- Monday, 11 May 2026
The Rising Nepal
Nepal Should Exploit Geopolitical Dividend
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ is the most astute politician of contemporary Nepal. Since 2005 Nepali politics has revolved around Prachanda and his agendas. He led a decade-long armed insurgency, which got partial success.
Afghanistan Faces Gender Apartheid
With the resurgence of the Taliban in Afghanistan since 2021, there are regular news in several global media outlets about the dire conditions of the Afghan people, but especially about the human rights violations of the Afghan women and
Deuta Banaune Manchhe published
An autobiography titled ‘Deuta Banaune Manchhe’ of the esteemed artist Kalu Kumale (Krodhkala Shiromani) was officially launched during a ceremony held in Lalitpur on Tuesday. Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav had the honour of unveiling this book, which was presented by the Institute for Socio-Cultural Research & Analysis.
Autumn Aura
As the earth revolves around the sun, it also spins on its axis which is why the planet sees days and nights. It is also the reason why the seasons change as the year progresses. As such, now that September is nearing its end, it means that autumn season has clocked in. And with it the searing heat of the summer has subsided, the landscape has altered its colours and the weather has become pleasant.
Problems arise when bills are introduced without prior discussion: Speaker Ghimire
Speaker Devraj Ghimire has expressed his concern over the practice of introducing various bills in the parliament without holding adequate discussions. He acknowledged that over the course of nine mon
Nepal’s dismal performance continues in Asiad
Nepal's poor performance continued on the third day of the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou. The country's players competed in Taekwondo, Judo, Boxing, Wushu, Rugby, Squash, Tennis, and Swimming.
Protecting yak calves from snow leopard challenging in Manang
Every year, snow leopards attack the calves of yak raised by farmers in Manang. With the increasing frequency of these attacks, priority has been placed on protecting the calves by keeping them inside wire fences.
Artist Singh battling for life, family seeking financial support
Nepalgunj’s esteemed senior artist Shyamanand Singh is currently undergoing treatment at the BP Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital, Chitwan. The 69-year-old artist was diagnosed with stomach canc
SKorea parades powerful weapons in Armed Forces Day
South Korea paraded thousands of troops and an array of weapons capable of striking North Korea through its capital as part of its biggest Armed Forces Day ceremony in 10 years on Tuesday, as its president vowed to build a stronger military to thwart any provocation by the North.
Foundation laid to build soap factory
The foundation stone for the 'Maya Dharane' (soap factory) has been laid in Dharan with the objective of providing employment to Dharan denizens. Dharan Sub-metropolitan City Mayor Harka Raj Rai laid the foundation stone on Tuesday.
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Two female rhinos translocated to Koshi Tappu
Pushpa and Anjali, two female rhinoceros from Chitwan National Park were relocated to Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve (KTWR) on Tuesday. The park’s technical team captured the rhinos, placed them in cages, loaded them onto a truck, and transported them to the KTWR. Ganesh Prasad Tiwari, the information officer of the park, reported that they were tak
Foreign guests start arriving to observe Indrajatra
In this year’s Indrajatra festival, 423 people, including 20 foreigners, are participating. They are coming at the invitation of the Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC).
Entrance fee at Mayadevi Temple to be hiked
The Lumbini Development Trust (LDT) has increased the entrance fee for Mayadevi Temple in Lumbini, contrary to a verdict of the Supreme Court and the requests of the stakeholders. A meeting of the LDT on August 14 decided to increase the entrance fee effective from September 18. As a result, the entrance fee for tourists from India, South Asia, and third-world countries, including Nepali citizens, has gone up. The fee for tourists from India has increased to Rs. 80 from Rs. 40. Similarly, the entrance fee for tourists from other South Asian countries and
Heritage painting campaign on the empty walls of Birendranagar
An art campaign aimed at cultivating a sense of cultural and heritage identity on the vacant walls of Birendranagar's market area in Surkhet, the capital of Karnali Province, has been launched.
Herders begin descending with cattle in Manang
The sheep, goat and yaks that were grazing in the highlands of Manang have started to descend to lower altitudes. Herders have started bringing their livestock to lower areas to dodge the decreasing temperatures and worsening weather conditions.
