More than half of Nepal's population is women. The nation’s decision-making structures are, however, filled by male members. Its constitution and endorsement of international obligations affirm equality of opportun
At the parliament recently, Prime Minister Balendra Shah made powerful statements while answering the questions asked mainly by the opposition party members, some of which I am going to present and discuss below.
A 1,264-metre alternative trekking trail has been completed in the Manaslu trekking region under Nasong Rural Municipality-6 with financial and technical support of Rs. 800,000 from the Annapurna Conserva
Integrity, transparency, accountability and the rule of law form the cornerstone of civil service. These attributes help curb corruption and earn public trust. Employees with integrity practice ethical values and
The Gandaki Provincial Government has announced plans to initiate efforts to include Mustang’s renowned religious site, the Muktinath Temple, and the historic Lo Manthang Palace in the World Heritage List. According to the policy and programme for
A record 1,248 players representing 48 nations are on the final World Cup rosters released by FIFA on Tuesday. The rosters i
The excessive use of mobile phones by today's children is diminishing their creativity. When children spend a significant amount of time on mobile phones, they miss opportunities to learn, understand, and develop knowledge.
Minister for Information and Communication Dr. Bikram Timilsina has said that the ministry has taken significant decision to restructure communication sector in accordance with the country’s federal structure.
President Ramchandra Paudel has extended his best wishes for happiness, peace, prosperity and social harmony to all Nepali sisters and brothers at home and abroad on the occasion of the National Day for the Elimination of Caste Discrimination and Untouchability. In a message issued on Wednesday to mark the occasion, President Paudel said that the day has inspired all to be
The Chisang River, which flows through the northern part of Morang district, has become a blessing for a few and a curse for many. While sand and gravel extraction, crusher industries and the constructio
Lionel Messi and Argentina hope to become the first repeat World Cup champion in six decades. Their o
Heat Action Day 2026 was observed in Kathmandu to raise awareness about the growing health and social risks posed by extreme heat. The event was jointly organised by the Nepal Red Cross Society (
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.
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.
Minister for Infrastructure Development Sunil Lamsal has inspected the four-lane bridge over the Madi River, regarded as the most significant structure under the Muglin–Pokhara Road Expansion Project along the Prithvi Highway.