- Friday, 20 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Oli's Fourth Innings
CPN-UML chairman KP Sharma Oli has become Prime Minister of Nepal for the fourth time. President Ramchandra Paudel appointed him to the highest executive post on Sunday as per Article 76 (2) of the Constitution of Nepal. Oli, who was ele
Vibrant Nepali Wedding
As I stepped into the vibrant whirlwind of colours and traditions that defined my friend’s Nepali wedding, I was immediately enveloped in an atmosphere of joy and cultural richness. The air was filled with the melodious sounds of traditio
Engineers suggest shifting a section of Mechi Highway
Engineers have suggested finding an alternative to a road section of Mechi Highway in Ilam Municipality-9. The highway section from the Rajduwali Bridge over the Mai Khola to Bhanjyang has been in a deteriorating condition for years as the entire slope is gradually moving down causing frequent landslips every year, especially in monsoon.
Vehicles in Karnali roads carry passengers exceeding their capacity
Vehicles operating along the Karnali Corridor and internal roads within Humla district have been carrying passengers exceeding their capacity. A Bolero jeep does not move towards its destination until it has 14 passengers, causing passengers to travel in a cramped condition.
Music enchants both humans and animals
Music captivates everyone, be it humans or animals. Research has shown that both animals and humans are equally fascinated by music. This is evident while visiting the Goat Development Farm in Chitlang, Makwanpur.
Naresh Magrati makes money from banana plant waste
Naresh Magrati from Letang Municipality in Morang district of Koshi Province, has been making a good income by producing valuable fibre from banana pseudo stems, which are often thrown as waste across Nepal.
Book by Dr. Augustine Thomas SJ launched
A lifetime of legacy was celebrated with the book launch, Life is (not) a tale, authored by Fr. Dr. Augustine Thomas S.J. the Principal of St.Xavier’s College, Maitighar.
Spain’s triumph a saving grace for disappointing Euro 2024
A superb Spain team led by Rodri and Lamine Yamal were fitting winners of Euro 2024 after lighting up an often disappointing tournament in which too many of the continent’s star players failed to produce their best form.
Israel escalates Gaza attacks as Hamas halts talks
Israel hammered the Gaza Strip from the air, sea and land Monday as the war in the Palestinian territory showed no sign of abating, with Hamas saying it was pulling out of truce talks. Shells rained down on the neighbourhoods of Tal Al-Hawa, Sheikh Ajlin and Al-Sabra in Gaza City, AFP correspondents reported, while eyewitnesses said the Israeli army had shelled the Al-Mughraqa area and the northern outskirts of the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza.
Inexplicable Candidate Choice
Live TV debate between leading candidates has become a key feature of the presidential campaign in the United States since 1960, when two-time Vice-President Richard Nixon, of the Republican Party, agreed to a face-off with his Democrati
Embrace EVs, Cut On Fossil Fuels
Nepal, a country rich in hydropower potential, stands at a pivotal moment where decisive policy shifts are necessary to secure its future. The path forward is clear: Nepal must embrace electric vehicles (EVs) and gradually phase out fossil fuels like
Revamp School Education
It is not an assumption that the country’s education is in a shambles. The recent results of School Education Examination (SEE) held for the year 2024 have laid bare the structural shortcomings of the education system. The secondary education gr
Heed Mental Health
In our rapidly evolving world, maintaining good mental health has become more crucial than ever. The pressures of modern life — work demands, social expectations, and the constant connectivity of digital communication — can take
Gautam’s book on Dr. Tripathi’s criticism launched
‘Basudev Tripathika Pustakakar Pramukh Samalochanatmak Kriti Ra Kirti’, a book penned by Mitra Gautam was launched amidst a gathering of senior writers and poets here on Wednesday. Professor Basudev Tripathi is a renowned critic of Nepali literature. He guided literary criticism in Nepal during his long career as a Professor at Tribhuvan University. The above book thus is a criticism of criticism. Gautam has carefully dared to write the book.
Many Jajarkot quake victims not getting second tranche of reconstruction fund
Jajarkot earthquake victims have not yet received the second tranche of money for the construction of temporary housing. The government announced a relief of Rs. 50,000 for the construc
