- Monday, 4 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Minister Khadka stresses need for skilled manpower
Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation Dipak Khadka has said that technical education and skill-based training are indispensable for the country to move on the path of sustainable prosperity. Distributing certifica
Indian national held with deer skin, smuggled clothes
Police have seized deer skin along with a large quantity of smuggled readymade clothes from the rented house of an Indian national living in the market area of Gaushala-5, Mahottari. Acting on a tip-off, a police team led by Ins
IBN approves Rs. 8.84 bn for Lower Apsuwa Hydel Project
The Investment Board of Nepal (IBN) has approved an investment of Rs. 8.84 billion for the 54-megawatt (MW) Lower Apsuwa Hydropower Project. The meeting of the Board on Friday also d
17 killed in a car bomb attack in Colombia
A car bomb and a separate attack on a police helicopter in Colombia killed at least 17 people Thursday, according to authorities. President Gustavo Petro attributed both attacks to dissidents of the defunct Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, commonly known as FARC.
Minister Lekhi inaugurates new province police training centre
Minister for Home, Communication and Law of the Madhes Province, Raj Kumar Lekhi, inaugurated a newly constructed internal training building at the Police Training Centre in Rajbiraj on Friday. Speaking at the ceremony, Minister Lekhi said
Grapes flourish in Humla
Grapes have grown in abundance this year in Simkot, the headquarters of Humla district in Karnali Province. While the vines had only produced a small amount of fruit in previous years, this season they are heavily loaded.
Trump reviewing 55 million foreigners with US visas
The Trump administration said Thursday it is reviewing more than 55 million people who have valid U.S. visas for any violations that could lead to deportation, part of a growing crackdown on foreigners who are permitted to be in the United States.
Nepal sign off from Top End T20 Series with loss
Nepal signed off their Top End T20 Series campaign with a nail‑biting one‑run defeat to Pakistan Shaheens in Darwin on Friday. Chasing 145 for victory, Nepal finished on 143
Active Citizenship Creates Responsive State
The Nepali constitution articulates that state sovereignty lies with the people. It has an egalitarian aspiration for the transformation of society. Popular sovereignty means Nepalis do not have to hold elections to legitimise their sover
Reshaping Cancel Culture In Nepal
The increasing reliance of Nepal on digital platforms for education, discourse, and governance presents both opportunities and challenges. The latest data shows that the telephone coverage reached 124.22 per cent of the population, while t
What Is Next ?
We graduate. We pose for pictures. We write long captions with sentences thanking our teachers, friends, and maybe even ourselves. And then — silence. Now we’re stuck staring into the blank space after the classroom, asking the question th
Ropai Jatra performed in Beni
The Newar community residing in Beni showcased the Ropai Jatra as part of the ‘Barkhe’ dance tradition on Friday. The Ropai dance brought vibrancy to Beni, with artists from various communities taking part.
South Africa crush Australia to win ODI series
Matthew Breetzke slammed a superb 88 and speedster Lungi Ngidi claimed five wickets as South Africa crushed Australia by 84 runs to win the second one-day international and the series in Mackay on Friday. The Proteas took o
CM Karki launches Angel Investors Network
An Angel Investors Network (AIN) has been established in Biratnagar to establish business relationships between those seeking investment and those willing to invest. Under the leadership of the Chamber of Ind
‘Safe Kathmandu Valley’ programme in progress
In a decisive move to enhance public safety and streamline urban life, the Nepal Police has unveiled the ‘Safe Kathmandu Valley’ programme. Approved as a three-year strategic plan by the Police Headquarters, the initiative will be implemented by the Kathmandu Valley
