- Monday, 4 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Pakistan, Afghanistan border closed for second day
The closure of border crossings for bilateral trade between Afghanistan and Pakistan extended into a second day after deadly weekend clashes between the countries spiked tensions and hundreds of people were stranded Monday, officials said.
Nepal seeks Korean investment in large hydro projects
Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nepal, Park Tae-young, paid a courtesy call on Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, Kul Man Ghising, on Monday.
NKL sees surge in player registrations
A total of 512 domestic players have registered for the second edition of the Nepal Kabaddi League (NKL), according to organiser Astronix Management. Amit Kumar Begani, head of the organising body, stated that interest in the league has grown significantly this season.
Leaders in Egypt to back Gaza ceasefire
The U.S. and Egyptian presidents are chairing a gathering of world leaders dubbed "Summit for Peace" on Monday to support ending the more than two-year Israel-Hamas war in Gaza after a breakthrough ceasefire deal.
dang farmers do not harvest ginger as prices drop
Farmers in Chhillikot, Tulsipur Sub-Metropolitan City-19, have left their ginger crops unharvested due to poor market prices. Around 65 households in the area have been cultivating ginger commercially for years, but this season they say the effort no longer pays off.
Janakpur Bolts appoint Chanderpaul as Head Coach
Defending champions Janakpur Bolts have named former West Indies captain Shivnarine Chanderpaul as their head coach for the second edition of the Nepal Premier League (NPL).
Online service launched for vehicle owners seeking new documents
Vehicle owners whose documents were burned during the Gen-Z protests on September 8 and 9 no longer need to visit traffic police offices to apply for replacements.
Skilled Laha bangles artisans on declining trend
The demand for laha chura (lac bangles), deeply associated with the traditions, beauty and prosperity of Mithila, is on the rise. However, the number of artisans skilled in crafting them is steadily declining. In the Mithila region, women traditionally wear lac b
Ghana qualify for 2026 WCup
Mohammed Kudus scored as Ghana beat Comoros 1-0 in Accra on Sunday to win Group I and become the fifth African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup after Algeria, Egypt, Morocco and Tunisia.
'Buddha's teaching progressive, practical'
Buddhist scholars have expressed the view that the teachings of the Buddha are progressive and profoundly practical. Buddha's teachings remain relevant today,"
Dom Community weaving bamboo baskets for Chhath
As the Chhath festival of sun worship approaches in the Tarai-Madhes districts, people of the Dom Community are busy making bamboo baskets. During the Chhath festival, the use of bamboo-
Kenyan designers transform used clothes into art
In a dusty alley in the heart of Kenya's largest open-air market, fashion models strut down a makeshift runway in bold, upcycled outfits made from waste collected at dumpsites and market cast-offs -- proof that even trash can dazzle.
Dubai-returned entrepreneur runs fertiliser factory
The use of organic fertiliser as an alternative to chemical inputs like urea, DAP, and potash is steadily gaining traction among farmers in Morang and across Koshi Province, thanks to the efforts of a local ent
India close in on Test series sweep
India closed in on a 2-0 series sweep in the second Test despite some spirited West Indies batting led by centuries from John Campbell and Shai Hope on Monday. Needing 121 for victory
Gen Z Revolt: A Generational Reckoning
A lot has been written about the youth uprising against the CPN-UML-Nepali Congress coalition government on September 8 and 9 and the political unravelling thereafter. Series of events of those two days sh
