- Friday, 13 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Factors Ailing Nepal's Development
After a decade plus, Nepal launched a periodic plan; an internationally acclaimed political scientist and researcher, Mr Aaron Wildavsky, wrote a seminal essay, 'Why planning fails in Nepal'. In the article incorporated in a quarterly journal
A Treatise On Systematic Change In Nepal
Dr. Lok Raj Baral, an MA in Political Science from Tribhuvan University (TU), distinguished Professor, prolific writer having worked on 25 books, both authored and edited, frequent contributor to national and international newspapers and journal
Public Concern Rises Over Chobhar Gorge
Following the disastrous floods along the Bagmati corridor in September 2024, which claimed 37 lives and caused extensive property damage, a proposal to widen the Chobhar gorge has caused curiosity, doubts, and debates amongst the general public.
Ama Yangri Journey
At 3:00 am, a cellular alarm occurred at 3,200 metres above sea level, 90 kilometres north-northeast of Kathmandu Valley, at Ama Yangri Basecamp. My friends and I were sleeping in tents upon the high mountain, exhausted from yesterda
Newly constructed bridge over Binayi River at Dumkibas opens for traffic
The Binayi River Bridge located at Dumkibas along the Narayangadh–Butwal section of the East-West Highway has officially come into operation from Thursday. According to the Chitwan Road Divisi
Questions raised about technology to fight global warming
The startup Gigablue announced with fanfare this year that it reached a historic milestone: selling 200,000 carbon credits to fund what it describes as a groundbreaking technology in the fight against climate change.
Hydropower enabled full capacity in Lamjung
After continuous rainfall, the increased water flow in rivers and streams has enabled hydropower projects in Lamjung to generate electricity at their full capacity. With sufficient water now flowing in the
94 Palestinians seeking aid killed
Airstrikes and shootings killed 94 Palestinians in Gaza overnight, including 45 who were attempting to get much-needed humanitarian aid, hospitals and the Health Ministry said Thursday. Five people were killed w
Triveni suspension bridge remains closed in lack of security arrangements
The ‘Lava-Kush’ suspension bridge, constructed over the Narayani River at Triveni in Nawalparasi East (Nawalpur) to connect Balmiki Ashram via Nepal, has not yet come into operation due to incomplete security arrangements.
Educate daughters campaign faces snag in lack of fund
The flagship initiative of the Madhes Province Government, the Chief Minister Beti Padhau, Beti Bachau’ (Educate Daughters, Save Daughters) campaign, has come to a grinding halt, with the suspension of its hallmark Daughter Education Insurance / Fixed Deposit Savings Account Programme.
Eastern Tarai, Madhes Province still waiting for sufficient rainfall
Several parts of Kathmandu experienced moderate to heavy rainfall on Thursday. However, it lasted only for a brief period. In the bustling New Road area, people wer
Yartung festival begins in Manang
The Yartung festival (Horse Festival) began wishing for a good harvest in Manang on Monday. Celebrated after the planting season to relieve the fatigue of
Rampant Nepal march into ACC U-16 final, eye title defence
Nepal cruised into the final of the ACC U-16 East Zone Cup, outclassing Malaysia by nine wickets in Thursday’s first semi-final at the Selangor Turf Club, Kuala Lumpur. With the comprehensive win, the young Rhinos remain on track to retain their crown and will face Singapore in the title decider on 5 July.
Second edition of Himalayan Literature Festival next year
The second edition of the Himalayan Literature Festival and Writers Workshop is set to take place in Kathmandu from May 29 to June 5, 2026. To be organised by White Lotus Book Shop, located in Kopundole, Lalitpur, the festival will bring together world-renowned authors from North America, Latin America, and Europe, with a special focus on emerging South Asian writers and distinct Nepali literary voices.
Collective Action Checks Corruption
Corruption has been a persistent issue in Nepal for decades. However, the latest corruption cases highlight a serious governance challenge. Two recent major cases have once again brought it to the attention
