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Hong Kong’s economy continued to expand in the third quarter of this year, driven by strong exports and tourism, the city’s finance chief has said, while warning of risks including the war in the Middle East and inflation. Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po also reiterated his confidence that the economy would grow by between 3.5 per cent and 4.5 per cent this year. He was speaking during a… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3370061/hong-kong-finance-chief-says-economy-grew-third-quarter-warns-external-risks?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 7 Oct, 15:12

Despite the recent surge in French borrowing costs that pushed the country’s 10-year bond yield spread with Germany to a level unseen since the euro zone crisis, analysts are urging calm, saying France is not facing a debt crisis but cautioning that future uncertainties remain. “The short answer is no, this is not a debt crisis,” said Stephane Colliac, senior economist at BNP Paribas. France’s… https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3370020/despite-rising-yields-and-political-gridlock-france-not-facing-debt-crisis-analysts?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 7 Oct, 15:11

The 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry has been awarded to Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai for their discovery of non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis. “So this year’s ‌prize is about foundational chemistry. Many molecules occur in two different versions. Like my hands. They are one another’s mirror image, they look alike, but they are not identical. I cannot put my hands… https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/3370059/nobel-chemistry-prize-awarded-henri-b-kagan-and-kenso-soai?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 7 Oct, 15:10

Kathmandu, October 7 The Department of Money Laundering Investigation has raided the homes of former chief justice Cholendra Shamsher Rana, several people close to him and relatives. According to sources in the department and close to the Prime Minister, raids are underway at the homes of former chief justice Rana, Nabaraj Thapaliya, Dipak Timalsina and […] The post Money laundering department… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/money-laundering-raids-ranas-house.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 7 Oct, 15:07

Kathmandu, October 7 Kishor Singh Rathore has withdrawn his candidacy for president of the Nepali Congress. Having filed for the post on Tuesday, he announced the withdrawal today at a press conference at the National Assembly building. Gagan Kumar Thapa and Shyam Krishna Khadka had also filed candidacies for president at the ongoing 15th General […] The post Rathore withdraws candidacy for… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/rathore-withdraws-candidacy.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 7 Oct, 15:05

Kathmandu, October 7 The Ministry of Agriculture, Forests and Environment has made public a draft of the “Animal Slaughterhouse and Meat Inspection (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2057 BS.” In a notice, the ministry has sought opinions, suggestions and feedback on the draft from the general public and stakeholders under Section 6(2) of the Legislation Act, 2081. […] The post New draft of meat… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/new-draft-of-meat-inspection.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 7 Oct, 15:04

Conflicting information about the death of a lab worker at a Russian plague research institute has fuelled fears about the possibility of pneumonic plague spreading. Nearly 200 people are in quarantine in Siberia after 28-year-old Darya Shipilova fell ill at work and later died on October 2. The exact circumstances of her death are unknown. […] The post Why a Russian lab worker’s death has raised… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/russian-lab-death-plague-concern.html

Health · DigiHealthNepal @digihealthnepal · 7 Oct, 14:59

Kathmandu, October 7 Nepali Congress leader and former Tarun Dal president Udaya Shamsher Rana has said his leadership is needed to make the party more dynamic. Rana has filed his candidacy for general secretary at the ongoing 15th General Convention. Speaking at a programme in Kathmandu on Wednesday, Rana said he is in the race […] The post Rana says he can bring all sides into the mainstream as… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/rana-says-he-can-bring-all-sides.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 7 Oct, 14:58

महिला, बालबालिका, लैङ्गिक तथा यौनिक अल्पसङ्ख्यक र सामाजिक सुरक्षा मन्त्रालयले स्थानीय तहमा ज्येष्ठ नागरिकको हेरचाह, स्वास्थ्य, सामाजिक सहभागिता र सम्मानजनक जीवनलाई प्रवर्द्धन गर्ने उद्देश्यसहित ‘स्थानीय तहमा ज्येष्ठ नागरिक दिवा सेवा केन्द्र सञ्चालन/स्थापना सम्बन्धी कार्यविधि,… — Ministry of Women, Children, Gender and Sexual Minorities and Social Security Source: National Portal of Nepal (nepal.gov.np) https://diginpl.com/updates/sthaniy-tahama-jyeshtha-nagarik-diwa-sewa-kendra-sanychalan-f3441360

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 7 Oct, 14:54

Kathmandu, October 7 The Top End T20 series in Australia has raised US$4,269 for flood-affected children in Nepal. The organisers said the money raised during the series will be handed over to UNICEF Australia. It will be spent to support children affected by the flash floods in Nepal. Through UNICEF Australia, the funds will be […] The post Top End cricket series raises $4,269 for flood-affected… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/top-end-cricket-affected-children.html

Sports · DigiSportsNepal @digisportsnepal · 7 Oct, 14:12

Kathmandu, October 7 The Parliamentary Hearing Committee is considering forming a separate team to investigate some of the complaints filed against Nepal’s 13 proposed ambassadors, after committee members concluded that certain allegations may require a deeper fact-checking process. Committee Chair Bodh Narayan Shrestha said some of the complaints could not be addressed through a routine […] The… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/separate-team-investigate-ambassador-complaints.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 7 Oct, 14:11

Kathmandu, October 7 Finnish authorities have ordered Google to halt construction work on two proposed data centres over environmental concerns, alleging that more than 300 hectares of forest were cleared during pre-construction activities. According to Finland’s Supervisory Agency (LVV), environmental impact assessments were mandatory for the proposed data centres in Kajaani and Muhos, but… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/finland-orders-google-to-halt-data-centre-construction-over-environmental-concerns.html

Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal @digiforeignnepal · 7 Oct, 14:10

Higher interest rates have weighed on property markets in both Hong Kong and New York, but Morgan Stanley sees greater upside potential in the Asian financial hub – particularly the office segment – in the months ahead, according to its latest report. The US investment bank highlighted the similarities between two of the world’s leading financial centres, pointing out that Hong Kong’s monetary… https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3370022/why-morgan-stanley-sees-more-upside-hong-kong-offices-new-york-towers?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 7 Oct, 14:09

China and the US – Iran’s key partner and its chief adversary – found firmer common ground on Tehran at the Washington summit last month, and further head-of-state diplomacy could work in Iran’s favour, according to analysts. Iran was on the agenda when the presidents of the United States and China met in Beijing in May and again in Washington in September. There was no direct reference to Tehran… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3370009/how-closer-china-us-ties-and-more-xi-trump-summits-could-work-irans-favour?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 7 Oct, 14:08

Kathmandu, October 7 The Ministry of Health and Food Hygiene has discussed making telemedicine services more effective, better organised and sustainable. Those taking part included Health Secretary Dr Bikas Devkota, the acting director general of the department, representatives of Patan Hospital and Bir Hospital, and the head of the Curative Service Division. The discussion covered […] The post… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/expands-telemedicine-services.html

Health · DigiHealthNepal @digihealthnepal · 7 Oct, 14:07

Argentina’s head coach Lionel Scaloni said it was an ‘emotional day’ as Lionel Messi ends his international career. https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/10/7/head-coach-scalonis-emotional-farewell-to-irreplaceable-messi?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 7 Oct, 14:06

Kathmandu, October 7 Targeting Dashain and other festivals this year, Nepal Rastra Bank has directed banks and financial institutions to make new Rs 100 notes available through ATMs. Following the central bank’s directive, some banks and financial institutions have begun distributing Rs 100 notes from newer-model ATMs. Rastra Bank spokesperson Gurus Prasad Paudel said that, […] The post New notes… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/new-notes-easier-for-dashain.html

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 7 Oct, 14:05

Kathmandu, October 7 Former leaders of the Nepali Congress-affiliated Nepal Student Union (NSU) are playing a prominent role in the party’s ongoing leadership contest, underscoring the student organisation’s long-standing role as a training ground for future Congress leaders. In its 56-year history, the NSU has had 21 presidents, including both elected and ad hoc leaders. […] The post Former NSU… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/former-nsu-dominate-nc-leadership-race.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 7 Oct, 14:03

Mustang, October 7 Around 500 containers have been found stranded in queues at various locations along the road from Lete in Mustang to the Korala border point. The containers have been stranded at different locations in the district for the past week after floods, landslides and snowfall following rainfall from Asoj 8 to 11 obstructed […] The post More than 500 containers stranded from Lete to… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/more-than-500-containers-stranded-from-lete-to-korala.html

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 7 Oct, 14:01

Kathmandu, October 7 Arghakhanchi has recorded the most rainfall in the past 24 hours. According to the Meteorological Forecasting Division, Arghakhanchi had received very heavy rain by the time this report was prepared. Simalpani in Arghakhanchi recorded 100.4 mm. Rainfall of 100 to 200 mm in 24 hours is considered very heavy, while more than […] The post Very heavy rain in Arghakhanchi, heavy… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/heavy-rain-in-7-districts.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 7 Oct, 13:59

Kathmandu, October 7 Every cricketing nation has its own set of dreams. After entering international cricket, the first goal is to establish an identity, followed by playing regularly in international competitions, defeating bigger teams and gradually reaching the biggest stage in world cricket. These dreams are no different for Nepal. Since entering international cricket, Nepal […] The post When… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/when-will-nepals-odi-world-cup-dream-become-reality.html

Sports · DigiSportsNepal @digisportsnepal · 7 Oct, 13:58

Kathmandu, October 7 An ambulance carrying a patient from Thori Rural Municipality-4 in Parsa towards Chitwan was swept away by a stream in Madi. The ambulance was swept away by a tributary of the Bagahi River following heavy rainfall in the Madi area on Wednesday morning, said Gokulikumari Regmi, vice-chairperson of the rural municipality. Three […] The post Ambulance swept away by stream in… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/ambulance-swept-away-by-stream-in-madi.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 7 Oct, 13:56

File Humla, October 7 Normal life has been affected in Humla district due to sudden rainfall, and snowfall has occurred since Tuesday night. The higher reaches of the district have been witnessing snowfall, and incessant rainfall is taking place in the lower areas. Snowfall is taking place at mountainous areas and high-hilly areas including Namkha […] The post Snowfall, rainfall affect life in… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/snowfall-rainfall-affect-life-in-humla.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 7 Oct, 13:53

Jajarkot, October 7 A landslide has buried a Bolero jeep at Sanata Khola in Chhayanath Rara Municipality-12, Mugu. The jeep, with registration number Lu 1 Cha 1211, was buried on Wednesday morning while returning after going from Gamgadhi towards Sanata. According to police, officers from the temporary police post in Rowa, Mugu, were sent to […] The post Landslide buries jeep in Mugu appeared… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/landslide-buries-jeep-in-mugu.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 7 Oct, 13:52

Farmers in Gatlang had expanded cultivation after strong returns last year, but damaged roads and bridges now threaten to leave this year’s harvest rotting in the fields. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/10/07/flood-cuts-off-market-access-for-rasuwa-farmers-as-vegetables-pile-up

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 7 Oct, 13:52

Kathmandu, October 7 The Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) has dispatched a team of doctors to the mountain areas. HRA stated that a team of doctors has been deployed to provide information about health issues like altitude sickness, diarrhoea, and fever that may occur during trekking and mountaineering in the Himalayan region, as well as to […] The post Medical teams mobilised for providing… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/medical-teams-mobilised-for-providing-health-checkups-to-climbers.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 7 Oct, 13:50

In the industrial heartland of Normandy, more than 100km (62 miles) away from Paris, lies the small town of Cleon. Home to fewer than 5,000 residents and a Renault factory, the town and its environs are a near-perfect reflection of the current state of France’s rust belt, where economic activity and jobs are dwindling – the factory’s workforce has shrunk from almost 5,000 to 3,124 in 10 years.… https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3369753/renaults-plan-chinese-ev-motor-assembly-small-french-town-sparks-job-loss-fears?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 7 Oct, 13:12

Sitaram Paudel was walking down the stairs of the Lamsure Basic Health Centre, a packet of medicines in his hand. His wife, Krishnamaya, has been taking medication for high blood pressure for the past 12 years and is also suffering from cancer. For an ordinary family with a chronically ill member, the cost of regular […] The post A ward where chronic patients don’t have to worry about medicine… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/a-ward-where-chronic-patients-dont-have-to-worry-about-medicine-costs.html

Health · DigiHealthNepal @digihealthnepal · 7 Oct, 13:11

Travellers heading to and from the revamped Huanggang Port must use authorised public transport services only, including pre-booked licensed taxi fleets, as other ride-hailing services will not be available inside the boundary control area, according to the Hong Kong government. At a press conference on Wednesday, transport officials also urged travellers not to rush to use the new port in the… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/transport/article/3370014/travellers-must-use-authorised-buses-taxis-huanggang-port-hong-kong-authorities-say?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 7 Oct, 13:10