According to the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, river flows in the Koshi, Madhesh, and Bagmati provinces are expected to increase significantly on Thursday. The cyclone's impact is likely to persist until Saturday, and residents living near riverbanks have been urged to remain vigilant.
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- US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Washington has reached a landmark one-year trade pact with China, slashing US tariffs on Chinese imports from 57 per cent to 47 per cent, moments after his much-anticipated meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the APEC Summit in Busan, South Korea. 
- During his multi-nation visit, Trump secured billions of dollars in new investments, announced the end of a regional conflict, signed multiple trade and minerals agreements, and held a historic meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. 
- Speaking at the Turning Point USA Event in Mississippi on Wednesday, Vance said the administration's push for H-1B reform was aimed at ensuring fairness for US workers and restoring the visa's original purpose--to retain top global talent, not replace domestic labour with cheaper alternatives. 
- US President Donald Trump on Thursday ordered the immediate resumption of nuclear weapons testing, citing Russia's recent trials of advanced nuclear-capable systems, including a Poseidon underwater drone, in a dramatic escalation that raised fears of a new arms race between the two nuclear superpowers. 
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- Imran Khan urged the government to immediately recognise Mahmood Khan Achakzai and Allama Raja Nasir Abbas as opposition leaders, while reaffirming his support for key PTI members. He also condemned Israel's Gaza strikes and criticised jail authorities for defying court orders on his visitation rights, Dawn reported. 
- The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has terminated the automatic extension of Employment Authorisation Documents (EADs) for immigrants filing renewal applications, effective for submissions on or after October 30. 
- US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Busan, South Korea, ahead of the 2025 APEC Summit, hinting at a possible trade deal. Both leaders expressed optimism about strengthening ties amid ongoing trade tensions and discussions on tariffs, technology, and fentanyl control. 
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will visit Kuala Lumpur to attend the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus on November 1, where he will address the forum on strengthening regional defence ties. He will also join the ASEAN-India informal meeting to boost cooperation under India's 'Act East Policy'. 
- US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Busan, saying, 'An honour to have you with us.' The meeting, held ahead of the APEC Summit, aimed to ease tensions over tariffs and trade restrictions, marking their first in-person talks since Trump's return to office. 
- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday reiterated his call for a renewed spirit of cooperation between China and the US, saying that the two major economic powerhouses should view themselves as partners and friends, stating that history and current realities demand cooperation rather than confrontation. 
- US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Busan for a bilateral meeting ahead of the APEC Summit. It was their first in-person meeting since Trump's return to office, focusing on trade, tariffs, and security issues, with Trump calling Xi a 'very tough negotiator.' 
- United States President Donald Trump arrived in South Korea on Thursday ahead of his highly anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking a crucial development in the ongoing trade discussions between Washington and Beijing. 
- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday departed from Beijing to attend the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting in Gyeongju and to undertake a state visit to the Republic of Korea (ROK) at the invitation of ROK President Lee Jae-myung, Xinhua reported. 
- US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced that he has given South Korea 'approval' to build a nuclear-powered Submarine. 
- The US Senate on Wednesday (local time) voted 50-46 to revoke President Donald Trump's authority to impose steep tariffs on Canada, following his recent decision to raise tariffs on the country by an additional 10 per cent over a television ad that criticised his trade policies 
- As part of ongoing humanitarian efforts under the UAE's 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3', the largest convoy of water tankers has been dispatched to northern Gaza in a concerted effort to alleviate the worsening humanitarian crisis and address the acute shortage of potable water. 
- Senior Pakistani officials have expressed contrasting views on how to address ongoing tensions with the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, underscoring internal divisions within Islamabad's approach to Kabul 
- Under the patronage of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and under the supervision of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the Organising Committee of the Sheikh Zayed Festival announced the completion of all preparations for the launch of the new 2025-2026 season. The festival will be held from November 1, 2025, to March 22, 2026, at Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi. 
- Sheikh Hasina, exiled in New Delhi, announced that millions of Awami League supporters will boycott Bangladesh's next national election. She made this announcement after the party was banned from participating, calling the ban unjust. 
- Easy for Islamabad to push them ‘back to caves’: Asif 
- US President Donald Trump is 'looking forward' to his scheduled meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Busan, South Korea, on Thursday. 
- Russia has successfully conducted a test of its advanced nuclear-capable underwater drone, Poseidon, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Wednesday 
- At least 25 people were killed in southern Haiti after a river burst its banks due to heavy rainfall triggered by Hurricane Melissa, CNN reported, citing local authorities. 
- King Charles III and Queen Camilla visited BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Neasden, London - popularly known as 'Neasden Temple' - to mark the Temple's 30th anniversary, coinciding with Diwali and the Hindu New Year celebrations 
- The High Commission of India in London hosted a special welcome reception for newly arrived Indian students who have begun their academic journey across universities in the United Kingdom. 
- Official Spokesperson for the MEA, Randhir Jaiswal said, 'Reiterating India's commitment towards India-Nepal Development cooperation. Neighbourhood First policy.' 
- The death toll in the police raids on drug traffickers in Rio de Janeiro has risen to 119, Al Jazeera reported, citing the Brazillian Police officers. The figure marks a sharp rise from the earlier reported toll of 64. 
- Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to elevating the India-Russia Defence Cooperation. 
- His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, dispatched similar messages to President Pereira. 
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