- Thursday, 30 April 2026
The Rising Nepal
Justice With Posthumous Dignity
Protecting the victim, especially of sexual offences, from digital exposure has become very crucial. Regardless of various laws enacted to protect the victims and to ensure their privacy, they do not seem to be respected to the utmost level. Exposi
Stigma Of Ageing
“How old are you?” is a very common question that many people tend to avoid answering. Even if an answer somehow pops up, it will most likely belie the truth. Be it an entertainment celebrity, a member of the intelligentsia, or anyone else, the avowal of one’s true age is dreaded and has long remained a sore point.
Forest Fire Menace
As the dry season approaches, Nepal faces an unusual environmental crisis, with forest fires emerging as the biggest menace. Dry weather, coupled with human negligence, causes hundreds of forest fire incidents across the country ever
Environment, another casualty of war in Middle East
From the jet fuel used in bombing raids to acrid smoke from burning oil depots, the conflict in the Middle East is inflicting a significant toll on nature and the climate. US and Israeli aircraft use a
Bhitaulo Festival begins
As Chaitra begins, the traditional Bhitaulo festival has begun in Baitadi and other hilly districts of the Sudurpaschchim Province. Especially in Baitadi, Darchula, Dadeldhu
Japan reach Women's Asian Cup semis
Toko Koga headed in two goals as Japan routed Philippines 7-0 on Sunday to advance to the Women’s Asian Cup semifinals and secure a spot in next year’s World Cup in Brazil. The 20-year-old To
US-China trade talks open in Paris
Representatives from Beijing and Washington began their economic and trade talks in Paris on Sunday, Chinese official news agency Xinhua reported. The meetings, led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, are expected to pave the way for U.S. President Donald Trump's state visit to Beijing to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in about two weeks.
Faith and duty on the frontline of elections
Before dawn breaks over the bustling streets of Nepalgunj, 23-year-old Najani Bano Rai begins a day that demands both faith and fortitude. During the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims observe a strict fast from sunrise to s
‘Perpetrators will be brought to book’
The Nepal Dalit Mukti Morcha has demanded an impartial investigation into the rape and murder of a teenage girl, Inisha B.K., and justice to the victim. A delegation led by the organisation’s chair
High-level maintenance begins at Upper Marsyangdi ‘A’ Hydropower Project
High-level maintenance work has started at the 50-megawatt Upper Marsyangdi ‘A’ Hydropower Project located in Marsyangdi Rural Municipality of Lamjung district. According to project officials, the mainte
Growing heart disease raises health concerns in Nepal, Dr. Bhattarai
In recent years, heart disease has been increasing in Nepal. Among non-communicable diseases, heart disease ranks first. The growing burden of non-communicable diseases worldwide has significantly affected Nepal as well. Many people i
US hits Iran base, Trump warns more strike
President Donald Trump said the U.S. destroyed military sites on an island vital to Iran's oil network and warned that its oil infrastructure could be next if Iran continues to interfere with the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
NKorea fires 10 missiles: Seoul
North Korea on Saturday fired about 10 ballistic missiles toward the eastern sea, South Korea's military said, staging its own show of force as the rival South conducts a joint military exercise with the United States. South Korea's Joint
Air Pollution: Nepal’s Silent Killer
Air pollution has become a serious public health crisis in Nepal. Yet, despite its devastating consequences for human health, the economy, and the environment, policymakers and the public alike continue to neglect it. Air pollution is a slow
The Shadow War Reshaping The World
The growing confrontation between the United States, Israel, and Iran reflects more than a regional rivalry; it signals a shift in how modern power struggles unfold. Increasingly, conflicts are fought through covert operations, economic pressure,
