- Friday, 13 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
How Greenwashing Misleads Consumers
“This product is green.” “Net Zero.” “Sustainable”. “Earth friendly.” “Carbon neutral.” “Eco friendly.” “Natural.” “Recycled plastic” and more. These are the
End Fertiliser Crisis
While regarded as an agrarian country, Nepal’s agricultural production is limited owing to traditional and subsistence-based practices. The country has been ineffective in diversifying, commercialising and modernising
Green Climate Fund
Nepal is indeed at the frontline of enduring the consequences of climate change. It is also highly prone to landslides, floods, droughts and other natural hazards. Climate change has ramped up these vulner
Ninth Power Summit to be held in September
The 9th edition of Power Summit 2025, the flagship event of Independent Power Producers' Association, Nepal (IPPAN) is scheduled to be held on September 17-18 in Kathmandu.
Nepal favourable investment destination in South Asia: PM
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has urged Spanish entrepreneurs to invest in Nepal stating that Nepal is one of the most favourable destinations for investment in South Asia,
Over 577,000 tourists visited Nepal in first half of 2025
Nepal welcomed over 577,000 foreign tourists in the past six months of this year. According to Nepal Tourism Board, a total of 577,689 tourists arrived in Nepal during the first six months since January of 2025.
Chitra released on Amazon Prime Video
Chitra, directed by Ghanshyam Lamichhane, is now available for the audience worldwide on Amazon Prime Video. Originally released in Nepal on January 12, 2024, the film is currently streaming on Prime Video.
Trauma centre construction incomplete even after extending contract twice
As per the contract agreement, the Provincial Trauma Centre, now under construction in Lamahi Municipality-4, Dang, should have been operational by now. However, citing various reason, the construction of the trauma centre, which is a pride project of the Lumbini provincial government, has been delayed. The contract of the trauma centre
Weapon shipments to Ukraine halt
The United States is pausing some weapons shipments to Ukraine over concerns about declining US stockpiles, officials said Tuesday, marking a setback for Kyiv as it faces intensifying Russian attacks. Kyiv reacted to the military aid cuts by summoning the deputy chief of the US embassy in Kyiv to a meeting on Wednesday.
Sheikh Hasina sentenced to six months in jail
Bangladesh on Wednesday convicted fugitive ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina of contempt of court and issued a six-month prison sentence in absentia, the first verdict since she was ousted last year.
Sandbags placed for Saptakoshi spur protection
To immediately prevent erosion caused by the Saptakoshi River, sand-filled bags have been kept ready along the river’s spurs. These sandbags have been placed along the eastern embankment of the Saptakoshi, from Kushaha and Madhuvan to Chatara, for the protection of the spurs.
Nepal one step from Asian Cup Finals after crushing Sri Lanka
Nepal’s women’s football team is just one win away from securing a spot in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Finals after notching their second straight victory in the qualifiers in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on Wednesday.
Heat wave covers much of Europe
A heat wave covered much of Europe on Monday, with a record-hot first day of play at Wimbledon and high winds fanning forest fires in Turkey. Heat warnings w
Monsoon rain delayed in Morang
Although there was a forecast that this year would see above-average rainfall, the rain has not occurred where it is most needed, the fields ready for paddy planting. Due to the lack of rain, farmers in Morang have been unable to plant paddy. According to Bhawani Basnet, Horticulture Development Officer at the Koshi Province Agriculture Development Directorate, paddy planting across the 14 districts of Kosh
Chef Santosh Shah launches Janakpur Fish House in Naxal
BBC Master Chef Santosh Shah has launched the traditional fish cuisine of Janakpur in his new restaurant ‘Janakpur Fish House’ in Naxal, Kathmandu. The restaurant offers an authentic taste,
