- Wednesday, 18 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Amnesty alleges Israel of genocide, Israel rejects
Amnesty International accused Israel of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip during its war with Hamas, saying it has sought to deliberately destroy Palestinians by mounting deadly attacks, demolishi
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greetings on Vivah Panchami
President Ramchandra Paudel has extended his best wishes to all Nepali brothers and sisters on the occasion Vivah Panchami, celebrated in remembrance of the auspicious day when Ram and Janaki were married in the Treta Yuga.
Climate Justice For Indigenous People
As the 29th United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP29) came to a close in Azerbaijan, the climate crisis has reached a point where decisive action is no longer optional but imperative. Yet, despite global d
Unmindful Step
South Korea recently faced a very sudden undesirable political situation. The country’s President Yoon Suk-Yeol made an announcement about his decision to enforce martial law. While the decision was reversed
Air Pollution Hazards
As the winter sets in, people in the Kathmandu Valley wake up to the fact that air quality around them has deteriorated to a severe level. Air pollution becomes so hazardous that many people complain of shortnes
PM Oli inaugurating Damak View Tower on Dec. 8
The Damak View Tower (proposed Damak Business Complex) which is not operational yet is scheduled to be inaugurated on December 8. Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli is inaugurating the tower built in his initiative.
Tokha’s chaku: Winter’s sweet delicacy
As winter gradually tightens its grip, the biting cold brings with it cravings for warmth and sustenance. Among Nepal's traditional winter foods, deli
Regular flights from Bhairahawa emphasised
A ministerial-level discussion was held in Bhairahawa to address the issue of regular international flights to and from the Gautam Buddha International Airport (GBIA) on Thursday.
Subsidised salt from Raskot transported to Surkhet, accessed by the privileged
Iodised salt intended for citizens in remote areas is being transported from Raskot Municipality in Kalikot district to Surkhet, raising concerns about corruption. The government has been providing s
Late Gurung's 'Caring for the Annapurna' launched
A book titled 'Caring for the Annapurna' by the late conservationist Dr. Chandra Prasad Gurung was launched at an event in the capital recently. A visionary conservationist from Sikles of K
Transgender rights case lands at US Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments Wednesday in just its second major transgender rights case, which is a challenge to a Tennessee law that bans gender-affirming care for minors.
Barcelona return to winning ways
Raphinha and Lamine Yamal inspired Barcelona to a first win in four La Liga outings as they beat Mallorca 5-1 on Tuesday. The comprehensive vic
Nepalmandala (Bishwa Sampada Lokamala): A handy book on heritages
A new book 'Nepalmandala’ (Bishwa Sampada Lokamala) on cultural heritages of Nepal has recently been published. Written by Bhishma Banskota, a scholar on archaeology, currently working at the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, the book provides information on Nepal's cultural heritages.
New UN aid chief vows to prioritise spending as funding shrinks
The new head of the U.N. humanitarian aid agency says it will be “ruthless” when prioritizing how to spend money, a nod to challenges in fundraising for civilians in war zones like Gaza, Sudan, Syria and Ukraine.
Korean envoy, UNICEF representative distribute relief to flood victims
Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Nepal, Park Tae-young, and UNICEF Representative to Nepal, Alice Akunga, recently visited flood and landslide affected communities in Kavrepalanchowk district.
