India's Kumbh Mela festival begins amid Covid concerns

Hindus believe bathing will help them attain "moksha", setting them free from the cycle of birth and death. The mela (meaning "fair" in Hindi) is being held in the northern holy town of Haridwar in Uttarakhand state.

Tharus mark Maghi today (photo feature)

Clad in their traditional costumes, the Tharus marked their New Year 2644 by having traditional food items. The celebration of the Maghi was limited this year due to COVID-19.

Bullfight held in Dhading to mark Maghe Sankranti

At least 28 pairs of bulls were brought for the bullfight competition held at two different places in the district -18 pairs of bulls at Dhuwakot, Nilakantha Municipality-14, and 10 pairs of bulls at Khalte of the same municipality.

Nepali movie 'Euta Yasto Prem Kahani' released today

The Nepali feature film passed the censorship and received a Parental Guidance (PG) certificate which means children under the age of 16 would need parents' consent to watch the film.

Super Plus Size Model contest in final round

The second audition of ‘Super Plus Size Model’-2021 is to be held on January 23 in Kathmandu. Model Songs Nepal is organizing a competition with the slogan ‘All shapes are beautiful’. This is the third edition of the super plus size model contest.

Tulsi Ghimire appointed brand ambassador

Veteran film director Tulsi Ghimire has been appointed as the brand ambassador of Salai Destiny for the second time. Chairman of Salai Destiny Manoj Sinal said that Ghimire had been re-appointed as the brand ambassador of the company through the second annual general meeting held in Kathmandu on Monday. The company was founded in 2018 to manufacture digital boards and software that show the daily value of gold and silver.

Historic Hattisar turning into museum

The historic elephant stable, also known as Hattisar, in Bhimphedi Rural Municipality of Makwanpur district is being transformed into a museum at full pace.

CEO Regmi held on copyright charge

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bindabasini Music Leena Sharma Regmi was arrested in Kathmandu on Monday Police arrested her on the basis of a complaint filed against the company on copyright violation. Metropolitan Police Teku spokesperson Pramesh Bista confirmed Regmi’s arrest. She has been detained on the basis of a complaint lodged against her regarding copyright infringement, Bista told The Rising Nepal. An investigation has begun and the police will move forward according to procedures,...

KC’s ‘Nabitau Samaya’ hits the market

Singer Rajesh Man KC’s song “Nabitau Samaya” tells the importance of time and inspired the listeners to embrace the ups and downs of life with courage and move forward bravely. Penned and sang by singer KC himself, the music video was produced and distributed by Jaya Prapti Music. The music video is directed by Jaya Raj Bhatta and edited by Roshan Dhital while Marubhumi Narayan directed its cinematography.

Priyanka wants 'as many' children as she can

Priyanka Chopra wants "as many" children as possible with Nick Jonas. The 38-year-old actress – who has been married to the 28-year-old singer for two years – laughed off her previous declaration that she'd love to have 11 kids, enough for a "cricket team", but suggested she would like to have a large family. She laughed: “A cricket team! I do want children, as many as I can have. A cricket team? I’m not so sure.” Meanwhile, Priyanka admitted she’s nervous about the release of her autobiography...

Govt allows opening cinema theatres

The Government has decided to reopen the cinema theatres, which have remained shut since March last year because of COVID-19 fear. A Cabinet meeting on Sunday decided to allow the operation of cinema theatres by adopting safety measures, informed Akash Adhikari, president of Film Producers’ Association through social network site. President of Film Development Board (FDB) Dayaram Dahal said that they informally received permission to open the cinema theatres. The filmmakers have repeatedly been...

Nepali Army establishes ‘PN Shah Study Centre’

Nepali Army on Monday inaugurated Prithvi Narayan Shah Study Centre at the Nepali Army Headquarters, Bhadrakali, on the occasion of the Prithvi Jayanti and National Unity Day-2077 BS. The centre was inaugurated by Chief of the Army Staff (CoAS) General Purnachandra Thapa and historians -- Jagaman Gurung, Tri Ratna Manandhar and others -- at a special ceremony held at Jangi Adda in Bhadrakali this morning.

Bullfight in Nuwakot on Maghe Sankranti: 31 pairs of bulls registered

According to the organisers, 31 pairs of bulls have been registered for four different places. Out of 31 pairs, 17 pairs have been registered for Taruka, the major place for bullfighting, in Tarakeshwor Rural Municipality-3.

Singer Subba preparing to make a comeback

Rich in melodious and captivating voice, Pabitra Subba was once a famous and successful singer. Her songs used to touch the hearts and minds of all audience, as her mellifluous voice attracted many.

Adjusting to the new normal with socially distant Live Concerts

With the world slowly adapting back to the new normal, things in the music industry are too in no rush to return to the way things were. The restrictions over public gatherings, compulsion on maintaining social distance everywhere and the fear of contaminating various diseases has also aided to this situation further as this hampered live shows directly. But gradually few groups have started organizing concerts in venues across the valley, musical junctures like Thamel and Jhamsikhel hosting weekly...

Training held in Taplejung to preserve Limbu culture

The Limbu community living in eastern Nepal including Taplejung and Panchthar are actively working to preserve their culture. Concerned about the decline of indigenous cultural practices like Ya: Lang (Paddy Dance), Ke: Lang (Drum Dance), Hakpare and Khyali, various Limbu organisations have begun conducting training to impart knowledge to the new generation and preserve them. The trainings are conducted with financial support from the respective local governments. Local organisations like Kirant...

Chan mind spiritual painting exhibition at Siddartha Art Gallery

A single brushstroke, Chan mind spiritual painting by Jerome Edou has been put in display at Siddartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal – revisited in Kathmandu, from December 12. Artist Jerome Edou has displayed 51 monochrome ink paintings on the Chinese paper. This art exhibition calms the mind of the visitors affected by COVID-19 trauma and gives the feeling of being in another spiritual realm.

145 species of birds found in Bhaisegauda

Such species of birds were found in course of recent study and research at the trek route linking Dulegauda of Tanahu to Rambachha of Syangja. A total of 13 people comprising representatives from different districts had carried out study and research of birds and butterflies in the 19-day Wildlife Research Method training organised to study birds.

A Tale Of Two Parliaments

 The dissolution of the Lower House of Parliament on 20th December 2020 took everyone in Nepal by surprise. Earlier, the move of House dissolution that used to impact Nepali politics was completely laid to rest after the promulgation of the new constitution that turned Nepal into a federal state where once the unitary system of governance had existed. The reemergence of the move has surprised many in the country and outside. However, in many countries, parliaments are dissolved to seek a fresh mandate...

Our Cultural Legacy

Culture has been a unifying or binding force of every society since time immemorial. Nepal is no exception. The recorded history of Nepal goes back to the time of Gautama Buddha in the 6th century BC. Since then, Nepali culture, which gave birth to a great human soul, propagator of world peace and brotherhood, Lord Buddha, has been maintaining a very distinct identity and has numerous unique features. Our culture is an amalgamation of Vedic Hinduism and Buddhism, two of the world's most revered...