- Sunday, 15 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Bold Promises, Limited Results
As the second term of US President Donald Trump nears its symbolic first 100 days, his impulsive foreign policy has yielded little progress in addressing global conflicts or rewriting international trade rules in the
Action Plan For Exiting fatf Grey List
Nepal has once again fallen into the grey list of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF). During the plenary meeting of the FATF held in Paris from February 17 to 21, 2025, Nepal, along with Laos, was placed on the
Thriving Gym Culture
Nepalis, especially the young, have been visiting gyms in growing numbers over the past several years. The culture of workouts, weight training, and bodybuilding has transformed from a practice for ensurin
Disaster Preparedness
Each year, natural disasters like floods, landslides, forest fires and lightning claim hundreds of lives in Nepal. Likewise, wildlife attacks, plane crashes, altitude sickness and snake bites are other major me
Dwindling film shoots in Pokhara
There was a time when Pokhara was considered one of the prime destinations for film shooting in Nepal. More than half of Nepali films were shot against the backdrop of this city’s stunning natural beauty. Celebrate
Man United loses to Newcastle, Real Madrid wins
Andre Onana was left out of Sunday's Premier League game against Newcastle following the goalkeeper's latest high-profile errors for the club, but Manchester United still fell to a heavy loss. With back-up keeper Alt
Foreign diplomats taste Nepali tea and hospitality in Ilam’s Antu
After enjoying a boat ride on the Antu Pond, a group of ambassadors from various countries proceeded towards a hill covered by a tea garden. At the hill, wicker baskets used for plucking tea leaves had been prepared in advance. Each guest was handed a basket traditionally used for carrying tea leaves. Then, the ambassadors, accompanied by Foreign Secretary of Nepal, Amrit Bahadur Rai, entered
Songs fill the air as summer migratory birds arrive
With the arrival of spring, the sweet sounds of the cuckoos echo through the forests. The melodious “kaaphal pakyo” song enhances the beauty and fragrance of the green forests. These bird calls, unheard during winter, have begun to fill the air as the warmer season begins. Just as the migratory birds of winter depart, their summer counterparts have started arriving in the country to b
Attention, Sports Authorities
This is an issue I have been hammering on about for five decades. As someone who debuted his journalism career with the news beat covering sports, entertainment and education, let me submit an appeal
Quake recovery blunts water festival
Several Southeast Asian countries kicked off their annual water festival holiday on Sunday, but in the wake of a devastating earthquake last month, Myanmar is missing out on the fun. The holiday is an
Corridor eases Kali Gandaki locals’ travels to district headquarters
Residents of Kali Gandaki Rural Municipality in Gulmi had to face the ordeal of travelling through three districts—via Mirmi and Galyang in Syangja, and then through Bartung and Ridi in Palpa—just to reach the district headquarters, Tamghas. The journey would take at least three days: one to travel, one to complete administ
Can Nepal's Ailing Economy Be Cured ?
Nepal’s economy has remained sluggish since the emergence of COVID-19. Domestic production fell sharply, and supply chains got disrupted because various tough measures, including lockdowns, were in place to c
Alpha Male Paradox
In modern South Asia, including Nepal, there is a developing discussion on the present-day meaning of being a "strong man." Youth in Delhi and Kathmandu are accepting the international "alpha male" discourse th
Cheers To Nepali Films
Films are considered the most powerful means of conveying messages to people through images, dialogue, acts and lyrics. They are indeed a literature woven into a series of actions. Their ability to entertain, educate and impact the masses has morphed them into an essential component of modern society. Moreover, films have become a barometer of the cultural industry, promoting soft power of given coun
Land ownership certificates distributed to 59 individuals in Bakaiya
Distribution of land ownership certificates has begun in Makwanpur for citizens who have been residing in Bakaiya Rural Municipality and using the land for a long time but were yet to receive official documents.
