- Monday, 23 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Qatar meets Iran in Asian Cup semifinals
Alireza Jahanbakhsh’s last-minute penalty gave Iran a 2-1 win over Japan on Saturday and a place in the Asian Cup semifinals for just the second time since 2004. Iran will next play tournament host Qatar, which beat Uzbekistan 3-2 in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 stalemate after extra time in their quarterfinal encounter.
Sculptors in Sunsari busy crafting Saraswati idols
As ‘Basant Panchami,’ also known as ‘Saraswati Puja,’ is approaching, sculptors in Sunsari district are busy crafting idols of Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom. Kamal Kishor Sharma from Gadhi Rural Municipality-3 is dedicating his craftsmanship to creating Saraswati idols. Many sculptors in Sunsari, including Sharma, have been actively encouraged to produce Saraswati idols for Saraswati Puja.
What parents should know to protect their kids on social media
Social media CEOs got grilled by Senate lawmakers this week in an emotional and often heated hearing about the dangers their platforms pose to children — sexual predators, videos encouraging suicide and glorifying eating disorders, bullying and addictive features, just to name a few.
Drone to guide elephants to safe locations in Jhapa
After the wild elephants started venturing into urban centres, posing a significant threat to the security of the locals, Damak Municipality has decided to purchase two drones to observe the animals and guide them to safe locations.
Winter session of House begins today
The winter session of both the Houses of Federal Parliament is begining on Monday. According to the parliament secretariat, the meetings of both the House of Representatives and National Assembly are summoned for 4:00 pm on Monday.
Locals block operation of Ratodhunga substation demanding towers relocation
The testing of the substation and transmission line constructed in Malika Rural Municipality-6, Ratodhunga, aimed at expanding the central transmission line in the western part of Myagdi, faced operational challenges due to residents' obstruction despite the positive outcomes of the tests. Following the testing, it is anticipated that the central transmission line's supply and expansion will soon reach settlements in Mangala, Malika, and Dhavalagiri Rural
Concrete houses displacing clay houses in Manang
The combination of increased tourism, western cultural influence, and overall development has contributed to the gradual displacement of traditional clay houses in Manang.
Hamas deploys police, distributes funds in Gaza
Hamas has begun deploying police forces and making partial salary payments to some of its civil servants in Gaza City in recent days, resurfacing in areas from which Israel had withdrawn the bulk of its troops a month ago, four residents and a senior official in the militant group said Saturday.
Nepal Police Club shines in karate
Nepal Police Club became the champions in the three-day 3rd Krishna Prasad Bhattarai Memorial National Karate Championship with 10 gold medals. The championship ended on Saturday. Alongside the 10 golds, Nepal Police Club also secured three silvers and a bronze. Nepal Police won two golds on the final day. Biplov Lal Shrestha got a gold in the 84kg+ category defeating Sudur Pashchim’s Lokesh Karki 12-4.
Conspiracy Theories Galore
Almost after 23 years, the Royal massacre in which an entire family of king Birendra was wiped out continues to prick the psyche of most Nepalis. The unfortunate occurrence time and again agitates the national politics.
Army stuns Three Star to lift 23rd Aaha! Rara Pokhara Gold Cup
Playing in the finals of the Aaha! Rara Pokhara Gold Cup for the fifth time, Tribhuwan Army Club has finally won the trophy for the first time in the 23rd edition. Army defeated Three Star Club 3-0 in the finals of the 23rd Aaha! Rara Pokhara Gold Cup at Pokhara Rangasala on Saturday.
Winter Fog Harmful For Pulmonary Patients
As winter descends upon us, so does the thick blanket of fog that often engulfs our surroundings. While fog can create a picturesque ambiance, it also poses significant risks to our daily lives. To ensure our safety and well-being
Conserve Wetlands
World Wetlands Day is observed every year on February 2 to mark the date of the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands, also known as the Ramsar Convention, an international treaty aimed at promoting the conservation
Boost Police Morale
The kicking and fisticuffs between an immigration officer called Chhayanlal Muktan and a police security officer on duty at the Tribhuvan International Airport last Friday has shed light on the bullying attitude of civil servant towards security forces. Civil servants tend to think themselves as superior to other staff just because they are considered permanent government. Because a state hold them in high r
IFC to invest 56 million US$ in Global IME Bank
To help increase access to finance for smaller businesses in Nepal, including women-owned firms, and foster climate-friendly projects, IFC is investing US$56 million in Global IME Bank Limited (GIBL).
