Tens of thousands of Hindu devotees flock to rivers for prayers to the sun god Tens of thousands of Hindu devotees flocked to rivers and bodies of water across India to pray to the sun god as part of the Chhath festival this week.
At 50, Hello Kitty is as 'kawaii' and lucrative as ever Hello Kitty turns 50 on Friday. Befitting a pop icon at midlife, the bubble-headed, bow-wearing character's fictional birthday has brought museum exhibits, a theme park spectacle and a national tour.
Nobel economics prize is awarded for research into how poor institutions affect countries' success Nobel honors were announced last week in medicine, physics, chemistry, literature and peace.
Nobel Peace Prize given to Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo for its work against nuclear weapons The war in Ukraine, sparked by Russia’s invasion, is heading toward its third winter with a massive loss of human life on both sides.
Children form heart of Dr Bhagwan's project of passion Prof Dr Bhagawan Koirala — a name that needs no introduction for us — this renowned heart surgeon of Nepal has operated on more than 14,000 hearts and served hundreds of thousands of people over the years. He is also known for pioneering open-heart surgery in Nepal while also heading the country’s Shahid Gangalal National Heart Centre.
As Thailand approves same-sex marriage, a couple celebrates feeling freed Kunchanok, 27, and Caiga, 42, say they plan to get married once the law goes into effect.
Kate, the Princess of Wales, has finished chemotherapy and will return to limited public duties Kate said Monday that while she had completed her chemotherapy treatment, the path to full recovery would be long and she would “take each day as it comes.”
Vaikalpik Arthatantra by Hari Roka Launched in Kathmandu Hari Roka, an economist, released his new book 'Vaikalpik Arthashastra' on Saturday.
Biographies of four trailblazing women presented as children's stories Nepalaya, the publishing house, has released a collection of biographies of four pioneering women who have significantly influenced Nepal's national life, presented as children's stories.
Hope for recovery emerges for a Ukrainian soldier who suffered a severe brain injury 2 years ago For two years, a devoted father has stayed by the side of his bedridden son, a Ukrainian soldier who suffered a severe brain injury.
Is Usha Vance's Hindu identity an asset or a liability to the Trump-Vance campaign? Sundaram said Usha Vance would appeal particularly to those Hindu Americans who support the politics of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, under whom Hindu nationalism has surged.
NC President Deuba releases 'A Decade of Conflict Journalism' by journalist Dirgha Raj Upadhyaya Nepali Congress President and former Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba officially released the book A Decade of Conflict Journalism, authored by journalist Dirgha Raj Upadhyaya amidst a ceremony held on Friday in Kathmandu.
Dalai Lama returns to Indian headquarters after knee replacement surgery in the US The Dalai Lama, 89, flew to Dharamshala after weeks of recovery at the Nappi Farmhouse in Syracuse, New York, following the surgery on June 28.
Ukraine first lady wants country's kids to see themselves as 'generation of winners' not war victims Ukraine’s first lady wants her country’s children to view themselves not as a generation enduring a grinding war but rather as “a generation of winners.”
Kathmandu Pakistani Ambassador pays courtesy call on PM Oli Ambassador of Pakistan to Nepal, Abrar H Hashmi has paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.
Business NEPSE gains 14 points as daily turnover crosses Rs 5 billion The Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) recorded a gain of 14.11 points on Tuesday, reflecting a 0.54% increase, to close at 2,626.31 points.
Nepal Two die in Tanahun road accident Two persons died in a road accident at Aandhikhola of Anbukhaireni Rural Municipality-1 in Tanahun district today.
Business Public debt reaches 2,500 billion, interest payment exceeds development budget With the growing size of public debt each year, the expenditure for servicing its interest has also increased, now surpassing the development budget.
Nepal Rain and snowfall forecast due to influence of Westerly low pressure system The Meteorological Forecasting Division has predicted moderate rain in some areas and snowfall in the highlands due to the influence of a Westerly low-pressure system.
Entertainment India's legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies at age 90 Shyam Benegal, a renowned Indian filmmaker known for pioneering a new wave cinema movement that tackled social issues in the 1970s, has died after suffering from chronic kidney disease. He was 90.
Photo Gallery In Pictures: International Balloon Festival A hot air balloon soars against the backdrop of mountain ranges on the inaugural day of Nepal’s First International Balloon Festival in Pokhara, Nepal, on Tuesday, December 24, 2024.
Opinion Hard hat equity: Dilemma or opportunity From an exotic import, concrete has become the unsung hero of Nepali residential construction, affording architects a new sense of freedom from the tyranny of traditional materials.
Environment Snowfall in Humla affects normal life Humla has witnessed snowfall. Although the weather was clear till Monday afternoon, snowfall started occurring since last night.
Kathmandu Aryal appointed acting president of RSP The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) secretariat held an emergency meeting on Monday afternoon and appointed party Vice-President Dol Prasad (DP) Aryal as the party's acting president.
Nepal Rabi Lamichhane suspended as lawmaker The Parliament Secretariat has issued a notice suspending Rabi Lamichhane, the elected legislator for Chitwan-2 and President of the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP).
Nepal 7-member panel formed to resolve KU-Dhulikhel Hospital dispute The dispute between the two institutions began after Dhulikhel Hospital expressed dissatisfaction with KU's unilateral decision, which it claimed violated financial and employee regulations.
