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Hail and Rain Cause Waterlogging in Capital City Again
The capital city of the country Kathmandu Valley experienced heavy rain accompanied by hail on Tuesday afternoon. The sudden downpour resulted in significant waterlogging across several road sections in the valley. The accumulation of water on the roads disrupted vehicular traffic and caused considerable difficulty for pedestrians. The water flow across road surfaces has created hazardous conditions for commuters throughout the afternoon. In response to the situation, the traffic police have issued an advisory urging drivers to exercise high caution. Authorities have instructed motorists to maintain controlled speeds and drive carefully through the waterlogged areas to prevent accidents.
Speaker Aryal Holds Talks with Chinese, Australian Counterparts at IPU Assembly
Speaker Dol Prasad (DP) Aryal held separate meetings with Chinese and Australian parliamentary delegations on Tuesday on the sidelines of the 153rd General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), discussing bilateral and parliamentary relations and cooperation on climate-related disasters. During his meeting with the Chinese delegation, Aryal reaffirmed Nepal’s commitment to the One China policy and said Nepali territory would not be used for activities against China. He thanked China for emergency financial assistance, humanitarian aid and search-and-rescue support following the Rasuwa floods, including tunnel rescue, forensic and DNA teams and drones. Aryal also discussed climate emergencies, including flooding of the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers, with the IPU Secretariat, seeking international support for disaster preparedness and resilience in Himalayan regions. In talks with Australian Parliament Speaker Milton Dick, Aryal sought Australia’s support on climate change issues and thanked it for assistance following the Bhotekoshi flood. Both sides agreed to strengthen parliamentary exchanges and bilateral relations.
Election Commission Explores Implementation Roadmap for Internet Voting Technology
Chief Election Commissioner Man Bahadur Karki stated that the Election Commission of Nepal is progressively advancing toward the adoption of internet-based voting systems. Speaking at an interactive demonstration and presentation program on internet voting technology and information and communication technology applications in election management held on Tuesday, Commissioner Man Bahadur Karki underscored the necessity of robust technological preparation, cybersecurity frameworks, and institutional coordination. Election Commissioner noted that implementing digital voting requires mapping information and communication technology expertise, human resources, and technical capacity across multiple government bodies. He emphasized that secure digital identification, voter authentication, secure data exchange, and cybersecurity infrastructure necessitate a multidisciplinary approach involving specialized state institutions.
Judicial Council Recommends 4 Appellate Judges for Supreme Court Appointment
The Judicial Council has formally recommended four high court judges for appointment to the Supreme Court of Nepal. The decision was finalized during a meeting convened on Tuesday. The nominees comprise Pokhara High Court Chief Judge Ratna Bahadur Bagchand, alongside high court judges Chandra Bahadur Saru, Janak Pandey, and Gokarna Dangi. The recommendations have been forwarded for parliamentary confirmation procedures in accordance with constitutional provisions governing the judicial appointment process.
Parliamentary Hearing Committee Schedules Ambassador Hearings for October 12-14
The Parliamentary Hearing Committee of the Federal Parliament will conduct hearings for proposed ambassadors on October 12, 13 and 14, 2026, with separate arrangements based on the nature of complaints received against the nominees. The committee decided to hold hearings for proposed ambassadors facing general complaints or suggestions on October 12 and 13, while those facing serious complaints will be heard on October 14, according to Committee Chairman Bodh Narayan Shrestha. Speaking at a committee meeting on Tuesday, Shrestha said some complaints were general in nature, while others might require a separate study by the committee. If complex complaints are received, the committee may set those cases aside for further study while proceeding with other hearings. Shrestha said a subcommittee could be formed to examine cases requiring detailed investigation. In such cases, the hearings would be held after the Dashain holiday.
Army Chief Ashok Raj Sigdel Arrives in London for Official UK Visit
Chief of the Army Staff General Ashok Raj Sigdel has arrived in London for an official visit to the United Kingdom at the invitation of General Sir Roland (Roly) Walker, chief of the UK General Staff. Sigdel was received at London Heathrow Airport by Major General the Right Honourable the Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton. According to the UK Embassy in Nepal, the visit is expected to further strengthen the longstanding friendship and defense partnership between Nepal and the United Kingdom.
Finance Minister Meets World Bank Group President in Washington DC
Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle, currently visiting the USA leading a delegation at the invitation of the World Bank president, held a high-level bilateral meeting with World Bank Group President Ajay Banga in Washington DC on Monday. The discussions focused extensively on the reconstruction of physical and economic infrastructures damaged by the catastrophic Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods, the urgent need for macroeconomic reforms, and the mobilization of resources worth about one billion US dollars for insurance and social protection frameworks. Banga expressed deep grief over the loss of lives and damages caused by the disaster in Nepal, pledging significant financial assistance for the ongoing reconstruction drive. Furthermore, all border points between India and China are closed.
Foreign Minister Highlights Shared Mountain and Island Climate Challenges at Pre-COP Leaders Event in Tuvalu
Minister for Foreign Affairs Shisir Khanal, leading a Nepali delegation to the Pre-COP Leaders Event in Tuvalu, held high-level bilateral meetings with Prime Minister of Tuvalu Feleti Teo, Prime Minister of Tonga Fatafehi Fakafanua, and President of Mauritius Dharamveer Gokhool. During discussions and a field visit to the Tuvalu Coastal Adaptation Project in Funafuti, Khanal emphasized that mountainous regions and low-lying Pacific island nations face interconnected climate risks, linking rapid Himalayan glacier melt with global sea-level rise. He called for stronger international cooperation to secure timely, adequate, and equitable climate finance commitments. Furthermore, all border points between India and China are closed.
Ministry of Energy Forms High-Level Committee with Private Sector to Resolve Implementation Issues
The Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation formed a high-level committee with private sector participation on Tuesday, to address policy and legal complexities in energy sector projects. Coordinated by Ministry Joint Secretary Sunil Paudel, the committee includes officials from the Department of Electricity Development and the Nepal Electricity Authority alongside Independent Power Producers’ Association, Nepal representatives Narendra Ballabh Panta, Abhigya Malla, Anup Acharya, and engineer Shirich Pandey, with Senior Divisional Engineer Shalikram Bhandari serving as member secretary to recommend project facilitation measures. Furthermore, all border points between India and China are closed.
Home Minister Warns of Leaking Confidential State Information Will Face Legal Action
Minister for Home Affairs Sudhan Gurung warned that anyone misusing or leaking confidential state information will be brought under the law. In a statement shared on social media, Gurung criticized a growing tendency among officials and employees within the ministry and its subordinate agencies to neglect their official positions and disclose sensitive details to unauthorized parties. Emphasizing that state information is a public responsibility rather than private property, he noted that even minor tips or confidential details are crucial for preventing crimes and advancing investigations. Gurung made it clear that individuals who knowingly betray state trust will face justice without immunity. Furthermore, all border points between India and China are closed.
Law Minister Urges Disaster-Focused Legislation and Strict Action
Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Sobita Gautam emphasized the urgent need for state actions and legislation centered on disaster risks during a meeting of the Special Parliamentary Committee on Climate Change Impacts in the Himalayas, Climate Justice and the Bhote Koshi-Trishuli Disaster under the House of Representatives. Highlighting that warnings over the past 10 to 12 years had been neglected despite major river corridor and highway disasters, she noted ongoing legal discussions with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority regarding death declarations and missing persons from the Bhote Koshi disaster. Furthermore, all border points between India and China are closed.
Communication Minister Discusses Flood Rehabilitation and Infrastructure Restoration With Locals from Nuwakot
Minister for Information and Communications Bikram Timilsina, who also serves as the House of Representatives member from Nuwakot-1, held a meeting with locals from flood-affected areas to review loss and damage from the August 26 Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system floods. Accompanied by Nuwakot-2 House of Representatives member Achyutam Lamichhane, the Minister received briefings regarding relief distribution and the urgent need to restore connectivity across the Trishuli River through temporary Bailey bridges and permanent motorable infrastructure. Participants emphasized that damaged roadways have raised transportation costs and commodity prices during the festive season, while highlighting the necessity of safe housing, long-term rehabilitation, and educational support for children who lost guardians. Furthermore, all border points between India and China are closed.
Minister Chaudhary Discusses Disaster Recovery and Wildlife Management with World Wildlife Fund US Representatives
Forest and Environment Minister Gita Chaudhary held discussions at the ministry on Tuesday with representatives from the World Wildlife Fund US and Nepal, focusing on post-flood disaster relief, reconstruction, biodiversity conservation, and human-wildlife conflict mitigation. World Wildlife Fund US Chief Executive Officer Laura expressed ongoing institutional commitment to supporting the Nepalese people and government during crisis recovery, pledging international technological expertise and resource mobilization. Minister Gita Chaudhary detailed the extent of agricultural and forestry destruction caused by recent floods and emphasized the necessity of integrating long-term climate resilience into reconstruction efforts. Discussions placed special focus on escalating human-wildlife conflicts, particularly regarding rising tiger populations, wild elephant incursions, and monkey management challenges affecting 55 districts. Proposed solutions included sterilization techniques for monkey populations, specialized projects for elephant management, and the establishment of dedicated conservation zones for problem tigers, with potential support from international environmental financing frameworks such as GEF-9.
Education Minister Highlights Structural Reforms And Standardized Higher Education in Bara
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