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Flood Damage Forces Nepal to Rethink Road and Bridge Designs
The government is preparing to revise road and bridge design standards and establish a disaster-resilient maintenance system following rising infrastructure damage from floods and landslides.
Kalanki–Basundhara Ring Road Set for Major Safety Upgrade
Two companies have been selected to install road safety infrastructure, including steel railings, traffic signs, lane markings, and zebra crossings along the Kalanki–Basundhara section.
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung to Visit India on October 12 for BIMSTEC Meeting
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung will travel to India on October 12 to attend a BIMSTEC meeting, marking his first foreign visit since taking office.
Nepal Plans One-Stop System to Fast-Track Stalled Investment Projects
Infrastructure Development Minister Sunil Lamsal says stalled investment projects and past investment commitments will be brought under a new legal framework and implemented through a one-stop system.
PM Shah Says Government Intensifying Disaster Management Efforts Across Nepal
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has said the government is continuing disaster management efforts through coordination among the federal, provincial, and local governments following disasters reported since Bhadra 10.
NEPSE Drops 20.48 Points to Close at 2,566.76
The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) declined by 20.48 points (0.79%) to close at 2,566.76, with daily turnover falling to Rs. 3.27 Arba.
Dashain Effect on NEPSE: Seven of the Last 10 Years Saw Gains
Historical data shows that NEPSE has risen in seven of the past 10 Dashain periods, while three periods recorded declines, suggesting that the festival itself does not have a consistent bullish or bearish impact on the market.
Flydubai Co-Pilot Accused of Attacking Captain Identified as Omani Citizen
The co-pilot accused of attacking the captain of a Flydubai flight bound for Tel Aviv has reportedly been identified as Omani citizen Hamam Al-Hamami, although authorities have not officially confirmed his identity or alleged extremist views.
Himalayan Reinsurance Appoints Dipendra Kumar Mishra as Chairman
Himalayan Reinsurance Limited has appointed Director Dipendra Kumar Mishra as the Chairman of its Board of Directors, effective following the company’s 91st board meeting.
SEBON Launches World Investor Week 2026 with Focus on Investor Protection
The Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) will observe World Investor Week 2026 from October 5 to 11, promoting investor education, digital security, scam awareness, and informed investment practices across Nepal.
Nepal Moves to Separate Aviation Regulator and Service Provider
The government has registered a new bill in Parliament proposing to restructure the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) as an independent aviation regulator and separate regulatory functions from airport and air navigation services.
NRB Calls Global Tender for Minting 300 Million Rs. 2 Coins
Nepal Rastra Bank has invited a global tender for the design, minting, and delivery of 300 million Rs. 2 circulation coins from pre-qualified international security minting companies.