- Wednesday, 18 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
13 dead after landslides bury 40 homes in Uganda
At least 13 people have died in eastern Uganda after landslides buried 40 homes in six villages, relief officials said Thursday. The Uganda Red Cross Society said 13 bodies have been recovered and the rescue effort is continuing.
Doctor falls prey to honey trap, 3 held
Police have arrested three individuals accused of being involved in a honey trap scheme. Those arrested include 25-year-old Samridd
Nepal, Finland ink agreement on public investment mobilisation project
The government of Nepal and the government of Finland have made a framework agreement on public investment mobilisation project. The agreement for the project to be financed unde
Liverpool on top of Champions League, Dortmund also among winners
Liverpool are the only team with a perfect record in this season's Champions League after beating title-holders Real Madrid 2-0 in their heavyweight clash on Wednesday, with last season's runners-up Borussia Dortmund among the night's other winners.
Mithila paintings are being made for Vivah Panchami
Artists are busy creating traditional Mithila arts and paintings on the walls of Janakpurdham for the Vivah Panchami festival. These paintings commemorate the wedding of Lor
BRI For Infrastructure Development
As Prime Minister K.P. Oli prepares for his official visit to China at the invitation of his counterpart Le Qiang, foreign policy discussions has increasingly focused on Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) project agreem
Hydropower, Road And Sports Facility
There are public expectations from China during Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's visit to the northern neighbour. Globally, China has been known for its extraordinary achievements in the field of infrastructur
End Violence Against Women
Every year, the world celebrates 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. While celebrating these important 16 days, we are forced to come across horrendous incidents of gender-based violence globally. Ho
Demographic Dividend
Nepal is going to graduate from LDC status by 2026, and its demographic composition plays a key role in the attainment of this status. We all know that population plays a crucial role in achieving Sustaina
Experts express concern over declining pollination in Karnali
Agriculture experts and policymakers have expressed concern over the declining pollination rates in Karnali Province as it is increasing having its toll on agriculture production and livelihood.
Cabinet endorses PM's China visit, minister Rana in Chengdu
The government has endorsed Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli's visit to China beginning from December 2 to 5. A Cabinet meeting held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers on Thursday evening endorsed the Prime Minister's China visit, Minister for Communication and Information Technology Prithvi Subba Gurung told The Rising Nepal.
Building to run 15-bed hospital ready in Vyas
A building for the 15-bed Vyas City Hospital has been completed at Dumsi in Vyas Municipality-10, Tanahun. The locals are happy after the completion of the hospital building. Baikuntha Neupane, Mayor of Vyas Municipality, said that a building fo
Israel and Hezbollah start ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon-based Hezbollah militants began a ceasefire Wednesday in a major step toward ending nearly 14 months of fighting as a region on edge wondered whether it will hold.
Focus on delivery than making tall promises: Minister Paudel
Minister for Health and Population Pradip Paudel has said that people feel disheartened when political parties make grand promises while in government but fail to allocate the necessary resources to fulfill them.
Butwal’s Sen era garden attracting Indian tourists
The historic Fulbari in Butwal, the palace of King Manimukunda Sen, has become a preferred destination for Indian tourists. Visitors from India now frequent the Manimukunda Sen Garden (Fulbari) daily.
