- Saturday, 21 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Himalayan Literature Festival concludes
The two-day International Himalayan Literature Festival concluded with a stage performance of the famous poems by pioneer Nepali poet Gopal Prasad Rimal in Kathmandu on Tuesday evening.
Budget focuses on mega hydropower projects
The government has focused on developing hydropower projects, especially reservoir-based ones for energy security. The government has allocated Rs. 50.74 billion fo
Experts extol legacy of Gandhara Buddhist heritage
Researchers and experts in Buddhist heritage and traditions have agreed on the need to preserve common heritage sites related to Buddha and pass on the knowledge to new generations for peace and shared prosperity.
Translate Republican Ideals Into Reality
Nepal celebrated the 17th Republic Day on Jestha 15, 2081 B.S. Although the country had never been colonised, it has witnessed a series of revolts against its own rulers. People fought against the Ranas and the Shah d
Scientific Research Needs Critical Scrutiny
A few days ago, I was invited to Kathmandu University to interact with students studying "Media Studies," and to discuss critical thinking in research. I spoke about the significance of critical thinking for accurate a
People in hilly areas of Nawalpur forced to undertake risky journeys
The deteriorated state of the roads connecting the hilly regions of Nawalpur district has compelled residents to undertake perilous journeys, significantly increasing the likelihood of accidents.
CoAS Sharma builds three Rudrayani entrances in Jhamsikhel
After Nepal became a republic, the activities of the Nepal Army have changed over time. The Nepal Army has contributed to the development and promotion of local languages, musical instruments and various indigenous cultures.
Budget of Rs. 3.5 billion for Ministry of Youth and Sports
Reciting the Budget Speech for Fiscal Year 2024/25 at the Parliament on Tuesday, Minister for Finance, Barsaman Pun, informed that a budget of Rs. 3.5 billion was allocated to the Ministry of Youth and Sports. Last fiscal year, Rs. 2.875 billion was allocated for the ministry.
Garlic worth Rs. 3.6 million sold from single ward
Garlic worth more than Rs. 3.6 million has been sold from a single ward of Musikot Municipality-10 in Rukum West in one season. Garlic worth Rs. 3.612 million was sold from Jhang,
Gandaki Province collecting suggestions for forest area strategic plan
Gandaki Provincial Government has started collecting suggestions from stakeholders to create a strategic plan to conserve forest areas. The Province's Ministry of Industry, Tourism, Forest and Environment has begun preparing a 20-year strategic plan to conserve forest areas. To create the strategic plan, the ministry collected suggestions from stakeholders in Beni on Sunday.
Photo exhibition begins in Dhanagadhi
On the occasion of the Republic Day, a photo exhibition through a slideshow has begun in Dhangadhi. The exhibition is organised by the Gorkhapatra
Heatwave Concerns
As the sweltering summer sun beats down relentlessly, people in the Tarai region are grappling with an unprecedented heatwave. Temperatures have soared above the 40-degree Celsius in several districts, causing residents
Charms Of Summer
The flowers are in full bloom. Leaves rustle lushly in the trees. People are seen gathering around in shades. Cold drinks are relished, particularly fizzy, carbonated and flavoured ones. Likewise, shorts, sleeveles
NSC awards eight athletes of four sports
The National Sports Council (NSC) feted eight athletes from four sports on the occasion of National Republic Day in Lalitpur on Tuesday. The Council honoured three individuals from athletics, three f
TRN’s Dhakal and Gorkhapatra’s Nepal receive Lalitkala Patrakarita Puraskar-2081
Renuka Dhakal, a journalist working with The Rising Nepal, and Sukreet Nepal of its sister publication Gorkhapatra Daily, have been awarded the ‘Lalitkala Patrakarita Puraskar-2081’ for their contributions to the development of fine arts in the country.
