- Thursday, 7 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Rains and floods damage paddy crops in Nawalpur
Due to incessant rains for two days, there has been a huge loss in agricultural crops in Nawalpur. Chief of Agriculture Knowledge Centre,
Everest Women’s Volleyball League kicks off today
The Everest Women’s Volleyball League (EWVL), the first franchise volleyball league of women, is kicking off on September 30, Monday, at the Covered Hall in Dasharath Stadium.
11 brands of water banned after coliform detection
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City has imposed a ban on the sale of 11 different brands of water after finding faecal coliform contamination. The KMC also fined each brand Rs. 200,000. Issuing a press statement on Sunday, the met
Singer Dhakal’s Australia tour begins from Sydney
Singer Ram Krishna Dhakal kicked off his musical tour ‘Ram Krishna Dhakal Australia Tour’ by singing old and new songs in Sydney on Saturday evening. Taking the stage while singing the song ‘Bih
Climate change and harsh weather in France bring challenges to Chablis wine country
On a brisk late September morning in the heart of Chablis wine country, grape pickers haul large and heavy buckets over their shoulders, drenched in sweat as they climb the very steep slope of the Vau de Vey vineyard.
Monsoon disaster death toll reaches 170 with 42 missing
The latest round of monsoon-induced disasters claimed 170 lives while over 42 others are reported missing across the country. Triggered by heavy and continuous rains for t
Why World Needs The United Nations
After the devastation of the World War II, fifty countries came together in San Francisco, put aside their differences and signed the Charter of the United Nations which came into force on 24 October 1945. The C
Reducing Catastrophic Health Expenditure
Catastrophic health expenditure (CHE) is a global challenge, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries. This term refers to situations where individuals or households must spend a large
Farmers getting drawn to mulching technology
Recently, farmers have been attracted to mulching technology in agriculture as a means to boost production. With the growing use of mulching techno
600-year-old Kunqu Opera revives in modern life in China
In Kunshan City, east China’s Jiangsu Province, the melodies of Kunqu Opera, one of China’s most ancient and treasured art forms, are not confined to the stages of grand theaters, but ring out in unexpected scenes - school bells, fitness routines and even bus stop illustrations where lively cartoon figures greet passersby every day. Kunshan is the birthplace of
Panchkoshi locals want sacred flame intact amid petroleum exploration
A mysterious flame has been continuously burning in the Panchkoshi area near a river in Dailekh, even during the rainy season. Locals believe this fire to be divine and have been worshipping it for years, considering it a manifestation of God's presence.
Nepal’s Climate Call
Climate change is arguably the biggest existential threat humanity and other living beings inhabiting the earth have ever faced. Anthropogenic activities such as burning of coal and other fossil fuels as a source
Recalling Forefathers
Vedic Sanatan is one of the oldest religions which has roots in paganism and even animalism. This means that the people who believe Vedic Sanatan Dharma believe that each and everything around them ha
Landslide kills 6 children residing in Sisneri-based ANFA Academy
Six children undergoing training at the All Nepal Football Association’s (ANFA) Batsaladevi Football Academy in Sisneri, Makwanpur, died in a landslide on Saturday. Buried in the landslide on Saturday morning, their bodies were found in the evening.
Russian photographer visits Nepal 32 times to capture the majestic mountains
In Hindu society, the age of 84 is traditionally marked by the 84-year ceremonial worship known as Chaurasi Puja, symbolising a time for relaxation and being with family.
