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Sipping culture and commerce with every cup of tea
Chiya (tea), more than just a beverage, is a cultural tradition that warms conversations and hearts alike. The best place
From Dairy to Dog Treat: Chhurpi Carves Its Global Path
Once a humble, high-altitude staple for Himalayan herders, Chhurpi has now become a rising export star as the markets in
Drought delays rice plantation in the national breadbasket
Madhesh Province, the region with the highest volume of paddy production, has only planted paddy on 46 per cent of
From Murals to Markets: The Changing Face of Nepali Art
From captivating artworks displayed in open-door galleries to creative expressions adorning the streets, the valley is an immersive reflection of
Government boosts minimum wage for workers
The Ministry of Labour, Employment, and Social Security has set a new minimum wage effective from mid July. The increase
Achar Across Borders: The Tangy Tale of Homemade Pickles
For generations, families have passed down recipes for achar (pickles), a fermented pickle delicacy. From tangy mango pickles to spicy
Development Versus Heritage: The Fight for Mukkumlung
Mukkumlung (Pathibhara in Khas-Nepali), a sacred site in the hills of Taplejung, a hilly district in the east, holds a
‘Shambhala’ wins best film at National Film Awards
Shambhala, directed by Min Bahadur Bham, has won the title of Best Film of 2024. Nepal’s Film Development Board presents
Government adopts a pronatalist population policy
The Nepal Government has introduced a new population policy. The new policy marks a shift away from the government’s historical
New monetary policy offers relief to private sector
Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has announced a new monetary policy for the fiscal year 2025/26. The central bank has prioritised
Gurkha Soldiers Battling Beyond Borders as UN Peacekeepers
The historic journey of Gurkhas into UN peacekeeping began almost 80 years ago, right after World War II. As of
Overcrowded and Overlooked: The State of Public Transport in Kathmandu
Countless souls from all over the country end up in Kathmandu, in pursuit of a dream. Who would think chasing
Glacial lake outburst triggers devastating flood in Nepal-China border
At least 18 people, including some Chinese nationals, have gone missing after a flood in Lhendekhola, located on the Nepal-China
Holy Cow: The Beef Taboo in a Secular Nation
In a nation where cows are the national animal and also revered as gods in Hindu mythology, beef consumption is
Mustang’s Sky Caves: A 2,000-Year Mystery in Stone
Thousands of hand-carved caves lie high on Mustang’s dry, rocky cliffs, offering insights into our history. Some five stories tall,
Projection: At least 60,000 could be infected with Dengue this year
More than 60,000 people across Nepal could be infected with dengue this year, according to a projection by the Epidemiology
Pilgrimage, Politics, and Profit: The Return of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, also called the universe’s axis point, is now open for visitors after a five-year gap. It
A Woman’s Right to Belong Without a Man’s Permission
Why do lawmakers hesitate to confer citizenship on Nepali women’s children? The patriarchal stance is astounding. The systemic issue is
Rare leopard cat with two cubs spotted in Rasuwa
A rare leopard cat and two cubs have been found in Kalika Rural Municipality 2 of Rasuwa district. The family
Unyielding Himalayan Natives’ High-Stakes Gamble for Yarsagumba
Also known as caterpillar fungus, Yarsagumba is a small yet mighty herb highly valued in traditional Chinese medicine. It grows