- Sunday, 15 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Global Disruptions
US President Donald J. Trump has made headlines as his administration has hiked up tariffs for numerous nations. On April 2, Trump announced a universal baseline tariff of 10 per cent on almost all imports that enter the United States. Later, he also announced a higher and individualised tariff to be imposed on countries with large trade surpluses with the US and those with higher duties on American impo
Diplomats Foster Tourism
Tourism is a powerful sector for diplomacy and development, not just a matter of travel. The di-rect engagement of the envoys with local culture, traditions, and communities builds a strong bond. A recent infor
Syria's Alawites still face targeted attacks
A month after a wave of revenge attacks left hundreds of Alawite civilians dead, members of the Syrian religious minority are still living in fear, with dozens killed in smaller attacks since the start of April.
Beekeepers worry for lack of market for honey
Beekeepers in Urlabari of Morang are worried after being unable to sell honey, which they produced exceeding their expectation. Abou 24 farmers in the Urlabari area are e
Sindoor Jatra observed in Madhyapur Thimi
The people in Madhyapur Thimi celebrated Sindoor Jatra on Tuesday. Sindoor Jatra, a traditional festival is marke
Chennai finally ends its longest IPL losing streak
Chennai Super Kings ended their longest ever losing streak by stopping the Lucknow Super Giants' three-match winning run in the Indian Premier League on Monday. A day after Chennai coa
Baikuntha-Kailash zipline comes into operation
Nepal’s first Baikuntha-Kailash zipline, built with investment from the local government, has officially come into operation. The adventure zipline, constructed
PM stresses agricultural modernisation
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stressed the urgency of agricultural modernisation, regional cooperation, and sustainable environmental practices, while warning against populist anarchy and regressive political tendencies that threaten democratic progress.
Sujan Bagh Shrestha pierces tongue for third time in Bode festival
Sujan Bagh Shrestha, 30, a resident of Khasi, Bode in Madhyapur Thimi Municipality, pierced his tongue for the third time on Tuesday during the annual Jibro Chhedne (Tongue Piercing) festival. Shrestha
Clean drinking water for 35,000 residents in Waling
Residents of Waling Bazaar in Syangja district are regularly consuming purified drinking water. Around 35,000 people living in the bazaar area now have access to water that meets the standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO).
A zoo in Spain helps elderly elephants
At the Barcelona Zoo, a 40-year-old African elephant places her foot through the metal barrier where a zookeeper gently scrubs its sole — the beloved pachyderm gets her "pedicure," along with apple slices every day.
Europe condemn Russia's deadly attack on Ukraine
European officials condemned Monday Russia's deadly missile attack on Ukraine's Sumy that killed and wounded scores, accusing Moscow of committing war crimes and demonstrating disregard for Washington-led efforts to end the war.
Swonigha Resorts to build hotel costing over Rs. 4.75 billion in Gundu
On the first day of the Nepali New Year 2082, Swonigha Resorts Pvt. Ltd. has taken an important step towards developing its land in Gundu, Suryabinayak Municipality, Bhaktapur, into a state-of-the-art five-star property.
‘Pahad’ set for theatrical release
The release date for the upcoming film Pahad, directed by veteran filmmaker Tulsi Ghimire, has been officially announced. The film is scheduled to hit theaters on October 24, the day after Tihar.
Traders demand for plant quarantine at customs office
Traders of Rautahat have submitted a memorandum to the Finance Minister through the Gaur Customs Office, demanding for the establishment of plant quarantine at the customs office.
