How to save your kidneys: Detect the disease early on World Kidney Day was marked Thursday with the theme “Are Your Kidneys OK? – Detect early, protect kidney health”. This sends the message that kidney disease can be detected before it becomes serious. If not, it can lead to 'kidney failure'. Opinion 14 Mar, 2025
Lawmakers demand government's response to Nepal's FATF 'Grey List' status Lawmakers have urged the government to clarify its response following Nepal’s inclusion in the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. Nepal 25 Feb, 2025
Shifting South Asian civic space: Opportunities for creative citizen engagements Crackdown on civic space is increasing globally amid gradual erosion of democratic principles and practices. Opinion 23 Jan, 2025
Women's economic empowerment: Policy innovations needed For nations to develop and prosper, the role of women in enhancing the economy is often acknowledged as crucial. Opinion 14 Jan, 2025
US Assistant Secretary of State Lu arrives in Nepal United States (US) Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, Donald Lu, has arrived in Nepal today in connection with his visit to South Asian countries. Kathmandu 08 Dec, 2024
Annapurna region welcomes over 33,000 tourists in October The Annapurna Conservation Area has witnessed a substantial increase in foreign tourist arrivals, with a total of 33,310 visitors in October alone. Nepal 18 Nov, 2024
Tourist arrivals surge in Annapurna: Over 34,000 visit in last three months The Annapurna Conservation Area, renowned for its trekking routes, has witnessed a sharp rise in tourist arrivals over the past three months, with 34,651 foreign visitors entering the region. Business 06 Oct, 2024
Nepal's LDC Graduation: Implication, Opportunities, and Pathways According to United Nation (UN), Least Developed Countries (LDCs) are defined as nations with the lowest socioeconomic development levels, characterized by low income, weak human assets, and high economic and environmental vulnerability. Nepal 01 Oct, 2024
South Asian countries trial digital tool to streamline and strengthen biodiversity reporting National biodiversity experts and officials from Bhutan, China, Nepal, Pakistan, Maldives, Sri Lanka and Cambodia have gathered in Kathmandu to explore new ways to monitor and report on the state of nature in their countries. Kathmandu 19 Sep, 2024
Ambassador of Pakistan Essay Writing and Speech Competition held The Embassy of Pakistan, Kathmandu organized award giving ceremonies of 11th Annual Ambassador of Pakistan Essay Writing Competition and 7th Annual Ambassador of Pakistan Speech Competition, on Wednesday. Kathmandu 27 Jun, 2024
State urged to acknowledge CSOs' contribution to good governance, human rights Civil Society Organisations have called on the State to acknowledge their contribution to good governance, development, anti-corruption endeavours, and efforts at safeguarding human rights. Kathmandu 23 Jun, 2024
Yoga for All: Bridging Health Gaps Every year on June 21st, the world celebrates International Yoga Day, a global testament to Yoga's universal appeal and ancient wisdom. While this celebration is significant, it must also prompt us to look inward, particularly in South Asian countries, to integrate Yoga meaningfully into daily life, especially school practices and urban planning decisions. Opinion 21 Jun, 2024