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
Business World Bank projects Nepal's growth to slow to 2.3% in FY26, cites Middle East conflict and domestic unrest Nepal's economic growth is projected to slow sharply to 2.3 percent in the current fiscal year from 4.6 percent in FY25, according to the World Bank's latest Nepal Development Update released on Wednesday, with the ongoing Middle East conflict and the lingering effects of the September 2025 domestic unrest cited as the primary factors.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 4,300 per tola after sharp surge Gold price in the domestic market fell by Rs 4,300 per tola on Thursday, a day after recording a sharp increase.
Kathmandu Former Home Minister Lekhak released on bail following court order Former Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has been released on bail after 13 days in custody, in line with a directive from the Supreme Court of Nepal.
Kathmandu Oli released on bail, handed over to family amid ongoing investigation Former Prime Minister and CPN-UML Chairman KP Sharma Oli has been released on bail and handed over to his family while undergoing treatment at hospital this morning.
Environment Regional conference in Lumbini highlights regenerative agriculture for sustainable future A three-day regional conference on deep regenerative agriculture concluded in Lumbini, emphasizing sustainable, nature-positive farming systems in the Eastern Himalayan region.
Business Ncell unveils Rs 699 unlimited combo pack, cuts price by 65% Ncell has introduced a new ‘Unlimited Combo Pack’ for prepaid customers, slashing the price of its bundled data and voice services by 65 percent to Rs 699.
Lifestyle Renew, recommit, rise: Why Toastmasters still matters today Twice every year, members of Toastmasters International are presented with a simple yet powerful choice: to renew their membership or to move on.
Opinion Verifiable Credentials: A digital lifeline Nepal can no longer ignore In a remote village of Nepal, Sharmila a bright young graduate sets out before sunrise. Her destination is not a workplace, but a government office miles away. She needs stamped copies of her academic certificates to apply for a job in Kathmandu.
Sports Harry Kane leads Bayern to 2-1 win over Real Madrid in 1st leg of Champions League quarterfinals Arsenal won 1-0 at Sporting Lisbon in the other quarterfinal on Tuesday.
