- Monday, 23 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Four poor families in Pathari get homes
Dhanmaya Rai, a 65-year-old, and other locals of Pathari Sanischare Municipality-10 were delighted after receiving new homes. The Das Morangi Community Forest Consumer Group built houses for four families of the municipality under the poverty alleviation programme in the current fiscal year.
Six months after quake, Bajura health posts still under tents
An earthquake on October 3, 2023, severely impacted the central area of Chainpur, Bajhang. The seismic event destroyed 2,895 houses and partially damaged 6,140 others.
Delicate Handling Of Foreign Affairs
We live in an era of history’s most critical juncture. The heightened geopolitical contestation among great powers has sounded worldwide alarm with fear of escalation of conflicts in various trouble spots. Even a
Elected Leaders Must Be Accountable
With the establishment of federal democratic republic in 2015, the country has witnessed making and breaking of coalition governments several times, damping the people's hope that the new political set-up would
NIFF concludes awarding Surakshya as best actress
The 7th Nepal International Film Festival (NIFF) concluded on Monday by awarding actress Surakshya Panta as the best actress and actor Bipin Karki as the best actor.
Rafting successfully tested in Marshyangdi River
A study has been conducted on the feasibility of a water excursion in the Marshyandgi River. The Aanbu Khaireni Rural Municipality of Tanahun has successfully tested a stretch of around four kilometres from the pow
Food Safety Challenges
Climate change has posed a huge threat to the food supply in Nepal. It negatively affects food security by disrupting production, access, and affordability. The increasing temperature is making it harder to grow
Information Rules
It is an age of information that enables people to connect and communicate with one another nearly at the blink of an eye. The speed of light might be the fastest irrefutably but the current speed of the internet
Nepal seeks more support from ICC
The National Sports Council (NSC) has sought more support for Nepal’s cricketing sector from the International Cricket Council (ICC). The issue was raised during a formal meet between NSC member-secretary Tanka Lal Ghising and ICC Chair Greg Barclay on Tuesday.
Pledges transparency and accountability
In Tuesday’s session of the House of Representatives, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' engaged in a comprehensive interaction, responding to queries raised by Members of Parliament. The exchange highlighted the government's commitment to transparency, accountability, and addressing pressing issues facing the nation. "We are dedicated to fostering transparency, notably through the innovative direct question-and-answer format. It is imperative to uphold open dialogue in parliamentary proceedings,
Municipality launches life insurance for Musahars
Bardibas Municipality has launched group life insurance programme for the well-being and safe future of the most vulnerable Musahar community in the municipality. It was started from the model Musahar settlement in Ward No. 14.
Hong Kong lawmakers approve law expanding government power
Hong Kong lawmakers unanimously passed a new national security law on Tuesday that grants the government more power to quash dissent, widely seen as the latest step in a sweeping political crackdown that was triggered by pro-democracy protests in 2019.
Traditional Fagu songs fading away
The traditional Jogira or Fagu songs, traditionally sung during Fagu (Holi) celebrations, are now being played through loudspeakers in rural areas. As Holi is approaching, Jogira songs have been heard through YouTube and FM radio using the internet.
Bill and Lisa Ford to raise $10M for Detroit youths
Ten nonprofits serving young people in Detroit will get an unusual, lasting gift as part of a campaign started by Lisa Ford and her husband, Bill Ford, the executive chairman of Ford Motor Co. The Fords, along with The Children's Foundation, Tuesday announced their plans to raise at least $10 million to set up permanent endowments for ten nonprofits in the city alongside Ford's investment in the refurbishment of Michigan Central Station, a long vacant train station in Detroit.
Dolphin population declining in Nepali rivers
The number of dolphins continues to decline in the rivers of Nepal. The rare species of dolphins found in Nepal's Koshi, Karnali and Narayani rivers are declining significantly.
