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 Once a common practice during the harvest season, weaving gundri from paddy straw has been replaced by the use of plastic mats and rugs.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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CAN Federation calls on Government to reconsider ban on TikTok

The Federation of Computer Association of Nepal has stated that the economy of the nation would benefit if a legally compliant plan was developed for...

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Nepal ends up third in Women’s T20 Quadrangular Series in HK

In a thrilling showdown at the Women's T20 Quadrangular Series in Hong Kong, Nepal emerged victorious, claiming the third position after a convincing 45-run...

UK warns EU vaccine export ban would be ‘counter-productive’

Britain on Sunday warned the European Union against halting exports of AstraZeneca's Covid-19 vaccines if the bloc did not receive promised deliveries first, saying the move would be "counter-productive".

Xi Jinping meets Russian prime minister

On Wednesday in Beijing, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a meeting.  Xi urged that Mishustin greet Russian President Vladimir Putin on...

First case of monkeypox detected in Nepal

The Ministry of Health and Population says that the first case of Monkeypox (Mpox) was found in the country on Friday.  The Ministry's Spokesperson, Dr....

Prez Bhandari takes off for Bangladesh

President Bidya Devi Bhandari has left for Bangladesh today on a two-day state visit.

KMC to begin awarding scholarships

Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) has begun the process of awarding scholarships to pupils attending the city's institutional schools.