- Saturday, 28 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Water Security Emerging As Burning Issue
Water security has emerged as a pressing issue amid rapid urbanisation, climate change and unsustainable practice of resource use. The Global Water Security 2023 Assessment Report o
Australia’s Modern Slavery Law Scant
A highly anticipated independent review of Australia’s Modern Slavery Act has found it has not brought “meaningful change” to the lives of people living in conditions of modern slavery since its passage more than four years ago.
UN nuclear chief encouraged by Russia, Ukraine support of 'principles'
UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi said Tuesday he was encouraged by the reaction of Ukraine and Russia to "concrete principles" laid out by the body to prevent catastrophe at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. The safety of Europe's largest nuclear power facility, located in Ukraine's southeastern region of Zaporizhzhia, has been a concern since Russian forces seized it over a year ago during Moscow's war on its neighbour.
Global markets shaky ahead of vote on debt in US and slowing factories in China
Wall Street dipped early Wednesday along with global stock markets ahead of a vote by the U.S. Congress to avert a government debt default, while a downturn in Chinese factory activity deepened, another indication that the global economy is slowing.
Innovation Centre struggles to bring agro tools plant back to operation
“You did not have to ask for the location before as the sound of the machines operating inside the factory could be heard here itself,” a pedestrian in his 60s responded when asked the location of the Krishi Aujar Karkhana along the Pathlaiya-Birgunj Highway.
Chinese businessmen urged to invest in Nepal
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Home Affairs, Narayan Kaji Shrestha has called Chinese businesspeople for investment in Nepal’s priority areas.
Dhambozhi public school in Banke outperforming others
Students who wish to enroll in the Dhambozhi Secondary School in Nepalgunj, Banke, have to pass an entrance exam. Principal Vamdev Subedi informed that this year student enrollment programme had been closed due to the pressure of students.
Yash Kumar strives for social change through music and art
Yash Kumar is a well-known figure in the Nepali music and film industry, having established his career spanning about three decades. He gained prominence with the immensely popular song ‘Maile Chhoyeko Pani Chaldaina’ in 2000.
State-of-the-art veterinary hospital under construction in Tanahun
A state-of-the-art veterinary hospital is under construction on the premises of Tanahun’s Veterinary Hospital and Livestock Service Expert Centre (VHLSEC).
Ongoing repair works may delay Melamchi water supply
Reconstruction and repair of physical infrastructures including dam, audit tunnel, head box, bridges and the entrance of Melamchi Water Project in Ambathan, Sindhupalchowk d
Target to achieve 6% growth ambitious: NCC
Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) said that the implementation of the budget for the next fiscal year presented by the government to the Parliament on Monday is challenging.
Cabinet discusses PM's India visit
The Council of Ministers discussed the official visit of Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' to the neighbouring country India scheduled for May 31- June 3.
Embrace Tobacco-free Lifestyle
The complexity of human nature from the anthropological and scientific perspectives, and the interconnection between food and tobacco reveal their profound entrenchment within human cultures, belief systems, attitudes, and social practices. In the realm of public health campaigns in 2023, a comprehensive anthropological analysis offers valuable insights into how the cultural constructions surrounding tobacco and food influence individuals' attitudes and behaviours towards
Upholding Republican Ethos In Practice
In 1990, multiparty democracy was restored in Nepal, making an end to the 30-year long despotic Panchayat rule with absolute monarchy. In 1951, the Nepali people had established democracy
Substandard slaughterhouses sealed in Khalanga Bazaar
Authorities have started sealing slaughterhouses operating without following the necessary standards in Khalanga Bazaar in Musikot, the district headquarters of Western Rukum district.
