Bringing charm of age-old Nepali tunes to contemporary times Bringing charm of age-old Nepali tunes to contemporary times Samundra band, an ensemble that plays age-old Nepali tunes, recomposing many in new forms, is known for updating cherished old music for contemporary times. Samundra band, an ensemble that plays age-old Nepali tunes, recomposing many in new forms, is known for updating cherished old music for contemporary times. Lifestyle 06 Oct, 2024
Children form heart of Dr Bhagwan's project of passion 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. 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. Lifestyle 06 Oct, 2024
As Thailand approves same-sex marriage, a couple celebrates feeling freed 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. Kunchanok, 27, and Caiga, 42, say they plan to get married once the law goes into effect. Lifestyle 28 Sep, 2024
Discovering STEM and leadership: My incredible experience as a youth leader from Nepal to the United States of America Discovering STEM and leadership: My incredible experience as a youth leader from... This summer of 2024, I had an incredible opportunity to represent Nepal as a participant in the On-Demand Youth Leadership Program(ODYLP): Nepal STEM which was held in the United States of America. This summer of 2024, I had an incredible opportunity to represent Nepal as a participant in the On-Demand Youth Leadership Program(ODYLP): Nepal STEM which was held in the United States of America. Lifestyle 19 Sep, 2024
Kate, the Princess of Wales, has finished chemotherapy and will return to limited public duties Kate, the Princess of Wales, has finished chemotherapy and will return to limited... 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.” 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.” Lifestyle 11 Sep, 2024
Himalayan Art Festival underway Himalayan Art Festival underway The Himalayan Art Festival is taking place at the Nepal Art Council, Babar Mahal from September 8 to 14. The Himalayan Art Festival is taking place at the Nepal Art Council, Babar Mahal from September 8 to 14. Lifestyle 09 Sep, 2024
Vaikalpik Arthatantra by Hari Roka Launched in Kathmandu Vaikalpik Arthatantra by Hari Roka Launched in Kathmandu Hari Roka, an economist, released his new book 'Vaikalpik Arthashastra' on Saturday. Hari Roka, an economist, released his new book 'Vaikalpik Arthashastra' on Saturday. Lifestyle 08 Sep, 2024
Biographies of four trailblazing women presented as children's stories 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. 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. Lifestyle 04 Sep, 2024
Hope for recovery emerges for a Ukrainian soldier who suffered a severe brain injury 2 years ago Hope for recovery emerges for a Ukrainian soldier who suffered a severe brain injury... For two years, a devoted father has stayed by the side of his bedridden son, a Ukrainian soldier who suffered a severe brain injury. For two years, a devoted father has stayed by the side of his bedridden son, a Ukrainian soldier who suffered a severe brain injury. Lifestyle 04 Sep, 2024
Is Usha Vance's Hindu identity an asset or a liability to the Trump-Vance campaign? 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. 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. Lifestyle 01 Sep, 2024
NC President Deuba releases 'A Decade of Conflict Journalism' by journalist Dirgha Raj Upadhyaya NC President Deuba releases 'A Decade of Conflict Journalism' by journalist Dirgha... 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. 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. Lifestyle 01 Sep, 2024
Dalai Lama returns to Indian headquarters after knee replacement surgery in the US 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. 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. Lifestyle 29 Aug, 2024
Ukraine first lady wants country's kids to see themselves as 'generation of winners' not war victims Ukraine first lady wants country's kids to see themselves as 'generation of winners'... 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.” 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.” Lifestyle 28 Aug, 2024
Where to stay? Where to stay? You can find a number of hotels, resorts as well as other properties where you can stay during your visit to Sri Lanka. You can find a number of hotels, resorts as well as other properties where you can stay during your visit to Sri Lanka. Lifestyle 06 Aug, 2024
Tracing the remnants of Ramayana Tracing the remnants of Ramayana An island in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka mesmerises the world with its beautiful beaches. But for those who have grown up listening to the story of Ramayana, it is a magical land of rock fortress, majestic waterfalls and stunning temples with rich architecture. An island in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka mesmerises the world with its beautiful beaches. But for those who have grown up listening to the story of Ramayana, it is a magical land of rock fortress, majestic waterfalls and stunning temples with rich architecture. Lifestyle 06 Aug, 2024
Judge narrows Anna Netrebko lawsuit against Met Opera to gender discrimination Judge narrows Anna Netrebko lawsuit against Met Opera to gender discrimination US District Judge Analisa Nadine Torres in Manhattan issued a 23-page decision Thursday in the suit, filed by Netrebko on Aug. 4 last year. US District Judge Analisa Nadine Torres in Manhattan issued a 23-page decision Thursday in the suit, filed by Netrebko on Aug. 4 last year. Lifestyle 24 Aug, 2024
The biggest diamond in over a century is found in Botswana -- a whopping 2,492 carats The biggest diamond in over a century is found in Botswana -- a whopping 2,492 carats The Botswana government says the huge 2,492-carat stone is the second-biggest ever discovered in a mine. The Botswana government says the huge 2,492-carat stone is the second-biggest ever discovered in a mine. Lifestyle 22 Aug, 2024
Same-sex couples and LGBTQ+ activists rally in Nepal's capital during the annual Pride parade Same-sex couples and LGBTQ+ activists rally in Nepal's capital during the annual... The annual event brings together the sexual minority community and their supporters in Kathmandu during the Gai Jatra festival. The annual event brings together the sexual minority community and their supporters in Kathmandu during the Gai Jatra festival. Lifestyle 20 Aug, 2024
Fire breaks out at London's Somerset House, home to priceless works by Van Gogh, Cezanne Fire breaks out at London's Somerset House, home to priceless works by Van Gogh,... Priceless paintings by Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh and others were unharmed Saturday after firefighters worked to douse a blaze that broke out in the roof of Somerset House, a large central London arts venue, officials said. Priceless paintings by Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh and others were unharmed Saturday after firefighters worked to douse a blaze that broke out in the roof of Somerset House, a large central London arts venue, officials said. Lifestyle 18 Aug, 2024
Indiana Jones' iconic felt fedora fetches $630,000 at auction Indiana Jones' iconic felt fedora fetches $630,000 at auction The brown felt fedora worn by actor Harrison Ford in the second installment of the Indiana Jones movies sold for $630,000 at auction, film and TV memorabilia company Propstore announced Friday. The brown felt fedora worn by actor Harrison Ford in the second installment of the Indiana Jones movies sold for $630,000 at auction, film and TV memorabilia company Propstore announced Friday. Lifestyle 18 Aug, 2024
Nepal Home Minister directs enhanced security for upcoming election Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal has instructed security agencies to ensure smart, effective and robust security arrangements for the upcoming election.
8.44 million ballot papers printed for FPTP category A total of 8.44 million ballot papers have been printed so far for the first-past-the-post (FPTP) system of the House of Representatives (HoR) elections scheduled for March 5.
Nepal EC monitoring media contents: Acting CEC Bhandari Acting Chief Election Commissioner Ram Prasad Bhandari has urged the media to publish and disseminate fair news without being biased while making news related to election to the House of Representatives.
Health HPV vaccination campaign goes digital with health–education collaboration The Ministry of Health and Population has launched a nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign against cervical cancer, alongside a new digital system to securely record vaccination data through collaboration between the health and education sectors.
Business Gold, Silver prices fall for second consecutive day Gold and silver prices declined for the second consecutive day in the domestic market on Friday, extending the recent volatility in bullion prices.
Opinion India's budget: What it means for Nepal's economic future India’s latest Union Budget goes beyond an annual fiscal exercise – it is a statement of intent.
Nepal Baitadi bus accident death toll rises to 13 The death toll in the Baitadi bus accident has risen to 13 after five injured passengers succumbed to their injuries at Dadeldhura Hospital, police said.
Business British Council Nepal recognises top IELTS channel partners The British Council Nepal on Thursday announced its top-performing IELTS channel partners for Nepal under the Global Channel Partner Campaign 2025, during a ceremony held in Kathmandu.
Business Laminar unveils Nepal's first Digital FullBody tiles at Buildcon Expo 2026 Laminar Tiles, Nepal's pioneering fully vitrified tile manufacturer, on Thursday launched its latest collection, Monolith Digital FullBody, at the Nepal Buildcon International Expo 2026 in Kathmandu, marking a first of its kind in the domestic market.
