- Sunday, 3 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Rules-based Order In Tatters
Powerful countries do not often clash with their rivals on the real battlefield; instead, they send a message of their dominance through unexpected theatrical acts. The United States did just that when it mounte
Collective Fight Ends Gender Inequality
One of my college students asked me, out of the blue, 'Ma'am, does patriarchy still exist in Nepal?' I thought she was simply curious about the issue, so I responded in a normal tone, 'Yes, of course! You'll find a lot of e
Sans Civic Sense
Bring the fine back! The traffic before the Gen Z movement was comparatively very good. People followed the rules and the police were vigilant. But after the movement, it seems like the citizens have stopp
Security for Polls
With just 55 days to go for the House of Representatives (HoR) polls, election fever is gripping the entire country. Elections, the source of legitimacy to rule a nation in a democracy, also give a fillip to the economy, as larg
Women candidates sidelined in Karnali
Major political parties in Nepal’s Karnali Province have once again sidelined women in the process of selecting candidates for the forthcoming parliamentary elections. It has highlighted disparities in women's participation in electoral representation.
Koshi farmers earn from onion seedlings
For farmers displaced by the devastating Koshi floods about 15 years ago, onion seedlings have now become a key source of income. In Shreepurjabdi of Koshi Rural Municipa
Fifty-four dolphins recorded in Kailali
A total of 54 dolphins have been recorded in Kailali this year. The record was made during a study conducted by the Bardia office of the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC), in coordination with Dolphin, Aquatic and Biodiversity Conservation Nepal.
Nepal declares its first fish sanctuary
The Shaktighat stretch of the Karnali River, located between Bardiya and Kailali districts, has been declared Nepal’s first fish sanctuary. Rajapur Municipality and Tikapur Municipality have joint
Special General Convention stirs storm in NC
Nepali Congress General Secretary Gagan Kumar Thapa has formally invited party President Sher Bahadur Deuba to attend the proposed Special General Convention, highlighting sharp internal divisi
Hiti Art Exhibition at Patan Museum from tomorrow
A three-day art exhibition celebrating the rich heritage of traditional stone spouts, known as Hitis, is all set to be held in Patan Museum from January 9 to 11. The event 'Hiti Art Exhibition' will b
Denmark, Greenland ask for talks with Rubio
Denmark and Greenland are seeking a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio after the Trump administration doubled down on its intention to take over the strategic Arctic island, a Danish territory.
Udayapurgadhi-Chaudandigadhi trek launched
The Nepal Army has launched a five-day trek from Udayapurgadhi to Chaudandigadhi for the conservation and promotion of historic forts and strongholds. Organised by the Pashupati Prasad Batt
A retired teacher's journey of cultural preservation
Bishworaj Paudyal, widely known as Shivahari, from Rurukshetra Rural Municipality-4, Gulmi, has turned his retirement into a mission of historical preservation. An educator and passionate social
Migrant Indians enjoy monopoly in idol business
According to government statistics, around 1,500 Nepalis leave the country every day due to lack of employment opportunities. In contrast, Indian citizens who enter Nepal through the open border earn more than Rs. 100,000 after working for three months and then return to their country. Whether it is the Phulghoda used in the Siruwa Fair during the New Year or the clay idols used in Bishwakarma Puja and Saraswati Puja, Indians co
Eight Nepali writers joining Kalinga LitFest in India
Eight writers from Nepal are participating in the Kalinga Literary Festival-2026 to be held in the Indian state of Odisha from January 8 to 11. Nepali billionaire Binod Chaudhary will participate in the festival as an honoured guest and speaker.
