Kathmandu
Monday, October 27, 2025
KATHMANDU: Nepal News is transforming the way stories are told in Nepal. No longer content with simply reporting events, our journalists dig deeper, asking not only what is happening, but why it matters.
Each story is carefully planned, with clear assignments, structured outlines, thorough research, verified data, and insightful quotes. Every piece is thoughtfully edited and crafted to provide clarity amid the noise.
Every week, we present a curated selection of stories that capture the heartbeat of Nepal — from groundbreaking investigative reports to human-interest features, policy analyses, and cultural insights. These are more than just news stories; they are windows into the forces shaping our society, economy, and daily lives.
Here’s a look at the seven standout features from last week, each reflecting our commitment to quality journalism, storytelling depth, and editorial integrity. Explore these stories to understand not just the headlines, but the narratives behind them.
NIC Asia Bank suffers from institutional mismanagement
Uddab Thapa, Special Correspondent at Nepal News, presents an exposé on the financial turmoil at NIC Asia Bank, where years of regulatory non-compliance and aggressive lending, despite warnings from Nepal Rastra Bank, culminated in the recent resignation of CEO Roshan Kumar Neupane. The bank’s profit plunged by nearly 77 percent, signaling a systemic crisis fueled by poor investment quality and manipulated accounts.
https://english.nepalnews.com/s/business/nic-asia-bank-suffers-from-institutional-mismanagement/
Different images of the two countries seen in Korala
Dharmendra Bihwal presents an exposé on the alarming disparity and minimal state presence observed at the high-altitude Korala border crossing in Mustang, connecting Nepal with China. While the Chinese side features massive, modern infrastructure, Nepal’s border presence past the Nhechhung Armed Police Post (14 km away) is virtually non-existent after 12 PM, raising serious security and governance questions. The immigration office remains locked, leaving only temporary Nepali shops against the grand Chinese development.
https://english.nepalnews.com/s/feature/different-images-of-the-two-countries-seen-in-korala/
Nepali ‘tiger’ excels in sporting showdown
Deep Subedi, a correspondent at Nepal News, presents an exclusive report on the national cricket team’s vice-captain, Dipendra Singh Airee, whose unparalleled fielding prowess has single-handedly redefined the importance of the skill in Nepali cricket, turning it from a mere support system into a decisive match-winning weapon, earning him the nickname ‘Tiger’.
https://english.nepalnews.com/s/sports/nepali-tiger-excels-in-sporting-showdown/
Maoist Centre, Unified Socialist closer to unity, Biplav distancing himself
Mani Dahal, a special correspondent at Nepal News, presents an exposé on the news summary: Party unity efforts between the CPN (Maoist Centre), CPN (Unified Socialist), and Nepal Samajwadi Party (NSP) have reached the final stage. NSP Chairman Mahendra Raya Yadav confirmed a theoretical agreement, stating that Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ would be the first-ranking Chairman and Madhav Kumar Nepal the second in the new party, tentatively named CPN (Socialist). The CPN (Unified Socialist) has called a Central Committee meeting on October 29 to ratify the decision, despite internal resistance from senior leaders like Jhala Nath Khanal.
Stanford archive reveals Dirgha Raj Koirala’s autobiography
Lokranjan Parajuli presents an exposé on the news summary: A historic essay by educator Dirgha Raj Koirala (1920–2010), recovered from US archives, details his family’s exile, his Indian education, and his return to a career as a founding headmaster and government official. The writing profoundly emphasizes his commitment to selfless service for uplifting the “oppressed, ignorant masses” of Nepal.
https://english.nepalnews.com/s/feature/stanford-archive-reveals-dirgha-raj-koiralas-autobiography/
The dark side of expensive Yarsagumba
Mahesh Nepali presents an exposé on the news summary: Om Prakash Budha (21) of Mohari village, Jumla, was nearly killed by altitude sickness on his first Yarsagumba hunt, a high-risk venture for villagers seeking money for education. After a dramatic helicopter rescue financed by a Rs 900,000 loan, the forestry student survived but now his family is burdened with debt. His ordeal highlights how the vital ‘herb of life’ is often a cause of death and financial distress for Jumla’s youth.
https://english.nepalnews.com/s/travel-tourism/the-dark-side-of-expensive-yarsagumba/
Give the OTP, lose the cash
Khila Nath Dhakal, a special correspondent at Nepal News, presents an exposé on the news summary: A surge in digital wallet fraud is hitting users, exemplified by one victim, “Solukhumbu-5,” who lost Rs 2.4 million in late February 2025. Scammers, using a fake “eSewa Service Center” Truecaller ID, lured the victim with a “reward” and tricked him into sharing his OTPs. The police have recorded 223 complaints of OTP misuse, stressing that public caution is the main defense against rising digital crime.
https://english.nepalnews.com/s/crime-news/give-the-otp-lose-the-cash/
