sher Bahadur Deuba’s… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/sher-bahadur-deuba-nepali-congress-2.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 5 Oct, 10:11

A statement says all bombers deployed to RAF Fairford have been "re-deployed to their home stations" in the US. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmwyve191dlko?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 10:10

Millions of Brazilians took to the polls on Sunday for the first round of the country's presidential elections. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cwp9g54v9xjlo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 5 Oct, 10:09

Kathmandu, October 5 Had Sher Bahadur Deuba arrived to occupy the chief guest’s chair at the Nepali Congress general convention, Gagan Thapa might have had one less thing to worry about. As he began addressing the gathering, the newly elected Nepali Congress president briefly appeared unsure about whom to acknowledge first. Then he seemed to […] The post Nepal’s politics has changed. Its… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-politics-has-changed.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 5 Oct, 10:07

Pokhara, October 5 Gandaki Province Chief Minister and Nepali Congress central member Surendra Raj Pandey has announced his candidacy for vice-president at the party’s 15th General Convention. Pandey was previously close to outgoing president Sher Bahadur Deuba and vice-president Purna Bahadur Khadka. After the special convention, however, he renewed his active party membership under the […] The… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/pandey-nepali-congress-vice-president.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 5 Oct, 10:05