Morning Pulse
Morning Pulse — 31 October 2026
7 WeNepal stories published in the 24 hours before the morning edition of 31 October 2026. Each links to the full report and its sources.
7 stories
1. All Arrested Journalists Released Following Directives, Minister Confirms
Prime Minister Balen Shah directed the release of media personnel detained from newsrooms.
2. Press Council Nepal Objects to Arrest of Journalist Bishwamani Subedi
Plainclothes police officers detained security reporter Bishwamani Subedi from his newsroom without a warrant.
3. Night travel banned on Kanti Highway due to landslide risks
Authorities in Makwanpur have restricted night-time vehicle movement along the route connecting Hetauda and Kathmandu.
4. Prime Minister Balen Orders Immediate Release of Detained Journalists
The Prime Minister's Secretariat confirmed no prior knowledge or involvement in police actions at newsrooms.
5. Cyclone Arnab and western winds bring rain and snow across Nepal
Weather systems originating from the Bay of Bengal and western winds have altered conditions across all seven provinces.
6. Nepal Tourism Board Invites Content Creators for Tourism Promotion
The initiative aims to highlight Himalayan destinations, cultural traditions, and lesser-known spots globally.
7. Kathmandu Sees Continuous Rain From Cyclone Arnab As Film Festival Begins
Metropolitan authorities have launched a three-day cinema event despite persistent precipitation across the valley.