- Friday, 22 August 2025
The Rising Nepal
'Alokmaya Surya' released
Transworld Publications has brought out an anthology on the personality and creative legacy of Panauti–based litterateur Suryaprasad Lakoju in Nepali. Senior culture expert Hariram Joshi made the book public amid a crowded presence of literay figures organised by the Society of Suryodaya Ex-
Geologists fail to measure Ventina glacier
Italy's Ventina glacier, one of the biggest in northern Lombardy, has melted so much due to climate change that geologists can no longer measure it the way they have for the past 130 years. After this year's ho
Russia, Nepal Eye Deeper Ties
Over the past two years, the West has launched what many call the most aggressive sanctions campaign in modern history against Russia, its economy, its energy sector, its finance, its transport, and even its culture. The goal was simple: i
Ground Laid For PM Oli’s India Trip
Nepal and India have always been independent sovereign nations. Unlike India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, which were once part of a single entity later divided by the British Raj, Nepal has historically stood apart. Yet, in the present context
Day Of Fasting And Faith
It is the month of Bhadra and Nepali ladies are seen dressed in their finery as they shuttle from one Teej party to another. It is not just within Nepal; Nepali girls and women throughout the world will be attending parties, enjoying the compa
KMC's Anti-smoking Move
In a welcome move, the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has imposed a ban on smoking in public places effective from August 17. The much-sought-after restriction is expected to reduce the health risks of people in the capital city, whic
Nepal clinch first victory in Top End T20 Series
Nepal finally got off the mark in the Top End T20 Series in Darwin, Australia, securing their maiden victory on Tuesday after three consecutive defeats. The Nepali side thrashed Hobart Hurricanes A
Yomari officially listed in intangible cultural heritage
The Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation (MoCTCA) has officially listed Yomari, a traditional dish of the Newar community, as an intangible cultural heritage. This recognition follows the efforts of the
PM Oli urges youth to engage in innovation, production
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that there is no reason for entrepreneurs to be dissatisfied with the current business environment in the country. Addressing the inauguration of the 17th edit
HKH parliamentarians urge urgent regional cooperation for climate action
The Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) Parliamentarians’ Meet-2025 concluded in Kathmandu on Tuesday with a strong message of urgency calling deeper regional cooperation to address shared environmental, social and economic challenges across the HKH region.
India's Modi meets China's top diplomat as Asian powers rebuild ties
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met China’s top diplomat on Tuesday and hailed the “steady progress” made in improving the bilateral relationship after a yearslong standoff between the nuclear-armed Asian powers.
Longest Jatra of Karnali concludes
The longest Jatra of Karnali, held every year in Jumla, has concluded after the symbolic slaying of the Lakhey and organising a chariot procession amid a huge crowd. The festival concluded with the Lakhey ritu
Sigdel's 'Pale Shadows At Dusk' launched
Poet Bishwa Sigdel’s poetry collection, ‘Pale Shadows at Dusk,’ was launched amid an event in the capital on Saturday. The book was jointly released by Dr. Hem Raj Kafle and Dr. Bal Ram Adhikari, along with the author, Sigdel.
Paddy plantation over in 94% of paddy fields nationwide
Above 94 per cent of paddy plantation has been completed across the country. According to the Department of Agricultur
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Raute Corridor to be built by Karnali government
The Karnali Provincial government plans to build a ‘Raute Corridor’ to support the endangered Raute community people, who have traditionally led a nomadic life across Karnali's hilly districts. The corridor will identify key settlemen
