- Sunday, 22 March 2026
Efforts to stop children's use in election period stressed
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Stakeholders working in child rights, safeguarding and protection have emphasized the need for collective action to identify, prevent and respond to emerging risks faced by children, particularly in digital spaces and during election periods.
JEMC completes printing of school textbooks, all set to begin distribution
The printing of text books for the academic session 2083 has been almost complete, according to Janak Education Materials Centre (JEMC). It is also learnt that text
World Poetry Day marked
A literary evening dedicated to World Poetry Day was organised in Kathmandu on Friday, bringing together poets, writers, and literary enthusiasts in a vibrant celebration of verse and cultural exchange.
BTS returns for Seoul comeback concert after 4-year hiatus
After a four-year break, K-pop supergroup BTS returned Saturday with a massive, free comeback concert in Seoul, where thousands of police locked down a central boulevard for the Netflix-exclusive spectacle that drew tens of thousands of fans.
Nation
Nepalgunj customs fails to meet revenue collection target
Nepalgunj Customs Office has collected only about 52 percent of the target revenue in the first eight months of the current fiscal year.
Gulmi hills adorned with rhododendron blooms
Forests and hillsides across Gulmi district have turned red with blooming rhododendrons (locally called laliguras), attracting large numbers of visitors. However, increasing incidents of people plu
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World Water Day being observed today
The World Water Day 2026 is being observed with a variety of programmes today. The day is being observed across the globe today under the theme "Water and Gender," and slogan "Where water flows, equality grows".
Possibility of rain in Koshi and Lumbini
There is possibility of light rain and snowfall with thunder and lightning and at one or two places in the Tarai region of Koshi and Lumbini Provinces, as well as at a few places in the hilly and mountainous regions of the country today.
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World
Iranians mark Eid as Trump considers ending war
Thousands of Iranians held Eid al-Fitr prayers on Saturday to mark the end of the Ramadan fast, against the backdrop of war with the United States and Israel, which reportedly carried out a strike on Iran's Natanz nuclear site.
Business
Rain causes millions in losses to brick industries
Brick makers in various districts of Madhes Province, including Saptari, Mahottari and Sarlahi, have suffered heavy losses after unseasonal rain and storms damaged large quantities of raw bricks prepared for firing.
Bakrahaghat remains unfinished even after three years
Bakrahaghat, being constructed on the banks of the Bakrahakhola in Urlabari-4, Morang, has remained incomplete even three years after the construction work began. Due to rapid urbanisation and increasing pop
No fertiliser shortage in Koshi
Farmers in Koshi Province, who in previous years faced acute shortages of chemical fertiliser at the start of the planting season, have experienced relief this year, with no complaints reported so far.
Pokhara readies for Lakeside Festival
The tourist capital of Pokhara is gearing up to celebrate the Nepali New Year, 2083 B.S. The Pokhara Hotels Association Nepal will host the 21st edition of the Fewa New Year Festival at Lakeside from April 12-14.
Sports
Army’s Binod and Purnalakshmi secure Lumbini International Peace Marathon titles
Binod Rokaya of the Tribhuvan Army Club secured first place in the 4th Lumbini International Peace Marathon 2026 on Saturday. His club-mate, Purnalakshmi Neupane, claimed victory in the women’s half
Interview
Neither old parties need to panic nor new ones gloat over, PM Karki cautions
Prime Minister Sushila Karki had taken up the responsibility of the head of the executive when the country was in difficult circumstances and has successfully fulfilled the task of conducting the House of Representatives election within the stipulated time.
Growing heart disease raises health concerns in Nepal, Dr. Bhattarai
In recent years, heart disease has been increasing in Nepal. Among non-communicable diseases, heart disease ranks first. The growing burden of non-communicable diseases worldwide has significantly affected Nepal as well. Many people i
Society
Elderly couple dies within hours of each other in Saptari
The deceased have been identified as 70-year-old Phuleshwar Sada and his 65-year-old wife, Durgibati Sada, of Chapki Tole, Rupani Rural Municipality -4.