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Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson said the basis of the talks is ​a seven-step plan Iran drew up in September to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the US naval blockade on Iran. https://kathmandupost.com/world/2026/11/02/iranians-have-left-doha-talks-draft-proposal-for-us-deal-being-circulated-official-says

Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal @digiforeignnepal · 2 Nov, 18:52

Vikram Misri’s November 4-5 visit is expected to help prepare the agenda for the Nepali prime minister’s visit later this month. https://kathmandupost.com/politics/2026/11/02/indian-foreign-secretary-to-visit-nepal-ahead-of-balendra-shah-s-proposed-india-trip

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 18:51

Pakistan’s contract to buy Chinese Z-10ME attack helicopters covers 30 airframes, according to an image circulating on Chinese social media. The image was shared by a prominent military blogger on Sunday and marks the first time a concrete number for Pakistan’s fleet of the helicopters has surfaced since Islamabad officially inducted them into service in August last year. In the post, the blogger… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3373023/blogger-may-have-revealed-how-many-z-10me-helicopters-pakistan-bought-china

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 2 Nov, 18:12

China’s ruling Communist Party has introduced sweeping rules to scrutinise officials’ crisis-tested experience and disciplinary records ahead of next year’s major leadership reshuffle. The rules were included in a resolution adopted at the 20th Central Committee’s fifth plenum last Thursday and published by state news agency Xinhua on Sunday. Analysts said that as provincial and ministerial… https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3373013/chinas-fifth-plenum-cadre-promotion-rules-overhauled-focusing-problem-solving

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 2 Nov, 18:11

Funeral proceedings for Ng Hon-mun, an influential pro-Beijing educator and long-serving Hong Kong deputy to the National People’s Congress, will begin on Wednesday, with three former city leaders heading the funeral committee. Ng died peacefully on the morning of October 18, aged 100. His wake will be held at Hong Kong Funeral Home in North Point from 5pm on Wednesday, followed by a memorial… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3373021/3-former-hong-kong-leaders-head-funeral-committee-educator-ng-hon-mun

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 2 Nov, 18:09

Kathmandu, November 2 Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has proposed a new policy to regulate the pricing and use of domestic and commercial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Under the proposal, gas industries would be required to purchase and sell 30 per cent of their monthly quota at commercial rates. The proposal was presented at a meeting […] The post Nepal Oil Corporation proposes 30% commercial gas… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/noc-commercial-gas-quota.html

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 2 Nov, 18:05

In a surprising discovery, scientists found that certain diets associated with obesity can make cancer immunotherapy more effective in mice, challenging traditional assumptions about diet and cancer treatment. The findings suggest that the secret may lie in how food interacts with gut bacteria to strengthen the immune system's response to cancer. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/10/261029072132.htm

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 2 Nov, 17:58

Jigyan Kumar Thapa informed the parliamentary hearing committee of his decision after questions were raised over his family’s residency and financial ties to Japan. https://kathmandupost.com/national/2026/11/02/japan-ambassador-nominee-withdraws-amid-conflict-of-interest-questions

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 17:52

This DIY e-paper display works in two official ecosystems or on your own server. https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2026/11/this-48-e-paper-display-can-be-whatever-you-want-it-to-be/

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 2 Nov, 17:45

The country was the first to contribute troops to the AU mission established to stabilise Somalia in 2007. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8zxlqxwed4do?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 2 Nov, 17:12

Stores in Sweden say temperatures for its freezers were raised to 50 C (122F). https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq1kd1nee80eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 2 Nov, 17:11

The first person convicted in Hong Kong under the Beijing-imposed national security law and three others jailed in related high-profile cases have been released early, the South China Morning Post has learned. Sources said Tong Ying-kit, who was sentenced in July 2021 to nine years in prison for inciting secession and engaging in terrorist activities, had been granted early release. The news… https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3373012/hong-kongs-first-national-security-law-convict-among-4-released-early-sources-say

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 2 Nov, 17:10

Kathmandu, November 2 Artist Padmashree Shrestha’s doll exhibition, ‘Connecting Cultures’, showcases traditional customs, rituals and everyday community life through miniature figures and scenes at Music Art Gallery in Sanepa. The exhibition, which opened on October 28, will run until November 6. The display features miniature representations of women collecting water from traditional wells,… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/connecting-cultures-doll-exhibition-highlights-newa-traditions.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 2 Nov, 17:08

Astronomers have determined that VVV CL001, a metal-poor globular cluster near the center of the Milky Way, is about 13.4 billion years old, making it one of the oldest known star clusters in our galaxy. The cluster lies behind thick clouds of interstellar dust, which made its distance and age difficult to establish. The paper, outlining the methodology for estimating its age and distance, was… https://phys.org/news/2026-10-shrouded-milky-star-cluster-universe.html

Science & future · DigiSciFiNepal @digiscifinepal · 2 Nov, 17:07

Kathmandu, November 2 CPN-UML General Secretary Shankar Pokhrel has said the activities of people holding executive positions in the country have reduced the business of running the state to a children’s game. Speaking at a programme organised by Press Chautari Nepal in Rupandehi on Monday, Pokhrel said those holding responsible positions in the state should […] The post Pokhrel says the nation’s… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/pokhrel-says-the-nations-affairs-have-been-reduced-to-childrens-play.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 17:01

Kathmandu, November 2 Jigyan Kumar Thapa, who was nominated as Nepal’s ambassador to Japan, has formally withdrawn his nomination by writing to the Parliamentary Hearing Committee. In his letter, Thapa said that holding public office was not the only way to serve the country and its people. “Public office is not the only means of […] The post Proposed ambassador to Japan Jigyan Kumar Thapa… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/jigyan-kumar-thapa-withdraws.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 17:00

Kathmandu, November 2 Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri is scheduled to arrive in Nepal on Wednesday for a two-day official visit, as part of preparations for Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s visit to India. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Misri will hold bilateral talks with Nepal’s Foreign Secretary Amrit Kumar Rai during the visit. […] The post Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/vikram-misri-to-visit-nepal.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 16:56

The Gurkhas chase down 181 with two balls to spare, handing Karnali Yaks their first defeat of the season. https://kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/11/02/rashid-khan-and-karan-kc-power-kathmandu-gurkhas-to-first-win

Sports · DigiSportsNepal @digisportsnepal · 2 Nov, 16:52

आन्तरिक राजस्व विभागले करदाता प्रोत्साहन उपहार कार्यक्रमअन्तर्गत यही कात्तिक १ देखि १५ गतेसम्मका विजेता घोषणा गरेको छ । आज यहाँ आयोजित कार्यक्रममा एक जना बम्बर उपहार विजेता र १५ जना विजेता घोषणा गरिएको हो । विभागका अनुसार रु १० लाख पाउने विजेतामा कुपन नम्बर ०९८०४६५५८१७५ छनोटमा… — Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers Source: National Portal of Nepal (nepal.gov.np) https://diginpl.com/updates/karadata-protsahan-karyakramah-16-wijeta-ghoshana-848f0af2

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 16:48

राष्ट्रिय परिचयपत्र तथा पञ्जीकरण विभागले राष्ट्रिय परिचयपत्रको विवरण प्रमाणीकरण नहुँदा पनि सार्वजनिक सेवा प्रवाह भइरहेको स्पष्ट पारेको छ । आज एक सूचना जारी गर्दै विभागले राहदानी, बैंक तथा वित्तीय सेवा, सवारी चालक अनुमतिपत्रलगायत सेवा प्रवाहमा समस्या नहुने उल्लेख गरेको हो ।… — Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers Source: National Portal of Nepal (nepal.gov.np) https://diginpl.com/updates/rashtriy-parichayapatrako-wiwaran-pramanikaran-nabhae-pani-cf1ba6d1

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 16:48

Ford said it's making an "explicit commitment" to its customers that "their vehicle data is safe" with the company. https://techcrunch.com/2026/11/02/ford-launches-a-privacy-promise-and-explains-how-and-why-it-uses-a-customers-data/

Technology · DigiTechNepal @digitechnepal · 2 Nov, 16:12

Kathmandu, November 2 Kathmandu Gorkhas have recorded their first win in the Nepal Premier League (NPL), beating Karnali Yaks by four wickets. Thanks to fine batting from Rashid Khan and Karan KC. In Monday’s first match, Kathmandu Gorkhas reached the target of 181 set by Karnali Yaks in 19.4 overs, losing six wickets. Kathmandu, who […] The post Rashid, Karan power Kathmandu Gorkhas to first NPL… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/rashid-karan-power-kathmandu-gorkhas.html

Sports · DigiSportsNepal @digisportsnepal · 2 Nov, 16:11

Kathmandu, November 2 Nepali Congress parliamentary party leader Bhishma Raj Angdembe has said opposition parties will decide their position on the impeachment issue only after assessing the ruling party’s stance and preparations. Angdembe made the remarks while responding to questions from journalists about a meeting of opposition parties held at the Nepali Congress parliamentary party […] The… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/opposition-stance-impeachment-after-assessing-angdembe.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 2 Nov, 16:10

Japan on Monday launched a new national agency focused on disaster management with the goal of making the country better prepared should there be a megaquake along the Pacific coast or in Tokyo, or an eruption of Mount Fuji. More than 350 workers at the National Disaster Management Agency will oversee preparedness, emergency response and reconstruction efforts. The agency is not being created in… https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3373006/japan-launches-new-national-agency-boost-disaster-response

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 2 Nov, 16:09

Kathmandu, November 2 The Armed Police Force (APF), Nepal, has seized illegal goods worth more than Rs 1.33 billion from border areas since the government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah took office. The APF has intensified action against smuggling of illegal goods, drug trafficking, arms smuggling and other criminal activities, in line with the […] The post APF seizes illegal goods worth Rs… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/apf-seizes-illegal-goods-billion.html

Nepal · DigiNepal @diginepal · 2 Nov, 16:08

Kathmandu, November 2 Jigyan Kumar Thapa, who was proposed for appointment as Nepal’s ambassador to Japan, has withdrawn his nomination. Bodhanarayan Shrestha, chairperson of the Parliamentary Hearing Committee, said Thapa had informed the committee of his decision to withdraw his name. “He has informed us that he intends to withdraw his name. He is at […] The post Proposed ambassador to Japan… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/proposed-ambassador-to-japan-thapa-withdraws-nomination.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 16:07

Kathmandu, November 2 The executive committee of the World Vegan Organisation Nepal has been reorganised, with the aim of bringing together businesspeople and organisations that follow vegetarian and vegan lifestyles under one roof. Vice-president Kalyan Silwal said the organisation aims to promote a fully plant-based vegan lifestyle in Nepal and to foster cooperation and coordination […] The… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/world-vegan-organisation-nepal.html

Nepal & the world · DigiForeignNepal @digiforeignnepal · 2 Nov, 16:06

One-way drone attacks have killed or wounded 484 civilians since February, Khartoum says. https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/11/2/sudan-files-complaints-against-ethiopia-with-un-over-deadly-drone-spree?traffic_source=rss

World · DigiNepal International @diginepalinternational · 2 Nov, 16:05

Kathmandu, November 2 The meeting of the parliamentary hearing committee has begun. The committee has met to decide on Jigyan Kumar Thapa, the proposed ambassador to Japan. The meeting has been under way at Singha Durbar for some time. Proposed Ambassador Thapa also entered Singha Durbar at around 2:15 pm. His hearing had already been […] The post Parliamentary hearing committee meets as proposed… https://english.onlinekhabar.com/parliamentary-hearing-committee-meets.html

Public affairs · DigiGovNepal @digigovnepal · 2 Nov, 16:04