TRAVEL & TOURISM

Over 110,000 Tourists Visit Chitwan National Park in Six Months

In the first six months of the fiscal year 2023/24, Chitwan National Park has hosted 110,345 visitors. The majority of these visitors are from...

Rafting Begins in Kali Gandaki River

Rafting activities have commenced in the Kali Gandaki River, which flows through the district headquarters of Myagdi, Beni, aiming to attract domestic tourists attending...

Mundum Trek Promotion Fair Kicks Off in Bhojpur

Bhojpur, Jan 15: The enchanting Mundum trekking route is in the spotlight as the Cultural, Tourism, and Agriculture Fair begins, aiming to showcase one of Nepal’s most...

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. 

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 Once a common practice during the harvest season, weaving gundri from paddy straw has been replaced by the use of plastic mats and rugs.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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Mundum Trek Promotion Fair Kicks Off in Bhojpur

Bhojpur, Jan 15: The enchanting Mundum trekking route is in the spotlight as the Cultural, Tourism, and Agriculture Fair begins, aiming to showcase one of Nepal’s most...

Director Tulsi Ghimire Announces New Movie ‘Pahad’

Kathmandu, Jan 15 – Renowned filmmaker Tulsi Ghimire has announced his upcoming movie Pahad on the occasion of Maghe Sankranti. The movie will be both written and...

Rising Human-Elephant Conflict Claims 274 Lives in Two Decades

Over the past two decades, Nepal has witnessed more than 11,000 human-elephant conflict incidents, claiming 274 lives and injuring 138 people. Factors like habitat destruction and shrinking forest areas have forced elephants into human settlements, intensifying these conflicts, especially in eastern districts like Jhapa. While the government has initiated measures such as electric fencing and awareness programs, the problem persists, calling for sustainable coexistence strategies.

Earthquake Day: A Call for Preparedness and Resilience

Kathmandu, Jan 15 – While few remain who recall the devastation of the 1934 earthquake in Nepal, the memories of the 2015 Gorkha earthquake still...

Today’s Foreign Exchange Rates

Kathmandu, Jan 15 – Nepal Rastra Bank has published the official foreign exchange rates for today. Key rates are as follows: 💵 US Dollar: • Buying: NPR 138.32 •...

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...

Elon Musk, TikTok, and a $50 Billion Gamble: Is the Social Media Tycoon Eyeing Another Empire?

In a plot twist straight out of a Hollywood tech thriller, Chinese officials are reportedly considering a bold move: selling TikTok’s U.S. operations to...

Historic Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

After 15 months of devastating conflict, a breakthrough ceasefire agreement has been reached between Israel and Hamas, marking a critical step toward ending the...

Half-Yearly Budget Review: 39% Income and 35% Expenditures Achieved

The half-yearly review of Nepal’s fiscal year 2081/82 (2024/25) budget reveals that 39% of the targeted income and 35% of the planned expenditures have...