- Wednesday, 3 June 2026
All levels of govt. should review performance on IT sector: Minister Dr Timilsina
The meeting witnessed the issues such as hassles in service delivery owing to separate mechanisms of three levels of government, ambiguity in rights and responsibilities and tendency of not accepting the work done by one government by the other level, thereby weakening coordination.
Nepal is a priority partner under Neighbourhood first policy: Indian PM Modi
Indian PrimeMinister Narendra Modi has said that Nepal is a priority partner under Neighbourhood First policy.
CNI believes Budget for FY 2026/27 will give new direction to economy
The Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) has expressed its belief that the budget for the fiscal year 2083/84, recently presented by the government, will lay the foundation to give a new direction to the country's economy.
Nepal defeat Qatar by 8 wickets
Nepal Women Cricket team defeated Qatar by 8 wickets in Asian Cricket Council Women's Premier Cup held today in Malaysia.
Nation
All levels of govt. should review performance on IT sector: Minister Dr Timilsina
The meeting witnessed the issues such as hassles in service delivery owing to separate mechanisms of three levels of government, ambiguity in rights and responsibilities and tendency of not accepting the work done by one government by the other level, thereby weakening coordination.
Directives by Medical Education Commission to be re-introduced
The Medical Education Commission has decided to re-issue all the directives and procedures issued by the Commission in the past after going through the due legal process.
Nepal is a priority partner under Neighbourhood first policy: Indian PM Modi
Indian PrimeMinister Narendra Modi has said that Nepal is a priority partner under Neighbourhood First policy.
CPN (UML) Chair Oli urges party leaders, cadres to involve in party strengthening
CPN (UML) Chairperson KP Sharma Oli has urged party leaders and cadres to remain active in strengthening party organization.
World
Volunteers cook meals amid Ebola in Congo
Arlette Basekawike, a volunteer for the United Nations food agency in Bunia, the heart of Congo's Ebola outbreak, spends most of her time in a small shed outside a health facility preparing meals for patients and health workers.
Business
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Budget to boost up self-confidence of private sector: FNCSI
Federation of Nepal Cottage and Small Industries (FNCSI) has drawn a conclusion that the recently-unveiled government budget has increased the self-confidence of private sector.
CNI believes Budget for FY 2026/27 will give new direction to economy
The Confederation of Nepalese Industries (CNI) has expressed its belief that the budget for the fiscal year 2083/84, recently presented by the government, will lay the foundation to give a new direction to the country's economy.
Himalaya Airlines to commence direct Kathmandu–Shenzhen flights
Himalaya Airlines is set to commence its direct scheduled flight service between Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX), from June 4 (Thursday), marking a significant expansion in Nepal’s international air connectivity.
Nepal records strong tourism growth in May
Nepal welcomed 102,626 international visitor arrivals (IVAs) in May 2026, marking a strong performance in the country’s tourism sector. According to the Nepal Tourism Board, the
Sports
Nepal defeat Qatar by 8 wickets
Nepal Women Cricket team defeated Qatar by 8 wickets in Asian Cricket Council Women's Premier Cup held today in Malaysia.
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Interview
Kalinga LitFest provides int'l forum for Nepali authors: Niraula
Kathmandu is hosting the fourth edition of the Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival 2026, scheduled for June 6 and 7, at Hotel Himalya in Lalitpur. Talking to The Rising Nepal, Festival director Ranjana Niraula said th
Comedy must evolve beyond body-shaming humour: Prabhat Lama
Prabhat Lama, a renowned stand-up comedian who is a permanent resident of Mahottari district, spent more than 10 years in radio programmes, struggling to be an artist. After arriving in Kathmandu, he joined Radio-Audio, the first comedy-the
Society
From huts to modern shelters: The changed face of Musahar settlement in Lahan
The appearance of the Musahar settlement in Jahadi, Gamhariya, Ward-22 of Lahan Municipality, Siraha, has changed these days.