Severe Budhigandaki floods and related rescue and safety actions dominated today’s news, alongside court moves affecting banking identification requirements and a leadership update in the cultural sector.
Politics & Governance
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung urged residents along the Budhigandaki River to move to safer locations as flooding intensified, including areas impacted after bridge damage in Chumnubri. He said helicopters and rescue teams were mobilized and advised residents to contact the Ministry of Home Affairs for assistance. Home Minister Sudan Gurung
Nepali Congress President Gagan Thapa expressed grief over damage in Gorkha’s Chumnubri and called for party members to support rescue and relief while urging vigilance for those living near the riverbanks. Reports also indicated air and ground rescue operations after the flash flood. Gagan Thapa
Courts & Accountability
The Supreme Court ruled that the Nepal Rastra Bank cannot require the National Identity Card as the sole identification method for opening or updating bank accounts, partially quashing the Integrated Directive, 2082. The decision is intended to reduce banking access barriers for citizens without an NID, though compliance challenges remain. Supreme Court of Nepal
As the ruling takes effect, banks and citizens may continue to face issues if institutions require additional documents beyond the court’s interpretation of the NID requirement. This development directly targets an accountability concern around restrictive banking directives. Nepal Rastra Bank
Economy & Business
There were no new economy or business policy outcomes reported beyond the Supreme Court order affecting banking account access tied to NID requirements. The court’s intervention is expected to influence how financial institutions process identification checks for account updates and openings. Integrated Directive, 2082
Society & Community
Rescue efforts continued after flash floods in Gorkha, with the Nepal Army rescuing six people from Jagat village as authorities warned of landslide risk. Damage reports included destruction of houses and bridges, while residents were advised to evacuate from high-risk areas. Nepal Army rescue
Community impacts extended to evacuations in Aarughat bazar as Budhigandaki flooding forced precautionary movement of residents. Local and state authorities also issued alerts as water levels remained above danger marks in sections up to Muglin. Aarughat bazar being evacuated Flood Forecasting Division warning
International solidarity also featured in today’s updates, with the Australian Prime Minister extending Dashain greetings and expressing support for Nepalis affected by flooding. The outreach highlighted broader attention to humanitarian needs arising from the disaster. Australian Prime Minister
A separate cultural development saw Sharma elected president of the folk song academy, marking a leadership change for the organization. Sharma elected president
Date: October 11, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Aswin 25, 2083
Top News
1. Gagan Thapa expresses grief over Budhigandaki flood damage, urges help with rescue (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Gagan Thapa, President of the Nepali Congress, expressed sorrow over the severe flooding in the Budhigandaki River that devastated Gorkha’s Chumnubri area, destroying two bridges and affecting numerous homes. He urged residents along the riverbanks to remain vigilant and follow local authorities' guidance, while calling on party members to assist in rescue and relief efforts for those impacted. The floods have raised concerns about further risks in the region, with reports of six individuals rescued by air.
2. Nepal Army rescues six people after Budhigandaki flash flood (theannapurnaexpress.com)
The Nepal Army has successfully rescued six individuals from Jagat village following a flash flood in the Budhigandaki River. Rescue teams have been deployed by air and land, and residents in the area have been advised to evacuate due to the risk of landslides. The situation remains critical, with reports of significant damage to infrastructure, including the destruction of 35 houses in Gorkha's Chumanubri and the Machhikhola Bridge.
3. Four missing after flash flood in Gorkha; 15 yaks swept away (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Four individuals are missing following a flash flood from Ungilung Khola in Chumnubri Rural Municipality-6, Gorkha, which also swept away 15 yaks and several cattle sheds. The flood caused significant damage, including the destruction of the Machhikhola bridge and impacted infrastructure in Machhikhola Bazaar. The total disaster damage is estimated at Rs 227 billion, with Rs 63 billion requested for immediate reconstruction efforts.
4. Home Minister urges residents along Budhi Gandaki to move to safety (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Home Minister Sudan Gurung has urged residents along the Budhi Gandaki River to evacuate to safer locations due to severe flooding, which has already swept away a bridge in Chumnubri Rural Municipality, Gorkha. He reported that floodwaters have entered homes in the Ghattikhola area and mobilized helicopters and rescue teams for relief operations. Gurung emphasized the importance of safety and advised those needing assistance to contact the Ministry of Home Affairs.
5. Budhigandaki flood poses high risk up to Muglin (theannapurnaexpress.com)
The Flood Forecasting Division has issued a warning of high flood risk along the Budhigandaki river up to Muglin, with water levels above the danger mark. Residents near the Trishuli river and in Chitwan and Nawalparasi are advised to remain vigilant and seek safety. Recent floods have caused significant damage, including the destruction of eight bridges in Tanahun and the loss of 35 houses in Gorkha’s Chumanubri.
6. नेपाली समुदायलाई अस्ट्रेलियाका प्रधानमन्त्रीले दिए दशैंको शुभकामना, बाढीपीडित नेपालीसँग ऐक्यबद्धता व्यक्त (www.onlinekhabar.com)
Australian Prime Minister extended Dashain greetings to the Nepali community and expressed solidarity with flood-affected Nepalis. He acknowledged the challenges faced by those impacted by the recent flooding in Nepal.
7. Supreme Court Steps In to Ease Banking Woes Over Mandatory NID (theannapurnaexpress.com)
The Supreme Court of Nepal has ruled that the Nepal Rastra Bank cannot require the National Identity Card (NID) as the sole identification method for opening or updating bank accounts, partially quashing its Integrated Directive, 2082. This decision aims to alleviate banking access issues for citizens lacking an NID, although many still face challenges due to banks requesting multiple identification documents.
8. Budhi Gandaki flood: Aarughat bazar being evacuated (risingnepaldaily.com)
Aarughat bazar is being evacuated due to flooding from the Budhi Gandaki River. Authorities are taking precautionary measures to ensure the safety of residents in the area.
9. बूढीगण्डकी तटीय क्षेत्रका बासिन्दालाई सुरक्षित स्थानमा जान गृहमन्त्रीको आग्रह (newsofnepal.com)
Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has urged residents of the Budhigandaki riverbank area to move to safer locations and exercise heightened caution due to rising river flows. Following the collapse of a bridge connecting Nyakchet and Filim Bazar in Chumanubri Municipality-3 and flooding in some homes in the Ghatekhola area, he announced the mobilization of Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and local administration for rescue and relief efforts. Gurung specifically advised residents in the regions of Sirdibas, Jagat, Salleri, Kholbesi, Machakhola, Soti, Arkhhet, and Arughatt to remain vigilant and contact the Ministry of Home Affairs for emergency assistance.
10. Sharma elected president of folk song academy (risingnepaldaily.com)
Sharma has been elected as the president of the folk song academy. This decision reflects a new leadership direction for the organization.
Forex
| Currency Pair | Rate (NPR) |
|---|---|
| USD → NPR | 155.08 |
| CAD → NPR | 108.99 |
| AUD → NPR | 108.25 |
| GBP → NPR | 205.35 |
| JPY → NPR | 9.8 |
Metal Prices (International)
| Metal | Price (USD/oz) | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | $4194.94 | NPR 243,956.47 |
| Silver | $60.85 | NPR 3,538.73 |
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