October 21, 2025 · as published by Nepali news portals, newest first

Kathmandu, Oct 20: Kukur Tihar, the festival of dogs, is being celebrated at every household today, to mark the third day of Yamapanchak of this year's Tihar festival. Though Kukur Tihar falls on t...

Kathmandu, Oct 20: President Ramchandra Paudel has wished that may the festival of Tihar inspire all Nepalis to promote the aspiration of mutual goodwill, tolerance, brotherhood, good governance an...
21st October 2025, Kathmandu Biratnagar Kings have proudly unveiled their new mascot, Arna, named Purbeli Raja, ahead of the Nepal Premier League (NPL). The mascot carries deep symbolism, reflecti...

Rival faction threatens to bypass the central committee if general convention is delayed beyond mid-December. Rival factions of Nepali Congress remain at odds over whether to hold a general or a s...

Indian pharmas need a thorough revamp to protect the lives of people in developing countries. In a shocking development, nearly 25 young children died after consuming adulterated cough syrup in th...

This rise of new parties is a healthy and necessary response to diversifying alternative forces. Nepal’s journey with political parties began with a dream of participatory democracy. In the mid 20...

Nurses in Nepal are woefully paid. This exploitation of these essential healthcare workers must end. In any emergency, nurses are the first to respond. Their work routine entails long and unpredic...

Some Gen Z groups want to rethink the constitution and the federal framework it embraces. As debates over the suitability of the current constitution and the federal model it embraces resurface in...

Traders say only pistachio has become costlier as the Nepali rupee weakens; marigold and makhamali garland prices also remain stable this festive season. As Tihar, the five-day festival of lights,...

The competition, a tradition since 2015, is happening on Wednesday. To mark the auspicious occasion of Nhu Daya Bhintuna 1146 and Mha Puja, a vibrant annual mandala competition will take place in ...

It is a self-worship ritual that marks the beginning of Nepal Sambat and focuses on honouring one’s body, mind, and life, though modern lifestyles and distance have changed how it is observed. New...

KATHMANDU, Oct 21: Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Mahabir Pun, has said the Ministry would take an appropriate move to enforce the report prepared by the committee on search and st...

Stay informed and prepared: Plan your day with The Kathmandu Post’s weather updates. The Meteorological Forecasting Division said the weather will remain partly cloudy in the hilly regions of all ...
21st October 2025, Kathmandu The festive season in Nepal brings joy, family reunions, and the tradition of Dakshina (blessings, often in the form of a monetary gift). NIC Asia Digital Dakshina Sa...

KATHMANDU, Oct 21: Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has remarked that former Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chairperson KP Sharma Oli is not above the law.

The conviction ends years of legal battles over claims that his 2007 campaign received millions from Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi. Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy will be put behind bars ...

KATHMANDU, Oct 21: A scooter rider died while undergoing treatment after being seriously injured in a car accident at Mulpani, Kageshwari Manohara Municipality–6, Kathmandu.

21st October 2025, Kathmandu As digital transactions become integrated into every aspect of life, the lines between entertainment and financial risk are increasingly blurred. NIC Asia Online Game...
KATHMANDU, Oct 21: Legendary Indian comedian and actor Govardhan Asrani passed away on Sunday at the age of 84 after a prolonged illness. He died at 3 PM at Arogya Nidhi Hospital in Juhu, Mumbai, a...
WASHINGTON, Oct 21: United States President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have reached an agreement on rare earth and critical minerals as China tightens its control o...
21st October 2025, Kathmandu In a significant win for digital content accessibility in Nepal, the blockbuster film ’12 Gaun‘ has made its highly anticipated debut on the country’s dedicated Over-T...

KATHMANDU, Oct 21: Nepal Police’s Cyber Bureau has summoned lawyer Swagat Nepal for questioning over allegations of spreading misinformation against former Chief Justice and Prime Minister, Sushila...
21st October 2025, Kathmandu The path to achieving financial freedom and realizing your dreams requires a strategic, disciplined approach. The NIBL Sahabhagita Fund, Nepal’s first Ended Mutual Fun...

The brazen heist of crown jewels from the Louvre, the world’s most visited museum, has been decried by some as a national humiliation and sparked security checks across France’s multitude of cultur...

KATHMANDU, Oct 21: Prime Minister Sushila Karki is set to meet leaders of seven political parties today to discuss the upcoming elections. The meeting is scheduled for 4 PM this afternoon at the Pr...

The central bank issued only silver coins this year, citing a lack of high-purity gold, with total sales valued at around Rs130 million. Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) said around 41,000 silver coins wer...

KATHMANDU, Oct 21: The festival of lights, Tihar—also known as Yam Panchak—has formally begun from Saturday. It is the second-largest festival celebrated by Hindu Nepalis and usually falls between ...

Takaichi wins lower house vote to shatter Japan’s glass ceiling and pivot to the right. Hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi was set to become Japan’s first female prime minister on Tuesday after ...

CHITWAN, Oct 21: Two people died in a road accident in Chitwan when a scooter lost control near the airport in Bharatpur Metropolitan City–10 last night.

The 24-year-old from Kanchanpur was killed while held by Hamas. Bipin Joshi, 24, who lost his life while held captive by the Palestinian militant group Hamas, was cremated with state honours at th...

KATHMANDU, Oct 21: Draped in the national flag, the body of Bipin Joshi of Kanchanpur—killed while being held captive by Hamas in Gaza—was cremated on Tuesday morning with national honors at Bhujel...
21st October 2025, Kathmandu The Tihar festival, also known as Deepawali or Yamapanchak, is the second most significant national festival in Nepal. KBL Holiday Banking Schedule Celebrated over f...
21st October 2025, Kathmandu The festive season in Nepal, anchored by Tihar (Deepawali) and swiftly followed by Chhath Puja, represents a period of peak cultural and economic activity. Tihar, the ...

Kathmandu, October 21 The funeral of Bipin Joshi, who was killed in Israel, was held today on the bank of the Mahakali River in Kanchanpur. His final rites were performed at Bhujela Ghat on the Ma...
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