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Is Gen Z Redefining Solo Travel And Sustainable Tourism In India?
Travel is booming these days. A big role is played by the young demographic (18-28) who are travelling solo or in a group. This trend is worth looking into. Pratham Ahuja, a Travel Enthusiast based in Gurugram, started travelling due to curiosity...

Nepal aims to harness Dailekh gas and Dhauwadi iron within this decade, says Minister Bhandari
File A preliminary report by a Chinese company has revealed a significant reserve of 112 billion cubic meters of natural gas in Jaljale of Bhairavi Rural Municipality, Dailekh. The news has sparked new hope in Nepal’s energy future, though the...

Nepal secures $36.1 million Green Climate Fund grant to combat glacial flood threats
KATHMANDU: The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved a grant of $36.1 million to help Nepal mitigate the growing threat of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), a major and accelerating climate risk in the Himalayan region. The decision was...
Dhaka seeks regional cooperation to address regional impacts of climate change
Bangladesh Ambassador to Nepal Md Shafiqur Rahman on Saturday underlined the need for regional cooperation to address the climate challenges, focusing on the negative impacts of climate change in South Asia. He called for shared and inclusive...

Nepal News Evening Briefing | Tuesday, July 1, 2025
KATHMANDU: Stay informed with Nepal News’ daily evening briefing, covering the most significant developments from Nepal and around the world. From politics and economy to sports, entertainment, and culture, we bring you a concise summary of the...

PM Oli urges Malaysian investors to tap Nepal’s business potential
KATHMANDU: A delegation from the Malaysia–Nepal Business Council met with Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Friday to discuss potential investment opportunities in Nepal. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s residence in Baluwatar. The...

PM Oli, Malaysian businesspersons discuss investment potential in Nepal
Kathmandu, July 5: A delegation of Malaysia-Nepal Business Council called on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and discussed investment potential in Nepal. During the discussion held at PM's residence, Baluwatar today, the 20-member delegation led by...

ETFC Nepal is focused on expanding distribution and transmission to the private sector: ETFC Chair Dr. Dhital
With extensive experience in the renewable energy sector, Dr. Ram Prasad Dhital, the Chairperson of the Electricity Tariff Fixation Commission (ETFC) in Nepal, is well-versed in the country's energy industry. Dr. Dhital, who was appointed as...

Dengue no longer a seasonal disease in Nepal as year-round infections surge
KATHMANDU: Once considered a disease confined to the summer and monsoon seasons, dengue fever has now become a year-round threat in Nepal. Experts attribute this alarming shift to the growing impacts of climate change, which have extended the...

Clean-up mission: How Everest's new drone fleet fights pollution while supporting climbers
As decades of expeditions leave Mount Everest littered with tonnes of waste, a Nepali drone company is now flying missions to remove debris – while simultaneously delivering critical climbing supplies. Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, is...

From Manifestos to Missed Opportunities: Nepal’s Political Pledge on DRRM
KATHMANDU: Nepal is among the top 20 countries most vulnerable to multiple hazards globally. It ranks 4th in climate change risk, 11th in earthquake risk, and 30th in flood risk. In Nepal, political parties have consistently included Climate...

Nepal’s consumer court vs. doctors and hospitals: A legal revolution threatening the future of healthcare
File Nepal is at a crossroads as the majority have praised the establishment of a consumer court with the authority to rule on claims involving medical malpractice as a victory for patient rights. However, despite their good intentions the court’s...

DPM Paudel urges Malaysian investors to invest in Nepal
By A Staff Reporter,Kathmandu, July 5: Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Bishnu Prasad Paudel has urged Malaysian investors to invest more in Nepal's physical infrastructure and tourism sectors. Stating that there is good potential in...

Nepal trip on a budget: 5 smart money-saving hacks to travel like a pro
Even if your bank account's giving you side eye, vacations don’t have to stay trapped in your daydreams. Nepal is one of the underrated gems, where you can explore to your heart's content without burning a hole in your pocket. The key is being...

Archiving Nepal’s theatrical memory
In Nepal, theatre is more than just a craft—it reflects society, memory, and identity. Yet for decades, many stage performances have faded with time, undocumented and forgotten. As the country’s theatre landscape matures, many artists and...

July nonfiction: These six new titles explore the constantly changing nature of the Indian identity
All information sourced from publishers. A Return to Self: Excursions in Exile, Aatish Taseer In 2019, the Government of India revoked Aatish Taseer’s citizenship, thereby exiling him from the country where he grew up and lived for thirty years....

Stakeholders called for the inclusive and Empowered Youth Participation through YFLG in Nepal
By TRN Online, Kathmandu, July 4: Stakeholders have emphasized the urgent need to increase investment in youth and strengthen the implementation of Youth Friendly Local Governance (YFLG) across Nepal. According to the press release of National...

Nepal News Evening Briefing | Monday, June 30, 2025
KATHMANDU: Stay informed with Nepal News’ daily evening briefing, covering the most significant developments from Nepal and around the world. From politics and economy to sports, entertainment, and culture, we bring you a concise summary of the...

Nepal News Evening Economic Brief – June 30, 2025
KATHMANDU: Welcome to Nepal News’ Evening Economic Brief—your go-to source on key financial updates in Nepal. Stay informed with concise insights on market trends, economic indicators, and policy shifts. Here are today’s top economic news...
Biggest Climate Fund Approves Record Allocations as US Withdraws
(Bloomberg) -- The world’s biggest climate fund said it approved record allocations for projects in a year when the US pulled $4 billion it had pledged to the organization. Most Read from Bloomberg At a board meeting in Papua New Guinea, the Green...