- Wednesday, 6 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Dementia: A Concern Of Ageing Population
Dementia is one of the most challenging health issues of the 21st century, affecting millions of individuals worldwide and placing significant burdens on families, healthcare systems, and society at large. With it
Walnuts: A Powerful Cholesterol Buster
When it comes to managing cholesterol levels, the foods we eat play a key role in maintaining heart health. Among them, walnuts stand out as a cholesterol-lowering superfood. Research shows that eating 28 to
Gaza development put back 60 years by war: UNDP
The Israel-Hamas war has put back development in Gaza by 60 years and mobilising the tens of billions of dollars needed for reconstruction will be an uphill task, the United Nations said.
Orange production falls by 300 tonnes in Gorkha
Orange production has decreased in Gorkha this year. According to Prime Minister Agriculture Modernisation Project, Project Implementation Unit, Gorkha, orange production has decreased by about 300 tonnes this year as compared to last year’s production.
Build Quality Roads
Road infrastructure is one of the most important public assets, contributing significantly to economic growth and overall development of a nation. Roads connect producers with market, patients with hospit
Over 65,000 people visit Gorkha Museum in six months
According to Gorkha Museum Chief Jaya Narayan Karki, around 66,000 people have visited the historic Gorkha Museum since August. A total of 65,346 people visited the Gorkha Museum from July/August to December/January of the current fiscal year. People visiting the Gorkha Museum have been divided into four groups. Most Nepalis visited the
Winter cold, air pollution propagate respiratory illnesses
As winter is coming to an end across Nepal, the country still faces a dual health threat, severe air pollution and the seasonal spike in respiratory illnesses. Nepal’s already overburdened healthcar
Adolescent girls to receive HPV vaccine against cervical cancer
The Ministry of Health and Population has been preparing to launch a nationwide human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine campaign from February 5, 2025. During the nationwide campaign, over 1.68
'Stop relying on Reference Book to fix customs duties'
Nepal Foreign Trade Association (NFTA) has urged the government to cease reliance on the Reference Book to determine the customs duties, and address under- and over-invoicing.
Price hike of cement adds woes to quake victims
The earthquake-affected people in Rukum West have been further disappointed by a hike in cement prices when they were busy reconstructing their houses. One year after the earthquake, the government
About 1.97 million households registered in farmer listing system
About 47.7 per cent of farmers' households across the country have been registered in the farmer listing system so far. According to the Agricultural Information
Significant progress in healthcare, but challenges remain: Minister Paudel
Minister for Health and Population Pradip Paudel has stated that while significant progress has been made in the healthcare sector, it is still insufficient. He made these remarks during
Golchha Group announces making of Paran
Bioscope Cinema Pvt. Ltd. jointly owned by Shekhar Golchha, Chairman of the Golchha Group, and Ranjit Acharya, head of Prizma Advertising, has announced the production of a movie titled ‘Paran’ under its banner.
Nepal finishes 13th among 16 teams in U19 T20 World Cup
The Nepali women’s team finished 13th in the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup after defeating hosts Malaysia in the playoffs for 13th to 16th place at Johor Cricket Academy Oval, Johor, on Friday.
Cold, thick fog affect life in Tarai districts
Several Tarai districts, including Sarlahi, Sunsari and Jhapa are grappling with a severe cold spell as thick fog and clouds blanket the region. The thick fog has also affected flights and ve
