Upendra Lamichhane

This election signaled a fresh way of connecting the country, linking the Himalayas, the hills, and the Terai into a single thread of unity. From the day of voting to the announcement of results, voters across Nepal sent a powerful message: decisions rising above identity-based politics are possible...

Amid strict discipline, tight schedules and the weight of responsibility, they have carved out fleeting moments of joy — transforming spare minutes into lively performances. Swaying to popular songs, they have entertained onlookers and softened the otherwise serious mood that typically surroun...

In previous elections, voting patterns in the area were largely shaped by community-based calculations. As a Tharu-majority region, collective voting from the Tharu community often played a decisive role in determining results. This time, the political mood appears to be changing.

While Pandey presents himself as a fresh face riding the “Balen wave,” another high-profile newcomer has stepped into the arena: former Minister for Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation and Chairman of the Ujyalo Nepal Party, Kulman Ghising.

Marking the week through a series of social media posts, the police reached out to young people with catchy one-liners that blended romance with caution.

Through the quiet humility of JICA Chief Matsuzaki Mizuki, Japan’s development cooperation in Nepal emerges not as an exercise of authority or speed, but as a long-term partnership rooted in trust, empathy and respect for people.

At Bhrikutimandap, the 11th UML General Convention blended music, culture, and politics, with delegates from across Nepal united in enthusiasm. Despite factional competition, mutual respect and loyalty to the party remained the overriding sentiment: “Whoever wins, UML wins.”

The trend of breastfeeding appears to be slowly declining, facing threats due to modern lifestyles, time constraints, lack of milk, and the growing promotion of alternative feeding options.

Min Bahadur Gurung, Chairperson of the Bhat-Bhateni Group, and his wife have pledged to fund Goma Shrestha’s education up to the MBBS level. Goma, who scored a perfect 4.0 GPA in SEE while working in brick kilns with her parents, drew widespread attention for her inspiring story.

Rescued from slaughter while pregnant, buffalo Mayakumari became a symbol of maternal courage. She gave birth to Maicha, but both lives ended in heartbreak—Mayakumari from past wounds, and Maicha from ingesting plastic waste. Their story, shared by Sneha’s Care, is a powerful reminder of...