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Sports Minister Sasmit Pokhrel to Travel to Japan With Nepal’s 211-Member Asian Games Delegation

Education and Sports Minister Sasmit Pokhrel is set to travel to Japan as part of Nepal’s 211-member delegation for the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, where 135 Nepali athletes will compete across 21 sports. Nepal heads to the continental event with an ambitious goal of reaching a double-digit medal tally and challenging for its first-ever Asian Games gold.

Sep 11

Nepal And Japan: Two Nations Shaped By Difficult Geography, Two Tragedies That Entered History

Nepal and Japan face very different but serious geographical risks. Japan is exposed to earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanoes, while Nepal faces landslides, glacial floods and extreme weather. After the August 26 Rasuwa disaster, TU expert Dr. Basanta Raj Adhikari estimated its gravitational energy exceeded that of the Hiroshima atomic bomb. The disaster has so far killed 1,357 people, with 5,326 still missing.

Sep 8

Nepali Athletes Receive VIP Airport Access for the First Time as Karate Team Leaves for Asian Games

Nepali athletes representing the country at the 20th Asian Games have received VIP access at Tribhuvan International Airport for the first time, as the national karate team departed for Japan.

Sep 7

UN Backs New World Map To Show Africa’s True Size More Accurately

UN General Assembly Votes To Support A New World Map That Shows Africa’s True Size More Accurately, With 164 Countries Backing The Change, The US Voting Against And Six Nations Abstaining

Sep 6

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Offers Support to Nepal After Deadly Floods, Urges Rescue of Five Missing Japanese Citizens

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi speaks with Nepal PM Shah, offers tents and blankets for flood victims and urges urgent efforts to rescue five missing Japanese citizens.

Sep 1

Nepal Pollutes Little, But Pays Heavily: The Fight For Climate Justice

Nepal contributes only a tiny share of global emissions, yet faces some of the growing costs of climate impacts. Its adaptation plan estimates about $47.4 billion may be needed through 2050, with $45.9 billion expected from external support. The climate justice debate is about whether vulnerable countries like Nepal are receiving fair support without being pushed deeper into debt.

Sep 1

Japanese Encephalitis Cases Rise Across Nepal as 21 Deaths Reported

Nepal reports 80 confirmed Japanese Encephalitis cases across 25 districts, with 21 deaths. Health officials urge vaccination and mosquito-bite prevention.

Aug 25

Nagdhunga Tunnel Opens to Private Vehicles in Trial Run After a Month

Nepal’s first modern road tunnel has opened to private vehicles on a trial basis, allowing cars, jeeps and vans carrying up to nine passengers to travel between Kathmandu and Dhading through the Nagdhunga Tunnel.

Aug 24

From Nepal To Dubai: DDC Sends Its Ghee Abroad For The First Time

Nepal's state-owned Dairy Development Corporation has started exporting DDC ghee to Dubai, marking its entry into the international market with an agreement to export at least 50,000 kg annually. DDC says it plans to expand exports across the Middle East and later reach markets including Japan, South Korea and Tibet, China, as it increases production and looks for new markets for Nepali dairy products.

Aug 21

25-Year-Old Nepali Student Laxmi Rajbanshi Found Dead in Fukuoka River, Japan Police Investigate Homicide

25-year-old Nepali student Laxmi Rajbanshi was found dead in Fukuoka’s Naka River. Japanese police are investigating the case as a homicide.

Aug 20

“King Of Nepal” Post Adds Heat Before Rabindra Dhant vs Kasib Murdoch Road To UFC Semifinal

New Zealand’s unbeaten Kasib Murdoch and Nepal’s Rabindra Dhant are set to meet in the Road to UFC Season 5 bantamweight semifinal in Shanghai on August 28, with pre-fight attention growing around Murdoch’s “King of Nepal” social-media post. Beyond the online exchanges, the matchup brings together Murdoch’s 8-0 unbeaten record and Dhant’s 10-1 record, with the winner advancing to the tournament final.

Aug 20

Nepal Cabinet Approves 11 Major Decisions, Including Rs 5,000 Pay Rise and Rs 2.73 Billion Japan Grant

Nepal Cabinet announces 11 major decisions, including a Rs 5,000 monthly increase for school staff, Rs 2.73 billion Japanese grant for Tribhuvan Airport and key international and administrative decisions.

Aug 19

Nepal Moves to Revive Udayapur Cement and Gorkharkali Rubber Industries

Nepal has renewed Udayapur Cement’s limestone licence and begun preparations for full-capacity operations, while experts assess options to revive Gorkharkali Rubber Industry.

Aug 17

After Repeated Delays, Nepal’s 10th National Games Finally Get New December Dates

The NSC has fixed December 2–15, 2026, for the long-delayed 10th National Games in Surkhet and approved the required standards and guidelines for the competition. The board also approved Nepal's participation in the 20th Asian Games in Japan, moved ahead with the first National Para Games from December 30, and discussed the continuing ANFA dispute.

Aug 14

Nepal’s Asian Games Esports Participation At Risk Despite Qualifying In Three Titles

Nepal’s qualified esports teams in Honor of Kings, PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang face the risk of missing the 20th Asian Games in Aichi Nagoya, Japan, as a dispute between esports associations creates serious registration problems.

Aug 10

Nepal Airlines To Increase Japan Flights To Four Times A Week From September

Nepal Airlines Corporation will increase Kathmandu-Narita-Kathmandu flights to four times a week from September 18, citing rising passenger demand and the upcoming festival season. The airline’s widebody aircraft Annapurna has also returned to regular service after completing major maintenance.

Aug 7

Nepal Cancels Historic International Tibetan Studies Conference Amid Diplomatic Sensitivities

Nepal has canceled the 17th International Association for Tibetan Studies (IATS) Conference following a government request. The event was expected to bring 720 delegates from 39 countries to Kathmandu.

Aug 5

Nepal Welcomes 71,775 International Visitors In July 2026 As Tourism Recovery Reaches 95.8% Of Pre-Pandemic Level

Nepal welcomed 71,775 international visitors in July 2026, with tourist arrivals increasing 2.3 percent compared to the same month last year. South Asia contributed the highest share of visitors, while Nepal’s tourism recovery reached 95.8 percent of the pre-pandemic level.

Aug 4

Nepal’s Goldstar Is Stepping Into Japan. Could This Be The Global Breakthrough Nepali Manufacturing Has Been Waiting For?

Goldstar Stride Limited has partnered with Goldstar Japan Company Limited to expand the Goldstar footwear brand in Japan after Japanese representatives approved production standards at the company's manufacturing facilities. The agreement is expected to boost Nepal's exports, create jobs, strengthen Nepal–Japan economic ties, and showcase Nepali manufacturing in one of the world's most quality-conscious markets.

Jul 29

Ambassador Appointments Delayed As Political Tension Between Prime Minister And Foreign Minister Grows

Nepal’s ambassador appointment process has been delayed after five career diplomats recommended by Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal failed to receive Cabinet approval. The delay comes as reported tension between Prime Minister Balendra Shah and the foreign minister grows, while Nepal continues to face ambassador vacancies in up to 22 diplomatic missions.

Jul 28

Nagdhunga–Sisnekhola Tunnel to Open on July 27; Nepal's First Modern Road Tunnel Begins Trial Operations

Nepal's first modern road tunnel, the Nagdhunga–Sisnekhola Tunnel, opens on July 27 with a three-month trial period. Check official toll rates, vehicle restrictions, two-wheeler ban, and key details.

Jul 24

From Nepali Kitchens to Global Shelves: How Pickles Became a Rs 21 Crore Export

Nepal exported pickles worth Rs211.69 million during the first 11 months of the last fiscal year, reaching more than a dozen countries, with Italy, Australia and the United Kingdom emerging as the three largest markets. The growth is being driven by entrepreneurs who are converting traditional household recipes into branded businesses that create jobs, support local agriculture and introduce Nepali flavours to international consumers.

Jul 21

Nepal’s Dog Chew Exports Grow Despite US Tariff, Industry Eyes Rs 10 Billion European Market

Nepal's dog chew exports increased by 7 percent despite a 10 percent US tariff, reaching Rs 4.29 billion in the first 11 months of the fiscal year. Industry leaders believe exports could exceed Rs 10 billion if Nepal gains access to the European Union market by meeting international animal health standards.

Jul 13

67 Nepalese D*e In Japan As Financial Pressure And Mental Health Concerns Grow

At least 67 Nepalese citizens d*ed in Japan over the past ten months, including 25 su*cide cases, with many victims being student visa holders working part-time. Rising living costs, education loans, work restrictions, and weak support systems have raised serious concerns about the wellbeing of Nepalese living in Japan.

Jun 25

Nepali Students In Japan Allegedly Cheated By Fellow Nepali As Dozens Lose Millions Of Yen

Nepali Students In Japan Allegedly Cheated By Fellow Nepali As Dozens Lose Millions Of Yen In Fake Job And Visa Promise Scam While Victims Face Visa Problems, Financial Crisis, And Uncertain Future

May 24