A team of seasoned climbers is preparing for an ambitious alpine-style expedition to Yalung Peak in Nepal. This marks their second attempt at the 7,590-meter peak, located in the Kangchenjunga massif. The climbers aim to complete what they started last year when severe weather conditions forced them to retreat. With their expertise and determination, they hope to succeed this time. Experienced Climbers Take on a Tough Challenge The expedition team consists of three highly skilled climbers: Nives Meroi, 63, and Romano Benet, 62, both from Italy, along with Peter Hamor, 60, from Slovakia. These climbers have decades of experience and…
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Tanjid Osman is a dedicated local news reporter based in Nepal. With a passion for storytelling, he covers a wide range of topics including current news, business trends, entertainment, travel, culture, and sports. As a freelance author, Tamjid provides insightful and engaging news articles that highlight the diverse aspects of Nepal, with a particular focus on Kathmandu. Through his work, he aims to inform, educate, and connect audiences with the latest happenings in his community.
Dang, Nepal – At a time when many young people in Nepal are seeking jobs abroad, one ambitious entrepreneur has carved a profitable niche in agriculture. Birendra Khadka, a young farmer from Ghorahi Sub-Metropolitan City, has found success in strawberry cultivation, earning a substantial income from his venture. Khadka has been growing strawberries on leased land at Swargadwari Ashram in Jhigaura, Ghorahi-14. His innovative approach to farming has led to an annual turnover of approximately Rs. 1.4 million. After deducting expenses, he manages to earn between Rs. 500,000 to Rs. 600,000 per season. His journey into commercial strawberry farming began…
After a four-hour discussion on Tuesday, the Nepal L.P Gas Association (NLPGA) and the government reached a five-point agreement. This move ended the strike by gas industrialists. The agreement includes an increase of Rs 12.75 in the price of LP gas. The strike had disrupted gas supply across the country. The decision to call off the strike came after a resolution was reached, providing relief to households and businesses that depend on LP gas. The Strike’s Causes The strike started because of a disagreement between gas distributors and the government. The gas industry was facing rising costs in importing gas…
Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba recently said that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is now mainly focused on rescuing Nepali nationals stuck abroad. She shared her thoughts during a training session held by the Nepali Congress’s Central Training Academy in Bhairahawa. Shift in the Ministry’s Role Dr. Rana explained that the Ministry’s tasks have changed. “Nepalis abroad are facing many problems. It seems that the Ministry is now mostly focused on rescuing them,” she said. She admitted that it’s not easy to rescue Nepalis, given the limited resources. This includes a lack of manpower and the vast…
Nepal has assured India that it will help speed up the work on the remaining parts of two key railway links connecting both countries. These are the Jaynagar-Bijalpura-Bardibas and Jogbani-Biratnagar railway lines, which are being built with financial aid from India. Talks on Railway Progress Officials from both countries met in New Delhi on February 27-28. The India-Nepal Project Steering Committee and the Joint Working Group reviewed the railway projects and discussed cooperation in the railway sector. The main focus was on the progress of the broad-gauge railway lines. Authorities looked at plans to start construction on the unfinished sections…
The tragic death of Prakriti Lamsal, a Nepali student at KIIT University in Odisha, India, has deeply shocked her family and sparked widespread outrage in Nepal. Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba has promised that justice will prevail. The government is committed to ensuring the truth comes to light, and those responsible will be held accountable. Minister Rana Meets Prakriti’s Family Foreign Minister Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba and Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak traveled to Bhairahawa to meet with Prakriti’s grieving family. They expressed their deepest condolences and reassured the family of their full support. Minister Rana emphasized that the government…
Preparations for the ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ are moving forward quickly. The event will be held from May 16-18 in Kathmandu, Nepal. It will focus on the theme “Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Humanity.” The goal is to highlight the challenges faced by mountainous and coastal countries due to climate change. This dialogue forum aims to bring together experts, leaders, and stakeholders from around the world to discuss how to address these challenges. The Importance of the Dialogue The ‘Sagarmatha Sambaad’ is a significant event for Nepal. It will provide a platform to raise awareness about the environmental issues that…
On Monday, India and Nepal took a significant step toward improving the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at bolstering their cooperation in these crucial areas. The agreement also includes a focus on waste management, ensuring a more sustainable future for both nations. The signing ceremony took place at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi, with two key ministers present: C R Patil, Union Minister of Jal Shakti (India), and Pradeep Yadav, Minister of Water Supply for Nepal. The event underscored the shared commitment of both countries to enhancing public health, improving…
Last week, Kathmandu, Nepal hosted the largest LGBTQIA+ event ever held in the country. Over 600 people from across Asia and the world attended the ILGA-Asia conference. Activists, leaders, and experts gathered to discuss how to improve the lives of queer people in the region. The event took place from February 24 to 28, 2025. ILGA-Asia and Nepal’s Blue Diamond Society (BDS) co-organized the event. The theme of the conference was “Diversity Dynamics: Unifying for a Just, Inclusive, and Sustainable Asia.” The goal was to find better ways to support the LGBTQIA+ community in Asia. Why the Conference Was Important…
Minister for Health and Population, Pradip Paudel, said hospitals can no longer say they do not have medicines. He visited Ilam Hospital and stressed that hospitals under the health insurance program must stock the required medicines. Hospitals Must Keep Essential Medicines The Health Insurance Board has listed 98 medicines that hospitals must have. Minister Paudel said hospitals must follow this rule. “Hospitals cannot say they lack medicines. They must keep the required ones for insured patients,” he said. The government is working to make sure hospitals follow this rule. The Ministry of Health is improving the system. Minister Paudel admitted…