- Monday, 23 March 2026
Gumba: A forgotten village of Bajura
Tucked away in one of the country’s most remote corners, Gumba village stands as a stark reminder of uneven development, where modern state services remain largely out of reach despite gradual progress elsewhere.
Ramgram Stupa, housing Lord Buddha's relics, awaits conservation
The Ramgram Stupa, a centre of faith for Buddhists worldwide and the only place where the sacred relics of Lord Gautam Buddha are preserved, is still awaiting proper conservation and promotion.
Can nations save declining population of shorebirds ?
Chasing an endless summer, one shorebird species undertakes a grueling annual journey from the Arctic to the tip of South America and back -- a feat increasingly fraught with peril. The Hudsonian godwit (L
Trump threatens attacks on Iranian power plants
Iran responded Sunday with threats of its own, a day after President Donald Trump warned the United States will "obliterate" Iran's power plants if Tehran fails to fully open the Strait of Hormuz in 48 hours and Iranian missiles struck two cities near Israel's main nuclear research center, injuring dozens and shatte
Nation
Gumba: A forgotten village of Bajura
Tucked away in one of the country’s most remote corners, Gumba village stands as a stark reminder of uneven development, where modern state services remain largely out of reach despite gradual progress elsewhere.
NC rejects president Thapa’s resignation
The Nepali Congress has rejected the resignation tendered by party president Gagan Kumar Thapa. A central working committee meeting of th
Essential drugs out of stock in Jajarkot hospital
Jajarkot District Hospital has been hit by a severe shortage of essential medicines for the past three months, leaving patients without vital treatment. Stakeholders have been accused of negl
APF Chief Aryal presents ‘IG Commendations’
Inspector General of the Armed Police Force (APF), Raju Aryal, has conferred the ‘IG APF Commendation’ on individuals who have made exemplary contributions across various fields and sectors.
World
Can nations save declining population of shorebirds ?
Chasing an endless summer, one shorebird species undertakes a grueling annual journey from the Arctic to the tip of South America and back -- a feat increasingly fraught with peril. The Hudsonian godwit (L
Business
NEPSE jumps 54 points; turnover totals Rs. 23.59B
The benchmark of share market index, NEPSE, has posted a significant growth on Sunday, the first trading day of the week. The NEPSE increased by 54.51 points (1.89 p
Provincial budget expenditure disappointing
The budget expenditure of Lumbini Province government has been sluggish. By mid-March eight months into the fiscal year 2025/26 the provincial government had spent only 27.63 per cent of its budget.
Country's trade deficit reaches around Rs 1 trillion 100 billion till second quarters
The country imported goods worth Rs 1 trillion 289 billion and 250 million and exported goods worth Rs 1 billion 112 million in the last eight months, according to the Department.
Gold price drops Rs 12,500 per tola, trading at Rs 282,000
In the first trading day of the week, the price of gold and silver has decreased in the domestic market today.
Sports
Spinners shine as SA beat NZ by 19 runs
New Zealand foundered against South Africa's spinners as the Proteas won the fourth Twenty20 by 19 runs Sunday to level the five-match series at 2-2. Connor Esterhuizen m
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
Five injured in scuffle at happy-land hill in Jhapa
Of the injured, condition of three is said to be serious and they are under treatment in ICU at Birta City Hospital in Birtamod. A police team deployed from Area Police Office Surunga nabbed six young people for the involvement in the fight and injuries of the people.