SOCIETY
Govt jobs losing shine, Korea beckons youths
Govt jobs losing shine, Korea beckons youths
Compared to FY 2022/23, the number of applicants for PSC exams dropped by around 10,000 in FY 2023/24. A similar decline of about 10,000 has been recorded again in FY 2024/25.
Aug 26, 2025
POLITICS
RSP urges PM to take firm stance on Lipulekh dispute during India visit
RSP urges PM to take firm stance on Lipulekh dispute during...
The RSP stressed that the dispute should be resolved through diplomatic and peaceful yet effective means. RSP also stated that it is ready to provide necessary support to the government in this regard.
Aug 26, 2025
SOCIETY
Cholera detected among 93 persons in Birgunj
Cholera detected among 93 persons in Birgunj
According to Jayamod Thakur, the Public Health Officer at the Health Office Parsa, altogether 93 people tested positive to cholera in Birgunj as of last night.
Aug 26, 2025
WORLD
Israeli protesters call for hostage deal ahead of cabinet meeting
Israeli protesters call for hostage deal ahead of cabinet me...
AFP journalists saw protesters blocking roads in Tel Aviv, waving Israeli flags and holding up pictures of the hostages.
Aug 26, 2025
SOCIETY, Art & Culture
Teej, a time to voice equality and empowerment: Former President Bhandari
Teej, a time to voice equality and empowerment: Former Presi...
Extending best wishes to all Nepali women on the occasion through a social media message on Monday, she expressed hope that the festival would inspire efforts to end discrimination and foster a more equitable society.
Aug 26, 2025
WORLD
Typhoon death toll rises in Vietnam as downed trees hamper rescuers
Typhoon death toll rises in Vietnam as downed trees hamper r...
The typhoon hit central Vietnam on Monday with winds of up to 130 km/h (80 mph), tearing roofs off thousands of homes and knocking out power to more than 1.6 million people.
Aug 26, 2025
SOCIETY, Art & Culture
Teej is closely associated with devotion, restraint and self-discipline, PM says
Teej is closely associated with devotion, restraint and self...
The PM has termed Teej as a festival of reverence, courtesy and kindness.
Aug 26, 2025
SOCIETY
Paddy transplantation declines this year, reports Department of Agriculture
Paddy transplantation declines this year, reports Department...
The Department of Agriculture under the Ministry reported that as of last Sunday, paddy transplantation has decreased by 3.65 per cent compared to the same time the previous year.
Aug 26, 2025
WORLD
1 in 4 people lack access to safe drinking water: UN
1 in 4 people lack access to safe drinking water: UN
The UN's health and children's agencies said a full one in four people globally were without access to safely-managed drinking water last year, with over 100 million people remaining reliant on drinking surface water -- for example from rivers, ponds and canals.
Aug 26, 2025
Art & Culture
Teej symbol of love, affection, creativity: President
Teej symbol of love, affection, creativity: President
The President has stated that this festival has played a crucial role in fostering sisterhood, harmony, mutual unity, patience and dedication.
Aug 26, 2025