- Saturday, 25 April 2026
TRN Online
Jumla's Kankasundari Temple and vicinity area
Scene of historic Kankasundari Temple and vicinity area situated at the Kankasundari Rural Municipality - 4 in Jumla district.
'Krantidekhi Shantisamma' photo exhibition to be held in memory of Koirala
A historical photo exhibition is to be held on the occasion of the birth anniversary of former President of Nepali Congress and former Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala.
Flood-fed Melamchi sweeps away a temporary bridge
The flood triggered by incessant rainfall last night has taken away a temporary bridge in Melamchi.
ICC T20 World Cup: England beat US to enter semifinal
England has defeated the United States to enter the semi-final of ICC T20 World Cup-2024.
Blacktopping of Birtamod-Sanishchare road being blacktopped
Blacktopping of the six-kilometer road along the Birtamod-Sanishchare road section in Jhapa at the cost of Rs 155 million.
Investment of Rs 9 billion raised for Mid Kaligandaki hydro project
Financial management has been assured for the Mid Kaligandaki Hydropower Project that is going to be constructed in the Kaligandaki River.
Miss Grand Nepal announced with slogan of Brave, Bold, and Beautiful
The beauty contest Miss Grand Nepal 2024 has been announced, with its inaugural edition adopting the slogan Brave, Bold, and Beautiful amid a programme held in Kathmandu on Sunday. The competition is now accepting applications from women aged 18 to 29, who must be at least five feet three inches tall. Applicants must complete their forms by July 15 and adhere to all rules and conditions set by the organising committee. Umang Creation, which has been active in beauty pageants for the past five years, took over the franchise of Miss Grand Nepal in 2023. Previously, Umang Creation organised Miss Universe Nepal. The grand finale of the competition will be held on August 7. The winner will have a chance to represent Nepal at Miss Grand International. Prashant Tamrakar, the director and choreographer of Miss Grand International, emphasised that the competition values not only beauty but also the talent and abilities of women.
Poetry competition held in Bethanchowk
A rural municipality-level poetry competition among school students was held in Krishna Gopal Secondary School at Ward No. 3 of Bethanchowk Rural Municipality, Kavrepalanchowk. Of 27 contestants from 10 schools, Kusum Timilsina of Krishna Gopal Secondary School, Usha Shrestha of Saraswati Secondary School and Barsha Tamang emerged in the first, second and third position respectively. A poem by Timilsina U Ra Ma (She And Me) depicted the class division skillfully. Likewise, a poem by Shrestha titled Malai Man Chha (What I Wanted To Do) desired to make her dream true while Tamang's poem titled Ma Ko Hun (Who Am I ?) sketched the identity of Tamang civilisation. Similarly, Sonika Senchury, Indra Bahadur Lopchan, Dolma Tamang and Sarita Sunar won consolation prizes.
Newa: Haiku Khya marks 4th foundation day
Newa: Haiku Khya celebrated its fourth foundation day in Patan Dhoka on Saturday. In the programme, chaired by Suresh Pradhan, 80 haikus from 40 poets were read out. During the event, poets including Nijirosh Shrestha, Purnima Shakya, Hisilina Shakya, Kabindra Lal Shrestha, Dibya Tamrakar, Gyanendra Ratna Bajracharya, Ramita Bajracharya, Radheshyam Maharjan, Milan Shakya, Ratna Mana, and Rita Maharjan, recited 80 haikus, two by each.
Surendra and Susan listed in Guinness Book of World Records
Surendra Rai and Susan Tamang of the Nepali dance group ‘Wild Ripperz Crew’ have etched their names into the Guinness Book of World Records. Representing Nepal, the duo achieved a remarkable feat by performing dance choreography at the highest altitude. On May 19, 2024, Surendra and Susan showcased their talents at Kala Patthar which lies at an altitude of 5644.5 metres (18,519 feet) above sea level in Solukhumbu district. However, they set the record by dancing at an altitude of 5441 metres (17,851 feet).
Snowmelt Concerns
Humans rely on nature for survival and livelihood. Forests, plants, snow, rivers, rain, sun, air and soil are sources of life. These elements of nature have made the earth a liveable place. If any of them decline or ceases to exist, the life of humans, animals and other species becomes difficult. Balance in nature is vital for the sustenance of creatures. If it gets imbalanced, humans’ existence comes under a threat. Today, global warming caused by greenhouse gas emissions, has started to endanger the life on Earth. Human activities are largely responsible for the worsening of the environment. Scientists and experts are scratching their heads to grasp the phenomenon of global warming and have come up with disturbing findings about the climate change and its devastating consequences on people. These days the people living across different climatic zones a
Behind Crowded VIP Jails
Peru’s legal prosecutors questioned President Dina Boluarte for hours in March in connection with what has come to be known as “Rolexgate”. The case is being rhymed with the infamous Watergate scandal that forced the United States’ President Richard Nixon to resign in 1974, two years before he completed his second term in office. Accused of accepting many expensive gifts and keeping them as hers, Boluarte, 61, is charged with possessing more than $400,000 in “deposits of unknown origin”. But she is unlikely to be unseated any time soon. An existing law protects a sitting president from being charged with crimes. An alternative is impeachment, which is most unlikely to be moved, given the prevailing power equations in the Congress. Boluarte was vice-president to President Pedro Castillo before she boarded the top job in 2022, only to find her popularity dipping to 14 per cent within a year and a half. However, she is not an exception in getting embroiled in a major scandal. With corruption pervading Peru’s political landscape, i
KMC Putting A Ban On Tobacco Again
The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has once again come up with a plan to put a ban on smoking in public places across its jurisdiction in order to improve public health and safety. Unveiling the KMC’s policy and programmes for the fiscal year 2024-25 recently, Mayor Belendra Shah announced it. This is a welcome move as it can contribute towards preventing people from various diseases. Health specialists say that use of tobacco can cause various types of cancer, including chronic lung cancer and throat cancer, stroke, heart disease and diabetes. This step can also help contain pollution and beautify the city. Tobacco is a significant risk
Craze Of EURO Cup
As I sat in my living room with a group of friends, the tension in the air was palpable. The EURO Cup 2024 had begun, and in Nepal, the excitement was as intense as the match itself. Our country may be miles away from the European stadiums where the games are played, but the spirit of the EURO Cup had well and truly gripped us. Football fever, as we call it, had descended upon Nepal, transforming our quiet nights into thrilling scenes of sport, camaraderie, and sheer joy. Every four years, the EURO Cup becomes a significant event for football fans worldwide, and Nepal is no exception. The buzz starts months before the actual tournament, with discussions about teams, players, and strategies dominating tea shop conversations and social media feeds. As the matches begin, the streets of Kathmandu and other cities light up with large screens set up in public squares, restaurants, and bars. It's a sight to behold, a testament to our passion for the be
Panauti’s Jya-Punhi Jatra concludes
Jya Punhi, the rare suggestive Jatra of Panauti Municipality in Kavrepalanchowk district, concluded on Saturday. The people of this tiny town mark the three-day festival in monsoon every year when they are busy planting paddy. The name of the festival itself suggests that it is marked amidst works because the Newari word ‘Jya’ stands for work. Normally, people in Nepal begin planting paddy in mid-June. Despite being busy with farm work, the Panuati residents mark the festival with much fanfare for three days although they give continuity to the festival for nine days. This festival is connected with sex, which is a taboo in Nepali society.
