Kathmandu

Nepal, South Korea discuss flood response, missing nationals

Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal and his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun discussed the ongoing search, rescue and relief operations following the devastating Bhotekoshi floods, including efforts to locate missing South Korean nationals.

Videos

Nepal Army Fast-Tracks 60-Metre Acrow Bridge After Flood Damages Devighat Crossing

Nepal Army engineers are fast-tracking a 60-metre, 5.5-metre wide Acrow bridge over the Tadi River in Devighat, Nuwakot, after floods damaged the local bridge and road. The bridge can carry 50 tonnes and should restore traffic within days.

Sports

Nepali kickboxer Abiral Ghimire crowned world champion in Japan

Nepali kickboxer Abiral Ghimire has won the world championship after defeating reigning French champion Mathon Choinard at an international kickboxing event in Nagoya, Japan.

Health

21,000 cholera vaccine doses flown to flood-hit Rasuwa

Authorities have rushed 21,000 doses of cholera vaccine to flood- and landslide-hit Rasuwa as damage to drinking-water sources and distribution systems raises the risk of waterborne diseases.

Opinion

The rising threat from the roof of the world: Nepal's Himalayan glacier disaster demands urgent action

On the morning of August 26, 2026, the Himalayas delivered a catastrophic reminder of their growing menace. At approximately 9:00 AM local time, a massive flash flood surged down the Bhote Koshi River from the Tibet Autonomous Region in China into Nepal's Rasuwa district.

Photo Gallery

In Pictures: Bhotekoshi flood aftermath

People ride on a traditional twin to get across the swollen Trishuli River following devastating flash floods that swept through the area in Nuwakot, Nepal, on Friday, September 4, 2026.

World

UN General Assembly endorses a new world map that shows more accurately Africa's size

The United Nations General Assembly on Friday endorsed a new world map that represents Africa more accurately in its larger size, a culmination of a recent campaign led by African countries and advocacy groups.

Nepal

Monsoon winds drive widespread rainfall; Tarai cities brace storms

Several parts of Nepal are likely to see heavy rainfall and thunderstorms today, with the Himalayan and hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces among those facing the highest risk, according to the Meteorological Forecasting Division.

Business

China's Tatopani closure comes at worst time for traders

The unilateral closure of the Tatopani border by China comes at a particularly damaging moment for Nepal’s traders.

Opinion

Nepal must measure, monitor and speak with evidence

Prime Minister, as Nepal prepares to present its position internationally on the present Himalayan climate crisis, I believe we must approach the matter with calmness, scientific evidence and diplomatic confidence—not anger, provocation or political theatre.

Kathmandu

Foundations to support higher education of 100 flood-affected children

The Dr Manilal Bhoumik International Foundation of India and Batas Foundation of Nepal have announced a humanitarian partnership to provide long-term educational support to more than 100 children who lost their parents in the recent floods and natural disasters.

Nepal

UN launches $49.6m appeal for Nepal flood victims

The United Nations and humanitarian partners on Friday launched a US$49.6 million emergency appeal to provide life-saving assistance to more than 84,000 people affected by the devastating flash floods and landslides in northern Nepal.