- Tuesday, 17 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Bagmati CM Lama for collective efforts to protect environment
Bagmati Province Chief Minister Bahadur Singh Lama Tamang stressed the need to safeguard the environment and cultural heritage. Speaking at a programme on 'Localising Climate Action, Protecting Public Assets, and Gender Perspectives in Justice' held in Hetauda on Monday, he underlined the need for collective efforts to protect the environment as its degradation affects everyone.
Significant increase in foreign assistance receipts
There has been a significant increase in the amount of foreign assistance received by the government of Nepal from development partners. According to the Ministry of Finance, new commitments of foreign assistance worth Rs. 202.4 billion have been received by third week of December of the current fiscal year 2024/25. Spokesperson at the Ministry of Finance Mahes
Govt ensures free medicine to sickle cell anaemia patients
Minister for Health and Population, Pradip Paudel, has announced that the government will ensure free medicine and quality treatment for all sickle cell anemia patients. After inaugurating a dedicated ward and a state-of-the-art operation thea
Reinvigorate Leasehold Forestry
Nepal is a poor country, where most of the people, especially those living in rural areas, are living a hand-to-mouth life. They find it difficult to manage even two square meals a day. That is why most of the rural people are migrating to urban areas or abroad for a better life. There could be several ways of retaining the rural people in their own districts but the government should make arrangements for their livelihood
Rise Of Content Creation
In today’s digital age, young people are no longer merely spectators of media; they have become dynamic creators reshaping the digital landscape. From engaging in viral dance challenges on TikTok to launchi
Positive Export Trend
In view of ballooning trade deficit, Nepal has witnessed impressive trend in the export trade. It has recorded a double-digit growth in the first five months of the current fiscal year. Another positive thing is that the e
Freezing cold disrupts classes in Kalikot schools
The increasing cold has started affecting daily life in the Himalayan district. Due to the cold, teaching and learning activities have been disrupted in government schools of Kalikot.
Yam Bahadur feeding vultures for 19 years
There was a time when touching a vulture was considered a sin and crossing paths by one was deemed a bad omen. Amid such outdated beliefs, Yam Bahadur Nepali not only worked for vulture conservatio
Panel formed to solve issues between KU and Dhulikhel Hospital
The 98th meeting of Kathmandu University’s Senate on Monday formed a seven-member facilitation committee to prepare a resolution proposal to address the issues between Kathmandu University and Dhulikhel Hospital.
Fly Dubai to resume flights from Bhairahawa starting January 13
Fly Dubai, which had suspended flights from Gautam Buddha International Airport, Bhairahawa since December 15, is set to resume them from mid-January. Fly Dubai is preparing to resume flights at the Gautam Buddha International Airport from January 13, 2025.
Dalit bill stuck in Karnali Assembly for five years
Karnali Province, home to the largest population of Dalits, is yet to pass the Dalit Bill drafted in 2019 to promote their rights and development. Despite its preparation, the bill has faced repeated delays, often failing to be presented in the Provincial Assembly or getting stuck in the committee in the name of discussions.
Translation bridges cultures: Adhikari
Bal Ram Adhikari, with a PhD in translation, has made notable contributions to bridging the gulf between English and Nepali literature. He is one of the inspiring figures in the field of education and translation. A scholar, writer and translator, Adhikari has dedicated his life to the noble profession of teaching. "For me, teaching is a noble karma," he said.
Earthquake damages 123 houses in Bajura, relief works begin
A total of 123 houses in Bajura have been damaged by the earthquake that struck the district on Saturday morning. The 5.2 magnitude earthquake, with its epice
Gaza rescuers say Israeli strikes kill 28
Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli strikes overnight and early Sunday killed at least 28 Palestinians, including at one family's home and at a school building the military said was used by Hamas. More than 14
Balloon festival in Pokhara to take off from tomorrow
A balloon festival will begin in Pokhara, the capital of tourism on Tuesday. The International Hot Air Balloon Festival will be held at Siran Pame, near Phewa Lake, from December 24 to January 1, 2025.
