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Gorkha, October 13 A total of 648 people, including 49 foreign tourists, have been rescued from areas affected by floods along the Budhi Gandaki River in Gorkha since Sunday. Assistant Chief District Officer Netra Prasad Sharma said the remaining 599 evacuees were Nepali nationals. They had been stranded after floods damaged trekking trails and bridges […] The post More than 600 people rescued… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/people-rescued-budhi-gandaki-floods.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 14 Oct, 14:57

Dozens remain missing after the Bhotekoshi floods in Rasuwa, leaving families and neighbours across the district with little to celebrate this year. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/10/14/salyan-villages-have-little-heart-for-dashain-celebrations

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 14 Oct, 14:52

Until now, the alien white-hot worlds of exoplanets have been depicted as circular, but new research has revealed the true shape of their atmospheres to be a deformed sphere rather than a perfect circle. https://phys.org/news/2026-10-trailblazing-technique-uncovers-real-hot.html

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 14 Oct, 14:12

Beijing’s Liaoning aircraft carrier on Wednesday started its second training in the western Pacific this year, with the drill likely to coincide with an expanded US-Japan military exercise that may have implications for a Taiwan contingency. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy was organising the drill for the Liaoning formation in “relevant waters” of the western Pacific Ocean as part of its… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3370859/chinas-liaoning-carrier-heads-pacific-us-japan-prepare-missile-drills?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 14 Oct, 14:11

Kathmandu, October 14 The monsoon has completely withdrawn from Nepal, with the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology announcing on Wednesday that it has exited all parts of the country. According to the department’s Weather Forecasting Division, the monsoon began withdrawing from some western and northern parts of Nepal on October 4 and has now fully […] The post Monsoon fully withdraws from… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/monsoon-withdraws-from-nepal.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 14 Oct, 14:10

Two leaders of India’s youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) were remanded in custody for five days on Wednesday, as police ratcheted up efforts to clamp down on anti-election commission protests. CJP activists and opposition parties have defied a security crackdown to demand the resignation of India’s chief election commissioner, accusing the poll body of manipulating voter rolls to benefit… https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3370868/india-jails-cockroach-leaders-over-protests-against-alleged-voter-roll-manipulation?utm_source=rss_feed

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

Hong Kong should make better use of its public gyms by allowing online safety briefings and penalising no-shows, an industry leader and a lawmaker have urged after the ombudsman identified management loopholes. The Office of the Ombudsman launched the inquiry into public gym management on Tuesday, noting that rigid mandatory training requirements combined with a severe shortage of places were… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3370862/hong-kong-urged-add-online-safety-briefings-penalise-no-shows-public-gyms?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 14 Oct, 14:07

Kathmandu, October 14 Jigyan Kumar Thapa, Nepal’s ambassador-designate to Japan, has pledged not to provide undue favours based on personal connections, saying he would adopt a zero-tolerance approach to such practices. Speaking during his parliamentary hearing on Wednesday, Thapa said he would prioritise good governance, transparency and accountability, including maintaining proper records,… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/japan-ambassador-designate-pledges.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 14 Oct, 14:02

Udayapur, October 14 An elderly man died from an electric shock while connecting an electricity line for Durga Puja in Udayapur. Badri Narayan Chaudhary, 65, of Jyoti Nagar Tole in Purano Gaighat, Triyuga Municipality-12, died on Tuesday evening, the District Police Office, Udayapur, said. According to SP Rajan Chapagain, chief of the District Police Office, […] The post Elderly man dies from… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/elderly-man-dies-from-electric-shock-while-preparing-for-durga-puja-in-udayapur.html

Faith · DigiFaithNepal @digifaithnepal · 14 Oct, 13:59

Kathmandu, October 14 Passengers travelling from Nepal to India will no longer be allowed to carry MOBIKINS MK-PB-04 Power Bank on flights. Nepal Airlines announced the restriction through a public notice, citing a circular issued by India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Under the new rule, MOBIKINS MK-PB-04 Power Banks are completely prohibited on […] The post Power banks banned… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/power-banks-banned-on-flights-to-india-from-nepal.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 14 Oct, 13:54

The arrests could fuel further protests over voter-list revisions that opposition parties say favour Modi’s BJP, allegations rejected by the election commission. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/10/14/india-s-cockroach-movement-leaders-detained-in-jail-for-five-days

Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal @digiforeignnepal · 14 Oct, 13:52

Kathmandu, October 14 Indications have emerged that the 21.5 kg of gold seized from Budhanilkantha may have entered Nepal through Tribhuvan International Airport. During the investigation, a car rented by a Chinese national was found to have made repeated trips to the airport. The car was rented from September 27 to October 11 at a […] The post Gold smuggling case: Investigation suggests 21.75 kg… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/gold-smuggling-case-investigation-suggests-21-75-kg-gold-smuggled-through-tribhuvan-international-airport.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 14 Oct, 13:12

China’s electric vehicle (EV) makers have been hit with a double blow as both Beijing and Brussels introduce measures that will affect their exports, leading analysts to revise down their earnings forecasts for the industry. The twin measures – combined with a sales decline in China’s domestic market – could create a “do-or-die moment” for some of the country’s 50-odd EV makers, ramping up… https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3370851/chinas-ev-industry-faces-double-blow-eu-export-quota-vat-rebate-cut?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 14 Oct, 13:11

A business delegation from northeastern China has visited a Russian-controlled, Japanese-claimed island off Hokkaido to explore joint economic projects, a move that has prompted protests from Tokyo. Officials and business leaders from Heilongjiang province, which borders Russia’s far east, travelled to Etorofu – known to Russians as Iturup – to survey potential investment opportunities, according… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3370854/chinese-business-visit-kuril-islands-will-do-nothing-ease-tensions-tokyo?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 14 Oct, 13:09

Rescuers dragged 13 dead children out of India’s Ganges River after an overloaded boat capsized en route to a Hindu festival, officials said on Wednesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressing grief over the “deeply painful” tragedy. The boat overturned late on Tuesday in Vaishali district in eastern Bihar state, with locals rushing to pull people out of the water in the dark using mobile… https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3370856/13-children-die-after-overloaded-boat-capsizes-india?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 14 Oct, 13:08

Kathmandu, October 14 The number of Nepalis living in Japan has reached 300,992, including around 116,000 students, according to Gyan Kumar Thapa, Nepal’s ambassador-designate to Japan. Presenting his work plan before the Parliamentary Hearing Committee, Thapa said the Nepali population in Japan had increased nearly 43-fold from 6,953 in 2005. Students make up the largest […] The post Number of… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/nepalis-in-japan-rise.html

Education · DigiEduNepal @digiedunepal · 14 Oct, 13:03

Janakpurdham, October 14 A committee has been formed to investigate the death of Mahesh Yadav, who was bitten by a snake. The Ministry of Health and Population of Madhesh Province has formed a five-member investigation committee led by Dr Bipin Jha. The committee comprises Santosh Thakur of the Ministry of Health and Population as member-secretary, […] The post Probe committee formed to… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/probe-committee-formed-to-investigate-mahesh-yadavs-death-from-snakebite.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 14 Oct, 12:53

Gorkha, October 14 Kamala Gurung arrived in Arughat on Monday, clutching her 16-month-old child. The Nepal Army helicopter had rescued her from Salleri, but she still has no certainty about where she will sleep or how she will feed her family. Floods in the Budhi Gandaki River swept away her home and all her belongings, […] The post Flood leaves families homeless in northern Gorkha, cuts off… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/flood-families-homeless-gorkha.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 14 Oct, 12:52

Lawmakers cite allegations of financial dealings, land irregularities and conflicts of interest; nominee Chudamani Kharel denies wrongdoing. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/10/14/parliamentary-panel-halts-hearing-on-malaysia-ambassador-nominee-over-complaints

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 14 Oct, 12:52

The Hokkaido Shimbun journalist is accused of collecting information on Moscow's defence capabilities for Tokyo. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwp9g1el7x9zo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 14 Oct, 12:12

A bridge between China and North Korea that was completed 12 years ago will finally open on Thursday. The two countries will hold an opening ceremony to mark the official opening of the New Yalu River Bridge, Chinese state news agency Xinhua reported on Wednesday morning. Last week, signs that the bridge would soon open were spotted, including vehicles crossing and traffic lights and bridge… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3370843/china-and-north-korea-open-border-bridge-after-unexplained-12-year-delay?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 14 Oct, 12:11

Rasuwa, October 14 The tourism sector in Rasuwa is expected to recover following the construction of a Bailey bridge over the Phalakhu River in Betrawati. The area had remained largely deserted for nearly a month and a half after the bridge over the Phalakhu River was washed away by the devastating floods in the Bhotekoshi […] The post Bailey bridge in Betrawati raises hopes of tourism revival in… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/bailey-bridge-in-betrawati-raises-hopes-of-tourism-revival-in-rasuwa.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 14 Oct, 12:10

The former mother-in-law of slain Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung tried to prevent her family from reporting her disappearance to police by suggesting that they wait for her “kidnappers” to issue their demands, a court has heard. Choi’s partner, Chris Tam Fong-chun, told the High Court on Wednesday that Jenny Li Sui-heung had tried to paint the influencer’s disappearance as an abduction,… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/law-and-crime/article/3370842/abby-chois-ex-mother-law-urged-delay-calling-police-until-ransom-kidnappers?utm_source=rss_feed

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 14 Oct, 12:09

Kathmandu, October 14 The Prime Minister Natural Disaster Rescue Fund and Prime Minister Relief Fund have been receiving funds for the financial assistance of the people affected by the floods in the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system. According to the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, a total of Rs 17.75 billion has been […] The post PM Disaster Rescue and Relief Fund has… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/pm-disaster-rescue-and-relief-fund-has-17-75-billion.html

Places · DigiGeoNepal @digigeonepal · 14 Oct, 12:08

Kathmandu, October 14 Athletes, coaches and managers who won medals at the 20th Asian Games have received cash rewards from the government. In accordance with the Sports Development Regulations, the government has deposited the reward money into the bank accounts of karate athlete Tenzing Sharma, members of the women’s kabaddi team, their coaches and team […] The post Govt disburses cash rewards… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/govt-disburses-cash-rewards-to-20th-asian-games-medal-winners.html

Sports · DigiSportsNepal @digisportsnepal · 14 Oct, 12:05

During Dashain, the number of people travelling long distances to return to their hometowns and meet family members increases. Travellers may experience fever, headaches, nausea, diarrhoea or minor injuries along the way. Therefore, while packing clothes and gifts for the journey, it is also important to carry essential medicines and first-aid supplies. However, simply packing […] The post… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/dashain-travel-essential-medicines-and-first-aid-supplies-to-carry.html

Health · DigiHealthNepal @digihealthnepal · 14 Oct, 12:04

Kavre, October 14 Tipper operations have been prohibited across Kavrepalanchok district from October 17 to 26 on the occasion of Dashain, Nepal’s major festival. Issuing a notice, the District Administration Office said tipper operations would be completely banned within the district from Phulpati to the full moon day. Mahendra Bishwakarma, assistant chief district officer and […] The post Tipper… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/tipper-operations-banned-in-kavre-throughout-dashain.html

Faith · DigiFaithNepal @digifaithnepal · 14 Oct, 12:01

Hetauda, October 14 A motorcyclist was killed after a truck hit his motorcycle along the East-West Highway in Hetauda Sub-Metropolitan City-8, Makwanpur. The accident occurred near Gumba Chowk in Hetauda-8 on Wednesday morning when a truck (Ga 1 Kha 9424), travelling in the same direction, hit a motorcycle (Na 42 Pa 7283). The motorcyclist, 55-year-old […] The post Motorcyclist killed in truck… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/motorcyclist-killed-in-truck-collision-in-hetauda.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 14 Oct, 12:00

Kathmandu, October 14 The parliamentary hearing of Chudamani Kharel, nominated as Nepal’s ambassador to Malaysia, was put on hold on Wednesday after lawmakers raised concerns over alleged conflicts of interest, his links with manpower business operators and irregularities in a land purchase in Pokhara. Committee Chair Bodh Narayan Shrestha said the hearing had been suspended […] The post Hearing… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/hearing-chudamani-kharel-on-hold.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 14 Oct, 11:56