The Bhote Koshi flash floods have left 2,465 people missing and caused estimated damage of Rs 472.66 billion.
Society & Community
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority reported 2,294 Nepali citizens and 171 foreign nationals missing after the Bhote Koshi flash floods and gave families seven days to report discrepancies; reconstruction costs are projected at Rs 706.65 billion. Nepal Police reported 10 deaths and 266 injuries in road accidents nationwide in the 24 hours reported on November 7, and urged drivers and pedestrians to take more care.
Politics & Governance
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal arrived in Antalya to lead Nepal’s delegation at COP-31, scheduled for November 9–20. He is due to address the opening session on November 9, join a mountain-resilience event with Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Bhutan and Pakistan, and hold bilateral meetings before returning on November 14.
Economy & Business
Nepal launched a Visit Nepal campaign with TikTok that will run through the end of 2026 and feature nine international travel content creators visiting sites around the country, alongside local creators and celebrities.
Date: November 08, 2026 (AD) | B.S.: Kartik 23, 2083
Top News
1. Nepal launches Visit Nepal campaign in partnership with TikTok (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Nepal has launched the Visit Nepal campaign in partnership with TikTok, aiming to promote the country's tourism through digital storytelling and content creation. The campaign, which runs until the end of 2026, will feature nine international travel content creators visiting various tourist sites in Nepal, and includes collaboration with local creators and celebrities to enhance Nepal's global tourism appeal. Minister for Information and Communications Dr. Bikram Timilsina emphasized the importance of digital platforms in transforming tourism promotion and connecting local communities to the global economy.
2. 10 died, 266 injured in nationwide road accidents over 24 hours: Nepal Police (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Ten people died and 266 were injured in road accidents across Nepal in a 24-hour period, as reported by Nepal Police on November 7. Lumbini Province had the highest casualties with one death and 86 injuries, followed by Madhesh Province with three fatalities and 35 injuries. Police have urged increased caution among drivers and pedestrians to address the rising traffic incidents.
3. जनताको प्रश्न दबाएर सत्य लुकाउन सकिँदैन : कांग्रेस मधेस प्रदेश उपसभापति सिंह (rajdhanidaily.com)
Nepali Congress Madhesh Province Vice President Birendra Singh urged the government to uphold truth, justice, and the rule of law, emphasizing that suppressing citizens' questions is contrary to democratic values. He criticized the government's tendency to label dissenters as adversaries and called for accountability, stating that citizens have the right to question government actions and demand transparency. Singh highlighted the importance of dialogue, tolerance, and the need for the government to accept criticism as an opportunity for improvement.
4. अस्ट्रेलियाका प्रधानमन्त्री अल्बानिजको नेपाल फेस्टिभल भ्रमणले प्रवासी नेपाली समुदायमा उत्साह (nepalnews.com)
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese participated in the Nepal Festival 2026 in Sydney, celebrating cultural ties with the Nepali community. Santosh Kunwar, president of the Non-Resident Nepali Association Australia, emphasized the significance of Albanese's presence, highlighting the contributions of Nepali Australians in various sectors and urging the Australian government to expand support for youth development and cultural programs. Kunwar also called for enhanced cooperation between Nepal and Australia on climate change research and disaster preparedness, while advocating for the recognition of the contributions of Nepalis living abroad to national development.
5. Three newly appointed ambassadors present credentials to President Paudel (english.onlinekhabar.com)
Three newly appointed ambassadors to Nepal presented their credentials to President Ram Chandra Paudel at the President’s Office in Sheetal Niwas. The ambassadors are Sudhakar Dalela from India, Vithaya Xayavong from Laos, and Alonso Miguel from Panama, with Dalela serving as a resident ambassador. The ceremony included senior Nepal government officials and featured a traditional escort in horse-drawn carriages.
6. काठमाडौँ महानगरले तोकेको विभिन्न ३३ स्थानबाट फूल बिक्री सुरु (तस्बिरहरू) (www.ratopati.com)
Kathmandu Metropolitan City has begun selling domestic flowers at 33 designated locations, as part of an initiative by the Environment Management Department. The government has prohibited the production, import, sale, and storage of plastic flowers under the Environment Protection Act, 2019, aiming to support local farmers and meet the growing demand for flowers through domestic production.
7. शुभकामना आदानप्रदान कार्यक्रमको बीचमा उठेर किन हिँडे गृहमन्त्री ? (www.onlinekhabar.com)
During a greetings exchange program, Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak abruptly left the event, raising questions about his departure. The reason for his exit has not been disclosed, leading to speculation among attendees.
8. Foreign Minister Khanal arrives in Antalya for COP-31 (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal has arrived in Antalya, Türkiye, to lead the Nepali delegation at COP-31, scheduled from November 9 to 20. He will address the opening session on November 9 and participate in a high-level event on mountain resilience, organized with Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Bhutan, and Pakistan, as well as hold bilateral meetings before returning on November 14.
9. न्यायाधीशको संसदीय सुनुवाइमा देखिएको अदालतको ‘अनुहार’ (www.onlinekhabar.com)
During the parliamentary hearing for judges, concerns were raised regarding the integrity and transparency of the judiciary. Observers noted a lack of accountability and the need for reforms to restore public trust in the judicial system.
10. Kathmandu Cable: Inside Kathmandu’s political corridors (theannapurnaexpress.com)
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has reported 2,294 Nepali citizens and 171 foreign nationals missing due to the Bhote Koshi flash floods, with a seven-day period for families to report discrepancies. The floods have caused an estimated Rs 472.66 billion in damages, leading to projected reconstruction costs of Rs 706.65 billion. In political developments, former Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba acknowledged potential corruption allegations regarding party faction recognition, while the Nepali Communist Party Chairman Pushpa Kamal Dahal expressed hope for justice following the removal of Nepal Police Chief Dan Bahadur Karki, who has appealed the decision.
Forex
| Currency Pair | Rate (NPR) |
|---|---|
| USD → NPR | 150.56 |
| CAD → NPR | 106.94 |
| AUD → NPR | 103.43 |
| GBP → NPR | 201.55 |
| JPY → NPR | 9.51 |
Metal Prices (International)
| Metal | Price (USD/oz) | Price (NPR/tola) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | $4071.26 | NPR 229,863.09 |
| Silver | $51.98 | NPR 2,934.79 |
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.
