- Thursday, 12 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
England face dark horses Italy with sights set on Women's Euro final
Having come back from the brink of elimination against Sweden in the last eight, England will hope to live up to their billing as favourites when they face Italy in the semi-finals of Women's Euro 2025 on Tuesday. The holders are tantalisingly close to another major tournament final, with a showdown next Sunday against either Germany or world champions Spain the reward for Sarina Wiegman's team should they get the better of the Azzurre in Geneva. The Lionesses could
The Great Leader’s Affection
BP Koirala was a towering personality in the global political sphere and second to none in the modern history of Nepal. A true nationalist, the late Koirala not only continuously pleaded for democracy but also struggled for the well-being
Euro 6 Standards To Check Pollution
The government’s decision to enforce Euro 6 standards by implementing the new Vehicle Emission Standards 2082 has come into effect. This has been published in the Nepal Gazette. Accordingly, the new standards have been enforced on ne
Fatal Brush In Jungle
Human interactions with wildlife can have serious consequences, according to a new study from the University of California, San Diego. Scientists warn that feeding wild animals, especially large ones like Asian elephants, is causing dangero
Expand Irrigation
Once again, after 2023, the Madhes Province has been in the throes of a crippling drought. Its direct impact is seen in the paddy fields. According to a July 21 news report of this daily, the province has so far seen the lowest paddy plant
Gathamuga: The burning of demon effigy
During the day of Gathamuga or Ghantakarna, traditional marketplaces including Ason, Naradevi, Jaisidegal and Maru burst with activities. Street vendors line the streets, selling rings, iron nails, henna, black bangles, and puja materi
Nepal, China sign four MOUs for vital health, other projects
A delegation of China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) led by its Chairman Chen Xiaodong met with Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel on Monday.
Six months on, Manma’s main road to market still blocked
It has been six months since the main road leading to Manma Bazaar, the administrative headquarters of Kalikot district, was rendered impassable. The road still remains unrepaired. The obstruction occurred in early Februa
Nepal wins ICC Global Award for Digital Fan Engagement
Nepal has been awarded the ICC Global Award for Digital Fan Engagement of the Year for the second year in a row. The honour was presented on Saturday at the ICC Annual Conference held in Singapore.
Bijukchhen’s 'Letters From Jail' launched
Narayan Man Bijukchhen 'Rohit', Chairman of Nepal Workers and Peasants' Party, has brought out a new book titled 'Letters From Jail'. The book is English translation of his celebrated book 'Jail Ka Chithiharu' in Nepali published in 2012. The English translation is done by translator Anu Raj Joshi. Joshi is son of culture expert late Satya Mohan Joshi. The book launched on Friday contains 25 l
Nhyoo Bajracharya to feature in Paleti
The musical programme Paleti, regularly organised on the last Friday of every English month, will feature the renowned music composer Nhyoo Bajracharya this time. Scheduled for the last Friday and Saturday (
Shaman fair held to protect Eastern Rukum village
Locals of Lugum village in Bhume Rural Municipality-1, Eastern Rukum, held their traditional annual Jhankri Mela (Shaman Festival) on Saturday as part of efforts to protect the village from natural disasters and evil spirits.
NEPSE makes an impressive rebound
The stock market witnessed a remarkable surge in trading volume on Sunday, as shares worth Rs. 21.46 billion were transacted—the highest daily turnover in nearly a year. According to Nepal Stock Exchange, about
First horror film festival of Nepal from October 31
A horror, fantasy, and folklore film festival is set to be organised in Nepal for the first time. According to festival director Rasik Pathak, the festival is scheduled to take place in Kathmandu from October 31 to November 2.
Down to 10, Germany edge France on penalties to reach Euro 2025 semis
France were left lamenting another European exit at the hands of Germany on Saturday in a stunning 6-5 penalty shootout loss in the Euro 2025 quarter-finals, leaving Les Bleues still searching for their first major tournament title.
