TRAVEL & TOURISM

Over 10,000 Foreign Tourists Visit Manaslu Area in 2024

Gorkha, Jan 8: The Manaslu Conservation Area in Gorkha district witnessed a surge in foreign tourist arrivals in 2024, with a total of 10,605...

Nepal Secures Guinness World Record with ‘The Largest Momo Party’

Nepal, renowned for its delectable cuisine, has clinched a coveted spot in the Guinness Book of World Records with 'The Largest Momo Party,' an...

Tragic Incident Claims Life of Korean National in Everest Region

A somber incident unfolded in the Everest region as a Korean national lost his life while traveling through the area. 

Pokhara Set to Earn Title of ‘Tourism Capital’ 

Pokhara is poised to be officially recognized as the tourism capital of the country.

Nepal’s Tilaurakot Moves Closer to World Heritage Recognition

The Government of Nepal has officially submitted the final nomination document to the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, proposing the inclusion of Tilaurakot, Kapilbastu, in...

Nepal welcomes over 79,000 foreign tourists in January 2024

Nepal experienced a substantial boost in tourism as 79,100 foreign tourists arrived in the country during the first month of 2024, marking a significant...

CULTURE & COMMUNITY

Traditional Gundri Weaving Fades Away in Syangja

The age-old tradition of weaving gundri (straw mats) in Syangja is vanishing due to modern alternatives and changing lifestyles. Once a common practice during the harvest season, weaving gundri from paddy straw has been replaced by the use of plastic mats and rugs.

10th Annual Drukpa Council: A Spiritual Revival in Nepal with Global Impact

The revered Druk Amitabha Mountain in Kathmandu is set to host the 10th Annual Drukpa Council (ADC) from December 28, 2024, to January 1, 2025.

Inaugural Indigenous Festival Kicks Off in Chitwan to Celebrate Cultural Diversity

The vibrant atmosphere of the inaugural Indigenous Nationalities Cultural and Trade Festival filled the banks of the Narayani River in Chitwan as it commenced...

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Over 100 snow leopards estimated in Qomolangma reserve

Preliminary estimates put the population of snow leopards in the Mount Qomolangma reserve area in southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region at more than 100,...

Sixth Nepal Chamber Expo to kick off from Thursday

The sixth Nepal Chamber Expo will be taking place in Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu from May 18 to 22.  Nepal Chamber of Commerce is to organize the event that will showcase stalls of both...

Chhath Festival Commences with ‘Nahay Khay’

As the Chhath festival unfolds, fervor fills the Mithila region with devotees gearing up for the four-day celebration dedicated to the worship of the...

Grammy Awards 2024: Taylor Swift sets record with seven categories’ nomination 

Taylor Swift has broken a Grammys record with her latest nomination for song of the year, making her the first songwriter to score seven...

EC Prioritizes Voting Rights for Nepalis Living Abroad: CEC Thapaliya

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Dinesh Kumar Thapaliya emphasized the need for intensive discussions between political parties and stakeholders to ensure the participation of Nepali...

US President Joe Biden trips and falls during an event

US President Joe Biden stumbled and fell while handing out diplomas at the US Air Force Academy's commencement ceremony in Colorado. Mr. Biden, the nation's...

Karnali Province to arrange budget of Rs 1 billion for COVID-19 prevention

The Karnali Province government is all set to arrange budget of Rs 1 billion for the response, prevention, control and treatment of second wave of COVID-19.

Prime Minister Dahal and NC President Deuba discuss election of President

A meeting was held between Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' and Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba at the Prime Minister's residence, Baluwatar this evening.

Sacred Celebrations Across Nepal as Gai Tihar Illuminates the Third Day of Tihar Festival

Gai Tihar, a reverent celebration of cows, is enchanting the nation today on the third day of the joyous Tihar festival.  Hindus across Nepal participate...