- Sunday, 6 July 2025
Nepal's dream of qualifying for AFC Women's Asian Cup shattered: Nepal losses to Uzbekistan on penalty shootout
Nepal's dream of qualifying for AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 has ended after Uzbekistan defeated Nepal in a tiebreaker in the final match held on Saturday late night.
Heavy rainfall likely at one or two places of Koshi, Bagmati provinces
Currently, there is influence of monsoon wind across the country. According to the Meteorological Forecasting Division, low-pressure line of monsoon is located around the normal place.
Dengue kills one in Jhapa
A girl has died from dengue in Jhapa, the first such death in the district this year, while cases of dengue, kala-azar, and scrub typhus are rising in Bardiya as the monsoon season increases the risk of disease spread.
Siddhababa Tunnel work makes milestone progress
A major milestone has been achieved in the construction of the Siddhababa Tunnel, as the invert work along the entire length of the main tunnel has been completed.
Know the science behind sleep paralysis
Just two days ago, 23-year-old management student Sashank Dhakal from Basundhara faced a chilling episode. “I felt a heavy pressure on my chest, like I was being choked. I saw someone sitting behind me, silent and shadowy. Suddenly, that person pressed my chest. I was frozen and I couldn’t scream,” he recalled, still shaken by the haunting memory.
Parliament has long way to go in regard to efficient business
As Nepal’s Federal Parliament is halfway through its budget session, the atmosphere in the chambers is a mix of progress and conflict. While several crucial bills have been passed, most notably the Appropriation Bill and the long-awaited Federal Civil Service Bill from the Lower House, tensions continue to rise over controversies linked to the visit visa and cooling- off period, alleged weakening of parliamentary processes, and disagreements over the people-centric nature of the budget. The halls of the House of Representatives ha
Late Koirala's role instrumental in establishing republic: President Deuba
Nepali Congress (NC) President and former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba highlighted the lead role of the late Girija Prasad Koirala in establishing federal democratic republic in the country.
PM Oli extends best wishes for Nepal's victory against Uzbekistan
The Nepal Women's National Football team, which is ready to compete with Uzbekistan today in the final after defeating Sri Lanka, received a message of best wishes from Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. PM Oli virtually wished the women's football team, which is in Uzbekistan, all set to play for victory. Waving a hand for the team, PM Oli said, "Hello, Samba and the team, wish you all the best!" In response, Captain Sabitra Bhandari and her team also greeted PM Oli, waving their hands.
Scant rainfall delays paddy plantation in Jhapa
Paddy plantation has been adversely affected due to inadequate rainfall in Jhapa district. It is already the third week of Asar month, the time paddy plantation used to go in full swing, but farmers have been worried over the scant rainfall. A farmer, Ratan Kumar Bhulel from Haldibari-6, said, "We used to be done with paddy plantation this time. Last year, I had completed it by this time."
PM Oli, Malaysian businesspersons discuss investment potential in Nepal
During the discussion held at PM's residence, Baluwatar today, the 20-member delegation led by Executive Chairperson of the Paradise Group Company of Malaysia, Pradip Kumar Kukreja, informed PM Oli that they had arrived in Nepal to learn about business atmosphere here in detail and for the meaningful trade relations between the two countries.
Lack of sufficient rain and fertilizer worrying farmers
Even as the month of Asar, the most ideal time for paddy transplantation, is nearing to an end most of the paddy fields in Siraha are still barren.
Bridge breaks down in Nala: alternative road to Kathmandu Valley disrupted
he traffic in the road section of Kavrepalanchowk has been completely disrupted after the bridge bordering ward 4 and 1 of Banepa Municipality of Kavrepalanchowk breaks down.
Majhi youth get together to preserve their mother tongue
The Majhi youth of Ramechhap are working to preserve their mother tongue, customs and culture.
