- Thursday, 28 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Missy, Willie and George Michael among Rock Hall nominees
Missy Elliott, Willie Nelson, Kate Bush, Iron Maiden, Cyndi Lauper, Soundgarden, Sheryl Crow and the late George Michael are the 2023 nominees for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, reflecting a mix of country, soul, hip-hop, metal, pop, rap-rock and grunge. The Cleveland-based institution announced Wednesday the 14 artists and groups being co
Brazil’s Congress reelects leaders, aiding Lula’s agenda
Brazilian lawmakers on Wednesday voted to reelect the heads of both the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate, bolstering President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s prospects for passing legislation and governing in the polarized nation.
EU officials visit Kyiv as Russia strikes continue
Top European Union officials arrived in Kyiv on Thursday for talks with Ukrainian officials as rescue crews dug through the rubble of an apartment building in eastern Ukraine struck by a Russian missile, killing at least three people and wounding about 20 others. The scene of devastation in the eastern Done
Gold price sets new record at Rs. 107,500 per tola
The price of gold hit an all-time high in the country on Thursday amid an increase in the price of yellow metal internationally and depreciation in rupees. Price of precious yellow metal set a historic record today after the price of a tola of gold reached Rs. 107,500 in the domestic bullion market. It is the highest price of gold ever recorded in Nepal. It has broken its previous high of Rs. 106,900 last Thursday.
Nepal, EU agree to put off on-site air safety assessment
Citing the recent crash of Yeti Airlines aircraft in Pokhara on January 15, the European Union (EU) has postponed its on-site assessment of Nepal’s air safety which was planned for mid-February.
Manmade activities putting wetlands at risk
Wetlands provide habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna, improve water quality, recharge groundwater, act as carbon sinks and provide opportunities for recreational activities. And when situated in and around urban areas, they also become part of the community’s culture and provide its residents an opportunity to connect with nature.
NC's PP meeting today
Nepali Congress has called its parliamentary party working committee meeting for Thursday.The agenda of the meeting was election of the National Assembly Vice Chairman.
'Dauda' costume wear by unmarried girls is on the verge of extinction
The Dauda dress, worn by unmarried girls in the rural parts of the southern region of Sudurpashchim Province, has nearly disappeared. With the increasing availability and popularity of “modern” clothes, girls in these areas have stopped wearing this native dress. Kali Bahadur Thapa of Adanchuli Rural Municipality–2, who is also a local media person, said that the traditional 'Dauda' costume was going extinct.
Foundation stone for Jaleshwor-Matihani road laid
Mahanta Thakur, lawmaker and chairman of Loktantrik Samajbadi Party (LSP), laid a foundation stone for the road connecting Jaleshwor Municipality with Matihani Municipality, both in Mahottari district.
Role Of Informed Citizens In Democracy
It was anticipated that the democratic elections held for the federal and provincial parliament during the last November 2022 would provide some sort of political stability and certainty in the country. Contrary to the expectations, the poll outcome did herald to further pluralise and polarise the political dispensation in the country. The political situation in Nepal is again pushed in the state of flux. Political parties and their leaders are harbouring deep suspicion and flexing their muscles to outwit and outlast their opponents.
SC Ruling And Lamichhane's Ministerial Claims
The Supreme Court’s recent decision on annulling citizenship of Rabi Lamichhane, the president of the newly emerged political party Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) and the powerful deputy prime minister and home minister
Police support sought for Dalit related issues
The National Dalit Commission (NDC) has sought effective support from Nepal Police regarding Dalit-related cases. The support was sought by a delegation from the NDC led by Chairman Devraj Bishwokarma that met with Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dhiraj Pratap Singh and other senior police officers at the Nepal Police Headquarters on Wednesday.
CAN lifts suspension of leg-spinner Lamichhane
The executive committee meeting of the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) on Wednesday decided to revoke the suspension of former national team captain Sandeep Lamichhane.
Devdaha first local level to have hospital in Rupandehi
Devdaha Municipality of Rupandehi district has become the first municipality among the 16 local levels in the district to operate a municipal hospital. That was made possible after an agreement was signed between Devdaha Municipal Hospital and Health Insurance Board. Gaurav Dhakal, Chief of District Public Health Office, Rupandehi, said that the residents of the municipality who have got health
Economic Austerity Move
Nepal’s economy is not in a good shape. Internal and external factors are behind the slow pace of economic activities. Three years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the entire economic system nationally and globally.
