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Nagdhunga Tunnel to Charge Toll Fees from Sunday Midnight
Vehicles using the Nagdhunga Tunnel will be required to pay toll fees from Sunday midnight. All vehicles entering and leaving Kathmandu through the tunnel must pay the prescribed charges in accordance with the rates published in the Nepal Gazette.
Government Suspends N-PABSON Until Further Notice Over Repeated Non-Compliance
The Ministry of Home Affairs has suspended the National Private and Boarding Schools' Association Nepal (N-PABSON) until further notice, citing repeated failure to comply with government directives and activities allegedly contrary to its approved statute and objectives.
NEA Announces 8-Day Power Outage in Kathmandu Valley for Underground Cable Work
The Nepal Electricity Authority (NEA) has announced scheduled power cuts in various areas of Kathmandu Valley from Kartik 13 to 20 to carry out underground cable installation and upgrade the electricity transmission and distribution system. Electricity supply will be disrupted daily from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM in the affected areas.
Cyclone Arnab and Westerly Winds Bring Rainfall Risk Across All Seven Provinces of Nepal
Nepal is likely to experience rainfall across all seven provinces due to the combined influence of Cyclone Arnab, which developed over the Bay of Bengal, and westerly winds. Heavy rainfall is particularly expected in parts of Koshi and Bagmati provinces, raising concerns about floods, landslides, and rising river levels.
Nagdhunga Tunnel to Start Charging Tolls from November 1
Vehicles using the Nagdhunga–Naubise tunnel will be charged tolls starting November 1, with rates ranging from Rs. 60 to Rs. 600 depending on vehicle type and travel direction.
US Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady as Inflation and Living Costs Remain Major Concerns
The US Federal Reserve has kept interest rates unchanged despite persistent inflation and rising living costs, balancing price stability against a weakening labor market and growing economic risks.
Cyclone ‘Arnab’ Raises Flood Risks Across Major River Basins in Nepal
Nepal’s Flood Forecasting Division has warned of rising river levels and possible flash floods and inundation until November 1 due to the impact of Cyclone ‘Arnab’, urging residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert.
Mechi Corridor Road Contract Terminated After Progress Stalls at 47%
The Ilam Road Division has terminated the contract for the 9.5-kilometer Belase–Golakharka Bhanjyang road section after construction progress remained at just 47% despite repeated deadline extensions.
Cyclone ‘Arnab’ to Bring Rain, Snowfall Across Nepal Until Saturday
The impact of Cyclone ‘Arnab’ in neighboring India is expected to bring cloudy skies, rainfall, and snowfall to several parts of Nepal until Saturday, with authorities warning of possible heavy precipitation and travel disruptions.
Spain Train Collision Kills 68, Dozens Injured in Deadly Rail Disaster
At least 68 people have died and dozens more have been injured after two high-speed trains collided in central Spain on Wednesday morning. The crash sent several carriages off the tracks and raised initial concerns over a computer system failure and possible human error.
Nepal Calls for Space Technology to Tackle Climate Disasters in the Himalayas
Energy Minister Biraj Shrestha has stressed the need for satellite monitoring, regional cooperation and stronger early warning systems to address climate-induced disasters in the Himalayan region, warning that their impacts can extend hundreds of kilometres downstream.
Good News for Kathmandu Valley Residents: Citizenship Copies Now Available Without Visiting Home Districts
Residents of the Kathmandu Valley originally from other districts can now obtain duplicate copies of their citizenship certificates from designated district administration offices within the Valley, subject to biometric verification and digital record matching.