Kukur Tihar: Trained dogs perform tricks
Police dogs shine in garlands and colours as they are worshipped for their service.
Nepal
Nepali PM Oli preparing to visit China, may seek airport loan waiver
The prime minister could make China his first port of call amid mixed signals from India, officials say.
Nepali government pledges free cancer treatment for children, experts flag critical gaps
Most of these initiatives—reducing hospital wait times, increasing government health insurance coverage to Rs500,000, and providing outpatient care on public holidays—are yet…
Nepal releases Thai AirAsia plane after pilot issues apology for arriving without official clearance
TIA General Manager Jagannath Niraula explained that the pilot claimed the flight had been arranged by the Nepalese agent Universal Tours and Travels, which asserted the flight…
Farmers in Nepalese village pluck makhamali flowers as Tihar nears
Floriculture is a vital income source for Bhaktapur farmers.
Potters of Nepal’s Bhaktapur busy in Tihar preparation
Lighting diyos (traditional oil lamps) is a key tradition during the celebration, believed to invite blessings and good fortune into homes.
Understanding suicidal thoughts
Suicidal ideation is more common than we think, but early intervention, open communication, and therapy can save lives.
Kathmandu Metropolitan City to crack down on polluting vehicles
Officials say they will soon start random emission testing on the road in coordination with traffic police and the environment department.
How round chilli has changed farmers’ lives in Palpa
Besides Magar and Karki, nearly 1,500 farmers from Ribdikot rural municipality-8 are making an income from the crop. Ribdikot, once known for ginger production, now sees a future…
Dengue raises risks of premature birth, low birth weight, doctors warn
At least nine deaths and over 20,000 infections have been reported from all 77 districts across Nepal.