- Thursday, 26 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Where Lord Ram bathed and Markandeya conquered death
Such is the nature of Karma that even a sin committed while fulfilling one’s rightful duty is not forgiven. Ravan, as evil as he may have been, was a Brahmin. Thus, when Lord Ram killed him in the Treta Yuga, he had to bear upon him the sin of Brahman-murder (Brahma-Hatya). So, to repent, he called all the great sages to his kingdom Ayodhya. The revered Rishi Agastya, though, did no
Janai Purnima, Gaijatra festivals today
Hindus are celebrating Janai Purnima (Rakshya Bandhan) on Thursday by offering prayers to Lord Shiva, changing Janai (sacred thread) and eating Kwanti, a soup prepared from nine different beans.
NAC flies planes from GBIA without passengers
he Nepal Airlines Corporation (NAC) started its Bhairahawa New-Delhi and Bhairahawa-Hong Kong flights that transit via Kathmandu from Tuesday. However, no one flew on those flights. According to the Gautam Buddha International Airport (GBIA), NAC's first flights to Delhi and Hong Kong occurred without any passengers. NAC had opened the booking of tickets for the flights on Sunday. But people did not seem interested in flying to the two offered destinations. Passengers going to Hong Kong, China, flow to their destination via K
Thimi locals observing Bhairav dance after 32 years
The Prajapati community of Madhyapur Thimi, which revived the historically and religiously significant Mahakali dance after a gap of 80 years in 2022, will be performing another significant Thimi Bhairav (Bhaila) dance this year – for the first time in 32 years.
Pokhara hotels rue lack of workers as tourism season approaches
Lately, as the young generation has started migrating abroad, there has been a shortage of workers in hotels in Pokhara. Even though the number of tourist arrivals has decreased, hoteliers said that it is becoming difficult to find workers.
Application called for Nepali film for 96th Oscar Award
Nepal International Feature Film Selection Committee has announced an invitation for submissions for the 96th Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Oscar Awards). Issuing a press statement on Tuesday, the committee has called upon Nepali filmmakers aspiring to compete in the Oscars to present their films by 5:00 p.m. on September 15, 2023.
Pakistan court suspends ex-PM Khan's graft sentence
A Pakistan high court on Tuesday suspended former prime minister Imran Khan's prison sentence for a graft conviction, his lawyer said, but it was unclear if he would be immediately released. A spokesman for Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf party said the Islamabad High Court had overturned a lower court's decision this month to imprison him for three years, a judgement which barred him from contesting upcoming elections. His party and lawye
Gurkha Warrior to be premiered in IMAX Cineworld, UK
‘Gurkha Warrior’ which depicts the valour of the Gorkhali soldiers is all set for its premiere at the renowned IMAX Cineworld in the UK on September 24. Milan Chamling Rai popularly known as Milan Chams, the director and producer, shared that meticulous preparations have been made for the premier of his movie. The film is gaining attention, especially amongst the British Gurkhas.
Asia's cricket giants square up ahead of World Cup
Asia's cricket giants India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will get a final chance to size each other up before October's 50-over World Cup when the Asia Cup begins on Wednesday. Fiery rivals India and Pakistan could clash as many as three times if they go all the way in the six-nation continental championship.
Tayamcha dance competition to be held in Kaski
The Newar community has been continuing the Tayamcha dance for years on the occasion of the Gaijatra festival. The community has been organising Tayamcha d
Socialist Front created to fight regression: Nepal
Chairman of CPN (Unified Socialist) and former Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal has said that the was formed in opposition to regressive steps. He added that its formation aimed to unite all left-win
Letang cardamom farmers unhappy as production drops
Farmers of North Morang are now in a hurry to harvest cardamom. Although the price has doubled this year compared to the past, there is no smile on farmers’ face as the production decreased.
Trilateral Partnership Agenda Still Alive?
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda often beams with his typical smiles when the matter of Nepal-India-China trilateral partnership comes to the fore. Prachanda claims to be the progenitor of this idea. He is the one who first floated t
Moon, Mythology And Scientific Exploit
The moon has always been a mystery and fascination for the inhabitants of this Earth. It is seen in different cultures and religions both as a beacon of faith and fear, not to forget love and romance. The beautiful celestial body adorning the nig
Startup Ecology
Nepal's ambitious mission to transform into a startup-friendly nation by 2030 holds immense promise, reflecting the government's commitment to economic progress and innovation. The ongoing 'Nepal Startup Nation 2030' conference, a colla
