- Thursday, 26 March 2026
The Rising Nepal
Good Governance Agenda Losing Ground
Three decades after the creation of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, the world is still warming at a dangerous rate, and the effects of climate change are becoming increasingly destructive and costly. Once upon a time, not so
Social Security Shield
In line with the constitutional provision and existing laws, the government has extended the coverage of the Social Security Fund (SSF) for workers and self-employed persons in the informal sector. With this initiative, such workers can now join the social sec
Mask Psychology
A week ago, I got to catch up with one of my acquaintances for some work. While having a conversation, the person asked me why I was in my mask. Having fully immersed myself in the task at hand, I explained that I had forgotten to remove
‘How to win graciously’: Sportsmanship melts hearts at World Cup
Sydney, Aug. 18:Unless there is an uncharacteristic outbreak of hostility and flurry of red cards in Sunday’s final, opposing players consoling each other after games will be among the enduring images of the Women’s World Cup.England, who face Spain in the final in Sydney, have been notably quick to approach their emotional opponents after the final whistle to offer a heartwarming hug and words of sympathy.The European champions dealt out some rough treatment to Australia’s skipper Sam Kerr in defeating the co-hosts 3-1 in their semi-final on Wednesday in front of 75,000 in Sydney.But after the final whistle the Lionesses players and staff consoled an emotional Kerr, who plays in England for Chelsea and is one of the most respected forwards around.Images of England players rushing over to commiserate with Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie after defeating the African side on penalties in the last 16 were shared widely online.England midfielder Keira Walsh said it was not something the players had made a conscious decision to do.It was the result of an ethos established by coach Sarina Wiegman about remaining humble and respectful in victory.“We all know the feeling of being knocked out of a World Cup and it’s one of the worst feelings in the world,” Barcelona’s Walsh said.“When you can see fellow players who are really upset, I think the natural human thing is just to go over and see if they are OK.“I’d like to think that most people would do the same in that situation.”‘Really touching’Pictures of Sweden defender Jonna Andersson hugging a distraught Maika Hamano of Japan after their quarter-final were also widely shared online.“I got sad because I saw she was sad,” Andersson told reporters in Auckland after Sweden’s victory.“I hope it was important for her to feel that support, I know she has that support from the national team and the club team.“I wanted to show her that I care about her, she’s a fantastic person.”The two players know each other well from club football, where both played this season for Hammarby in Stockholm.There were similar scenes on Tuesday, when the tables were turned and the Swedes left in tears after Spain won 2-1 in their semi-final.Spain’s players comforted a tearful Fridolina Rolfo, the Swedish forward who plays for Barcelona and was up against several club colleagues.Julie Dolan, the first captain of Australia’s Matildas, in 1979, noted that similar happens in the men’s game, but not to the same extent.“It’s how to win graciously, I guess,” she told AFP.“It’s a wonderful thing to see.”Pundits say it has been one of the endearing features of a World Cup that will already go down as the best-attended and be remembered for a series of shock results.“That has been one of the most heartwarming things about this tournament,” former Australia international turned broadcaster Grace Gill said.“Because as much joy and elation as there is for the winners of the game, they’re so quick to turn their attention to make sure their friends, ultimately, are OK.“To offer them a little bit of support in that moment is really touching to see.” (AFP)
Jon Batiste goes galaxy-building with ambitious new album ‘World Music Radio’
How do you top a five-time Grammy Award-winning album that had critics applauding its rich blend of R&B, hip-hop, swing, jazz and pop? If you’re Jon Batiste, you go even higher and wider. The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist returns this month two years after his triumphant album “We Are” with the complex “World Music Radio,” a collection he calls an “expansive, genre-less, popular music concept record.” “World Music Radio” is concei
Blinded Ukrainian soldiers face new battle of navigating the world again
Along a bustling street in a western Ukrainian city, Denys Abdulin takes his first independent strides since he was severely wounded and blinded while fighting invading Russian troops more than a year ago. The 34-year-old for
Final rites of wild elephant performed as per Hindu tradition
The final rites of a deceased wild elephant were performed according to Hindu tradition in the buffer zone area of Kanchanpur on Thursday. The Shuklaphanta National Park (SNP) conducted the fin
Khotang’s development projects in limbo for years
Despite being contracted out years ago, six big projects in Khotang remain in an incomplete and uncertain state. Contracts to blacktop the Mahure-Phoksingtar section of the Sagarmatha Highway and the Sekhuwa-Chakhewa Bhanjyang section of the Mid Hill Highway were signed a long time ago. It has been quite a while since the contracts expired too. But the roads still remain unpaved. They are muddy, dusty and deplorable. It takes a lot of time to cover even short distances, which poses a great problem when people get sick or wounded and need to be taken to a hospital in an emergency, the locals complained.
SC questions Resham Chaudhary’s release
The Supreme Court’s full text of the verdict on the Tikapur incident made public on Thursday has challenged the government’s decision to release Resham Lal Chaudhary, the major accused of the incident.
‘16th plan should create business -friendly environment’
Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC) has suggested the National Planning Commission (NPC) to formulate the upcoming 16th periodic plan of the country in a way that creates an environment for investment and doing business.
Russia hits Ukrainian grain depots again as foreign ship tries out Black Sea corridor
Russia resumed its targeting of grain infrastructure in Ukraine’s southern Odesa region, local officials said Wednesday, using drones in overnight strikes on storage facilities and ports along the Danube River that Kyiv has increasingly used for grain transport to Europe after Moscow broke off a key wartime export deal through the Black Sea.
Ruthless England beat Australia to set up WCup final with Spain
Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo did the damage late on in Sydney as England shattered Australian dreams Wednesday with a clinical 3-1 win to set up a Women's World Cup final against Spain. The Lionesses had stumbled at the same stage twice before but the European champions made no mistake this time to reach the final for the first time.
Timber smuggling from Khotang forest confirmed
Evidence of unlawful smuggling of acacia catechu (khayer) timber from a community forest in Khotang has come to light. Around 38 acacia catechu trees have been identifi
Folk singer Koirala working on 21 songs
Veteran folk singer Hari Devi Koirala is too busy these days. She is working on music videos of 21 songs. Among them, 16 are old and four new. Some of her popular audio songs will now be available in the form of music videos soon. "This is the age when people prefer to watch songs. It is necessary to make music videos to preser
Madonna reschedules tour after ICU stay
Madonna 's rescheduled Celebration Tour will kick off in Brooklyn, New York, in a matter of months. In June, Madonna suffered what her manager called a "serious bacterial infection" that led to her hospitalization in an intensive care unit for several days. The North American leg of her Celebration Tour was originally scheduled to start July 15 in Vancouver, British Columbia, and to run through October 8 in Las Vegas. It was postponed as she recovered.
