- Tuesday, 24 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Rs. 85 million collected at Pathibhara temple
Cash offerings of nearly Rs. 85 million have been collected at the famous Pathibhara (Mukkumlung) Temple in Taplejung. Organising a press conference on Thursday, officials of the Pathibhara Area Development Committee informed that Rs. 84,594,336 had been collected in cash offerings till December 16 this fiscal year. Of this amount, Rs. 6,811,110 was collected in the two months between mid-October and mid-December, the committee's Executive Director Prajin Hangbang said.
Minister Gurung emphasises impartial corruption probe
Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Dhanraj Gurung, pressed for a bold and impartial investigation into cases of corruption. Speaking at a press conference organised by Nepal Press Union, Syangja on Friday, Minister Gurung called for a stringent investigation into corruption cases, stating that the involvement of influential people in suc
Nurturing Vital Links Of Political Stability
Securing political stability, good governance and justice delivery are the watchwords of Nepali Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda. Political stability is a condition characterised by the smooth functioning of civic and political institutions and the government and avoiding any atrophy for a rela
The Dangers Of Media Sensationalism
Media trials have been increasingly prevalent in Nepal in recent years, impacting public opinion and court cases and sometimes implicating individuals. Sensationalism and speculative reporting are common features of media trials, which can have a significant impact on the legal system. There are serious w
At least a dozen people killed as Russia strikes Ukrainian cities
Russia launched a wave of missile strikes on Friday across Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, killing at least a dozen people and wounding over 70, officials said. AFP reporters in Kyiv heard several powerful explosions in the early hours of Friday and saw thick black smoke billowing from a warehouse.
Mainali’s three literary works launched
Three works by Thakur Prasad Mainali, the former Vice-Chancellor of the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts and a distinguished senior sculptor, were unveiled amid a programme held in Kathmandu on Thursday. The releases include Mainali’s collection of writiThree works by Thakur Prasad Mainali, the former Vice-Chancellor of the Nepal Academy of Fine Arts and a distinguished senior sculptor, were unveiled amid a programme held in Kathmandu on Thursday. The releases include Mainali’s collection of writi
102 fugitives held in 13 days of operation by police in Rupandehi
More fugitives, who were on the run for many years, have been arrested after the Rupandehi Police Office launched the ‘clean sweep operation’ campaign for crime control. The police have been continuously arresting the fugitives of theft, drug abuse and smuggling.
Arsenal fail in Premier League summit bid
Arsenal missed out on the chance to return to the Premier League summit on Thursday, losing 2-0 to West Ham as Tottenham went down in a six-goal thriller at Brighton. Mikel Arteta’s Gunners were top of the tree at Christmas for a second successive year but trail leaders Liverpool by two points at the halfway point of the season.
Nepathya’s ‘Pachaasai Barshama’ released
Folk rock band Nepathya released their latest track, ‘Pachaasai Barshama’ on Friday, accompanied by a compelling video on their official YouTube channel. The song depicts a contemplative expression of time, c
‘Solution to electricity tariff arrears will be found’
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has expressed his commitment to find a proper solution to the dedicated feeder and trunk lines tariff arrears disputes after discussing with the concerned agencies. During a discussion with the dedicated and trunk line affected industrialists on Friday, Prime Minister Prachanda said that he was in favour of finding a solution to the dedicated and trunk line disputes in a positive manner, without offending anyone. The delegation led by President of Confederation of Nepalese Industries Rajesh Kumar Agrawal met the Prime Minister and drew his attention to the issues of dedicated and trunk lines arrears disputes.
Women's rights and wronged in 2023
The year saw progress on women’s rights in some countries, such as Spain’s introduction of menstrual leave, France’s bid to enshrine abortion rights in the constitution and the arrival of the #MeToo movement in Taiwan. But there were also setbacks in 2023, from Taliban edicts tightening restrictions on Afghan women to what the UN called a “global epidemic of femicide”. The year 2022 was marked by major convulsions in women’s rights across the world, from the US Supreme Court’s overtur
Test production of 10MW solar power project begins in Jhapa
The testing of commercial solar energy production has been started for the first time in Jhapa. Jhapa Energy Company Limited has started testing a 10 MW solar project since Tuesday evening. Around 17.61 million units of electricity will be generated from the project annually.
Nepal makes progress in diplomacy
The first year of the current government witnessed major progress in foreign affairs and diplomacy including rescuing Nepalis from Israel and Ukraine, repatriation of the mortal remains of Nepali nationals killed in the HAMAS attack in Israel, and various high-level bilateral and multilateral visits and engagements.
FDB urges cinema halls to renew their licenses
The Film Development Board (FDB) has requested the cinema halls to operate them only after renewing their licenses. Issuing a public notice on Thursday, the board informe
Baglung youth working to preserve Hanuman Dance
Youths of Baglung district have been active in preserving the Hanuman dance, which is popular in the Newar community. Performing the Hanuman dance is an old practice in the Newar community of Baglung. In recent years, the Hanuman dance has been performed at fairs and festivals after the youth joined hands for the protection of indigenous art and culture by learning the dancing skills. In the 7th Baglung Festival which started on Thursday,
