Nepal News Evening Briefing | Friday, November 13, 2026
Summary
Nepal’s top political, diplomatic, economic, and sporting updates include new Supreme Court judges taking oath, government talks on China and India relations, and a crackdown in a major embezzlement case. The briefing also covers health insurance renewal changes, climate finance concerns at COP-31, and Chitwan Rhinos’ win in the Nepal Premier League.
Key Points
- Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Sharma administered the oath to four newly appointed Supreme Court judges in the presence of President Ram Chandra Poudel.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah directed an RSP parliamentary delegation to prioritize bilateral cooperation during its upcoming China visit, while ministers held talks on trade with India and Nepali diaspora issues at COP-31.
- The Health Insurance Board suspended direct digital renewals and required compulsory family KYC updates, and the CIB arrested a suspect in the Dairy Development Corporation embezzlement case.
- Chitwan Rhinos defeated Janakpur Bolts by four wickets in the Nepal Premier League, while Nvidia’s interim CEO story rounded out the international business briefing.
