- Wednesday, 25 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Govt committed to human rights: PM
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has said that the government of Nepal was committed to promoting human rights culture. Speaking at a programme organised by the Natio
Farmers worried over cauliflower price fall
Farmers are worried about not being able to sell their vegetables, especially cauliflower. As cauliflower is not sold, it is going to rot in the farmer’s fields. “Cauliflowers are blooming in the field, but we are not able to sell them
Israel presses on with Gaza bombardments
Israeli warplanes struck parts of the Gaza Strip overnight into Saturday in relentless bombardments, including some of the dwindling slivers of land Palestinians had been told to evacuate to in the territory's south.
Electricity reaches remote villages of Sindhupalchowk
Gumba, Kyangsing, Ambakhark, a very remote village of Jugal Rural Municipality-3, have been electrified for the first time, known as Karnali of Sindhupalchowk. There is no limit to the joy of the local people after those villages got electricity for the first time. Deepak Sapkota, chief of Nepal Electricity Authority Sindhupalchowk Distribution Centre, Lamosanghu said th
Tensions soaring in Venezuela, Guyana on territorial dispute
A century-old territorial dispute deepened by the discovery of oil is boiling over between neighbours Guyana and Venezuela. Steeped in patriotism, the Venezuelan government is seizing on the fight to boost support ahead of a presid
Dhangadhi top table after draw, Kathmandu lose to Butwal
Dhangadhi Football Club (DFC) ended their fifth match with a draw against Sporting Ilam Football Club (SIFC) after a two-goal comeback in the second half, ensured a point, and topped the table.
Bihibaar Illustrates Brihat Pahari’s Creative Intellect
Kathmandu based singer-songwriter, composer and music producer Brihat Pahari is a protean artist ever ready to deviate from the status quo and nurture a creative realm of his own. The musician was affiliated with a handful of acts until he launched his solo career, and has a style that is a unique blend of folk, rock and electronic music.
Cases of loan-shark surface in Nawalpur as well
Nawalpur district was one of the few districts where complaints of loan-sharking were reported comparatively less than in other districts. However, the issues of loan-sharking have gained impetus in Nawalpur as well. While over 20,000 complaints of loan s
Smoking While Driving Risks Safety
Everyone needs pleasure and relaxation although type and way may differ from person to person. Indeed, celebrating a holiday in a favourite destination is a great way to relax and rejuvenate oneself, as well as a true opportunity to
Digital Payments Boost Climate Resilience
Over the past 60 years, temperatures in Asia and the Pacific have increased faster than the global average. The region is home to six of the ten countries most affected by climate-related disasters, with rising temperatures disrupting food sys
Anti-VAW Awareness
The 16-day activism against gender-based violence that started on the International Day for Elimination of Violence against Women on November 25 is going to conclude tomorrow (Sunday). The issue of violence against women is a
On TikTok Ban
Nepal’s government’s recent decision to ban TikTok, one of the widely popular social media platforms, has dumbfounded many. The application has been providing a good platform for the users to showcase their creativity, ideas and knowledge through short videos. The government’s logic that TikTok has caused disruption to social harmony and family structure is understandable in some way. TikTok indeed has its areas of challenges, especially regardi
Monetary policy boosts morale of investors
President of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Chandra Prasad Dhakal said that the first quarter review of the monetary policy made public by the Nepal Rastra Bank on Friday will increase the morale of investors to some extent and help bring the economy back to normal. Inaugurating the Sudurpashchim Festival 202
Basnet’s ‘The Plea of Mountain’ screened at COP
A documentary titled ‘The Plea of Mountain’ covering the impacts of climate change in Nepal was screened at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 28) in Dubai, the United Arab of Emirates.
Gatti deciding games for Juventus
Federico Gatti once worked as a bricklayer and played soccer only at night. Now he’s taking over for Giorgio Chiellini as the physical presence in Juventus’ defence. The 6-foot-3 (1.9
