- Friday, 27 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Fiction Influenced By An Awful Reality
Nepal has almost become a country of migrants, as it sends about 1,500 youths every day to foreign countries, primarily the Gulf and Malaysia, while a small nu
Is Nepal Still An Agricultural Country?
The relationship between land and agriculture has been a topic of ongoing debate in Nepal for years. Discussions often begin with King Mahendra’s rule over
Memorable Trip To Gosaikunda
My sisters planned a three-day trip to Gosaikunda. Despite initial scepticism from my parents about my ability to trek and the risk of altitude sickness, I climbed
'You must get out and get your clothes dirty for development'
Dharan Sub-Metropolitan City, one of the main urban hubs of eastern Nepal, has been in the limelight this year. It has been compared to the capital Kathmandu Metropolitan City on numerous occasions and its activities and decisions often make national news. The reason for this has been its mayor Harka Raj Sampang Rai.
Monetary policy next week: Central Bank Governor Adhikari
The Nepal Rastra Bank Governor Maha Prasad Adhikari today said the Monetary Policy for Fiscal Year, 2023/24 would be issued in line with the budget policy. Preparations are underway to bring the monetary policy the next week, he said. The monetary policy would focus on achieving
Foul odour permeating Siddarthanagar area
The smell emanating from uncollected garbage has become a major headache for the residents of Siddharthanagar.
Gandaki to build trauma centre
Gandaki Province Government is now preparing to build a 100-bed trauma centre at Satrashaya of Abhukhaireni Rural Municipality, Tanahun, to provide primar
Empower Marginalised Communities
This writer recalls a famous poem, "The Unknown Citizen," by a British-born American poet, W. H. Auden, where he portrayed a picture of a citizen in a modern nation. Interestingly, the title's meaning contradicts the meaning of the text's main body, making it ironic. On the surface, Auden seemed to argue that the citize
Social Media Harms Women, Girls Most
Social media' have become rapidly integrated into almost all aspects of human life and social organisation, from product marketing and political communication to health, fitness and dating. Despite their many positive affordances, it is however increasingly clear that women and girls experience online dispr
Budhigandaki To Go Ahead
With about 6,000 rivers and rivulets, Nepal possesses vast water resources. When such resources are harnessed properly, the country could advance swiftly on
Budget Spending At Year End
Whenever a fiscal year comes to an end, discussions erupt on how the government is once again unable to properly spend its allocated budget. Concerns are
TIA still a haven for gold smugglers
Many had expected that the smuggling of gold in large quantities via Tribhuvan International Airport had stopped after the authorities in 2018 busted the
Haq 50 steers Pakistan to 4-wicket win over Sri Lanka
Opening batsman Imam-ul-Haq hit an unbeaten 50 to steer Pakistan home in the first Test against Sri Lanka on Thursday, passing their tricky target of 131 with four wickets to spare.
‘Silam Sakma’ placed in Kerkha Bazaar
The ‘Silam Sakma’ is a symbol of the original armor used by the Kirat Yakthung Limbu. It is now is kept in Kerkha Bazaar of Kamal Rural Municipality-3, Jhapa.
Chaurjahari first to issue overseas work permit
Chaurjahari Municipality of Rukum West district has started issuing work permit for foreign employment. Chaurjahari started issuing work permits and re-w
