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Himlung avalanche death toll reaches 15, one still missing

1 October 2026

Rescuers have recovered 15 bodies from the Himlung Himal Base Camp avalanche site, with the search continuing for Pasang Nuri Sherpa of Okhaldhunga, according to Himalayan Holidays General Manager Devashish Malla.

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NNMGA, KMGA explore partnership in guide training programs

1 October 2026

The Nepal National Mountain Guide Association (NNMGA) and the Karakoram Mountain Guides Association (KMGA) of Pakistan have discussed opportunities for cooperation in mountain guide education and professional development.

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Himlung avalanche death toll rises to 11 as four more bodies recovered

1 October 2026

Rescuers recovered four more bodies from the Himlung Himal Base Camp avalanche site on Thursday, taking the death toll to 11 as the search for workers still buried under deep snow continues.

Dhaulagiri expeditions resume after weather improves
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Dhaulagiri expeditions resume after weather improves

1 October 2026

Expedition operators said today that climbing activities on Mt Dhaulagiri had resumed after weather conditions improved following torrential rain and heavy snowfall that hit the mountain region a few days ago.


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Travel & Leisure

  • Manaslu region reopens for trekking

    29 September 2026

    The Manaslu Conservation Area has resumed issuing entry permits to trekkers after weather conditions improved following recent heavy rainfall.

  • Nepal promotes tourism recovery at Tourism Expo Japan 2026

    28 September 2026

    Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), together with nine travel and hospitality companies and Nepal Airlines Corporation, participated in Tourism Expo Japan 2026 in Tokyo from Sept. 24 to 27, using the platform to promote Nepal's tourism recovery and strengthen ties with the Japanese travel market.

  • 42 candidates apply for NTB CEO post, 15 to be shortlisted

    26 September 2026

    A total of 42 applications have been received for the post of chief executive officer (CEO) of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), with 15 candidates to be shortlisted for interviews and presentations.


Aviation

Sita Air aircraft suffers wheel failure at Juphal Airport

Sita Air aircraft suffers wheel failure at Juphal Airport

24 September 2026

A Sita Air aircraft suffered a wheel failure while landing at Juphal Airport in Dolpa on Thursday morning, disrupting flights at the airport.

Helicopters put on standby as heavy rain, flood risks rise

Helicopters put on standby as heavy rain, flood risks rise

23 September 2026

Helicopter operators have been put on standby for possible rescue operations as authorities forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall, floods and landslides across several parts of the country from Friday to Sunday.

Yeti Airlines completes 28 years, highlights safety and service growth

Yeti Airlines completes 28 years, highlights safety and service growth

22 September 2026

Yeti Airlines has completed 28 years of commercial operations, serving around 900,000 passengers over the past year, according to the airline.

Cathay Pacific named among world’s top three airlines, wins two Skytrax awards

Cathay Pacific named among world’s top three airlines, wins two Skytrax awards

21 September 2026

Cathay Pacific has again been named among the world’s top three airlines, while also winning the World’s Best Cabin Crew and World’s Best First Class Airline Lounge awards at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards.


Environment

Nepali scientists set up comprehensive monitoring network at Artang Glacier in Humla

29 September 2026

As Nepal faced severe hydro-climatic disasters, a team of Nepali researchers completed one of the most intensive cryo-climatic field expeditions to Tungling Glacier, also known as Artang Glacier, in Limi Valley, Humla.

Free dental clinic planned at Everest Base Camp for mountain workers

29 September 2026

A humanitarian dental clinic will operate at Everest Base Camp during the spring 2027 climbing season to provide free dental treatment to Sherpa guides, Icefall Doctors, porters and other high-altitude workers.

Climate justice must move beyond words, PM Shah tells UN; Read Full text of his speech

25 September 2026

Prime Minister Balendra Shah has urged the international community to move climate justice beyond written commitments, calling for greater support for countries like Nepal that suffer disproportionately from climate change despite contributing little to global greenhouse gas emissions.

NTB issues travel advisory as heavy rainfall forecast across Nepal

NTB issues travel advisory as heavy rainfall forecast across Nepal

23 September 2026

The Nepal Tourism Board has urged tourists to exercise caution while travelling in Nepal from September 25 to 27 as the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several parts of the country.


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Science & Innovation

USSEC holds regional workshop on Soy for Nutrition & Innovation in Kathmandu

22 June 2026

U.S. Soybean Export Council successfully conducted a 'Soy for Nutrition & Innovation' workshop in Kathmandu, featuring regional stakeholders and experts.

With American drone on Everest, we are reaching new heights, says Sergio Gor

2 May 2026

Visiting United States Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor on Friday officially unveiled the “Ultra X Gen 2” American cargo drone built by Freefly Systems at Everest Base Camp.

T3 EXCLUSIVE: NatGeo’s weather station near Mt Everest summit gathers dust

19 April 2026

The installation of the world’s highest automatic weather station had made headlines globally in 2022, but it turned out to be rubbish in just four years.


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