- Tuesday, 24 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Leprosy threat continues in Nepal
Leprosy continues to pose challenges in Nepal despite it being declared not a public health problem in 2010. Fourteen years after the declaration, the battle against the disease is still far from conclusion.
‘Health insurance key to better healthcare’
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda,’ underscored the necessity of enhancing the effectiveness of health insurance to ensure improved access and utilisation of high-quality health services for all citizens.
Cereals import drops by 20 per cent
The import of cereals to the country has decreased significantly during the first six months of the current fiscal year 2023/24. According to a latest trade statistics of the Department of Customs, food imports have decreased by 20 per cent in terms of monetary value during the first six months of the current fiscal year 2023/24 as compared to the same period last fiscal year 2022/23.
Bartika Eam Rai Back With Stellar Fourth Album
Bartika Eam Rai is a US-based Nepali indie-folk/ art-pop musician and a leading figure of the modern Nepali music industry. Her poetry-like lyrics and luscious vocal timbre has charmed a wide range of followers who dearly adore and brace her artistry. Her discography includes two full-length albums and one EP: a six-track Bimbaakash (2016), an eight-track Taral (2018) and a five-track Si/Ma- [Na] (2019).
Dhakal urges NRNs in Qatar to invest back home
Chandra Prasad Dhakal, President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI), has urged the Nepali immigrants in Qatar to invest in various sectors of Nepal.
Reviewing Vladimir Lenin’s Legacy
One hundred years after his demise, Vladimir Lenin, who masterminded the 1917 Russian Revolution, continues to inspire communist and left movements in different parts of world though the Soviet Union he creat
Cope With Seasonal Depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that distresses millions of people worldwide, and it can have a significant impact on their quality of life. It is a complex mental health condition that typically occurs
Yemen Houthi rebels fire a missile at a US warship
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a missile Friday at a United States warship patrolling the Gulf of Aden, forcing it to shoot down the projectile, and struck a British vessel as their aggressive attacks on maritime traffic continue. The attack on the U.S. warship, the destroyer USS Carne
Dev Patel adopts action avatar in 'Monkey Man'
Actor Dev Patel is set to present his action avatar in the upcoming action thriller 'Monkey Man' which is set to release in theatres worldwide on April 5. Hollywood's studio Universal Pict
Surya Tamang hits 30-wicket milestone in group stage with a six-for against Lumbini
In one of the two matches of Day 15, Bagmati Province won its final group-stage match of the PM Cup Men’s National Cricket Tournament defeating Lumbini Province by six wickets at TU International Cricket Ground on Saturday.
Renewable Energy Bill
The era of renewable energy is upon us. The rapid pace at which it is being adopted across the world has even astounded experts closely observing the trend. And Nepal is not an exception. From a fleet of school buses a
Ram's Ideals Go Beyond India
After settling down decades-old legal squabble and maintaining harmony in the society, the Indian government and Hindu community constructed Maru-Gurjara style huge Ram Temple having five segments in Ajodhya. The temple covers an area of seven plus acres of land. The initial estimated cost for the construction of the Temple is said to be USD 217 million. After the management committee installed a 1.3 met
Renovation of Birendra Nagar clock tower in final stage
The renovation of the clock tower, a prominent tourist attraction in Birendra Nagar, Surkhet, has entered its final phase. Following the deterioration and partial collapse of the existing wall constructed years ago, the municipality initiated the construction of a new wall through a contract. Birendranagar Municipality has announced the completion of the first phase of wall construction, which commenced in May last year. Currently, the clock tower's wall has been successfully erected, and the finishing touches, including painting, are underway. Namaste Construction Services undertook th
Palanquin culture vanishes in Bajura after villages linked with road network
In recent times, the traditional palanquin (doli) has been vanishing from many weddings in Bajura. Bharuni Nepali, a resident of Khaptad Chededah Rural Municipality, said, "The iconic doli that was used to carry the brides have almost vanished as almost every village is linked with the road network." "Earlier during the wedding the bride's family would prepare a d
SME village being built at Bardaghat
A Model Industrial Village (SME Village) is being built at Bardaghat Municipality in Nawalparasi (West). The foundation stone of the industrial village was laid on Friday after completing the preparatory works including budget management and project construction contracts. Industry, Commerce and Supply Minister, Ramesh Rijal and Member of Parliament from the area, Binod Chaudhary, jointly la
