Nepal News Evening Briefing | Thursday, November 12, 2026
Summary
Nepal’s day brought climate talks, a fatal electric bus crash in Makwanpur, and political developments including a Madhesh Assembly confidence vote and Top Bahadur Rayamajhi’s release from prison. The briefing also covered a proposed science and technology bill, cross-border talks with India, and Nepal Premier League cricket results.
Key Points
- COP-31 officials in Antalya urged clean energy expansion, adaptation finance, and stronger climate action for vulnerable countries like Nepal.
- A 5-member committee was formed to investigate the fatal electric bus accident in Makwanpur that killed 14 people and injured 6.
- The government advanced the draft Science, Technology and Innovation Bill, 2026, while other political updates included the Madhesh Assembly’s upcoming confidence vote and Top Bahadur Rayamajhi’s release from prison.
- Nepal’s industry and communications ministers held international meetings in India and Qatar, and the Nepal Premier League featured wins for Biratnagar Kings and Lumbini Lions.
