- Saturday, 7 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Iran conflict grounds Mideast flights
The biggest disruption to global air transport since the Covid pandemic continued Sunday, with thousands of flights affected and busy Middle Eastern hubs including Dubai and Doha shuttered as Iran lashed out after US-Israeli strikes. Israel and Iran tr
Exception To US Exceptionalism
Days after Donald Trump said he preferred diplomacy to other means of resolving issues and within hours after Iran’s Foreign Minister said that a deal with the United States was “within reach”, American forces launched air strikes on Tehran that killed at least 160 people,
Madhesi Ekta Samaj hosts colourful Holi in Texas
Madhesi Ekta Samaj, America, organised a vibrant and grand Holi celebration in Irving, Texas, on Saturday, bringing together more than 100 members of the Nepali community in a colourful display of unity, culture, and harmony. The event, hosted by the Texas Chapter o
Good Governance Key To Democratic Polity
Good governance is a chief condition of the exercise of legitimate authority at multi-layered institutions. It increases the capacity of public and private institutions to set policy goals, implement them, and create orderliness of life through binding decisions. The ability of govern
Typos & New Words
Those were the inconvenient times: pen, notebook, book, and dictionary together, and then turning the pages. As I did, anyone above 40 must have undergone such cumbersome moments to learn English vocabulary. Personal habit counts much: some might have underline
World leaders urge return to talks after attack over Iran
World leaders urged peace and a return to talks as the military strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran raised concerns about whether the violence could spread across the region and tensions rose with Iran vowing devastating blows after the killing of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Youth Await To Vote
Youths are considered key drivers of change. No big political and social events have occurred without their participation. Yet, they often distance themselves from political activities, arguing that such activities do not suit them. Their apathy i
Newa-flix launched as first Nepal Bhasa OTT platform
The first over-the-top (OTT) platform dedicated to Nepal Bhasa content, Newa-flix, was officially launched at Kirtipur Cineplex on Saturday, marking a milestone for indigenous digital entertainment in Nepal. Presented by Elohan Publications, the platform
Women's Asian Cup: Australia make winning start
Star striker Sam Kerr hit the target as Australia made an unconvincing start to the Women's Asian Cup on Sunday with a 1-0 win over a gallant Philippines in front of a record crowd at Perth Stadium. The Chelsea forw
Tourism tops Gandaki poll agendas
Gandaki Province, spanning from Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East) on the Indian border to Korala on the China border, is home to 2.46 million people. The province has 1,870,065 registered voters across 18 constituencies, with 234 cand
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President extends Holy wishes
President Ramchandra Paudel has extended his best wishes for happiness, peace and prosperity to all Nepalis at home and abroad on the auspicious occasion of the special festival of Phagu Purnima (Holi).
Ahmed inspires England win over New Zealand
England could not guarantee Rehan Ahmed will make another appearance in the Twenty20 World Cup after an inspirational debut. Ahmed played a sta
20 players called for CWC League 2 closed training
Twenty players have been called up for a closed training camp ahead of the ICC World Cup League 2, which will be held in Nepal from March 10 to 20. The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) sele
Korala border to remain closed for three days
The Korala border point along the Nepal-China border will remain closed for three days in view of the House of Representatives election scheduled for March 5. According to the District Administration Office, Mustang,
Bridges To Nowhere: Monuments To Corruption
Nepal is perhaps the only country where bridges are built sans approach roads. This is the height of corruption, and the height of condonation. In other words, it is a mirror reflecting how corruption is entrenched in Nepal. Blaming politicians, bureauc
