- Thursday, 23 April 2026
TRN Online
For Citizens' Wellbeing
TikTok, a platform well-known for its short-form videos, has become a hot topic in a global discussion. Following the global trend, the government recently decided to ban it. Concerns on how the platform would affect social cohesion, national security and personal wellbeing are at the core of this decision. The decision to ban TikTok in Nepal echoes a global reaction, with various countries like the UK, the US, Canada, Kyrgyzstan, and others imposing partial or complete bans for reasons spanning from child exploitation to cyber threats. The ban in Nepal, however, probes into specific issues such as the platform's misuse during exams, negative influ
Xi-Biden Meet Sets New Tone
As the summit of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation or APEC under the theme “Creating a Resilient and Sustainable Future for All” is underway in San Francisco of the United States, more spotlight is on the sideline meeting of US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. APEC is an important regional economic forum, which consists of the countries in the Asia-Pacific region comprising nearly 40 per cent of world’s population (2.95 billion), 62 per cent of world’s GDP, and almost 50 per cent of global trade. APEC meeting is important as leaders of this group are expected to chart out a new economic course of the world.
Act To End Violence Against Women
The year 2023 continued to see high escalation of violence against humanity especially girls and women. The Gender Apartheid situation in Afghanistan, the violence that erupted in Manipur where the video of two women paraded naked exposed the fact they were molested and subjected to sexual violence, the Hamas attack and unacceptable killing of innocent Palestinians leading to more violence against girls and women on both sides are just a few incidents among innumerable such Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWGs). Every year, a 16-day global campaign to raise awareness and commitment to fight against violence against women and girls is set to start from 25th November. The International Day to End Violence against Women runs till December 10th the Human Rights Day. The campaign was started at the inauguration of the W
Soaring Consumer Prices
The lingering effects of the pandemic and the ongoing wars in Russia, Ukraine, and the Middle East have affected the world economy. Nepal is no exception as the nation is seeing a rise in consumer prices amid slow consumerism among its citizens. Prices of vegetables like onions are up as India has highly taxed the export of onions. The pungent bulb is a crucial part of Nepali kitchen and the rise in its price will likely result in lower consumption, largely affecting the flavours of authentic Nepali dishes. Likewise, sugar has become dearer. As most people love their desserts, particularly in special occasions, it has spurned many a food lovers. At the advent of rising consumer prices, Nepa
Govt seeks cooperation to improve economy
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda said that the economy was under pressure and there was a need of greater cooperation among the stakeholders to find solution. “Although some indicators of the economy are positive, the economy is not free from pressure. It is necessary to have more intensive discussions to resolve the problems of the economy,” he said at a high-level discussion with political parties, private sector and other stakeholders. He informed that the government was thinking about the current state of Nepal’s economy and possible ways to move forward with pragmatic solutions. According to PM Prachanda, although several indicators of the economy have been positive since last year, the economy has not yet reached a point where it is free from pressure. “Therefore, it is necessary for us to come to a proper conclusion with serious discussion. If we do not face it together, the crisis will deepen,” he said while adding there is no need to worry much as the government is serious in managing the crisis with the cooperation from the private sector and other entities.
Damak locals terrified by jackals, wild boars
Locals living near the proposed industrial park and other areas in Ward No. 10 of Damak Municipality have said that jackals and wild boars have, of late, been terrifying them. “While wild boars are destroying our produce, jackals are attacking people and cattle,” said Nagendra Mani Neupane, a local. Neupane informed that 45-year-old Kabita Tamang, a local of Setumari area, was attacked by a jackal Tuesday morning while she was working inside her house. She is receiving treatment at Damak Hospital.
Art of making Theki dying
The Theki was once a highly prized implement to churn butter and make healthy and tasty curd. But, because of the availability of modern tools, it seems to have fallen out of favour, so much so that the occupation of making Thekis is now threatened. Gaj Bahadur BK, 77, Tek Bahadur BK, 69, Madhu Bahadur BK, 67, Bhadra Bahadur BK, 68, and other veteran wood craftsmen of Khanidanda, Waling Municipality–13, still make Thekis but they say that they do not have anyone to pass on their skills to.
Ward chair organises students' educational tour with his salary
Chairman of Ward No. 5 of Bhimeshwor Municipality, Dolakha, Basu Shrestha has arranged an educational tour for students of three schools of his ward to Kathmandu from his salaries. Shrestha said 102 students from Mahendrodaya High School, Budha Bhimsen High School and Ankura Boarding School, along with 10 persons from the school management committees were taken to Kathmandu. During the trip, they visited various significant personalities and important temples in the capital city, he added. According to him, students had the opportunity to meet several notable personalities during their visit, such as CPN-UML chairman and former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, Dr. Mahabir Pun, Dr. Bhagwan Koirala, and popular actors Hari Bansha Acharya and Madan Krishna Shrestha.
Kanya Puja performed in Dharan
Dhulikhel Society Dharan has organised Kanya Puja for the first time in Dharan Sub-Metropolitan City. Around 50 young girls were worshipped on Tuesday at a programme organised by the society, said Sunil Shrestha, president of the society. He said that there is a tradition of worshipping girls with the belief that such an act will bring happiness, peace and prosperity.
6th Lumbini Festival to begin today
The preparations for the 6th Lumbini Provincial Festival 2080 to be held in Bhairahawa with the slogan of promoting industry, trade, agriculture and tourism have been completed. The 13-day festival being organised by Rupandehi Chamber of Commerce and Industry is scheduled to start at Anchalpur of Bhairahawa from November 22, 2023. Organising a press conference on Tuesday, President of Rupandehi Chamber of Commerce and Industry Darpan Shrestha said that 95 per cent of the work of the festival has been completed. As an attraction of the festival, the main gate has been constructed in the form of an airplane, he said. Stating that tourism is the basis of Lumbini's economic development, the airport which was constructe
Cryptocurrency payment made for gold smuggled via Dolakha: Police
It has been revealed that the individuals involved in gold smuggling from Dolakha were also involved in illegal transactions of large amounts of foreign currency while paying for the smuggled metal. During the investigation, it was discovered that an internationally organised criminal network was set up to smuggle gold to Nepal via China’s Rongjia border. In a press conference held on Tuesday, the District Police Office Dolakha revealed that those arrested in the gold smuggling had transacted Rs. 2.19 billion through illegal cryptocurrency in a year. Cryptocurrency transaction is illegal in Nepal.
Top leaders agree to accelerate peace process
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' discussed various aspects of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) with the ruling party, Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba and the main opposition party CPN (UML) Chairperson KP Sharma Oli.
PM consults stakeholders to revive economy
Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' on Tuesday held discussions with the politicians, private sector leaders, economists and stakeholders on the country's current economic condition.
Judicial Council recommends six individuals to post of SC justices
A meeting of the Judicial Council held on Tuesday has recommended the name of six individuals to be appointed to the vacant post of Justices at the Supreme Court.
World Cup Qualifier: Nepal defeated by Yemen
Nepal lost to Yemen in their second match of the second round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
