- Sunday, 15 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Land dispute stalls new city project in Baitadi
The Patan New City Project has struggled to gain momentum due to ongoing land disputes. Structures worth Rs. 380 million remain unused. The government initiated the new city project in 2011 (2068 BS) to settle 100,000 people. However, 13 years since the project's inception, the key component of land pooling (land consolidation) remains unresolved.
Tank containers carrying raw oil arrive in Birgunj Dry Port
For the first time, tank containers carrying raw oil have arrived at Birgunj Dry Port, marking a significant milestone in Nepal’s trade logistics.
IGP Thapa vows to strive for system in police force
Newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deepak Thapa has said that he will make every effort to establish a system within the police force.
‘Koseli Ghar’ to manage waste
Pokhara Metropolitan City has started the construction of ‘Koseli Ghar’ to manage waste. The foundation stone of Koseli Gha
42 lives lost in a storm in the US
A series of storms that sparked tornadoes, wildfires, high winds and dust storms while barreling across eight states over the weekend have left at least 42 people dead and dozens injured.
Bagmati, Karnali secure second win
Bagmati Province and Karnali Province secured their second victories in the men's Prime Minister Cup National Cricket on Tuesday. Bagmati claimed a 69-run win over Gandaki Province at Siddharthanagar, while Karnali achieved a dominant 127-run victory against Koshi Province in Bhairahawa. Opting to bat first at the Siddhartha Cricket
Trump, Putin speak on plan to end Ukraine war
President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have concluded a more than hour-long call as the White House pushes its 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine aimed at ending the grinding war.
Wheel Of History Moves Forth
Karl Marx has said history repeats itself first as tragedy and second as farce. Similarly, Mark Twin is believed to have said that history does not repeat but it only rhymes. Indeed, history d
Be Resilient Against Body Shaming
Nepal is currently abuzz with social gatherings, from weddings to thread ceremonies and rice-feeding rituals. However, one recurring complaint among young people at these events is the pr
Limit Aid Dependency
The independence of India is credited to its eminent leader, Mahatma Gandhi who put forward the concept of ‘swaraj’ or self-governance. Gandhi encouraged Indian citizens to thwart their re
Shortage Of Health Workers
The non-operational Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and High Dependency Unit (HDU) at Bardiya District Hospital reflect the institutional inertia that mars Nepal's health sector. Built during th
NIFF to begin from Friday
The 8th Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) is set to be held in Kathmandu from Friday with the slogan 'Nepal International Film Festival, celebrate stories from around the world'.
Liverpool face uncertain future even as Premier League glory beckons
Liverpool are just weeks away from Premier League glory barring a meltdown but there is a palpable sense of anti-climax and uncertainty over the future after a chastening week for Arne Slot's men. On Sunday the anaemic Reds lost the League Cup final to a hungry Newcastle team, just five days after Paris Saint-Germain ended their Champions League campaign.
Pokhara hotels set to offer 20% discount in Nepali New Year
Hotels in Pokhara are set to offer a 20 per cent discount on room rates for tourists visiting the lake city during the Nepali New Year 2082 celebrations. The Hotel Association of Pokhara has announced this special offer, which will be available throughout the duration of the festival. The Nepali New Year falls on 14 April.
US govt reaffirms its continued support to Nepal
Ricky Gill, National Security Assistant to President Donald Trump of the USA and Senior Director for South and Central Asian Affairs at the National Security Council, has reaffirmed the
