- Wednesday, 5 November 2025
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Nepal suffer 106-run defeat to USA in ICC World Cup League 2
: After booking their spot in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Nepal’s senior men’s cricket team returned to 50-over action in the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 (WCL-2) following a four-month break. However, the momentum from their T20 success didn’t carry over.
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ManU finally heading in right direction, Liverpool's losing run goes on
The crisis is over for Manchester United. For now at least. For Liverpool, however, it is a very different story after a fourth straight loss in the Premier League on Saturday. A 3-2 defeat at Brentford delivered the latest blow to the defending champion's trembling title defense and left it sixth in the standings.
Priyasan releases his 12th novel
Writer and journalist Sabin Priyasan has released his 12th novel, ‘Kalo Man’, which has recently hit the market. Based in Ghorahi, Priyasan has been active in literature and journalism for a long time. His latest work was unveiled at a special ceremony. Priyasan, regarded as Nepal’s second most prolific novelist, had published another novel, ‘Kadi’, just in April.
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Pathibhara sees 6,393 devotees on Saturday
Pathibhara temple, one of the famour religious site of Koshi, saw a large number of devotees on Saturday. This was the highest in terms of numbers this season, according to the Pathibhara Area Development Committee. A total of 6,393 devotees visited Pathibhara on a single day on Saturday. Devotees stood in queue from 3:00 am to 3:00 pm to offer prayers at the revered shrine. Though pilgrims visit Pathibhar
3 die of altitude sickness in Manang
Three people have died from altitude sickness in the Himalayan district of Manang. According to the District Administration Office, Manang, the victims died in different areas of Narpa Bhumi Rural Municipality while carrying loads and working as guides for tourists in the high Himalayan region. The deceased have been identified as 44-year-old Ram Bahadur Thapa from Tanahun, 49-year-old Samba Ghale from Kispang Rural Municipality-1 in Nuwakot, and 48-year-old Dil Bahadur Gurung from Bhujung, Kholasothar Rural Municipality-4 in Lamjung.
Pregnant women, new mothers spend nights under tents
On the night of October 4, Gayatri Shiwa woke up to a loud noise. Startled, she grabbed her five-month-old daughter. Within moments, a sudden flood swept away half of her house. She ran outside in the middle of heavy rain, lightning and strong winds. In the darkness, she had no idea where to go. Neighbours rescued her and took her to the nearby Maibhagawati Elderly Home. At daybreak, Gayatri saw that her home and many others in the Tapu (island) area had disappeared. Mud, uprooted trees and debris had covered everything. “I looked around and wondered where everyone had gone,” she said. “A few neighbours had gathered, but I couldn’t find my family members. It felt like a dream,” she said.
Tourists throng Bhurung hot spring in Myagdi
The Bhurung Tatopani (hot spring), located along the Beni–Jomsom road section of the Kaligandaki Corridor in Annapurna Rural Municipality-2, has seen a surge in visitors, with domestic and foreign tourists crowding the natural hot-water pool throughout the day. With a steady rise in tourists travelling to Annapurna Base Camp, Ghorepani, Mustang and other Himalayan destinations via Beni, the natural hot spring has become one of the busiest stopover points in the region. According to Jitendra Chochangi, the operator of the hot spring, visitors returning fr
Construction of 335 MW Humla Karnali second Hydropower Project to proceed
The procedures have been initiated for the construction of the Humla Karnali Second Hydropower Project. The Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) of the 335 MW project is now underway. Baldev Balami, manager of the Ruru Hydropower Project, said that on the recommendation of the Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, the Ministry of Forests and Environment has begun the EIA process.
International flights resume at Bhairahawa after six months
International flights have resumed at the Gautam Buddha International Airport in Bhairahawa after a gap of nearly six months, with a Thai AirAsia aircraft landing on Sunday afternoon carrying 17 passengers on board. The Airbus A320, which was scheduled to land at 12:15 pm
Kyanite mines in Kalikot left unprotected
The valuable kyanite mines located in Ward-3 of Shubha Kalika Rural Municipality, Kalikot, are being illegally extracted on a daily basis due to a lack of protection and monitoring. Despite multiple government commitments and political promises over the years, no effective measures have been implemented to safeguard the mines, allowing smugglers to continue their operations unchecked.
Nepal’s export surges 89% in first quarter of FY 2025/26, but trade deficit widens too
Nepal’s export trade witnessed a remarkable growth of 89 per cent during the first three months of the current fiscal year 2025/26. According to statistics released by the Department of Customs, the country exported goods worth Rs. 72.78 billion in the first quarter, a sharp increase from Rs. 38.37 billion recorded during the same period last fiscal year. The growth was largely driven by higher exports of soybean oil, palm oil, sunflower, carpets, and tea and coffee.
EC reviewing applications of six new political parties
The Election Commission (EC) is now reviewing the applications of six newly formed political parties. The parties are seeking registration to contest the elections to the House of Representatives slated for March 5, 2026. Election Commission Information Officer Suman Ghimire informed that the six applications were submitted after the announcement to hold fresh elections. Ten others had applied before the September 8–9 Gen-Z movement.
Tourists flock to Antu, other destinations in Ilam
With the beginning of the month of Kartik (mid-October), Antu — a popular tourist destination in Ilam —is teeming with visitors. This season is considered the best time to observe the sunrise. As the skies have cleared, crowds of tourists have flocked to Antu. Sunday morning alone, around 2,000 visitors watched the sunrise from the Antu Hill. According to staff at the local ticket counter, approximately 2,000 people enter Antu Hill daily through the ‘ticket system’
Humla and Manang people seek Minister Kharel's support in accessing modern communications
The people from remote areas of Humla and Manang districts have sought the government's support for their easy access to communications facility.
Writ petition submitted to SC against probe commission
A writ petition has been submitted before the Supreme Court against Gauri Bahadur Karki, Chairman of the Commission for Investigation of Loss of Lives and Property during the Gen Z Protest, and the C0mmission Members Bigyan Raj Sharma and Bishweshwor Prasad Bhandari.
