- Saturday, 9 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Homes demolished in Abidjan over health concerns
Dame Touré rushed to quickly gather what she could as bulldozers rolled into her neighbourhood in Ivory Coast's fast-growing economic hub of Abidjan. Her three children joined her, stuffing plastic bags with clothes and whatever other items they could grab, before their home was reduced to rubble as armed security forces looked on.
Undefeated Nepal facing UAE in semi-final
Nepal has continued its winning streak at the ACC Men’s Premier Cup 2024. Defeating Saudi Arabia in the final group-stage match of the tournament on Wednesday, Nepal progressed into the semi-final as the topper of Group A with four wins in four matches. Nepal is facing the UAE, second positioned team of Group B, in the semi-final scheduled on Friday.
Japan records a trade deficit despite recovering exports
Japan recorded a trade deficit for the third straight fiscal year as the costs of energy and other imports rose and the yen remained weak. The deficit was 5.89 trillion yen ($38 billion) for the fiscal year that ended in March, according to Finance Ministry data released Wednesday.
EC issues guidelines for social media use during by-election
The Election Commission (EC) Nepal has issued stern guidelines to all stakeholders about adhering to the Election Code of Conduct for the upcoming April 27 by-elections of the House of Representatives (HoR) in Ilam-2 and the Provincial Assembly in Bajhang 1(1).
Icefall doctors clear Everest climbing route from Base Camp to Camp I
As the Mount Everest climbing season approaches, icefall doctors have cleared the climbing route from Base Camp to Camp I on Wednesday. Lama Kazi Sherpa, Chairman of the Sagarmat
Mini-tillers distributed to 61 farmers in Jumla
Mini-tillers have been distributed to 61 farmers of Jumla in subsidy. To mechanise and commercialise the traditional agricultural system, the Prime Minister Agricultural Modernisation Apple Supper Zone Office has distributed mini hand tiller with a 50 per cent subsidy.
40 % construction work of embankment completes in Rapti river
Around 40 per cent of the construction works of two embankments in Banke along Rapti River in Rapti Sonari Rural Municipality have been completed. The construction work began with the aim of protecting the villages and settlements of the Rural Municipality from the erosion of the river. About 40 per cent of the work has been accomplished since the commencement of the work in December 2022.
Populous Region Deserves Priority
Has South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) now become a regional organisation that has lost its relevance for South Asia? Were the founders of this regional entity less visionary than the incumbent on
Ensure Safety Of War Reporters
Truth telling is always associated with risks and challenges, and journalists face this every day. War journalism is essential for truth-telling and uncovering hidden facts. Journalists have risked their lives covering wars
Invest in tourism infrastructure: Dhakal
President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) Chandra Prasad Dhakal has requested to join the campaign for construction and promotion of religious and adventure tourism infrastructure.
Litterateur Pangeni passes away
Litterateur Prakat Pangeni Shiva popularly known as ‘Prakat Dai’ in the field of Nepali literature passed away on Tuesday afternoon. Pangeni passed away during treatment at the Manipal Teaching Hospital in Pokhara.
Two DIGs recommended for AIG post
Two Deputy Inspectors General (DIGs) of Nepal Police have been recommended for the Additional Inspector General (AIG) post. The promotion committee meeting of the Ministry of Home Affairs held on Monday recommended Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Umesh Raj Joshi and Bhim Prasad Dhakal, for promotion to the post of Additional Inspector General (AIG).
Groundbreaking Triumph
In the culmination of six years of dedicated construction efforts, Nepal celebrates a monumental achievement: the completion of the Nagdhunga tunnel. The breakthrough of the tunnel marks a significant milestone in
Wonders Of Art
Like each year, World Art Day was celebrated with much enthusiasm on 15th of April. The date, April 15 was chosen in reverence to Leonardo da Vinci who was born on the same day. Vinci was a famous Renaissan
Outlook of world economy brighter: IMF
The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its outlook for the global economy this year, saying the world appears headed for a "soft landing" — reining in inflation without much economic pain and producing steady if modest growth.
