- Saturday, 2 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Amendment to abortion law imperative, as 52% abortions are still unsafe
Although safe abortion has been legally recognised in Nepal for two decades, society’s perception of it has not changed yet. While the Constitution guarantees safe mother
'Prolonged Gulf conflict may have chilling effect on economy'
Experts have warned that the escalating conflict in the Gulf region could have multifaceted impacts on Nepal’s economy, ranging from fuel supply disruptions and labour issues to rising inflation and a slowdown in economic activity.
A Pearl On Mumbai’s Shoreline
I have been to several prominent cities in India, including Kolkata, Chennai, and New Delhi, and stayed there for months. However, I had not had the opportunity to see Mumbai in Maharashtra – the much-touted commercial and financial
Idle Wisdom Must Serve Villages
The Kathmandu Valley has become a garrison for a vast army—not one preparing for the next operation, but one living in a state of comfortable post-war peace. This is an army not of weapons but of wisdom. It is comprised of retired civil serv
Promoting Safe And Sustainable Agriculture
The agricultural sector is the main pillar of Nepal supporting the economy, and millions of people rely on it as a source of livelihood. But with the rise in usage and improper application of pesticides, it has become a major cause for health
A Foreign Minister's Period-specific Memoir
Since the practice of formally naming a foreign minister came into being in Nepal after the epochal political and systemic change of 1951, two things have remained particularly noteworthy in our context. First, many prime ministers have e
Strong Emotional Impression
Rabi Nepali’s Dhanyabaad Zindagi, a collection of fifty-three poems, leaves a strong emotional impression. Many of his poems open with a tone of heaviness or pessimism, yet almost every piece moves towards light, hope and resol
One Health Is Nepal’s Best Investment
In 2023, Nepal levied a hidden tax on its own economic growth. It was called Lumpy Skin Disease. By the time the rains receded, the pathogen had infected more than 1.5 million cows and buffaloes and killed tens of thousands. The official
Visit To UK Parliament
For many years, I dreamed of visiting the UK Parliament after hearing about it from my father. Even when I was living in Nepal, I imagined how it would look inside. I thought I might never get the chance – until our Dartford Nepali community
Zelenskyy: Ukraine awaits US approval for drone deal
Ukraine is awaiting White House approval for a major drone production agreement proposed by Kyiv last year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday, as countries scramble to modernize their air defenses after the Iran war exposed shortcomings.
Sewar Khola Bridge makes 50% physical progress
Construction of the Sewara Khola Bridge in Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City-16, Dang, has seen 50 per cent physical progress. The bridge falls under the Ghorahi-Tulsipur road section, and with only about three months remaining before the construction deadline, half of the work has been completed.
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Remittance inflows rise to Rs. 1,261B in 7 months
Nepal recorded a significant surge in remittance inflows during the first seven months of fiscal year 2025/26, strengthening the country’s external sector. According to the latest macroeconomic and
Champions League Real Madrid dominate Man City, PSG beat Chelsea, Arsenal salvage draw
Even without a host of Galacticos, Real Madrid was far too strong for Manchester City in the latest Champions League clash of these titans. A 3-0 win at the Be
Two held with illegal drugs in Sunsari
Police have arrested two individuals involved in the buying and selling of illegal drugs in the Dudhbhi Municipality area of Sunsari district.According to the Area Police Office in Duhabi, the suspects were arrested while allegedly tradin
TRN's reporter Pandak honoured
The Rising Nepal's Taplejung correspondent Chandra Pandak has been honoured with a cash prize. Pandak was awarded by Pathibhara Yangwar
