- Thursday, 26 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
NKorea's Kim sets forth steps to boost Russia ties
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered unspecified steps to further develop relations with Russia after his recent visit to the country as his foreign rivals warn that any cooperation on military weapons would be dangerous and bring consequences.
Mahara and Magar to carry Nepali flag in 19th Asian Games
By A Staff Reporter Kathmandu, Sept. 22 Nepal’s Bir Bahadur Mahara and Nima Gharti Magar, who won gold medals in the South Asian Games (SAG), will carry the flag of their country during the march pass at the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. The event will officially begin on Saturday and last for two hours. The International Olympic Committee made it mandatory for male and female athletes to carry the flag during the march pass from the Tokyo Olympics. Nepal’s Executive Secretary of the Olympic Committee, Sujanlal Shrestha, confirmed that Mahara and Magar will have this historic opportunity. A total of 253 players from Nepal will compete in 29 games in this year’s Asiad. Vietnam defeat Nepal Nepal lost the matches in the preliminary round of women’s football and table tennis today. Vietnam defeated Nepal 2-0 in women’s football Group F match. Nepal held Vietnam to a goalless draw in the first half but failed to stop them in the second. Forward Pham Hy Yen scored in the 53rd minute after Nguyen Thi Bich Thuy’s shot was parried away by Nepali goalie Anjila Tumbapo Subba. Ten minutes later, Nguyen doubled the lead with a diving header from the penalty box in the 64th minute. Nepal will play against Japan in its second match and Bangladesh in the third match. The top teams from each group and the three best runners-up will advance into the knockout round in women’s football. Poor show in TT In the men’s and women’s team preliminary rounds of Table Tennis at Gongshu Canal Sports Park Gymnasium Table, Nepal suffered a blow in its first match. In the men’s team preliminary, Nepal lost to Japan by 3-0. Rubin Maharjan won the first set by 11-6 but went down to Harimoto Tomokazu 3-1, with the remaining three sets lost by 11-2, 11-3 and 11-5. Sanyog Kapali lost to Yoshimura Maharu by 11-7, 11-3 and 11-7. Bilash Shrestha lost in straight sets to Japan’s Togami Shunsuke with a score of 6-11, 3-11 and 3-11. In the women’s Team Preliminary Group F, Nepal suffered a 3-0 loss to Singapore. Nepal’s number one, Nabita Shrestha, could not pose any threat to her Singaporean rival Jingyi Zhou and easily went down by 11-4, 11-3 and 11-4. Sikka Suwal Shrestha also faced a similar fate with a 1-11, 2-11, 4-11 loss to Jian Zeng. Evana Thapa Magar surrendered her match to Xin Ru Wong by 11-3, 11-7, and 11-4.
CM Pandey urges youth to stay in country, inspire others
Gandaki Province Chief Minister Surendra Raj Pandey said that the youth of the country should demonstrate their ability to do something in their own country and inspire others for the same.
Build Peace Edifice For Social Justice
What is the prime nature of political dynamics in Nepal? What are the underlying interests and strategies of various actors? Which interests are useful for political consensus and execution of peace accord and Constitution of Nepal? And which devices
Improve Women's Role In Decision-making
Women's rights, their participation in decision-making levels, empowerment and their economic conditions have been a growing concern in Nepal for a few decades with the increasing political awareness among them. Women's participation in the development activities is vital for the overall development of the society.
Targeted strikes of auto workers may spread to other states
The nation’s biggest automakers – and car buyers everywhere -- will learn Friday whether the United Auto Workers union will escalate its strike over a demand for higher wages, a shorter work week and other benefits.
Ethnic museum failing to attract visitors
It has been nearly 30 years since the ethnic museum, built to preserve and display the art and culture of 16 different castes and ethnicities of the then 16 districts of the Eastern Development Region, was opened to the public. Yet, it has failed to catch the attention of domestic and
Rautes ask for Dashain expenses
The representatives of Raute community have met Dilli Bahadur Chaudhari, the Chief Minister of Lumbini Province and sought funds to celebrate Dashain. Birkha Bahadur Shahi, the Chief and the representative of the Raute c
Tech companies try to take AI image generators mainstream
Artificial intelligence tools that can conjure whimsical artwork or realistic-looking images from written commands started wowing the public last year. But most people don't actually use them at work or home. That could change as leading tech companies are competing to take text-to-image generators mainstream by integrating them into Adobe Photoshop, YouTube and other familiar tools.
Apple picking season starts in Mustang
Apple picking has started in Mustang, the district beyond Himalaya. Apple picking started at the end of August last year, but this year, it has started from September 18. Farmers are currently busy picking apples from the garden and stowing them.
Chitwan’s seasonal battle: Fever cases with changing causes
Every year, Chitwan district reports hundreds of cases of fever. While the district was prone to malaria until some years ago, the causes of fever have of late been changing annually. Currently, viral fever caused by communicable diseases is increasing and the cases of fever by malaria are decreasing.
Nepathya embarks on its first musical tour to Canada
The renowned folk rock band, Nepathya, is embarking on its first-ever musical tour in Canada. The band will first perform at The Palace Theater
Millet cultivation declines in Bajura
In recent times, millet cultivation has been declining in Bajura, despite its status as a highly nutritious grain that can enhance dietary diversity and promote overall health. This decline is primarily attributed to the lack of awareness about its benefits among the local population and their preference for paddy and wheat. The local residents here have stopped cultivating millet after rice became readily available in every household with easy access to transportation.
Poland stops supplying weapons to Ukraine
One of Ukraine's staunchest allies, Poland, has said it is no longer supplying weapons to its neighbour, as a diplomatic dispute over grain escalates. Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said Poland's focus was instead on defending itself with more modern weapons.
Pakistan stun host Nepal, India start title defence with win
India began their title defence in the SAFF U-19 Championship with a resounding 3-0 victory over Bangladesh on Thursday. However, Nepal’s campaign started on a disappointing note as they suffered a 0-1 defeat against Pakistan at the Dashrath Stadium in Kathmandu.
