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 Once a common practice during the harvest season, weaving gundri from paddy straw has been replaced by the use of plastic mats and rugs.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...

Popular Posts

Nepal Livestock Sector Innovation Project Completes Successful Six-Year Term

The Nepal Livestock Sector Innovation Project (NLSIP), financed by the World Bank and implemented under the Ministry of Agricultural and Livestock Development (MoALD), has...

Chair Oli directs MPs to effectively articulate party position in parliament

Chairperson of CPN-UML KP Sharma Oli has directed the party MPs to present the stands of the party in the government's policies and programmes in a strong manner.  In his address to a meeting...

Triangular T20I Series: Nepal Commences with Victory

In the opening match of the Tri-nation T20 International cricket series, Nepal emerged triumphant against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a 7-wicket win.

4 killed, 3 injured in Pakistan’s wind storm

On Wednesday night, a windstorm in Pakistan's east Punjab province claimed the lives of four children and injured three more. According to the authorities, the...

ADB approves $300 mln loan for International trade routes 

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has authorized a loan worth $300 million to help Nepal better connect to international trade routes. The routes particularly focus...

Rukum West receives 2,632 tents for earthquake survivors

The November 3 earthquake-stricken Rukum West has received 2,632 tents on Saturday.  Assistant Chief District Officer of Rukum West, Prabesh Badhuwal, confirmed this.  Badhuwal said the government has issued...

UN Gen Secy Antonio Guterres to visit Nepal

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres will come to Nepal on October 29 during his four-day official visit to Nepal.On the invitation of Prime...

160,000 Free Saplings to Be Distributed for Soil Erosion Control in Nawalparasi

In a significant move to combat soil erosion and promote greenery, the Division Forest Office in Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East) has commenced the free...

Rain in Bagmati, Koshi and Gandaki provinces

Rainfall is currently taking place in some places of Bagmati, Koshi and Gandaki Provinces.  This is due to partial effect of Monsoon winds that is...