- Monday, 4 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Dust, dry fields in July: A sign of drought in Madhesh
For farmers, it is not a good sign when dust rises from the roads during Asar and Shrawan (June/July). “It means drought is on the way,” said 78-year-old farmer Binhai Khanga from Rupani Rural Municipality-4. His words reflect the current state of the paddy plantation in Madhes.
A weird ‘Superman’ is better than a boring one
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a … a purple and orange shape-shifting chemical compound? Writer-director James Gunn’s “Superman” was alwa
Invasive species threaten food supply for wildlife in KTWR
The spread of invasive plant species in the Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve (KTWR) is causing a shortage of food for wild animals. These fast-growing weeds and vines are increasing in
Jumla farmers adopt improved apple varieties
Farmers in Jumla are increasingly turning to high-density apple farming, focusing on expanding the cultivation of improved apple varieties such as Italian Gala, Fuji, King Red, Golden, and Speed. This initiative is gaining momentum as part of a broader push to enhance apple production in the region.
Chelsea out to stop PSG completing clean sweep in Club World Cup final
Chelsea must somehow try to stop an irresistible Paris Saint-Germain side from adding the Club World Cup trophy to their UEFA Champions League title as the final of the first edition of FIFA's expanded competition takes place on Sunday.
Russian missiles kill at least 2 in Ukraine
At least four people were killed overnight and on Saturday morning as Russia continued to pound Ukraine with hundreds of drones and cruise missiles as part of a stepped-up bombing campaign that has further dampened hopes for a breakthrough in efforts to end the more than three-year-old war.
58 per cent paddy plantation completed in Banke
Paddy plantation has been completed in 58 per cent of the total paddy fields in Banke as of Friday. Agricultural Knowledge Centre, Banke, has repo
Apple farming brings prosperity to Gurung couple in Mustang
To manage household expenses, Angya (Ngawang) and Chiring Dhoka Gurung of Tiri village, Varagung Muktichhetra Rural Municipality-4 in Mustang, began apple farming on about one ropani of land.
Italy join Spain in Women's Euro 2025 quarter-finals
Italy reached the quarter-finals of Women's Euro 2025 on Friday despite losing 3-1 to Group B winners Spain, the Azzurre finishing ahead of rivals Portugal whose tournament ended with a dramatic 2-1 defeat to Belgium. Athenea, Patri
‘The Salt Path’, book captured hearts of millions
“The Salt Path” is a memoir of resilience and courage that captured the hearts of millions and was subsequently adapted for the big screen, with actors Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs taking the lead roles. But now, the book a
Fuel to Air India plane was cut off moments before crash
Fuel control switches for the engines of an Air India flight that crashed last month were moved from the "run" to the "cutoff" position moments before impact, starving both engines of fuel, a preliminary investigation report said early Saturday.
Hetauda endorses new fiscal year’s budget
The municipal assembly of Hetauda Sub-Metropolitan City has endorsed its budget for the fiscal year 2025/26. The budget worth Rs. 2.90 billion and three thousand was approved during the assembly session held on Friday. During the 17th municipal assembly convened on
Alcaraz will face Sinner at Wimbledon in a rematch of the French Open final
First, Carlos Alcaraz did his part to set up The Grand Slam Rematch The Tennis World Wanted, barely averting a fifth set and getting past Taylor Fritz 6-4, 5-7, 6-3, 7-6 (6) in the semifinals Friday to move within a victory of a third consecutive Wimbledon championship.
Vajra Eco Club receives environmental conservation award
Vajra Eco Club, an environmental initiative led by the students of Vajra Academy, Nepal's first green school, has been honoured with the 'Environmental Conservation Award'. The award, along with a cash prize of Rs. 10,000 (Ten Thousan
Bidya's Entry Creates Ripples In UML
Former president Bidya Devi Bhandari’s re-entry into the CPN-UML has dropped a bombshell in the party, giving sleepless nights to its establishment which is not ready to welcome her. Two weeks ago, Bhandari, the spouse of late Mada
