The World Bank projects Nepal's economic growth to decelerate significantly to 2.1 percent in Fiscal Year 2026, a sharp drop from 4.6 percent in FY25. This slowdown is primarily attributed to the public unrest in September 2025 and ongoing political instability, heavily impacting the services sector. A rebound to 4.7 percent is anticipated in FY27.
Nepal's tourism industry experienced a notable decline in 2025, with Indian tourist arrivals dropping by 11% between January and October. This downturn is largely attributed to the violent 'Gen Z protests' in September, which led to widespread unrest, property damage, and concerns over stability, impacting the country's crucial peak tourist season.
Approximately 2,000 tourists, both domestic and international, were rescued from Nepal's Himalayan regions on October 30, 2025, after being stranded by severe snowfall and rainfall during the peak trekking season. Rescue operations focused on areas like Manang, Mustang, and Myagdi.
A tragic incident at Kisan Feed Industry in Ratnanagar, Chitwan, resulted in the deaths of three workers and injuries to two others on Wednesday morning. A 10-inch-thick brick partition wall collapsed, leading to the casualties. Police have launched an investigation into the accident.
Heavy rainfall has triggered widespread floods and landslides across Nepal since Friday, October 3, 2025, killing at least 47 people, injuring 16, and leaving several missing. The eastern district of Ilam is particularly affected, with transportation severely disrupted and rescue operations underway.
Nepal made history by defeating West Indies by 90 runs in the second T20 International in Sharjah, clinching their maiden series win against a full ICC member with a 2-0 lead. Aasif Sheikh and Sundeep Jora starred with the bat, while Mohammad Aadil Alam led the bowling attack.
The price of gold in Nepal's domestic market reached a new record high of Rs 2,21,700 per tola on September 23, 2025. This significant surge, reported by the Federation of Nepal Gold and Silver Dealers' Association, reflects global geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainties, and restricted domestic supply, impacting consumer demand and government revenue.
Former Energy Minister Top Bahadur Rayamajhi, a key figure in Nepal's fake Bhutanese refugee scam, has returned to Sundhara Central Jail. His return follows an escape on September 9, 2025, during violent 'Gen-Z movement' protests that led to a mass jailbreak. Rayamajhi was in judicial custody for defrauding Nepalis with false promises of resettlement in the US as Bhutanese refugees.
