- Wednesday, 29 April 2026
The Rising Nepal
US monks bring peace to Sri Lanka
Saffron-robed Buddhist monks began a week-long peace walk across Sri Lanka on Wednesday, accompanied by a rescued stray dog that has become a celebrity in its own right. Led by Vietnamese
Nepal A fall to Oman in opening practice match
Nepal A suffered a 70-run defeat to Oman in the first match of the one-day practice series at Upper Mulpani Cricket Ground on Wednesday. Opting to bat first, Oman posted 280 for nin
Crush Middlemen
The Nepali word ‘bichauliya’ (middleman) has gained currency in politics and economy. But the intermediaries have earned notoriety for their damaging role in society. In the past, bichauliyas reportedly accessed
Online voters' list enrollment begins
In a move set to streamline civic participation, authorities in western Nepal have introduced an online system allowing eligible citizens to register for the electoral roll from the comfort of their homes, brin
Chinese artistes enthrall audience
Chinese artistes have enthralled Nepali audience with melodious songs and dazzling dances. They performed under the theme of 'voices of spring – travelling across Inner Mongolia with songs' at a function in Kathmandu Tuesday.
Defiant Nile island in Sudan’s war
For nearly two years, Al-Shubbak watched through ancient grey eyes as Tuti, the crescent-shaped island in the heart of the Sudanese capital she calls home, emptied of its inhabitants under a punishing paramilitary siege.
Germany set to slash growth forecast
The German government on Wednesday is expected to cut its growth forecast for this year as the energy shock triggered by the Middle East war hammers Europe's biggest economy. Hopes had been hig
Loudspeakers cause noise pollution
The loudspeakers that are played during the religious and wedding functions have caused noise pollution at Rajbiraj Municipality in Saptari district. Locals say that the health of the general public is beginning to suffer due to rising noise levels.
Gokyo Declaration 2026 calls for urgent action in Himalayan region
A climate conference held in Gokyo, a high-altitude settlement in Solukhumbu, on the occasion of ‘Earth Day 2026’ has issued a call for urgent action to address the growing impacts of climate change in Nepal’s Himalayan region.
Communists mark founding day amidst despair
Nepali communist parties, split into numerous factions, marked the 77th founding day of the Nepal Communist Party (NCP) in different parts of the country on Wednesday.
Banana farmers still not getting fair prices despite market hike
Banana prices in Kathmandu Valley have soared sharply in recent weeks, with retail costs reaching as high as Rs. 350–400 per dozen, raising concern among consumers and farmers alike.
Gurung translates 'Pillow Secrets' into Hindi
Nepali poet and translator Chandra Gurung has brought out a Hindi translation of 'Pillow Secrets,' a collection of 50 tankas originally composed by Spanish-language poet Norma Gonzalez Peralta.
King cobras spotted in Kailari
A rare sighting of king cobras has been reported in Kailari. Two king cobras were seen together in the Basanta Corridor forest area of Badka Banuwa,
Loss of limbs leads to loss of livelihood
Just a month ago, Umesh Khati, 27, of Benuwajha, Ward No. 5 of Kankai Municipality, left for employment in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, leaving behind his pregnant wife. He carried a dream to provide for his family
Leicester fairytale turns sour as relegation to third tier looms
Ten years after authoring the ultimate sporting fairytale, former Premier League champions Leicester are on the brink of a humiliating relegation to the third tier.
