News collection from Nepal

Football Players Flee Abroad as Domestic Leagues Collapse

With domestic leagues suspended and FIFA’s ban deepening uncertainty, national team players are turning to India’s risky pay-per-match ‘khep’ tournaments and lower-tier foreign leagues to survive.

Deepmala Dhakal Crowned Miss Nepal 2026

Deepmala Dhakal has been crowned Miss Nepal 2026 in Kathmandu, earning the right to represent Nepal at international beauty pageants this year.

71,775 Tourists in July. Chinese Arrivals Surge 61%.

Nepal recorded 71,775 international visitors in July 2026, up 2.3% year-on-year. China posted strongest growth with 11,099 tourists — up 61.1%. India remains the largest source market.

Digital Nepal Expands, But Rural Gaps Persist

Nepal’s digital transformation gains momentum through rapid mobile penetration and expanding online services. Rural connectivity gaps and digital literacy remain significant barriers to full inclusion.

Foreign Minister Pushes Economic Diplomacy Agenda

FM Shisir Khanal says Nepal has failed to fully benefit from zero-tariff LDC access. Urges prioritized resource allocation and economic prosperity through international aid and trade.

Gandaki Province Legalizes Industrial Cannabis

Province Head certifies cannabis cultivation bill for medicinal and industrial purposes. Licensed cooperatives may farm commercially with mandated 0.3% THC threshold. Recreational use remains prohibited.

Opposition Storms House Over Border Disputes, Sunsari Deaths

Opposition lawmakers target PM Shah’s government over border disputes and communal clashes. CPN (UML) demands independent judicial commission for violence that left four dead.

One Metric Ton of Marijuana Seized in Morang

Police confiscate 1,033 kg of marijuana in Morang district — one of the largest drug busts this year as authorities intensify anti-narcotics operations across eastern Nepal.

Sudurpashchim MPs Press PM on Regional Mega-Projects

RSP parliamentarians demand action on Geta University, Pancheshwar Multipurpose Project, West Seti Hydropower, and Dhangadhi-Khutiya-Dipayal Fast Track.

NEPSE Drops 21 Points. Bearish Sentiment Holds.

Nepal Stock Exchange index declined 21.15 points on Tuesday with Rs 4.07 billion turnover, reflecting continued bearish market sentiment.

MoFA Joint Secretary Arrested for Illegal Passport Scheme

CIB arrests Joint Secretary Pushpa Raj Bhattarai for unlawfully issuing five official Nepali travel documents to Tibetan nationals in 2009. Forensic lab confirmed his signatures.

Seven Parties Unite as ‘Progressive Front’ Alliance

Seven parties including Janata Samajbadi, Janamat, and Nagarik Unmukti will announce a unified alliance on August 8, adopting an ANC-inspired model to safeguard federalism.

Chhurpi Exports Surge 27% to Rs 1.79 Billion

Nepal’s dried cheese exports hit Rs 1.79 billion in the last fiscal year, marking the traditional Himalayan product’s growing international demand.

Home Minister Brokers Communal Peace Talks in Terai

Home Minister Gurung holds urgent consultative meetings with Hindu and Muslim community leaders to defuse regional tensions following civil unrest across Sunsari and other Terai districts.

Nepal Veterinary Association Signs Japan MoU

Tripartite MoU signed with Japan Veterinary Medical Association and Federation of Asian Veterinary Associations to strengthen One Health cooperation and veterinary education.

Dhangadhi Goes Paperless with UNDP Digital Platform

Dhangadhi Sub-Metropolitan City completes first phase of Unified Digital Governance Platform in partnership with UNDP. Citizens can now access municipal services online.

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Scientists Name New Beetle Genus ‘Luffy’ After One Piece Character

Researchers at Denmark’s Natural History Museum named a new rove beetle genus ‘Luffy’ because the insects have bizarrely elongated mandibles and antennae resembling the manga hero’s rubber powers. Two species identified: Luffy schillhammeri from China and Luffy nika from Laos.

Vermont Man Faked Threats to Himself to Cancel Rocky Horror Show

A Vermont man sent threatening text messages to himself, prompting cancellation of a local Rocky Horror Picture Show production. Police discovered the messages originated from his own device. He now faces charges of filing false reports.