- Sunday, 31 May 2026
World No Tobacco Day 2026 being observed across globe
'World No Tobacco Day' is observed annually on 31 May, bringing together governments, health organizations, civil society, and youth advocates from across the globe.
Shun tobacco use for better health: Health Minister Mehta
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Minister for Health and Food Safety, Nisha Mehta, has urged tobacco users to quit the habit right from today. In her message of best wishes on the occasion of the World NO Tobacco Day-2026 today, she appealed to all tobacco users to give up the consumption.
Nepal beats China by 221 runs
Nepal beat China by 221 runs in Asian Games Men's Qualifier held at Singapore today.
Budget fails to make Kalikot people happy
Locals of Kalikot have expressed mixed and largely disappointed reactions to the annual budget for the fiscal year 2026/27 announced by the government. Although some funds have been allocated
Nation
Nepal beats China by 221 runs
Nepal beat China by 221 runs in Asian Games Men's Qualifier held at Singapore today.
Weather forecast: Chance of rain over Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpashchim, Storm warning over Terai
The meteorological forecasting division indicates a significant chance of rain, particularly in the Lumbini, Karnali, and Far West regions, due to the influence of a westerly low-pressure system.
World No Tobacco Day 2026 being observed across globe
'World No Tobacco Day' is observed annually on 31 May, bringing together governments, health organizations, civil society, and youth advocates from across the globe.
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Shun tobacco use for better health: Health Minister Mehta
Minister for Health and Food Safety, Nisha Mehta, has urged tobacco users to quit the habit right from today. In her message of best wishes on the occasion of the World NO Tobacco Day-2026 today, she appealed to all tobacco users to give up the consumption.
World
Hungary to reform public media
"After all these years, a simple change in management may no longer be enough. We need to rethink the entire operation," said Szavuly, 46. She worked at state television for more than a decade until her cont
Business
Govt allocates Rs. 286B for road, infrastructure
The government has announced ambitious road and urban infrastructure plans for the upcoming fiscal year, allocating Rs. 286.48 billion to improve transport connectivity, urban management, and living conditions across the country.
NRNA hails budget measures for NRNs
The Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) has welcomed the provisions introduced by the government in the budget for the fiscal year 2026/27, expressing appreciation for policies aimed at addressin
Budget fails to make Kalikot people happy
Locals of Kalikot have expressed mixed and largely disappointed reactions to the annual budget for the fiscal year 2026/27 announced by the government. Although some funds have been allocated
Two-day weekend boosts tourism in Dhankuta
Tourism entrepreneurs in Dhankuta District have expressed happiness as tourist activity has increased significantly following the introduction of a two-day weekend.
Sports
Nepal beats China by 221 runs
Nepal beat China by 221 runs in Asian Games Men's Qualifier held at Singapore today.
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
Govt committed to effectively implement women rights; PM Shah
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has expressed the government's commitment to effectively implement the women rights, gender equality and women empowerment.