- Thursday, 19 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Quest For Sustainability On Nepal’s Wild Honey
Nepal's wild honey, often dubbed cliff honey or popularly exaggerated globally as mad honey, has attracted international attention for its distinct flavor, potential health benefits and the adventurous nature of its h
Spread Smiles
In a small village lived a young boy. He was well-known for his sparkling laugh and shiny smile that could brighten even the gloomiest day. His joy was a beacon of hope for the villagers, who often turned to him for comfort and cheer.
PM's US Visit Puts Nepal In Spotlight
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has concluded his official visit to the United States to attend the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly. During his stay in the US, Prime Minister Oli addressed the G
Promoting Investment For Prosperity
Since the 15th Plan, Nepal government has established a long-term vision of 'Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepali.' To achieve prosperity, the plan has outlined four key objectives: first, accessible modern infras
Good Growth Forecast
Nepal's economy will grow by 5.1 per cent in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/25 from 3.9 per cent in the last FY, the World Bank (WB) has projected. The growth will be driven by anticipated high tourist arrivals, along w
Bolster Financial Security
Digital payments have become a groundbreaking innovation in today's rapidly evolving financial world. Instead of dealing with physical cash or checks, electronic transactions using credit/debit cards, online
Tradition of using white clay and red-ochre vanishing
As the much-awaited festival, Dashain, draws near, a vibrant energy has begun to fill the rural villages of the hilly region. For generations, Dashain has been a ti
Behuli from Meghauli released
The film ‘Behuli from Meghauli’ was released across the country on Thursday, marking the special occasion of Ghatasthapana. Even though there has been a tradition in Nepal to release new films only on Fridays, ‘Behuli from Meghauli’ was released on Thursday. The film, starring Nischal Basnet and Swastima Khadka in lead roles, has been produced by the two
Jute losing market to plastic items
After planting paddy during the monsoon every year, the farmers used to relax for some time while some of them would make good use of their time producing various materials of jute (Patuwa).
Nepali teams aim to top group in Asia Rugby 7s today
The Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy kicks off on Friday (October 4) in Dasharath Stadium between 14 men’s teams and seven women’s teams. The group members and fixtures were revealed on Thursday.
2024 K-Culture performance held
The Embassy of the Republic of Korea (RoK) organised the 2024 K-Culture Performance in Kathmandu on Wednesday. The programme was organised to comme
Phasing out teen smoking could save 1.2mn lives
Banning the sale of tobacco to people born between 2006 and 2010 could prevent around 1.2 million deaths from lung cancer by the end of the century, said a modelling study released Thursday.
Israel extends evacuation warnings in Lebanon, signalling wider offensive
The Israeli military on Thursday warned people to evacuate a city and other communities in southern Lebanon that are north of a U.N.-declared buffer zone, signalling that it may widen a ground operation launched earlier this week against the Hezbollah militant group.
Road subsides at Krishna Bhir, traffic operating one-way
A portion of the Prithvi Highway at Krishna Bhir in Benighat Rorang Rural Municipality of Dhading has caved in and traffic is being allowed one-way. After continuous rainfall, around 30 m
Over 17,000 disaster victims rescued
A total of 17,120 people affected by floods, landslides, and inundation across the country have been safely rescued. According to Rishiram Tiwari, Spokesperson and Joint Secretary for the Ministry of Home Affairs, the rescue was carried out by the Nepali Army, Armed Police Force, Nepal Police, and volunteers, until Thursday morning.
