- Sunday, 7 June 2026
Minister Mehta assures of food safety
Minister for Health and Food Safety, Nisha Mehta, has said food-borne diseases remain a severe challenge to public health, and the government is committed to ensuring reforms to address such challenge.
Koshi dairy farmers await Rs. 90M dues
Sales and revenue at the Biratnagar Milk Distribution Project under the state-owned Dairy Development Corporation (DDC) have increased in recent months, driven by rising demand for dairy products such as yoghurt and ice cream during the summer season.
Shrestha elected RSP chair in Sankhuwasabha
The new executive committee elects Suman Dangi as vice-president, Sunil Shrestha as secretary and Santosh Basnet as joint-secretary. Likewise, Hem Kumar Rai, Gobardhan Rai, Jayaram Adhikari, Kesang Lama and Buddhiman Gurung are the committee members.
Adhikari elected RSP district chair with single vote margin
Yadunath Adhikari has been elected district chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) in Kaski.
Nation
General Secretary Burlakoti vows consistent works for good governance
General secretary of the Rastriya Swatantra Party, Kabindra Burlakoti, has said government would work untiringly for development, prosperity and good governance.
Foreign Minister's India visit: Pledges to reinforce Nepal-India ties
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal has held the first visit to India following the formation of present government. Foreign Minister Khanal, who reached New Delhi, at the friendly invitation of Indian Minister of External Affairs, Dr S Jaishankar, held talks with his counterpart on Saturday.
RSP leader Gurung urges opposition to back government's good initiatives
Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) leader and former Home Minister Sudhan Gurung has viewed the oppositions are not expected to engage only in protest and criticism in politics.
Shrestha elected RSP chair in Sankhuwasabha
The new executive committee elects Suman Dangi as vice-president, Sunil Shrestha as secretary and Santosh Basnet as joint-secretary. Likewise, Hem Kumar Rai, Gobardhan Rai, Jayaram Adhikari, Kesang Lama and Buddhiman Gurung are the committee members.
World
Israeli airstrikes kill 9 in Lebanon
Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed nine people including three members of the Lebanese military, the Lebanese army and state media said, days after the two sides reached a new ceasefire deal.
Business
Nagepokhari emerges as tourist destination
Nagepokhari, located in Ajirkot Rural Municipality-1 in Gorkha, is increasingly attracting domestic tourists. Situated at an altitude of 3,255 metres a
Koshi dairy farmers await Rs. 90M dues
Sales and revenue at the Biratnagar Milk Distribution Project under the state-owned Dairy Development Corporation (DDC) have increased in recent months, driven by rising demand for dairy products such as yoghurt and ice cream during the summer season.
Nepali mangoes replace Indian imports
Following the federal government’s sudden restriction on the import of mangoes and several other fruits from India, markets in Janakpurdham are now largely stocked with locally grown mangoes, while fruit traders say the decision has left them increasingly worried about supply and business sustainability. Mangoes, one of the most popular fruits durin
Satbanjh revives amid climate change challenges
The historic Satbanjh orchard in Baitadi, once renowned for its abundant apple harvests, is gradually changing its identity and character as climate change continues to affect the region.
Sports
2022 semifinalist Morocco has more to prove
Legal disputes and acrimony have replaced the accolades and euphoria for Morocco's national soccer team ahead of this year's World Cup. Morocco became e
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
Adhikari elected RSP district chair with single vote margin
Yadunath Adhikari has been elected district chair of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) in Kaski.