- Saturday, 21 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Narainapur locals depend on free health camp for health check-ups
Most of the people in Narainapur Rural Municipality, a remote and highly underdeveloped area in Banke district, have to wait for free health camps to receive proper medical services. Hospitals and health centres in the ru
For India's garbage pickers, a miserable and dangerous job made worse by extreme heat
The putrid smell of burning garbage wafts for miles from the landfill on the outskirts of Jammu in a potentially toxic miasma fed by the plastics, industrial, medical and other waste generated by a city of some 740,000 people. But a handful of waste pickers ignore both the fumes and suffocating heat to sort through the rubbish, seeking anything they can sell to earn at best the equivalent of $4 a day.
Art workshops and exhibition, targeting farmers begins
The ‘Kisan’ (Farmer) watercolour workshop and exhibition, dedicated to ordinary working farmers, has begun at the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) in Naxal. Under the initiative of the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts and co-organised by the Nepal Watercolour Society, the workshop and exhibition began on Saturday, on the occasion of Paddy Day. Chancellor of the Academy, Naradamani Hartmchhali, said that they organised the ‘Kisan’ workshop and exhibition to honour agriculture, inspire enthusiasm, and raise awareness a
Memoir of Citizens Bank ex-CEO Bhandari hits market
Afailai Niyalda (Scrutinising Oneself), a memoir of Rajan Singh Bhandari, who has spent over four decades of his life in Nepal’s banking sector, was released amidst a function on Saturday.
Transportation Management Office comes into operation in Banepa
The Transportation Management Office has been established in Banepa of Kavrepalanchowk district. On Saturday, Minister for Labour, Employment and Transportation Management of Bagmati Province Laxman Lamsal inaugurated the new office at a function.
Self-reliance In Food
As the world is passing through the Fourth Industrial Revolution, Nepal’s agriculture, manufacturing and other areas of economy are still lagging behind in embracing cutting-edge technologies for fast, efficient, c
Taming Monsoon Menace
As the monsoon season descends upon Nepal, the nation once again finds itself grappling with the devastating impacts of relentless rainfall. Since the onset of monsoon, floods and landslides have claimed many lives, with many more injured and displaced. The tragic news underscores a pressing reality, Nepal must urgently bolster its disaster preparedness to mitigate the annual havoc wrought by the monso
The glitter of ‘Pote Market’ endures for centuries
The beauty of Kathmandu lies in the pleasure of little discoveries. At every intersection of this ancient city, you will be greeted by the sight of small temples made of wooden and brick structures, with intricately carved windows and doors. On a stroll around the valley, you will come across narrow alleys that lead you to a courtyard where a flock of pigeons circle a gilded stupa. One of these pleasurable discoveries in Kathmandu is the centuries-old “Pote Market”.
End of an era as India faces T20 future without Kohli, Rohit
Indian cricket on Sunday savoured World Cup victory while also coming to terms with the T20 retirements of modern-day greats, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Both Rohit and Kohli called time on their T20 careers for India after the cricketing powerhouse edged South Africa to clinch its second T20 World Cup title in Barbados on Saturday. The two batting stalwarts have carried the dreams of a cricket-crazy nation for over 15 years and ended the shortest format at their peak. Kohli's match-winning 76 earned him the player of the final award, and Rohit led the team from the front with three half-centuries in the tournament, in which India remained unbeaten. "It has been so amazing playing with them for so many years. We all will miss them but... this is the best fare
Local government working to preserve various original languages in Banke
The local government in Banke has launched an initiative to protect the endangered original languages that are at risk due to declining usage. Khajura Rural Municipality in the district has intensified conservation efforts by focusing on preserving various original languages that are on the verge of disappearing. Dumbar Bk, the Rural Municipality’s Chairman, mentioned that they conducted training sessions in the native languages of indigenous communities across all wards.
Heavy bombardment continues in Gaza City's Shujaiya district
Sunday marked the fourth day of heavy fighting in Gaza City's Shujaiya district. Tens of thousands of Palestinians have fled the devastated area as Israeli forces reported they had eliminated several targets, located weapons and conducted raids on booby-trapped compounds.
National convention of Unified Socialist opens in capital
The 10th national convention of the CPN (Unified Socialist) kicked off in Kathmandu on Sunday. Party chair Madhav Kumar Nepal inaugurated the five-day national convention. Nepal said his party was moving ahead abiding by democratic spirit and values. He also said that
Yarsagumba is in crisis due to climate change
The impact of climate change has a direct bearing on the high-altitude pastures in the Himalayan region. The valuable herbs like yarsagumba found in Nepal's Himalayan areas are beginning to disappear d
BRI In Spotlight Once Again
As Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda told the parliament that the government would soon sign an agreement on implementing the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), lawmakers started to speak for and
Destigmatising Medical Abortion
Medical abortion has been a topic of considerable ethical, medical, and political debate and is more than a healthcare procedure. In fact, it is a pivotal issue reflecting broader societal values about auto
