SOCIETY
Unity in cultural diversity strengthens nationality: President
Unity in cultural diversity strengthens nationality: Preside...
In a message of best wishes on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, the grand festival of Muslim religious people, today, President Paudel expressed his confidence that the Eid festival would also contribute to preserving, promoting and developing indigenous culture and tradition of Muslim community.
Mar 21, 2026
Art & Culture
Eid ul-Fitr festival being celebrated nationwide today
Eid ul-Fitr festival being celebrated nationwide today
Eid, celebrated after a period of fasting (Roza), self-restraint, and devoted prayer, symbolizes spiritual purity and elevation.
Mar 21, 2026
POLITICS
NC’s internal review identifies key reasons behind HoR poll debacle
NC’s internal review identifies key reasons behind HoR poll...
At a central committee meeting on Friday, Vice-President Bishwa Prakash Sharma presented a 13-page report analyzing the party’s poor showing, highlighting internal challenges, leadership issues, and public dissatisfaction as key factors.
Mar 21, 2026
WORLD
Far from war, global fuel frustrations mount
Far from war, global fuel frustrations mount
Benchmark oil prices are hovering around $100, a surge of around 40 to 50 percent since the war against Iran began to disrupt oil supplies.
Mar 21, 2026
SOCIETY
Six persons injured in lightning strikes
Six persons injured in lightning strikes
Six persons have been injured in lightning strikes that occurred at various places in the district.
Mar 21, 2026
SOCIETY
Clouds blanket nation; thunderstorms, rain and snow likely
Clouds blanket nation; thunderstorms, rain and snow likely
From the Terai plains to the hills and mountains across Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces, skies remain largely overcast.
Mar 21, 2026
POLITICS
Balen eyes lean, ‘smart’ cabinet, plans to cap ministries at 18
Balen eyes lean, ‘smart’ cabinet, plans to cap ministries at...
Party insiders said discussions are centred on building a compact and efficient executive, in line with commitments made in the party’s election pledges. While leaders are exploring the possibility of reducing ministries to as few as 15, the upper limit is expected to be set at 18—down f...
Mar 21, 2026
Literature
Now, I am Awake
Now, I am Awake
Now, I am Awake
Mar 21, 2026
Literature
Finding Grace in Chaos: Yuyutsu Sharma’s Poetry in Uncertain Times
Finding Grace in Chaos: Yuyutsu Sharma’s Poetry in Uncertain...
Set during the isolating months of the COVID-19 pandemic and concluding with travels in Ireland, the collection unfolds as a deeply personal yet universally resonant landscape.
Mar 21, 2026
POLITICS
Ruby Kumari's journey from child marriage pressure to parliament
Ruby Kumari's journey from child marriage pressure to parlia...
Even as a child, Ruby was rebellious. She had witnessed firsthand the pain endured by girls forced into child marriage. Seeing families suffer under the weight of the dowry system made her restless. Yet, society remained unchanged, and as Ruby grew older, the proposals persisted.
Mar 20, 2026