OPINION
On the Economics of Population Growth
On the Economics of Population Growth
Three major factors play a key role in economic growth. The first one is labor or the working population. They generally work for their livelihood and contribute to the economy. The second one is capital, which includes land, machinery, as well as other capital. These two factors, in combination, pr...
Jul 20, 2025
ECONOMY
Nepal’s installed capacity of electricity reaches 3,878 MW
Nepal’s installed capacity of electricity reaches 3,878 MW
Nepal’s installed capacity of electricity has reached 3,878 megawatts (MW), marking a major milestone in the country’s energy sector.
Jul 20, 2025
Editorial
Stop Fiddling with Human Life
Stop Fiddling with Human Life
The loss of 18 lives is a national tragedy. But the bigger tragedy would be to learn nothing from it. We owe it to the victims, their families and the future of Nepal’s aviation to ensure this never happens again. No more excuses. No more neglect. No more fiddling with human life.
Jul 20, 2025
WORLD
US envoy urges accountability for church attack in West Bank village
US envoy urges accountability for church attack in West Bank...
In early July, the village of Taybeh was hit by an arson attack in the area of the ruins of the Byzantine-era Church of Saint George, which dates back to the fifth century.
Jul 19, 2025
SOCIETY
Sudurpaschim Province govt calls for massive public awareness against Chhaupadhi
Sudurpaschim Province govt calls for massive public awarenes...
In Chhaupadhi practice, menstruating women and girls are confined to the Chhaugoth, an outdoor shed, due to superstitious belief that if women and girls stay with their family members during menstrual time (four days), it would irate their family deities.
Jul 19, 2025
SOCIETY
Locals step up to protect historic Nilbarahi temple
Locals step up to protect historic Nilbarahi temple
After nearly a decade of neglect by local authorities, a citizen-led movement has now evolved into a large-scale campaign. In just ten weeks, over Rs 10 million has been raised, and more than 25,000 people have contributed through voluntary labor.
Jul 19, 2025
SOCIETY
Nepal participates in World Veterinary Association meet in the US
Nepal participates in World Veterinary Association meet in t...
Nepal has participated in the 2025 World Veterinary Association General Assembly (WVA GA) held in the US.
Jul 19, 2025
POLITICS
Prakash Man Singh signals intent to run for NC Presidency again
Prakash Man Singh signals intent to run for NC Presidency ag...
Singh said, “I started as an ordinary party worker. I have served as Kathmandu District President, Central Committee member, elected General Secretary, and Vice President. I have also previously contested for the party presidency. Except for the roles of party president and prime minister, I h...
Jul 19, 2025
SOCIETY
11 bridges built, 2 under-construction on Pokhara-Muglin road
11 bridges built, 2 under-construction on Pokhara-Muglin roa...
Bridges were built over various streams and rivers- Myagde Khola , Kumle Khola, Thade Khola, Samdhi Khola, Mul Khola, Phedi Khola-1, Phedi Khola-2, Haledi Khola, Kali Khola in Tanahu district and Katre Khola in Kaski district, according to Pokhara-Muglin Road Project.
Jul 19, 2025
WORLD
Clashes, homes torched in south Syria's Sweida despite ceasefire
Clashes, homes torched in south Syria's Sweida despite cease...
Just hours earlier, Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa had announced an immediate ceasefire, but Bedouins and tribal fighters who are allied with the Syrian authorities pushed on in the west of the Druze-majority city.
Jul 19, 2025