- Monday, 4 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
New bird species recorded in Bhaktapur
A new bird species for Nepal, the Siberian Sand Plover (Charadrius mongolus), has been recorded in Simi Manohara plains of Bhaktapur, located at an elevation of 1,399 metres near Sundarighat. “This bird is not only a new recor
UML meeting concludes, decides not to renew Bhandari's membership
The central committee meeting of the CPN-UML concluded Tuesday late night, deciding not to allow former President Bidya Devi Bhandari to return to active party politics and endorsing the party statute amendment proposal.
Tamghas-Chhaldi section of Madan Bhandari Highway in sorry state
The deteriorating condition of the Madan Bhandari Highway, particularly along the Tamghas-Chhaldi section, has significantly increased the risk of road accidents, with potholes and water-filled depressions causing inconveniences to daily commuters.
Extreme heat waves spark climate emergencies worldwide
A new heat wave alert has sounded worldwide as Europe and the Middle East are battling an extremely scorching heat wave this week, prompting various climate emergencies in many countries. According to t
Five organisations agree for construction of power projects, transmission line in West Seti Corridor
A multilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed for hydropower development and the construction of a 400 kV transmission line in the West Seti Corridor. The MoU was signed among five institution
Share market investor Agrawal arrested
Share market investor Dipendra Agrawal was arrested on charges of fraud and criminal breach of trust. He was taken into custody from Tokha, Kathmandu, on Monday. According to Kathmandu Metropolitan Poli
Bangladesh defend SAFF U20 Women’s title
A stunning four-goal performance by Sagorika powered host nation Bangladesh to a 4-0 win over Nepal in the final match of the SAFF U-20 Women’s Championship on Monday. The victory secured Bangladesh’s fifth title and an unbeaten run throughout the tournament.
Our cultures are open museums: Minister Pandey
Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation, Badri Prasad Pandey has said that creative initiatives in memory of renowned musician Arun Thapa have helped raise cultural awareness and consciousness within Nepali society.
NGOs, working to help quake victims in Jajarkot return
Around 25 organisations, which were working to provide immediate relief, rescue, and temporary housing in the district following the earthquake, have now left the district. These NGOs and INGOs had entered the dis
Devotees throng Shiva temples across Nepal on first Monday of Shrawan
Shiva temples across the country were crowded with devotees on Monday. A large number of devotees thronged Pashupatinath in Kathmandu, Pindeshwar in Dharan, Arjundhara in Jhapa, Devghat in Tanahun and Halesi in Khotang on the first Monday of Shrawan. Women fast on Mondays of this month and visit nearby Shiva temples.
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
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