Flood-related recovery, governance and legal decisions, and accountability actions across public and private sectors shaped today’s developments.
Politics & Governance
The Supreme Court ordered a halt to rules tied to constitutional amendment measures that were passed unilaterally by the RSS, underscoring procedural requirements for constitutional change. The order is expected to affect ongoing efforts to implement those amendment-related rules. Supreme Court also signaled that governance outcomes in constitutional matters should follow established legal pathways.
In the legislature, the House of Representatives’ Finance Committee unanimously passed a report on a bill to amend the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, 2058, following a clause-by-clause discussion. The committee report will now be presented in the upcoming House session. Finance Committee
Courts & Accountability
In legal accountability related to flood impacts, families of missing Rasuwa flood victims reported difficulty registering deaths of relatives whose bodies have not been recovered, citing a legal gap. The Rasuwa District Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Committee urged the Ministry of Home Affairs to create a policy mechanism for registering such deaths, to reduce the burden on grieving families and complicating claims. Rasuwa flood death certificate
Separately, Nepal Oil Corporation took action against a fuel station and three oil tankers over alleged diesel theft, imposing a Rs 100,000 fine and suspending operations for six months. NOC filed a complaint with the District Police Office, Rupandehi, for further investigation, after police reportedly found evidence of tampered mechanical locks allowing extraction. diesel theft case
Society & Community
Flood response efforts continued for the Bhotekoshi disaster, with reports indicating 63 people from Jumla remain missing nearly at the latest update, while 1,399 bodies have been recovered and 607 tourists from 34 countries are still unaccounted for. Patarasi Rural Municipality reported relief of Rs 41,000 per family for affected households. Bhotekoshi flood missing
Financial support also expanded: Kathmandu University announced Rs 8.5 million for victims through the Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund, and Tribhuvan University declared NPR 92.5 million assistance for flood-affected people. Additional contributions by other groups were also mentioned in connection with the Bhotekoshi response. Kathmandu University aid and Tribhuvan University assistance
Elsewhere, authorities found four bodies and additional human remains inside the Chilime tunnel, and investigations are underway to confirm identities and circumstances. Separately, timber market pressures in the Koshi region were highlighted as prices rose and stock reportedly remained unsold. Chilime tunnel remains and unsold timber in Koshi
Date: September 17, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Aswin 01, 2083
Top News
1. Legal gap leaves Rasuwa flood families unable to register deaths of missing relatives (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Families of missing relatives from the Rasuwa floods are performing last rites with symbolic bodies made of kusha grass, as local authorities struggle to register these deaths due to legal gaps. The Rasuwa District Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Committee has urged the Ministry of Home Affairs to create a policy for registering deaths of individuals whose bodies have not been recovered, highlighting the cumbersome process that complicates insurance claims and official confirmations. Officials express concern that the judicial process required for declaring missing persons dead is burdensome for grieving families, and they advocate for a more accessible registration mechanism.
2. NOC takes action against fuel station, three oil tankers over alleged diesel theft (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) has penalized Saraf Oil Stores with a Rs 100,000 fine and suspended its operations for six months due to alleged diesel theft from three oil tankers en route to its Bhalbari depot. The tankers, operated by Poudel Transport, BNS Transport Service, and Trimurti Transport Pvt Ltd, had their mechanical locks tampered with, allowing diesel extraction, which was discovered by police during an inspection. NOC has filed a complaint with the District Police Office, Rupandehi, for further investigation into the incident and previous allegations of collusion between tanker operators and fuel station owners.
3. रास्वपाले एकलौटी पास गरेका संविधान संशोधनबारेका नियम कार्यान्वयन नगर्न सर्वोच्चको आदेश (www.onlinekhabar.com)
The Supreme Court of Nepal has ordered the implementation of rules regarding constitutional amendments passed unilaterally by the Rastriya Swatantra Party to be halted. This decision emphasizes the need for adherence to proper procedures in constitutional matters.
4. Bhotekoshi flood: 63 people from Jumla still missing (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Sixty-three individuals from Jumla district remain missing following the Bhotekoshi floods on August 26, with 30 of the originally unaccounted 93 people having been contacted. The Patarasi Rural Municipality has provided relief of Rs 41,000 per family to those affected, totaling Rs 2.47 million in aid collected for flood victims. Additionally, 1,399 bodies have been recovered, and 607 tourists from 34 countries are also reported missing.
5. Kathmandu University contributes Rs 8.5 million in aid to Bhotekoshi flood victims (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Kathmandu University has donated Rs 8.5 million to aid victims of the Bhotekoshi floods, with the funds transferred to the Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund. Additionally, the Kathmandu University Teachers' Association contributed Rs 25,000 to the same fund, while various organizations in Kavrepalanchowk district have also provided support. As of now, 1,399 bodies have been recovered, and 607 tourists from 34 countries are reported missing.
6. Finance Committee unanimously passes report on bill to amend NRB Act, 2058 (theannapurnaexpress.com)
The Finance Committee of the House of Representatives has unanimously passed a report on the bill to amend the Nepal Rastra Bank Act, 2058, following a clause-by-clause discussion. The report will be presented at the upcoming House meeting.
7. 4 bodies and human remains found inside Chilime tunnel (risingnepaldaily.com)
Four bodies and additional human remains were discovered inside the Chilime tunnel in Nepal. Authorities are investigating the incident to determine the identities of the deceased and the circumstances surrounding their presence in the tunnel.
8. Govt committed to promoting films on art, culture: Minister (risingnepaldaily.com)
The government of Nepal is dedicated to promoting films that focus on art and culture, according to the Minister of Communications and Information Technology. This initiative aims to enhance the representation of Nepal's rich cultural heritage through cinema.
9. बाढी प्रभावितका लागि त्रिभुवन विश्वविद्यालयको नौ करोड २५ लाख सहयोग (www.onlinekhabar.com)
Tribhuvan University has announced a financial assistance of NPR 92.5 million for flood-affected individuals. This support aims to aid those impacted by recent flooding in the region.
10. Expensive timber remains unsold in Koshi (risingnepaldaily.com)
Timber prices in the Koshi region have surged, leading to a significant amount of unsold stock. Local traders are struggling to find buyers due to the high costs, impacting the timber market in the area.
Forex
| Currency Pair | Rate (NPR) |
|---|---|
| USD → NPR | 153.84 |
| CAD → NPR | 110.45 |
| AUD → NPR | 109.7 |
| GBP → NPR | 207.19 |
| JPY → NPR | 9.92 |
Metal Prices (International)
| Metal | Price (USD/oz) | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | $4293.03 | NPR 247,664.64 |
| Silver | $63.7 | NPR 3,674.85 |
Disclaimer
- Forex rates are sourced from the Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).
- International gold and silver prices are sourced from swissquote.
- Nepal gold and silver prices are sourced from Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association.
Prices are provided for informational purposes only and may be delayed, or inaccurate.
