- Wednesday, 3 June 2026
The Rising Nepal
Nepal wrap up Asia Cup debut with defeat against India
With valiant batting, Nepal wrapped up their Asia Cup debut with a 10-wicket (DLS method) loss to India in Pallekele, Sri Lanka on Monday. Nepal lost its first match against World Number One Pakistan by a massive 238 runs. After Pakistan bundled Nepal out for 104 runs in 23.4 overs in the inaugural match in Multan, a similar fate was expected against the southern neighbour.
11,500 smart street lights installed under Bright City Campaign
Around 11,500 highly modern smart street lights have been installed under the 'Bright City Campaign'. The Nepal Electricity Authority has installed 67 modern high-mast lights and other lights that scatter light in all directions in the main squares of the city in cost-sharing with local levels. The Authority has contributed about Rs. 420 million f
Coordination among regulatory bodies stressed to solve problems of cooperatives
Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) Deputy Mayor Sunita Dangol has stressed the need for coordination among regulatory bodies to address the existing problems in the cooperatives. Speaking at the interaction programme ‘Identification and Solution to Savings and Credit Problems in Cooperatives’ organised by the Department of Cooperatives on Monday, Deputy Mayor Dangol said that it was essential to identify the problems and give solutions to those facing dif
Prajwal Parajuly comes of up with Chitralekha Chaurasi
Author Prajwal Parajuly has released his second book, ‘Chitralekha ko Chaurasi'’which is a Nepali translation of his famous book ‘Land Where I Flee’. Parajuly, a beloved author among English readers, is renowned for portraying Nepali cultural environment worldwide.
Jimmy Buffett's laid-back party vibe created adoring 'Parrotheads' and success beyond music
Jimmy Buffett celebrated slackers before the word existed, even though he was hardly one himself. "Wastin' away again in Margaritaville," went the chorus to his most famous song, which became an international singalong. But Buffett was actually an astute, ambitious, aggressive businessman. A statement posted to Buffett's official website and social media pages announced his passing on Friday at age 76. The statement did not say where Buffett died or give a cause. He rescheduled concerts in May and acknowledged he had been hospitalized for an unspecified illness. Buffett built an empire based largely on Caribbean-flavored pop that celebrated the Florida Keys, sunshine and nightlife.
Nepalgunj introduces fire motorcycle service
Nepalgunj Sub-Metropolitan City has brought a fire motorcycle into operation from Saturday. Authorities informed that the motorcycle has been specially modified to be used by th
BRICS Grabs Global Attention
Within days after the 15th BRICS’s summit in the South African city of Johannesburg (August 22-24), French President Emmanuel Macron admitted that Western influence was “on decline”, as “new international powers” emerged. Going by its expa
Regulate Use Of Artificial Sweeteners
Sweetness is an irresistible organoleptic craving that plays a major role in food satiety. A relishing dessert is undoubtedly the most awaited signing off menu of hearty meals. Intake of sugar however, is associated with risk of obesity and some diet r
Transformation Campaign
Political parties are considered agents of transformation. They lead social movements to bring about tangible changes in the life of people. The relationship between the people and parties is like water and fish. A fish can’t survive without water. Similar
Shun Tiger Parenting
Asian parents are considered harsh when it comes to handling their wards. They prioritise academic excellence of their children over all other creative activities, impeding their mental and intellectual growth. Children, raised by tiger parents, are taught that being successful is the ultimate goal of life. They have high hopes from their kids and exert undue pressure making them psychologically unstable. Such children are more prone to anxiety and depression compared to those brought up in healt
Pace of development not in par with Bagmati’s potential
Ganga Narayan Shrestha, the Minister for Internal Affairs and Law of Bagmati Province, is not only a politician but also an analyst and a writer. He has authored a dozen books spanning various genres. Recently, Upesh Maharjan, Consultant Editor at G
Swiss glacier watcher warns of severe melting amid heat wave
A top glacier watcher has warned that a warm early summer combined with a heat wave last week may have caused severe glacier melt in Switzerland, threatening to make 2023 its second-worst year for ice loss after a record thaw last year.
Shaheen says partnerships key after Pakistan pacers rattle India
Pace spearhead Shaheen Shah Afridi said bowling in partnerships was the key to rattling India's batting in the blockbuster Asia Cup clash abandoned because of rain. The left-arm fast bowler took four wickets, including the prize top-order dismissals of India captain Rohit Sharma
LSD relief guideline on anvil
: Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development Dr. Bedu Ram Bhusal said that the Guideline for providing relief to the farmers suffering loss due to death of cattle caused by the Lumpy Skin Diseases will be issued at the earliest.
Panchthar local levels keen to revive yak husbandry
Sandeep Rai, from Panchthar Falelung-4, returned to Nepal after working in Malaysia as a migrant worker for six years. Now he has embarked on a new venture – yak farming in Falaut. Santa Kumar Rai, hailing from the same area, has returned home after a seven-year period in Saudi Arabia and Qatar as part of his foreign employment journey. Over the past two years, he has developed a keen interest in the same occupation of yak farming.
