- Wednesday, 25 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Green Growth Advisory Service set up at FNCCI secretariat
The Green Growth Advisory Service has been established at the secretariat of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FNCCI) to promote the green economy.
Remittances set record at Rs. 137 billion in Asoj
Nepal received a record high remittance around of Rs. 137 billion in a single month (from September 18 to October 17). According to the current macroeconomic and financial situation report published by Nepal Rastra Bank on Friday, the country has received a remittance of around Rs. 136.97 billion in the month of Asoj.
Potentials And Pitfalls Of Nepal’s Export Trade
There was much hope and hype in regard to the potential growth and diversification of Nepal’s export trade following its accession to the WTO in 2004. A diagnostic trade integration study
Suaahara II improves nutritional status of mothers, children
USAID’s investment in nutrition through the Suaahara II 'Good Nutrition' activity has resulted in improved nutritional status of mothers and children in Nepal, the project informed at the final dissemination programme organised Wednesday in Lalitpur. In the programme, the project disseminated the accomplishments and insights of USAID’s flagship nutrition initiative, Suaahara, which spanned from 2011 to 2016, and its successor Suaahara II from 2016 to 2023.
Socio-Economic Value Of Deusi Bhailo Culture
Deusi Bhailo, also known as Dheusi or Dhyausi Bhailo, is a traditional performance that takes place during the five-day Tihar festival in Nepal, which occurs in October or November. In the tradition of Bhailo
Returning To The Roots Through Festivals
When folks in Eastern Nepal start chatting on a bus or in public, one common question is, "Where is your 'pahaad' ghar?" Now, 'pahaad' means hill, but for the people in Eastern Nepal (known as
Learning From Chengdu’s Green Development
China’s march towards modernisation is truly momentous. Its experiences and insights hold prospects for other countries striving for rapid economic development and prosperity. Recently,
Obama's Inspiring Journey
Roberta Edwards' book, "Who is Barack Obama?", is a great read that tells the story of the inspiring journey of Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States. It is easy to und
Build Back Better
The earthquake victims in the districts of Jajarkot and West Rukum are still reeling from the devastation wrought by the calamity. It will take years, if ever, for those who have lost their loved ones to the disaster to come to terms with the tragedy. Many of the injured are still being treated in hospital. The government's effort to ensure they are treated free of cost is commendable. In a good move, the government has urged the bodies concerned to carry out works for the prevention of possible disease outbreak, malnutrition and psycho-social problem
Reasons Behind Low Capital Spending
Development expenditure is of great importance to accelerate the economy. A qualitative and adequate spending of development expenditure boosts socio-economic development throu
Nepali Women In Changed Media Landscape
In Nepal, the depiction of women in media, particularly television commercials, has long been a topic of discussion and critique. The Nepali media landscape has often been accused of objec
Marigold farmers overjoyed as flower demand peaks
Tihar is the festival of flowers and lights. So the flower famers are busy picking marigold and amaranth, as the demand of flowers surges during Tihar.
International conference on mountain hydrology underway
The International Conference on Mountain Hydrology and Cryosphere (ICMHC) is being organised in Lalitpur and Dhulikhel, from 9 to10 November, to address the issues of mountain hydrology and cryosphere and its related sectors.
Boost Sports Arena
So far, the year 2023 has been good for the Nepali cricket. The country’s national team has recently qualified for the T20 World Cup Cricket to be held in June 2024 in the West Indies and the United States of America (USA). The under-19 Nepali cricket team has also shown its potential by successfully placing itself on the list of qualifiers to play in the U-19 Cricket World Cup, 2024
Taplejung locals waiting for reopening of Tiptala border
Locals of Taplejung district have been waiting for the resumption of the Tiptala border, which has remained closed since the COVID-19 pandemic.
